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Event: OFK 392 - Kangee Vs Gomez     
Date:   Apr 07, 2024

Anti Happy really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 148.1, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Felix Jaroslav was cancelled.

 

Event: OFK 386 - Drop Vs Mad Onion     
Date:   Mar 17, 2024
#R1#
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Toal as Happy shoots in.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal throws a body shot but no joy.
Happy attempts a counter takedown but Toal avoids it well and moves away.
Toal throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Happy counters with a nice double leg into side control. Toal won't be happy with that.

Toal throws Happy to one side and escapes!
Happy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick from Happy lands but Toal takes it in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Toal sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Happy sets himself, and Toal steps forward looking for the clinch! Happy avoids it this time.
Happy lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
Toal slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Toal, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Toal against the cage but Toal circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Toal throws a fast counter high kick but Happy manages to duck under it in time.
Toal connects with a body shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Toal takes a swing at Happy's ribcage but misses.
Toal displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Toal shows good takedown defense.
A telegraphed right hand from Toal misses the target.
Happy tries to counter with a takedown but Toal is quick to defend against it.
Happy lands with a kick to the temple. Toal shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #T2#
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Toal throws a leg kick but Happy moved away.
Happy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Toal sprawls well. Toal wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Toal is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Happy with a body shot.
Happy swings for the body but Toal moves out of range.
Toal looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Happy is fending him off so far but Toal persists. Nope, Happy circles away and we're back to standing.
Toal ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Happy misses the jab.#TD#
Happy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Toal's 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!
Happy showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Happy trying to control but Toal is working from the bottom.
Happy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Toal works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Toal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Happy lands a couple of elbows.
Happy is working Toal over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Happy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Toal is trying to control the position but Happy postures up.
Happy advances to half guard. #T4##SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura but Toal is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Happy to get the leverage.
Happy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Toal defending well though.
Happy trying to control from Toal's half guard. Toal has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Toal is trying to control the position but Happy postures up.
Happy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Happy throws an elbow that misses. Toal uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Happy's guard. Nice move by Toal!#REVB#
Toal must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Happy has his foot on Toal's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Toal works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Happy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Toal defends it easily.
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 Anti Happy will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Toal shoots in and bounces Happy 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.#SUB#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Toal pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Happy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Toal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Toal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Happy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Toal can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Toal defends it easily.#T1#
Toal trying to control but Happy is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Happy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Toal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Toal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Toal is aware though and is defending well.
Toal controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Toal trying to control but Happy is working from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Toal working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Happy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Happy 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#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Happy is looking for a triangle here but Toal uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Happy tries to improve position but can't.
Toal tries to advance to mount but can't.
Happy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Toal pulls his head out easily.
Happy missing with punches from the bottom. #T3#
Happy trying to hold on to Toal's head to control him but Toal postures up.
Toal prevents Happy from improving his position.#SUB#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
Toal is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Happy is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Happy shoots in and drives through. Toal sprawls well.
No luck for Happy with that takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Toal looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Happy is fending him off so far but Toal persists. Nope, Happy circles away and we're back to standing.
Keir Toal seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Toal misses with a jab to the body #TD#
and Happy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Toal has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Happy is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Happy wants to take a breather but Toal is having none of it.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Toal 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.

That was a close second round but I would say that Anti Happy 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Toal changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Happy looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Happy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Happy is working hard here to advance position.
Toal staying calm.
Happy is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy struggling a bit here.
Toal has knee on belly and moves into mount. #T1#
Happy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Happy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Toal working Happy over with strikes here.
Toal trying to control but Happy is having none of it.
Happy really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Toal landing strikes, looking to finish!
Toal looking to control but Happy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Toal tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Happy regains half guard.
Toal is trying to control the action in half guard but Happy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
Nice strikes from Toal there.
Toal is just content to waste time from the top position. Happy takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB#
Happy is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3##SUB#
Happy has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Toal 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 Happy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Happy looking for a sweep but Toal has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Toal postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Happy looks a forlorn figure.
Keir Toal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Happy is trying to escape the mount.
Toal trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Toal looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Toal prevents Happy from getting the reversal.
Happy in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Anti Happy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Happy wants to control but Toal is having none of it.
Toal controlling the position easily from mount.
Toal lands a heavy elbow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal with a couple of short strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Happy 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Keir Toal!

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

 

Event: OFK 375 - Drozd Vs Mangold     
Date:   Feb 10, 2024
#R1#
Hug scores with a leg kick.
Happy 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 head kick misses from Hug.
Hug misses with a head kick.
Hug pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Hug displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
Hug half committed to a counter leg kick.
Hug lands with a right hand.
Happy cracks a nice hook into Hug's ribs.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hug is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Hug circles away and we're back to standing.
Abel Hug has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hug lands a body shot.
Hug pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Happy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hug defends it well.
Good leg kick by Hug.
Hug lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Some wild striking there from Hug. #T1#
Happy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hug thuds a left hand into Happy's body.
Abel Hug is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Hug moves into the clinch.
Happy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hug just stands there and leans against the cage.
Happy has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hug avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Happy blocks an uppercut. #TD2#
Happy jumps guard.
Hug passes Happy's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
Hug trying to pass the guard but Happy defending well.
Hug controlling the action here. #T2##SUB2#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hug looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Hug has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3##SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Happy looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Hug pushes past his half guard into mount!
Happy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hug content just to control the position here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Happy is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Happy is still trying to improve position.
Hug sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Happy keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Happy tries to free his leg and advance position but Hug is retaining full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abel Hug dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Happy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hug.
Happy tries to move into range but Hug moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A big right from Hug misses.
Hug is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Happy shoots for a takedown but Hug saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Abel Hug seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hug tries to bum rush Happy with a series of wild strikes but Happy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Abel Hug is winning the standup battle so far.
Hug throws a front kick that sends Happy stumbling back into the cage.
Happy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hug fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Happy on the side of the head.
Happy looks to score with a jab to the body but Hug is just out of range.
Hug fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Happy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hug sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Happy somewhat.#T1#
Hug defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Happy.
Abel Hug has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
A shot to the body from Hug misses #TD2#
and Happy counters with a nice double leg into side control. Hug won't be happy with that.
Happy wants to control but Hug is keeping him busy.
Hug is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Happy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Hug regains full guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy wants to pass the guard but Hug is keeping the position.
Happy with a nice head shot there.
Happy trying to control but Hug is working from the bottom.
Hug bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Happy's guard. #REVR##T2##SUB2#
Happy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hug defends well.
Happy can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hug controls the pace.#SUB2#
Happy working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hug has passed into half guard!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Happy is looking to improve his position.
Hug performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hug perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hug continues to stall.
The fighters are battling for position here. Happy manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Hug avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hug is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
More hug and hope from Hug.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Hug throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Happy is defended easily by Hug.
Hug connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hug lands an overhand right.
Hug staying out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abel Hug dominated that second round.
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#
Happy tries to clinch but Hug moves out of range.
Hug swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice leg kick from Hug, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hug lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Hug scores with a spinning back kick!
Hug fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hug lands a really nice looking cross but Happy seems unphased.
Hug misses the shot to the body.
Hug comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hug throws a head kick that Happy semi-blocks.
Hug tries to close the distance and clinch up but Happy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hug feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Happys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hug just misses with a punch to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hug explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T1#
Hug throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hug throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A head kick misses from Hug.
Happy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Happy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hug circles away.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Happy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hug.#CL#
Happy gets tackled into the cage by Hug. Hug maintains the clinch.
Hug taking a breather.
Happy jumps guard but Hug stands there with Happy around his waist. Happy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Hug cracks Happy with a nice body shot.
Hug lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hug just leaning against Happy, taking a breather.
A right hand to the body from Hug.
Hug is working Happy over against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Hug. #T2#
Hug slows down the pace here.
Happy has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hug is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Abel Hug has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy is trying to pull guard but Hug turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Happy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hug walks away with a smile on his face. Happy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hug with the inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hug tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Happy shoots for a takedown but Hug saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Hug gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hug presses Happy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Hug works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hug misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hug lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hug tries to work over Happy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hug lands a body punch.
Hug pushes Happy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Abel Hug is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Happy is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hug is defending well.
Hug lands a left hand that snaps the head of Happy backwards.
A shot in the inside from Hug.
Hug stalling the fight.
Hug scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hug working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Happy has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hug is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Happy has Hug pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hug manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hug scores with a shoulder strike.
Happy is trying to pull guard but Hug has him pressed against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hug.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hug.
Happy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
Hug lands with a short shot to the head.
Hug lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Happy backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hug lands a body shot.
A short right from Hug on the inside.
Hug is leaning against Happy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A shot in the inside from Hug.
Hug lands a right hand.
Hug digs a right hand into Happy's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Happy's gas tank.
Hug lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hug scores with a hook to the body.
Happy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hug walks away with a smile on his face. Happy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hug wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Anti Happy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hug throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Happy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.

And that's the end of the fight!
Abel Hug showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hug 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:26
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:26
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abel Hug!

 

Event: OFK 367 - Johnson vs Cruzeiro     
Date:   Jan 13, 2024
#R1#
Jaroslav throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Happy.
Jaroslav wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Jaroslav trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Happy tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jaroslav wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Happy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Happy working the head and body with strikes. #T1##SUB2#
Happy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jaroslav, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Happy goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Jaroslav has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Happy but great work by Jaroslav.
Happy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jaroslav wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Happy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Jaroslav is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Happy has escaped the position, nice work there.
Happy gets back to half guard.
Happy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SU#
Jaroslav gets to his feet - Happy follows without any prompting. #T2#
Jaroslav looks for the body kick but Happy saw that one coming.
Jaroslav throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jaroslav misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jaroslav looks to land a right hand but Happy moved out of range.
Happy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Jaroslav tries to sprawl but Happy drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Happy scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Happy seems to be working for a kimura but Jaroslav defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Happy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura but Jaroslav is defending well.
Jaroslav won't allow Happy to pass to mount. #T3#
Jaroslav looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
Jaroslav is defending against the submission attempts here by Happy.
Happy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Happy prevents Jaroslav from standing back up. #SUB2#
Happy is working for a kimura but Jaroslav is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jaroslav on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Happy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy throwing shots but Jaroslav is blocking nicely.
Happy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jaroslav's head.
Jaroslav tries to kick Happy off but Happy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura but Jaroslav is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jaroslav is looking to escape.
Ground and pound from Happy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Happy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jaroslav throws the kick towards the body but Happy avoids it.#TD2#
Jaroslav gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Jaroslav uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Jaroslav throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jaroslav is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Jaroslav circles away and we're back to standing.
Jaroslav scores with a crisp jab that stopped Happy in his tracks.
A head kick from Jaroslav lands but Happy takes it in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jaroslav pinned against the cage. Jaroslav gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jaroslav goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A jab from Jaroslav misses.
Happy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jaroslav's waist but Jaroslav gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Happy off to one side.
Felix Jaroslav has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.#T1#
Jaroslav looks for the body kick but Happy saw that one coming. #TD2#
Happy shoots in and gets a takedown into Jaroslav's guard.
Happy tries to free his leg and advance position but Jaroslav is retaining full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym.
Happy passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Happy is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Jaroslav is staying active underneath Happy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Jaroslav is trying to stand up here but Happy is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Happy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jaroslav is just riding it out for now. Happy eventually gives up the hold.
Happy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2##SUB2#
Happy 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.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jaroslav is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Happy scores with a couple of nice shots.
Jaroslav wants to stand back up but Happy manages to pass into side control. #T3#
Happy wants to control but Jaroslav is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Happy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Happy wants to control but Jaroslav is keeping him busy.
Happy is working Jaroslav over with some ground and pound from side control.
Jaroslav is trying to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Happy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Happy goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Jaroslav has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Happy but great work by Jaroslav.#T4#
Jaroslav trying to control the action but Happy is working from the bottom. #SU#
Jaroslav decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jaroslav defends well and Happy ends up having to push Jaroslav into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Happy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sloppy strikes from Happy. Those never looked like landing.
Jaroslav throws a lazy right hand but Happy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Happy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
No luck for Happy with that takedown attempt.
Jaroslav dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felix Jaroslav dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Happy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jaroslav tries a head kick but it misses.
Happy avoids the head kick by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav throws an overhand right that lands on Happy's shoulder, as Happy tries to avoid the shot.
Jaroslav swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Happy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jaroslav tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#TD2#
Happy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Jaroslav napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Happy is trying to get an arm triangle but Jaroslav is defending well.
Jaroslav is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Happy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jaroslav, who protects the arm well. #T1#
Jaroslav dodges the ground and pound from Happy.
Happy cracks Jaroslav with a big elbow.
Jaroslav is looking to get back to his feet here but Happy is keeping cool and he's managed to take Jaroslav's back.#SUB2#
Happy is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Jaroslav has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Jaroslav is trying to get back to his feet but Happy has full control of the position and if anything, Jaroslav has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T2##SUB2#
Happy looking to break Jaroslav's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Jaroslav remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Happy will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Jaroslav staying busy and making it hard for Happy to control. #SUB2#
Jaroslav defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Happy's arms.
Jaroslav wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Happy patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Happy landing with strikes.
Well, with Happy on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Jaroslav is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T3##SUB2#
Happy is looking for the choke from the back position but Jaroslav is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Jaroslav showing good submission defense here.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jaroslav covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Happy loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Jaroslav hold on?
Jaroslav trying to get back to his feet but Happy is in full control for now.
Happy lands strikes to the head. #SUB2#
Jaroslav fending off the submission attempt from Happy.
Happy lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go. #T4#
Jaroslav is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Happy scores with punches from the back.
Jaroslav trying to get back to his feet but Happy is in full control for now. #SUB2#
Happy looking to break Jaroslav's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Jaroslav remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Happy will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Happy looking to break Jaroslav's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Jaroslav remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Happy will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy wants to control but Jaroslav is keeping busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anti Happy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Happy 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anti Happy!

Anti Happy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: OFK 362 -Drop - Vs Ocasio     
Date:   Dec 24, 2023
#R1#
Finch throws a hook to the side of Happy's head but Happy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Happy dives in for a single leg takedown but Finch sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Good work by Finch as he checks the leg kick.
Finch 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.
Finch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Happy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Happy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Happy slips under a jab from Finch.
Finch cracks Happy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Finch connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A head kick misses from Finch.
Finch missing with a left hand there. Happy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Happy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finch.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Finch buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Happy throws a front kick aimed at Finch's knee but Finch avoids it well.
Happy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Happy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Finch defends it well.
Finch fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Happy.#T1#
An inside leg kick from Happy misses.
Finch misses with a straight left.
Atticus Finch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Finch dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Happy. That did some damage!
Finch misses with a straight right.
Finch fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Happy.
Finch misses with an uppercut.
Finch misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Finch shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Atticus Finch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Finch just misses with a punch to the body.
Happy shoots for a double leg takedown but Finch sprawls well. He's pushed Happy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Finch misses the target.
Happy shoots for a double leg takedown but Finch sprawls well. He's pushed Happy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Happy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Atticus Finch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Happy.
Happy feints the counter takedown.
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Finch misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Finch throws a leg kick but Happy checks it.
Happy checks a leg kick nicely.
A nice combination there by Happy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Happy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Finch looks to land a right hand but Happy moved out of range.
Happy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Happy walks into a stiff left hand from Finch.
Finch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Finch swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Finch loads up on a big right hand but Happy slips the punch.
Finch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Good exchange - Finch coming out on top.
Happy doesn't manage to clinch there - Finch circles away.
Finch was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Finch stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Finch wants it to stay on the feet.
Finch works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Finch with a hook.
An inside leg kick lands from Finch.
Happy darts in looking for a takedown but Finch gets double underhooks and turns Happy into the cage. #T3#
Finch ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice cross by Finch.
Finch cracks a nice hook into Happy's ribs.
Finch shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Finch pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Happy moves out of range as Finch strikes.
Happy with the counter takedown but Finch avoids it easily.
Finch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Happy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Finch.
Finch is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Finch slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Finch scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Finch, as that shot connected.
Finch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
Finch fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Happy moves out of range of the strikes.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Finch pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T4#
Happy moves out of range as Finch strikes.
Happy slips a jab from Finch.
Happy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Finch throws a sloppy head kick and Happy moves out of range easily.
Finch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Finch cracks Happy with an open hand slap.
Finch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Happy.
Happy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Finch misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Happy counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Finch wants to get back to his feet.
Happy throwing shots but Finch is blocking nicely.
Happy is looking to take a break and control but Finch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Happy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Finch is just riding it out for now. Happy eventually gives up the hold.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Happy 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Atticus Finch 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#
Finch throws a hook but Happy avoids it easily.
Finch stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
A jab from Finch finds it's way through Happy's defenses.
Finch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Happy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Finch sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Finch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Finch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Happy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Finch throws out a loose jab but Happy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Happy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A good leg kick by Finch.
Happy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy digs a good hook to Finch's body.
Finch scores with a hook to the body. Happy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Finch throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Happy blocks a jab.
Happy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Finch.#TD2#
Finch gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1#
Happy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Happy is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Happy wants to control from the top but Finch keeps moving.
Happy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Happy wants to control from the top but Finch keeps moving.
Happy throws a big elbow that misses.
Finch wants to stand and escape but Happy is having none of it. #ES#
Finch uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Finch moves into range and connects with a jab.
Happy dives in and grabs Finch's left leg, looking for a takedown. Finch pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.#T2#
Finch lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Happy circles away quickly and effectively.
Finch's corner calls for a 1-2. Finch obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Finch feints and then cracks Happy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Happy down.
Finch stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Finch wants it to stay on the feet.
Atticus Finch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Finch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Finch looks to land a combination but Happy avoids it well.
Happy shoots for a takedown but Finch saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Happy.
Atticus Finch is winning the standup battle so far.
Finch misses with a low kick.
A nice leg kick from Finch, right into the meat of the thigh.
Happy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Finch.
Finch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Finch fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Happy has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Finch misses the jab.
Happy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Finch is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Finch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Happy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Finch stuffs the takedown.#T3#
The fighters circling - Finch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Finch connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Finch lands an impressive looking overhand right. Happy doesn't seem phased though.
Finch throws a big shot that misses.
Happy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Happy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Happy defending well as Finch loads up on a big left hand.
Happy staying out of range there.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Finch pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Finch. Happy shrugs it off though.
Finch throws a lazy right hand but Happy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Finch pinned against the cage. Finch gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Finch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T4#
The crowd cheers as Finch lands an impressive looking overhand right. Happy doesn't seem phased though.
Happy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Happy is defended easily by Finch.
Finch keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Happy wants to clinch up but Finch keeps it at a distance.
Finch fires out a quick counter leg kick but Happy just manages to avoid it.
Happy staying out of range there.
Finch punishes Happy's body with a nice straight punch.
Finch connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice takedown defense from Finch. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
It looked like Finch wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Finch lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Atticus Finch dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Finch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Happy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Happy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Finch misses with an uppercut.
Happy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Finch walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Happy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Happy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Finch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Happy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Finch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Happy blocks a low kick nicely.
Finch throws out a powerful jab.
Happy moves out of range as Finch strikes.
Finch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy slips under a jab.
Happy with the counter takedown but Finch avoids it easily.
Finch with the inside leg kick.
Finch fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Happy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Finch, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Finch against the cage but Finch circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Atticus Finch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Happy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Finch lands the left hand.
Finch dodges the punch combination from Happy.
Finch misses the jab.
Happy slips a jab from Finch.
Finch throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Happy on the side of the head.
Finch digs a good body shot into Happy's ribs.
Finch throws a hook to the side of Happy's head but Happy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Happy shoots for a double leg takedown but Finch sprawls well. He's pushed Happy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A nice leg kick lands there from Finch.
Happy takes one on the button.
Finch leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Happy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Finch works the jab nicely.
An inside leg kick from Finch misses.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Finch, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Finch against the cage but Finch circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Finch lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Happy backs up against the cage.
Happy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Finch throws a combination. Happy tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Happy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Finch clobbers Happy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Happy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Finch thumps Happy with a low kick.
Finch swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Happy.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Happy.
Finch is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Happy has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3##ES#
Finch sneaks out the side door and pushes Happy away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Finch lands a nice leg kick that just misses Happy's sensitive parts.
Finch scores with a decent looking hook.#TD2#
Happy feints and as Finch raises his hands in defense, Happy changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Happy with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#ES#
Finch manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD2#
Happy ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Happy no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Finch passes into side control.
Finch working away.
Finch gets to mount! Happy was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Happy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SU#
Finch stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Finch connects with a solid leg kick.
Jab from Finch.
Happy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Finch lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Finch is looking to slow Happy down with leg kicks.
Nice body punch from Happy.
Happy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Finch connects with an inside leg kick.
Anti Happy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Atticus Finch is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Happy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Atticus Finch!

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

 

Event: OFK 357 - Garrincha Vs Wulf     
Date:   Dec 09, 2023
#R1#
Nice body punch from Toal.
Toal thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Toal moves into the clinch.
Toal misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Toal lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Happy backwards. #TD#
Happy jumps guard and drags Toal to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but Toal defends easily. #SUB#
Toal avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Happy has an active guard here but Toal has managed to pass into half guard.
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.
Happy wants to improve his position but Toal is controlling well.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Toal working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T1##SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
Happy tries to roll over but Toal keeps him under control.
Toal thows a huge punch but Happy dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Toal seems content to control.
Happy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Toal lands a couple of digs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Toal wants to control from the top but Happy keeps moving. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Happy has momentary wrist control but Toal slips an elbow through the middle.
Happy keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully.
Toal looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Toal pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Happy looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Toal has picked Happy up and slammed him! Happy can't keep hold of the triangle and Toal manages to pass to side control!
Happy is looking to regain half guard here but Toal keeps moving and retains side control.
Happy taking punishment in the form of punches. #T3#
Happy trying his best to control but Toal has mounted him.
Toal wants to control the pace but Happy is squirming around nicely.
Happy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Toal controlling his opponent.
Toal can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Happy is looking to escape.
Happy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Happy wants to hold on but Toal pushes him away.#T4#
Happy sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Toal is keen to just control but Happy is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Toal pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Toal pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
Happy moves into full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Toal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Happy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Toal has managed to get both his arms back between Happy's legs - danger averted.
Toal trying to control the position from guard on top but Happy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
That's time! Happy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Happy is defended easily by Toal.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Toal! But no joy.
Happy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Toal leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Happy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal misses with a hook.
Happy tries a head kick but it misses.
A shot to the liver by Happy. Beautiful body shot.
Happy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.#T1#
Toal throws a hook but Happy blocks it.
Happy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Toal tries to avoid it but Happy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Toal to the ground. Toal escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Toal doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range.
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Toal defends well and Happy ends up having to push Toal into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Toal.
Toal is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Toal prevents a takedown attempt there.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Toal throws a punch but it's blocked by Happy.
Happy fails to pull guard.
Toal stops a takedown attempt from Happy.
Toal scores with a shot to the side of Happy's head. #TD#
Happy is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Toal can't fight it off and eventually Happy manages to take the fight to the floor. Toal looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Happy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Toal manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Happy has Toal in his guard.#REVB##T2#
Toal is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Happy trying to control the position.
Toal working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Happy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Toal sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3##SUB#
Happy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Toal wants to control from the top but Happy keeps moving.
Toal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Happy swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Happy working for submissions but it's allowed Toal to get to half guard. #SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Toal takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Toal prevents Happy from improving his position.
Toal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Toal is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Happy tries to get to full guard but Toal has control of the leg. #SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Toal pulls his head out easily.
Toal not doing much here.
Happy wants to improve his position but Toal is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal wants to lay and pray for a moment but Happy keeps working.
Toal working Happy over with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal 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#
Happy throws a big shot that misses.
Toal throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Happy counters with a takedown into side control.

Toal sneaks out the side door and pushes Happy away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Toal avoids it really well and circles away.
Toal lands a slapping body shot.
Happy blocks a leg kick.
Toal tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Happy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Toal leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T1#
Happy shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Toal shoots in but no luck this time.
Toal fails with an attempt to clinch.
Happy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Toal lands with a slapping head kick.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Happy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Toal sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Happy somewhat.
Toal looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Toal displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
Happy with a nice cross.
Nice takedown defense from Toal. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Toal as he jumps to the side.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy misses with a jab to the body
enabling Toal to counter with a crisp jab.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Toal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Toal bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Happy's head backwards.
Keir Toal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Toal swings for the body but Happy moves out of range.
Toal throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range.
Toal pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Toal is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Toal circles away and we're back to standing.
Happy takes a swing at Toal's ribcage but misses.
Toal avoids the head kick by Happy.
Toal looks to land a left hand but Happy moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - Toal throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Happy tries to counter with a takedown but Toal is quick to defend against it.
Toal throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Toal looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T4#
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Happy walks into a straight right hand from Toal.
Happy staying out of range there.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Toal tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Happy was well out of range. Poor timing from Toal.
Happy throws a series of strikes that have Toal backpedaling.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Happy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Happy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Toal 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keir Toal!

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

 

Event: OFK 347 - Boles Vs Jaroslav     
Date:   Nov 04, 2023
#R1#
McBobbie throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Happy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Happy takes one to the side of the head.
McBobbie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Happy feints the counter takedown.
McBobbie throws a shot from downtown. Happy moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
Happy fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. McBobbie sprawls well initially but Happy persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
McBobbie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
McBobbie being controlled here, momentarily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Happy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Happy with a nice head shot there.
Happy 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.
Happy is looking to work some ground and pound but McBobbie has wrist control.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Happy is fighting to break McBobbie's control of his arms but McBobbie is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Happy wants to control from the top but McBobbie keeps moving.
Happy looking to pass the guard.
Happy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
Happy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Happy won't allow McBobbie to sweep him here.
McBobbie seems keen to control Happy's posture.
Happy throwing strikes from guard but McBobbie blocks nicely.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McBobbie is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Happy throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! McBobbie escapes and throws Happy's legs to the side, diving into side control!
McBobbie is looking to take a break and control but Happy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
McBobbie tries to advance to mount but Happy denies him. #T2#
Happy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
McBobbie is trying to get back to full guard.
McBobbie keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy throwing shots but McBobbie is blocking nicely.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
McBobbie is staying active underneath Happy, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McBobbie sees it coming and defends easily.
McBobbie desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Happy wants to work for an arm triangle but McBobbie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McBobbie wants to get back to full guard.
McBobbie controlling the position for now.#T3##SUB2#
Happy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Happy is working for a submission of some sort.
McBobbie is concentrating on defense, preventing Happy from advancing position.
Happy is looking to advance position but McBobbie won't allow it.
McBobbie wants to control but Happy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Happy prevents McBobbie from improving his position.#SUB2#
Happy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
McBobbie is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
McBobbie is defending against the submission attempts here by Happy. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McBobbie tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.
McBobbie is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Happy's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Happy's back!
Happy tries to roll but McBobbie sticks to his back.
Can Happy hold on?! McBobbie is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Happy rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McBobbie landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
McBobbie working Happy over with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Anti Happy will probably get the nod.
That's time! McBobbie's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
McBobbie throws a shot from downtown. Happy moves away and avoids it.#CL#
McBobbie rushes Happy and presses him up against the cage.
McBobbie tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from McBobbie.
McBobbie lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Happy.
McBobbie makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Happy jumps guard but McBobbie turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Happy has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics McBobbie uses from the top position.
We've been hearing that McBobbie has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
McBobbie scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McBobbie defends it easily.
McBobbie content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
McBobbie with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
McBobbie working some strikes from top position.#T1##SUB2#
Happy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McBobbie can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
McBobbie wants to control from the top but Happy keeps moving. #SUB2#
Happy has his foot on McBobbie's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McBobbie works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Happy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McBobbie can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but McBobbie defends easily. #SUB2#
Happy isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. McBobbie stacks Happy 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 McBobbie!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Happy takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Happy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McBobbie trying to control the position but Happy is working away.
Happy is trying to control McBobbie's posture but McBobbie avoids it.
Happy is trying to get back to half guard.
Happy struggling a bit here.
Happy taking punishment in the form of punches. #T3#
McBobbie slows the pace down.
McBobbie scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Happy to see if he's OK.
Happy is trying to get back to half guard.
McBobbie is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
McBobbie grinds an elbow into Happy's temple.
McBobbie working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
McBobbie trying to control the action but Happy is working from the bottom.
McBobbie grinds an elbow into Happy's temple.
Happy struggling a bit here.
Happy throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage. #T4#
McBobbie grinds an elbow into Happy's temple.
Happy wants to control but McBobbie postures up.
Robbie McBobbie overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McBobbie scoring with punches from side control.
Happy gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Happy trying to control but McBobbie postures up.
Happy wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McBobbie scores with a couple of nice shots.
McBobbie seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Robbie McBobbie dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
McBobbie scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
McBobbie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Happy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McBobbie pulls his head out easily.
McBobbie drops an elbow to the side of Happy's head.
Happy has hold of McBobbie's hands but McBobbie slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Happy looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and McBobbie pushes past his half guard into mount!
McBobbie raining down shots from the mount!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, McBobbie cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #ROC#Happy is rocked!
McBobbie postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Happy bigstyle! Two more strikes land for McBobbie and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robbie McBobbie!
After winning the bout, Robbie McBobbie thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: OFK 341 - Escalante Vs Bizih     
Date:   Oct 14, 2023
#R1#
Nice body kick there by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Jaroslav lands with a nice body kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Jaroslav, which made it look bad.
Happy backing away here, and Jaroslav unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Jaroslav throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Happy decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Jaroslav's guard.
Jaroslav keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass. #ES2#
Jaroslav pushes Happy off and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A solid leg kick lands there for Happy.
Happy 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.#TD#
Happy drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.

Jaroslav sneaks out the side door and pushes Happy away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jaroslav buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Jaroslav. #T1#
Jaroslav waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Happy.
Happy drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jaroslav sprawls and moves away.
Jaroslav throws a big shot that misses.
Jaroslav works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
That kick from Jaroslav tenderised Happy's leg. Happy is trying to keep his angry face on.
A bone on bone clash there as Happy blocks the leg kick.
Happy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav thows a leg kick but Happy checks it #TD#
and Happy counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Jaroslav is trying to stand back up but Happy is controlling him
Happy stalling away here and it's allowed Jaroslav to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Happy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jaroslav works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Happy working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Happy wants to control from the top but Jaroslav keeps moving.
Happy with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
Happy scoring with punches to the head and 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!
Jaroslav is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Happy is controlling him.
Happy throwing strikes but missing.
Happy 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.
Jaroslav is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Happy connects with a couple of short punches.
Jaroslav utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Happy trying to control but Jaroslav is working from the bottom.
Happy throws a strike but Jaroslav rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jaroslav is pushing down on Happy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Happy is fighting to maintain full guard but Jaroslav has managed to sneak the leg through.
Happy trying to control but Jaroslav postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Jaroslav stands up from half guard.
Nice uppercut there from Jaroslav.#TD#
Happy fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Jaroslav sprawls well initially but Happy persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jaroslav has managed to free his arm - good work.
Happy is pressing down on Jaroslav's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jaroslav is holding on for now.
Jaroslav is looking to escape.#T4##SUB#
Happy seems to be working for a kimura but Jaroslav defends the submission attempt.
Happy drops an elbow to the side of Jaroslav's head.
Happy slips a nice elbow through Jaroslav's hands, connecting with Jaroslav's forehead.
Jaroslav is trying to stand back up but Happy is controlling him #SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jaroslav defends it well. #SUB#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jaroslav sees it coming and defends easily.
Happy lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jaroslav sees it coming and defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felix Jaroslav dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jaroslav as he jumps to the side.
Nice shot lands for Jaroslav.
A bone on bone clash there as Happy blocks the leg kick. #TD#
Happy decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Jaroslav is trying to stand. #SUB#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jaroslav sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jaroslav keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Happy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Happy throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Happy prevents Jaroslav from standing back up.
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. Happy connects with a nice short shot to Jaroslav's temple.
Jaroslav pushes Happy off looking to stand but Happy dives back in and keeps control.
Jaroslav scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Happy manages to mount him! #SUB#
Happy jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Jaroslav is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Jaroslav and Happy has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #SUB#
Happy tries for a kimura but Jaroslav is defending well.
Happy cracks Jaroslav with a big elbow. #T2#
Jaroslav wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB#
Happy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Jaroslav wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Happy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Happy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Happy controls the position.
Happy is chipping away with strikes. #T3#
Happy tries to move into full mount but can't pass Jaroslav's legs.
Happy throws an elbow but Jaroslav slips to the side and avoids it well.
Jaroslav tries to escape but Happy is in control.
Happy in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jaroslav has escaped the position, nice work there.
Jaroslav wants to get back to his feet but Happy drags him back down.
Jaroslav prevents Happy from improving position.
Jaroslav is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB#
Happy goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Jaroslav has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Happy but great work by Jaroslav.#T4##SUB2#
Jaroslav is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Happy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Jaroslav throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Happy tries to improve position but can't.
Happy gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
Happy makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Happy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Jaroslav throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Happy counters with a nice double leg into side control. Jaroslav won't be happy with that.
Jaroslav is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Happy asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Happy lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Jaroslav down.
Happy taking a break here but Jaroslav is having none of it and regains half guard. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2#
Jaroslav makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T1#
Happy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jaroslav drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jaroslav swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jaroslav throws a hook but Happy blocks it.
Happy misses with a series of wild punches.
Jaroslav throws a push kick but Happy slaps the foot to one side.
Jaroslav lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Happy at a distance.
Jaroslav moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Happy darts in looking for a takedown but Jaroslav gets double underhooks and turns Happy into the cage.
Happy tries to pull guard but Jaroslav forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jaroslav tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jaroslav slows down the pace here.
Happy jumps guard but Jaroslav stands there with Happy around his waist. Happy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Happy has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jaroslav is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Happy tries to pull guard but Jaroslav won't allow it.
Jaroslav tries a body shot but Happy blocks it.
Happy fails to pull the fight into his 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!
Jaroslav can't find room to land a body shot as Happy controls the action.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Happy goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jaroslav prevents it.
Happy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Jaroslav smiles and moves away.
Jaroslav goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Jaroslav rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Happy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jaroslav lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Happy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Happy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T3#
Jaroslav throws a jab when Happy was well out of range.
Happy attempts a counter takedown but Jaroslav avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Jaroslav gets caught napping as Happy dives in and scores a takedown. Jaroslav manages to retain guard.
Jaroslav is looking to stand back up but Happy counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Jaroslav. #REVB#
Jaroslav blocking the ground and pound attempt from Happy.
Happy is pressing down on Jaroslav's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jaroslav is holding on for now.
Jaroslav tries to kick Happy off but Happy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Happy wants to work for an arm triangle but Jaroslav is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Happy looks to land a strike but Jaroslav avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T4#
Happy prevents Jaroslav from getting back to his feet.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jaroslav swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Happy won't allow Jaroslav to get back to his feet.
Jaroslav utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Happy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Jaroslav is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Jaroslav is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Happy content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.

And that's the end of the fight!
Felix Jaroslav comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jaroslav 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felix Jaroslav!

An out of breath and clearly excited Felix Jaroslav thanked Stoner's Killer Apparel for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: OFK 336 -     
Date:   Sep 24, 2023
#R1#
Happy misses with a double jab
and Probert counters with an inside leg kick.
Probert has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Rubber Guard Emporium in the buildup to the fight.
Probert misses with a body shot.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Probert pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Probert throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Happy decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Probert's guard.
Probert is controlling Happy's posture.
Happy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Probert works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Happy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Probert is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Happy is controlling him.
Probert avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Probert controlling Happy's posture.
Happy looking to sit in guard and control but Probert gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T1##SUB2#
Happy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Probert defends well.
Probert not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SU#
Probert decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Happy, up you get!
Probert connects with a body shot that sends Happy's belly button to the back.
Happy gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Probert throws a shot from downtown. Happy moves away and avoids it.
Probert's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Probert duly obliges.
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Happy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T2#
Happy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice shot by Probert.
Nice body punch from Probert.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Happy misses with a wild combination.
Happy cracks Probert with a right hand to the side of the head.
Probert getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Probert throws a leg kick which misses Happy's front leg but catches the back leg as Happy tries to avoid it.
Probert throws an overhand right that lands on Happy's shoulder, as Happy tries to avoid the shot.
Happy misses with a double jab
and Probert connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Happy shoots for a takedown but Probert saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bob Probert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.#T3##TD2#
Happy shoots in and bounces Probert off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Happy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Probert is keeping the position for now.
Probert lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Probert has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Happy is proving hard to escape from.
Probert controlling from the top position.
Probert wanted to stand there but Happy had control of the position. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Happy has his foot on Probert's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Probert works his way back into a safe position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Probert is looking to stand up but Happy won't let him.
Probert passes into half guard. #SU#
Probert stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Happy to get to his feet.
An inside leg kick lands from Probert.
Happy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Probert.
Happy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Probert.#TD2#
Happy closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Probert did well to prevent Happy getting side control.

Probert manages to escape and get back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An inside leg kick lands from Probert.
Probert takes a swing at Happy's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Probert misses.
Happy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bob Probert 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#
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Probert swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Probert connects with a right hand. Happy shakes it off.
Probert lands with an overhand left.
Probert fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Probert throws out a loose jab but Happy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Probert defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Happy.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Happy wants a takedown but no success here.
Bob Probert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Probert lands a hook to the side of the head.
Probert struggles to land a body shot inside as Happy controls his hands.
Probert throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Happys head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Probert.
Probert tries a body shot but Happy blocks it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Probert. #T1#
Probert cracks Happy with a nice body shot.
Probert lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD2#
Happy manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Probert tries to free his leg and advance position but Happy is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Probert stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Probert lands a nice shot that snaps Happy's head back.
Happy shoots for a takedown but Probert saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Probert tries to clinch but Happy moves out of range.
Probert throws out a loose jab but Happy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Happy avoids the body shot from Probert.
Bob Probert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Probert connects with a solid leg kick.
Happy dives in for a single leg takedown but Probert sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Some wild striking there from Probert.
Probert cracks Happy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T2#
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Happy goes for a double leg but Probert avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Probert continues to drive forward.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Happy walks into a left hand.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Happy shoots in and drives through. Probert sprawls well.
Happy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Happy defending well as Probert loads up on a big left hand.
Happy tries for a takedown but Probert circles away easily
and Probert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Happy is breathing heavily.
Probert looks to land a left hand but Happy moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Probert jabs at Happy's body.
Happy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Probert bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Happy's head.
Probert takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Probert swings for the body but Happy moves out of range.
Probert uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Probert throws a looping overhand right but Happy ducks down to avoid it.
Probert lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD2#
Happy 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.
Bob Probert overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#ES#
Probert has his feet on Happy's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Probert clobbers Happy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CL#
Probert gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T4#
Probert prevents the takedown attempt.
Probert stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Probert scores with a shot to the side of Happy's head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Probert.
Probert misses with a punch to the body.
Probert tries to work over Happy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Probert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Probert lands a shoulder strike.
A short uppercut from Probert.
Happy fails to pull guard.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Probert. #TD2#
Happy pulls Probert into guard. #SU#
Probert gets to his feet. Happy looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Probert throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Happy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A good leg kick by Probert.
Happy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Probert.
Probert lands a really nice looking cross but Happy seems unphased.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bob Probert dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Probert with a nice calf kick.
Probert sizes up Happy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Probert is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Probert but Probert pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Probert lands a slapping body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Probert darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Happy shoots and misses #CL#
and Probert counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Probert.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Probert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Happy wants to take the fight to the mat but Probert manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bob Probert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Probert lands a left hand.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Probert lands with a left to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Probert presses Happy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Probert is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Probert lands with a left to the head.
A right hand to the body from Probert. #T1#
Probert works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Probert lands a nice shot to the body.
Happy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Probert.
A nice right hand lands inside from Probert.
Probert works on Happy's body with a couple of short punches.
Happy takes a shot to the head. #ROC#Happy is rocked!
Happy tries to pull guard but Probert won't allow it.
Happy is still on wobbly legs! Can Probert finish him?
Probert scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Probert is leaning against Happy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Happy seems to have recovered his senses.
Probert is working Happy over against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Probert.
Probert works on Happy's body with a couple of short punches.
Probert pushes Happy back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short right from Probert.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Probert lands a hook to the side of the head.
Happy takes a shot to the head.
Happy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Probert pushes Happy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Probert throws a big uppercut that drops Happy! More strikes from Probert and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Happy lies dazed against the cage as Probert celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bob Probert!
Bob Probert is the new featherweight champion!
After winning the bout, Bob Probert thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: OFK 318 - Kim Vs Stardust     
Date:   Jul 23, 2023
#R1#
Gay G digs a good hook to Happy's body.
Nice body punch from Gay G.
Gay G 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.
Gay G shoots in looking for a takedown but Happy manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Gay G's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gay G tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Happy was well out of range. Poor timing from Gay G.
Happy attempts a counter takedown but Gay G avoids it well and moves away.
Gay G takes a swing at Happy's ribcage but misses.
Happy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Gay G sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Gay G doesn't manage to clinch there - Happy circles away.
Happy feinted with a counter takedown.
Happy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Gay G misses with a body shot.
Happy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Gay G takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gay G with a hook.
Gay G ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Happy moves away.
J Gay G seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gay G misses with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gay G lands a nice shot that snaps Happy's head back.
Gay G connects with the punch.#T1#
Gay G throws a nice outside leg kick.
Gay G shoots in but Happy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Happy looks to land a combination but Gay G avoids it well.
Happy slips under a jab.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Happy.
Happy is looking to take a break and control but Gay G is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gay G is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Happy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Happy landing a few strikes. #T2#
Happy working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Gay G stops Happy from passing to mount.
Happy creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Gay G sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Happy 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.
Gay G wants to control but Happy postures up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gay G is not content to let Happy control the position.
Gay G gets back to half guard.
Happy lands strikes from half guard.
Happy tries to pass to full mount but Gay G defends it.
Happy trying to control from half guard but Gay G is working away.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Happy slips a nice elbow through Gay G's hands, connecting with Gay G's forehead.
Gay G tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.#T3#
Gay G keeps trying to improve his position.
Gay G taking some punishment here, with Happy in his half guard.
Happy prevents Gay G from improving his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Happy works his foot free and advances to mount.
Gay G tries to hold on but Happy postures up.
A big strike lands for Happy! That's really hurt Gay G and he's turned his back - Happy keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Happy jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anti Happy!
An out of breath Anti Happy thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: OFK 314 - Escalante Vs Brown     
Date:   Jul 09, 2023
#R1#
Happy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mangold.
Happy fails with the takedown
and Mangold counters with a nice uppercut.
Happy looks for the body kick but Mangold saw that one coming.
Mangold throwing a counter right hand but Happy manages to avoid it.
Happy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mangold can pounce on him.
Happy tries for a takedown but Mangold circles away easily
and Mangold counters with a low kick, right behind Happy 's knee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mangold takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Mangold with a nice calf kick.
Happy tries for a takedown but Mangold circles away easily
and Mangold counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chest Mangold has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.#T1##TD2#
Happy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Mangold quickly recovers to half guard.
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. Happy connects with a nice short shot to Mangold's temple.
Happy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Happy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mangold's head.
Happy is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Mangold reverses the position - he's now on top in Happy's guard. #SUB2#
Happy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mangold gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Happy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB2#
Happy looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Mangold is defending well. Happy quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Mangold has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Happy celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anti Happy!
A victorious Anti Happy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: OFK 307 - Craven Vs Garrincha     
Date:   Jun 17, 2023
#R1#
Happy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Probert swivels and escapes.
Bob Probert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy ducks under a wild hook from Probert.
Happy ducks under a wild hook from Probert.
Probert digs a good hook to Happy's body.
Probert throws a jab when Happy was well out of range.
Happy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Probert.
Happy avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Probert lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Probert misses with an uppercut.
Probert keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Probert lands with a straight right. Happy didn't see that one coming.
Probert misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Happy counters with a shoot takedown. Probert fights it but they end up in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Happy wants to control from the top but Probert keeps moving.
Happy 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#
Probert keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Happy looking to sit in guard and control but Probert gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Probert stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Happy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Probert stays in close to Happy's body and controls the position.
Probert won't allow Happy to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Happy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Probert defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Probert is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
Happy 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.
Probert sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Probert is aware though and is defending well.#SU#
Probert gets to his feet - Happy follows without any prompting.
Happy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Happy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Probert circles away.
Probert half committed to a counter leg kick.
Probert works Happy's body with a nice hook.
Probert uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Happy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Probert connects with a crisp jab.
Bob Probert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Happy defending well as Probert loads up on a big left hand.
Happy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Probert defends it well.
The fighters circling - Probert throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Happy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
An inside leg kick lands from Probert.
Happy just misses with a punch to the body.
Probert looks to land a left hand but Happy moved out of range nicely.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Probert pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL#
Probert clinches.
Probert presses Happy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Happy jumps guard but Probert stands there with Happy around his waist. Happy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Bob Probert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Probert lands a body punch in the clinch.
Probert lands a right hand that snaps the head of Happy backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Probert creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Happy is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Probert gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC#
Probert breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Probert defends well and Happy ends up having to push Probert into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Happy misses with a combination
and Probert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Happy looks winded!#T4#
Probert dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
That kick from Probert tenderised Happy's leg. Happy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Probert, which made it look bad.
Probert was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Probert throws a sloppy head kick and Happy moves out of range easily.
Happy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Probert fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Happy manages to avoid it.
Happy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Probert scores with a body shot.
Happy tries for a takedown but Probert circles away easily
letting Probert counter with a right hand.
Probert with a jab.
Probert tries to clinch but Happy moves out of range.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Probert, which made it look bad.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bob Probert dominated that round.
That's time! Probert's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Happy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Probert.
Probert misses the shot to the body.
We've been told by Probert's head coaches at The Rubber Guard Emporium that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Happy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Probert.
Happy feints the counter takedown.
Probert avoids the head kick by Happy.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Probert throwing a counter right hand but Happy manages to avoid it.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Probert misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Probert fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Happy has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Probert lands a slapping body shot. #CL#
Probert clinches up with Happy and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Happy has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Probert uses from the top position.
Probert 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##SU#
Probert stands up and waves to Happy to follow him.
Happy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Happy throws a nice outside leg kick.
Probert with a nice calf kick.
Probert stuffs the takedown attempt from Happy. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Bob Probert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Probert moves into range and connects with a jab.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Probert displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
Happy circles away from the clinch attempt. #T2#
Happy misses with a takedown
and Probert counters with a straight right hand.
Probert throws a body shot but no joy.
Happy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Happy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Probert tries to clinch up.
Happy dives in for a single leg takedown but Probert sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Happy's corner calls for a 1-2. Happy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Probert throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range. #CL#
Probert darts in and clinches Happy up against the cage.
Happy can't get the takedown.
Probert lands an uppercut.
Happy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Happy is breathing heavily.
Probert lands a body shot in the clinch. #T3#
Happy tries to pull guard but Probert won't allow it.
A right handed body shot lands from Probert.
A right handed body shot lands from Probert.
Probert lands with a light punch inside.
Probert scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Probert misses with a punch to the body.
Probert lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Happy or not.
Probert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Probert lands with a left to the head.
Probert lands a body punch in the clinch.
Probert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Probert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Happy backwards.
Probert lands with a short punch from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Happy is looking for a takedown.
Probert is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Probert can't find room to land a body shot as Happy controls the action.
Probert cracks Happy with a nice body shot.
Probert misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Probert on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Probert.
Probert pushes Happy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Probert scores with a nice hook to the head.
Probert gets underhooks to prevent Happy's takedown attempt.
Probert can't find room to land a body shot as Happy controls the action.
Probert scores with a hook to the body.
Probert can't find room to land a body shot as Happy controls the action.
Probert pushes Happy back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Happy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Probert lands a body shot in the clinch.
Probert lands with a left to the head.
Probert lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Probert.
Probert lands a body shot.
Probert tries to throw a body punch but Happy avoids it by throwing Probert back against the cage.
Probert lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A hook to the body from Probert.
Probert lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Probert.
Probert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Happy backwards.
Probert struggles to land a body shot inside as Happy controls his hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bob Probert dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Probert scores with a shot to the body.
Happy walks into a stiff left hand from Probert.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Probert avoids it really well and circles away.
Probert throws out a powerful jab.
Bob Probert is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Probert moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Probert tries a body shot but Happy blocks it.
Probert misses with the head strike.
Probert gets through Happy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Happy tries a body shot but Probert blocks it.
Probert goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Happy prevents a body shot from Probert.
Probert can't find room to land a body shot as Happy controls the action. #T1#
Probert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Happy working hard to break the clinch.
Probert cracks Happy with a nice body shot.
Probert stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Probert scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Probert stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Probert scores with a shot to the side of Happy's head.
Probert misses with a hook to the ribs.
Probert misses with a punch to the body.
Probert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Happy backwards.
Probert is working Happy over against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Probert.
Probert lands a right hand.
Probert lands with a light punch inside.
Probert lands with a left to the head. #ROC#Happy is rocked!
Probert lands a hook to the side of the head.
Happy is still on wobbly legs! Can Probert finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Probert digs a right hand into Happy's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Happy's gas tank.
Probert tries a body shot but Happy blocks it.
Probert doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Happy seems to have recovered his senses.#T2#
Probert lands with a short shot to the head.
Probert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Happy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Probert doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A hook to the body from Probert.
Probert scores with a hook to the body.
Probert is leaning against Happy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Happy prevents a body shot from Probert.
A short right from Probert.
Happy letting Probert take a breather here.
A short uppercut from Probert.
Probert lands a nice shot to the body.
Probert lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Good body shot from Probert.
Probert lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Probert lands a left hand.
A left hand lands to the body for Probert. #T3#
A right handed body shot lands from Probert.
Good body shot from Probert.
Probert lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Probert cracks Happy with a nice body shot.
Bob Probert has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Probert lands with a short shot to the head.
The referee calls for Probert to work.
Come on Probert - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Happy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Bob Probert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Probert lands a nice uppercut.
Probert lands a nice uppercut.
Probert lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Happy is trying to pull guard but Probert turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Happy prevents a body shot from Probert.
A short body shot lands from Probert as the two fighters clinch.
Good body shot from Probert.
Still in the clinch, Probert scores with a nice short uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Probert lands with a left to the head. #T4#
A right handed body shot lands from Probert.
Nice body punch from Probert - that landed with a thud.
Happy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Probert scores with a shot to the side of Happy's head.
A shot in the inside from Probert.
Happy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Probert to keep the fight standing.
Probert lands a right hand.
Probert throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Happys head.
Probert lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Happy or not.
Probert lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Probert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Happy backwards.
Probert lands a body punch.
Probert lands a left hand.
Probert lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Probert.
Probert working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Good body shot from Probert.
Happy blocks a body shot from Probert.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bob Probert clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Probert scores with a nice strike.
Happy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Probert scores with a body shot.
Probert lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Probert clinches with his opponent.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Probert.
A short uppercut from Probert.
Probert stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Happy tries to pull guard but Probert won't allow it.
Still in the clinch, Probert scores with a nice short uppercut.
Probert just leaning against Happy, taking a breather.
A shot in the inside from Probert.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Probert creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Happy goes for a takedown attempt but Probert pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Happy is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Probert smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Happy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Happy misses with a hook.
Probert uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Happy slips a straight right by Probert.
Probert throws a looping overhand right but Happy ducks down to avoid it.
Happy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice cross by Probert.
Happy misses with a series of wild punches.
Probert misses with a wild body shot.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Probert counters with a stiff right hand.
Bob Probert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Probert cracks Happy with a hook to the temple - Happy is on wobbly legs here! Probert swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Happy falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Probert wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Bob Probert!
Bob Probert is the new featherweight champion!
Bob Probert made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'The Odense featherweight championship is staying at the Rubber Guard Emporium. Anti-Happy came to hump. I came to win. Dedicating this victory to Juodasis Vaiduoklis, the forever 145 champ. '.

 

Event: OFK 300 - Khan Vs Escalante     
Date:   May 21, 2023
#R1##TD#
Happy shoots in and gets a takedown into Loco's guard.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Our spies down at at Beating a Dead Horse to Death Again inform us that Loco has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Happy looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Happy stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Loco trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Loco working for a triangle but Happy defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Happy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Happy is one step ahead there.
Happy passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Happy takes a little break here. Loco wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Loco is not content to let Happy control the position.
Happy is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Loco's shoulder. That is not cool. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Loco tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Happy presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #SUB#
Happy looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Loco manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Happy wants to control but Loco is keeping him busy.
Happy prevents Loco from improving his position.
We've been hearing that Happy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Loco looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Happy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Loco wants to control but Happy is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Loco actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Happy is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Loco is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anti Happy!
A victorious Anti Happy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: OFK 297 -     
Date:   May 13, 2023
#R1#
Jaroslav misses with the combination.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick #TD#
and Happy counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jaroslav!
Happy is looking to take a break and control but Jaroslav is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jaroslav wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jaroslav is trying to escape the position but Happy is controlling the position.
Happy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jaroslav keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy tries to move into full mount but can't pass Jaroslav's legs. #T1#
Jaroslav tries to escape but Happy is in control.
Happy is looking to take a break and control but Jaroslav is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Happy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Jaroslav is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Happy has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Happy goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Jaroslav has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Happy but great work by Jaroslav.
An elbow from Jaroslav crashes against the mat.
Happy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T2#
Jaroslav is looking to escape.
Jaroslav is staying active underneath Happy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Jaroslav tries to kick Happy off but Happy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Happy controlling the action here. #SUB#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jaroslav has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Happy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jaroslav doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Happy.
Happy is stalling here. Jaroslav is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Happy seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Jaroslav has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T3#
Jaroslav working the body and head with strikes.
Jaroslav misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Happy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Happy blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jaroslav. #SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jaroslav pulls his head out easily.
Happy has a hand on Jaroslav's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Jaroslav takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Jaroslav prevents Happy from getting the reversal.#T4#
Jaroslav throws some wild stikes that Happy manages to avoid easily.
Jaroslav landing strikes from the mount.
The referee warns Happy that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Jaroslav punching from mount but Happy doing a good job of avoiding damage. #SUB2#
Jaroslav looking to secure an arm triangle but Happy defends it well.
Happy bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Happy stands and throws Jaroslav's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Happy is looking to take a break and control but Jaroslav is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Happy looking to control but instead Jaroslav has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felix Jaroslav dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Jaroslav works over Happy's head and body with a nice combination.
A nice leg kick from Jaroslav, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jaroslav moves out of range as Happy throws a body kick.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt
letting Jaroslav counter with a right hand.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jaroslav fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Happy checks it well.
Happy appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Happy 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.
Happy tries to clinch but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Jaroslav gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Happy counters with a nice double leg into side control. Jaroslav won't be happy with that.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES2#
Jaroslav throws Happy to one side and escapes!
Jaroslav misses with a double jab.
Jaroslav looks to land a right hand but Happy moved out of range.
Happy appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jaroslav misses with a low kick.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick #TD#
so Happy counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
We've been hearing that Happy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Happy is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Jaroslav is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Jaroslav has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Happy is trying to keep Jaroslav in close. #T1#
Happy is adopting a defensive guard.
Jaroslav throws a strike but Happy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Jaroslav is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jaroslav being controlled here, momentarily.
Happy won't allow Jaroslav 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.
Happy works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #ES2#
Jaroslav manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Happy keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Jaroslav is trying to maintain a safe position but Happy gets an underhook and turns Jaroslav into the cage.#BC2#
Jaroslav escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jaroslav misses the body punch #TD#
and Happy counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Happy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Happy has hold of Jaroslav's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Jaroslav seems comfortable defending it but Happy has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Jaroslav is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Jaroslav is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Happy couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anti Happy!
A very excited looking Anti Happy 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: OFK 296 - Marek Vs Do Urden     
Date:   May 07, 2023
#R1#
Plugger takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Happy swinging wildly here.
An inside leg kick from Plugger misses. #TD2#
Happy gets the takedown into side control.
Plugger tries to improve position but can't.
Plugger is being controlled here.
Plugger manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Plugger wants to lay and pray for a moment but Happy keeps working.
Plugger trying to pass the guard but Happy defending well.
Plugger scoring with strikes to the body and head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Happy trying to control but Plugger postures up. #T1##SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
Happy trying to control from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Plugger.
Plugger wants to lay and pray for a moment but Happy keeps working.
Happy keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Plugger is keen to just control but Happy is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Plugger is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Happy has managed to free his arm - good work.
Plugger is trying to control the action in half guard but Happy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Happy is positioning himself well to prevent Plugger advancing to mount.
Plugger winds up and cracks Happy with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Happy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Plugger is working away from the top position though.
Happy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Plugger pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Happy pushes a forearm under Plugger's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Plugger is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anti Happy!
Anti Happy thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: OFK 288 - Gunner Vs Naulakko     
Date:   Apr 09, 2023
#R1#
Good shot there by Pellegrini.
Happy shoots for a double leg takedown but Pellegrini sprawls well. He's pushed Happy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
As Happy backs away, Pellegrini returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Pellegrini feints a jab promting Happy to slip. Pellegrini then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Happy slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Happy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Happy dives in and grabs Pellegrini's left leg, looking for a takedown. Pellegrini pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
Pellegrini lands a nice leg kick that just misses Happy's sensitive parts. #TD2#
Happy closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pellegrini trying to control here.
Happy wants to take a breather but Pellegrini is having none of it. #SUB2#
Happy 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. #T1#
Happy stalling away here and it's allowed Pellegrini to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Pellegrini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pellegrini controlling the position.#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.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Pellegrini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice jab there from Happy. #TD2#
Pellegrini gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Happy to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Pellegrini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Happy is pushing down on Pellegrini's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pellegrini is fighting to maintain full guard but Happy has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Happy wants to control but Pellegrini is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Pellegrini has managed to free his arm - good work.
Happy stalling away here and it's allowed Pellegrini to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Pellegrini looking to control.
Pellegrini keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Happy looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Pellegrini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vinnie Pellegrini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinnie Pellegrini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
An inside leg kick from Pellegrini misses.
Happy throws a lazy right hand but Pellegrini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pellegrini throws a front kick aimed at Happy's knee but Happy avoids it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Vinnie Pellegrini 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.#R2#
A head kick misses from Happy.
Pellegrini is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Happy. That's going to slow Pellegrini down.
Pellegrini clobbers Happy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Pellegrini throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Happy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Happy ducks under a wild hook from Pellegrini.
Vinnie Pellegrini is winning the standup battle so far.
Pellegrini throws a shot from downtown. Happy moves away and avoids it.
Pellegrini on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Happy just misses with a punch to the body.
Happy thows a leg kick but Pellegrini checks it
and Pellegrini makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pellegrini swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Happy feints a jab promting Pellegrini to slip. Happy then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Pellegrini slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Happy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pellegrini swivels and escapes.
Pellegrini works Happy's body with a nice hook.
Happy is breathing heavily.
Happy throws a shot from downtown. Pellegrini moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Happy jabs at Pellegrini's body.
Happy throws a right hand that Pellegrini ducks under and follows up with a left that Pellegrini also avoids with ease.
Pellegrini moves into range and connects with a jab.
A low kick lands for Pellegrini.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pellegrini as he jumps to the side.
Vinnie Pellegrini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Pellegrini fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Happy.
Pellegrini is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Pellegrini has knocked Happy down with a huge combo! Pellegrini steps away and waves a wobbly Happy back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Happy is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Anti Happy has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pellegrini lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Happy - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Pellegrini!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vinnie Pellegrini!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Vinnie Pellegrini made sure he mentioned Brooklyn Apothecary, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: OFK 281 -Byczkiewicz Vs Gunner     
Date:   Mar 18, 2023
#R1#
A head kick misses from Happy.
Koererlaerer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sloppy strikes from Happy. Those never looked like landing.
Karsten Koererlaerer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Koererlaerer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Koererlaerer takes a swing at Happy's ribcage but misses.
Koererlaerer dives in and grabs Happy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes down on Koererlaerer's head and hops out.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Koererlaerer is defended easily by Happy.
Koererlaerer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Happy.
Happy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Koererlaerer moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Koererlaerer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koererlaerer shoots in looking for a takedown but Happy manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Koererlaerer's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Karsten Koererlaerer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Koererlaerer misses with a jab, cross combination.
Happy misses the shot to the body.
Koererlaerer takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Happy throws a right hand that Koererlaerer ducks under and follows up with a left that Koererlaerer also avoids with ease.
Koererlaerer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Happy sprawls and moves away.
Koererlaerer thows a leg kick but Happy checks it #TD2#
and Happy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T1##ES#
Koererlaerer kicks Happy off and gets back to his feet.#TD2#
Happy shoots in and gets a takedown into Koererlaerer's guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#ES#
Koererlaerer kicks Happy off and gets to his feet.
Koererlaerer fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Happy scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Koererlaerer fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Happy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Happy wants it to stay on the feet.
Koererlaerer fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Happy moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#TD2#
Happy manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Koererlaerer on his heels. He'll look to pass Koererlaerer's guard now, I'm sure.
Happy is stalling in the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Happy looking to pass the guard.
Happy is pushing down on Koererlaerer's leg trying to pass to half guard. Koererlaerer is fighting to maintain full guard but Happy has managed to sneak the leg through.
Happy is controlling the pace.
Happy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Koererlaerer keeps working. #T3#
Happy is controlling the pace.
Koererlaerer is looking to escape.
Happy takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Happy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Koererlaerer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Happy.
Koererlaerer has his hands clasped together around Happy's back. He's all about the action.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Koererlaerer wants to control but Happy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Happy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Koererlaerer changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Happy tries to avoid it but Koererlaerer manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Happy to the ground. Happy escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Koererlaerer scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Koererlaerer in side control, throwing shots but Happy defends. #SUB#
Koererlaerer thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Koererlaerer looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Happy is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Happy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Koererlaerer!
Koererlaerer is trying to improve his position.
Koererlaerer stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Koererlaerer tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Happy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Karsten Koererlaerer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Happy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Happy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Koererlaerer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koererlaerer struggling a bit here.#T1#
Koererlaerer is trying to buck Happy off.
Koererlaerer struggling a bit here.
Koererlaerer is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Koererlaerer is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Koererlaerer's face as Happy controls the position. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Koererlaerer is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Happy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Happy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Koererlaerer trying to control but Happy flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Koererlaerer is trying to get back to his feet but Happy has full control of the position and if anything, Koererlaerer has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Happy keeps control of the position easily here as Koererlaerer tries to buck him off.
Koererlaerer trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Koererlaerer is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Happy gets his way! #SUB2#
Happy is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Koererlaerer knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Koererlaerer for a finish. #T3#
Koererlaerer tries to roll but Happy sticks to his back.
Happy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Koererlaerer breaks Happy's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #SUB2#
Happy looking for a triangle here. Koererlaerer is fighting it but it looks tight! Happy pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Koererlaerer is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Anti Happy!
An out of breath Anti Happy thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: OFK 275 - Probert Vs Storm     
Date:   Feb 25, 2023
#R1#
Happy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Morad tries to avoid it but Happy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Morad to the ground. Morad escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Morad misses the target.
Nice cross by Morad.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Morad as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Happy darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Happy is trying to control the action in half guard but Morad is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Morad wants to control but Happy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Morad manages to get to full guard.
Happy trying to control but Morad is working from the bottom.
Morad seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Happy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Morad's guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Morad trying to control here.
Happy controlling the pace.
Morad wants to control but Happy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Happy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Morad does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Happy is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Happy prevents Morad from improving his position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Happy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T3#
Morad turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Happy shoots for a double leg takedown but Morad sprawls well. He's pushed Happy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Erran Morad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Morad, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Morad against the cage but Morad circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Morad half committed to a counter leg kick.
Morad lands with a hook. Happy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt
and Morad connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Morad defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Happy.
It looked like Morad wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD2#
Happy drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Morad holds on and takes a little breather. #T4#
Happy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Happy pushing down on Morad's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Well, if Happy 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.
Happy wants to control but Morad is keeping him busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Morad trying to control but Happy postures up.
Happy trying to control from half guard but Morad is working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Anti Happy will probably get the nod.
That's time! Morad's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Morad scores with a three punch combo!
Nice shot lands for Morad.
Happy shoots for a takedown but Morad saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Happy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Happy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Morad swivels and escapes.
Happy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Morad jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Morad throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Erran Morad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Jab by Morad.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Morad as he avoids it easily.
Morad stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Morad closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Morad lands in his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Happy wants to control the position but Morad says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T1#
Morad working Happy over with strikes.
Happy wants to improve his position but Morad is controlling well.
Happy wants to control but Morad is keeping busy. #SUB#
Morad is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Happy has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Morad is working for a submission of some sort.
Happy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Morad seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Morad is looking for a kimura but Happy is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Morad to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Morad is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Happy trying to hold on to Morad's head to control him but Morad postures up.
Happy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Happy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Morad is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Morad seems to be looking for submissions.
Happy controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Erran Morad is winning the standup battle so far.
A low kick lands for Morad. #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.
Happy moves out of range as Morad strikes.
Morad bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD2#
Morad gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Happy to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Morad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Morad looking for a sweep. Not yet Morad, not yet.
Morad wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB2#
Happy is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Morad is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Morad has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Morad's guard. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erran Morad 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#
Happy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Morad sprawls well. Morad wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Morad throwing a counter right hand but Happy manages to avoid it.
Morad misses with a body shot.
Morad lands with a shot to the body.
Morad throws a hook but Happy blocks it.
Morad scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Happy moves out of range of the leg kick from Morad.
Happy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Morad can pounce on him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Morad, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy goes for a double leg but Morad avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Morad continues to drive forward.
Erran Morad has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy checks a low kick from Morad.
Morad throws a jab but it's blocked by Happy.
Morad throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Happy misses with a takedown
and Morad counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Morad turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Morad. Beautiful body shot.
Morad missing with a left hand there. Happy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Happy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Morad but Morad pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Morad tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Morad jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Happy moves out of range as Morad strikes.
Morad throws a chopping leg kick but Happy manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Morad misses with a body shot.
Happy needs to keep his hands up - Morad had a free shot at his head there.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Morad sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Happy manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Morad on his heels. He'll look to pass Morad's guard now, I'm sure.#T2#
Happy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Morad is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Morad keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Morad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Morad swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Happy trying to control but Morad is working from the bottom. #T3#
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Morad throws a jab but it's blocked by Happy.
Happy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Morad's waist but Morad gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Happy off to one side.
Morad throws a leg kick but Happy moved away.
Morad with a nice calf kick.
Happy takes a jab right on the kisser.
Erran Morad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Morad lands a really nice looking cross but Happy seems unphased.
Happy with a poor takedown
and Morad counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#TD#
Morad closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Happy quickly recovers to half guard.#T4#
Happy is refusing to be controlled, as Morad sits in half guard.
Morad is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Happy is doing well to control the position and prevent Morad from advancing to side control.
Happy moves into full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Morad is one step ahead there.
Morad is looking to work some ground and pound but Happy has wrist control.
Morad with a flurry of punches that miss.

And that's the end of the fight!
Erran Morad showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Morad 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Erran Morad!

In his post fight interview, Erran Morad started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: OFK 269 - Vaiduoklis Vs Storm     
Date:   Feb 04, 2023
#R1#
Toal tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Happy was well out of range. Poor timing from Toal.#TD#
Happy closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Toal stops Happy from passing to mount.
Happy has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Toal!
Happy fails to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Happy has hold of Toal's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Toal manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Toal reaches up to try and control the position but Happy seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Toal rolls and tries to escape and now Happy has his back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T1#
Toal wants to control his opponent's hands but Happy gets his hands free. #SUB#
Happy is persistently looking for the submission but Toal is defending it well.
Toal 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.#SUB#
Toal defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #SUB#
Happy looking for the RNC. #T2##SUB#
Happy looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Happy looking for the choke but no joy.
Happy tries to keep control of the position but Toal is staying busy.#SUB#
Happy is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB#
Toal defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Happy's arms. #SUB#
Happy working for a choke but Toal is defending well. #T3#
Happy is not going to allow Toal to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Happy looking for the choke from the back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Toal fending off the submission attempt from Happy.
I would not like to be Toal right now. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Happy working for the choke.
Toal is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB#
Happy patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Toal breaks Happy's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Happy can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Toal controls the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Toal preventing the sweep.
Happy working a defensive guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Happy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Toal.
Toal throws a looping overhand right but Happy ducks down to avoid it.
Happy attempts a counter takedown but Toal avoids it well and moves away.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Happy darts in looking for a takedown but Toal gets double underhooks and turns Happy into the cage.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Toal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Happy's elbow.
Happy has Toal pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Toal manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Toal has a couple of punches blocked by Happy. #TD#
Happy pulls Toal into guard.
Toal must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Toal accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Happy keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully.
Toal postures up in Happy's guard and throws a big left but Happy blocks it.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Happy working a defensive guard here.
Happy being controlled here, momentarily.
Let's hope that Toal 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.
Happy pulls Toal in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Happy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Toal throws out the jab.
Happy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Toal throws a push kick but Happy slaps the foot to one side. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD#
Happy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Toal napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Toal tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Happy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Toal wants to control but Happy postures up.
Happy gets to mount! Toal was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #SUB#
Happy is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Toal can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB#
Happy working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T3#
Toal 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.
Toal trying to control the position but Happy manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Happy working for a choke but Toal reverses nicely into Happy 's guard. #SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Toal preventing the sweep. #T4#
Toal trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Happy keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully.
Happy tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Happy working for a triangle but Toal defends it easily. #SUB#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Toal is aware though and is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Keir Toal will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Happy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Toal looks to land a body kick but Happy moved away.
Happy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Toal.
Happy tries to counter with a takedown but Toal is quick to defend against it.
Happy tries for a takedown but Toal sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Toal slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Toal circles away.
Nice sprawl there from Toal as Happy shoots in.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Toal connects with a good right hand that stumbles Happy. Happy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Toal throws a leg kick but Happy sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Toal scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Toal as he jumps to the side.
A little jabbing left from Toal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Happy avoids the body shot from Toal.
Happy dives in and grabs Toal's left leg, looking for a takedown. Toal pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown but Toal manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Happy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Happy backing away here, and Toal unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Toal looks to land a right hand but Happy moved out of range.
Happy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The fighters circling - Toal throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Toal throws a body shot but no joy.
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Toal pinned against the cage. Toal gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
Toal just misses with a punch to the body.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Toal misses with an uppercut. Happy saw that one coming.
A clash of legs there as Happy blocks the low kick.
Happy drops down looking for a counter takedown but Toal sprawls and moves away.
Jab by Toal.
Toal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Happy manages to avoid it.
Happy blocks a jab.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown. Toal tries to sprawl out of it but Happy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Toal manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Toal scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Toal, which made it look bad.
Toal is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Happy with a body shot.
Toal fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Happy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Happy looks for a takedown but Toal sprawls well.
Happy tries for a takedown but Toal circles away easily
and Toal counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Happy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Happy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Toal.
Toal misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Toal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Toal jabs at Happy's body.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Toal sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Toal looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Happy!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Toal trying to control the position but Happy is working away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Toal 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keir Toal!

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

 

Event: OFK 264-Vaiduoklis Vs Bomstærk     
Date:   Jan 15, 2023
#R1#
Storm throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Happy decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Storm's guard.
Storm being controlled here, momentarily.
Storm keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
Happy trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Storm swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy slips nicely into half guard.
Happy trying to control from Storm's half guard. Storm has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T1#
Storm has control of Happy's left arm, preventing Happy from doing any damage.
Happy tries to free his leg and advance position but Storm is retaining full guard.
Happy trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom.
Happy trying to move into half guard but instead Storm has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Happy looking for a sweep. Not yet Happy, not yet.
Storm stays in close to Happy's body and controls the position.
Storm has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#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.
Happy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Happy working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Happy has his foot on Storm's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Storm works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Happy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Storm gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Storm content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Happy working a defensive guard but Storm manages to pass into side control anyway.
Storm working away.
Happy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Happy is not content to let Storm control the position.
Happy is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Happy is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Storm wants to free his trapped foot but Happy is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Storm's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Storm's back!#SUB2#
Happy looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Storm defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Happy's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Storm fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Happy checks it well.
Storm motions for Happy to come forward. Storm throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Storm moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Storm as Happy shoots in.
Happy fails to land the takedown.#TD2#
Happy closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Storm did well to prevent Happy getting side control.
Storm controlling the position for now.
Happy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Storm keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Happy is just content to waste time from the top position. Storm takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Happy wants to control from the top but Storm keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Storm throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm scores with a nice body kick.
Lincoln Storm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy looks for a takedown but Storm sprawls well.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.#T2#
Storm tries to work over Happy's front leg with a kick but Happy checks it.
Happy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Happy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Storm tries to avoid it but Happy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Storm to the ground. Storm escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Happy moves out of range of the leg kick from Storm.
Storm with a nice calf kick.
Happy dives in and grabs Storm's left leg, looking for a takedown. Storm pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
Storm throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Storm is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Storm circles away and we're back to standing.
Storm scores with a hook to the body. Happy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Storm fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Happy.
A bone on bone clash there as Happy blocks the leg kick.
Storm throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Storm looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Storm defends it nicely.
Happy 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.#T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Happy checks a leg kick.
Storm is looking to chop away at Happy's legs.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Storm connects with a jab.
Happy dives in and grabs Storm's left leg, looking for a takedown. Storm pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
A low kick lands for Storm.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Happy saw it coming and moves away.
Storm jabs Happy right on the nose. Happy blinks but takes it well.
Happy checks a leg kick.
Storm tries to land a leg kick but Happy saw it coming and moves away.
Happy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Storm can pounce on him.
Storm works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Happy tries for a takedown but Storm sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Happy shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Happy was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Happy tries to move to mount but Storm blocks the move with his legs. #T4#
Happy trying to control the position but Storm is working away.
Storm is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Happy off and has taken his back!
Happy trying to control the action but Storm just sinks the hooks in.
Happy wants to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Storm shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Storm buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Storm feints and then cracks Happy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Happy down.
Happy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Storm. Storm obviously looking to wear him down.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Storm sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Happy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Storm displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
An attempted straight right counter from Storm misses the target.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Storm shows good takedown defense.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
A left lands for Storm.
Storm scores with a jab to the jaw.#TD2#
Happy fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Storm sprawls well initially but Happy persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Storm is staying active underneath Happy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
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!
Happy slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Happy wants to work for an arm triangle but Storm is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T1#
Storm is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Happy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Storm doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Happy. #SUB2#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Storm sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Storm sees it coming and defends easily.
Happy is trying to control. Storm wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Storm 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.
Storm slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nice sprawl there from Storm as Happy shoots in.
Happy dives in and grabs Storm's left leg, looking for a takedown. Storm pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.#T3#
Storm throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Happy decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Storm's guard.
Storm keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Storm tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Happy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Storm manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Happy has Storm in his guard.#REVR#
Storm's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
Happy looking to control.
Storm looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Happy is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Storm advances to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Storm is thwarting Happy's attempts to control the position.
Happy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Storm 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

A very excited looking Lincoln Storm 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: OFK 257 - Chrismas Fight Night     
Date:   Dec 24, 2022
#R1#
Damato with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A big left from Damato misses.
Rocco Damato seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Damato tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Damato clobbers Happy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Happy avoids the body shot from Damato.
Happy ducks under a wild hook from Damato.
Happy keeps the fight on the outside.
Happy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Damato sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Happy somewhat.
Jab, jab by Damato - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Happy shoots in and bounces Damato off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
We've been hearing that Happy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Happy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Happy passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Damato is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Damato is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Happy prevents Damato from improving his position.
Happy is taking a breather. Damato 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.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Damato pushes Happy off, looking to escape but Happy dives into side control. He's locked up a kimura now - that was fast! He's cranking on it and Damato is forced to tap! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anti Happy!
Anti Happy decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 18, 2022
#R1#
Petrov connects with a single shot there.
Happy fails to land the takedown.
Petrov throwing a counter right hand but Happy manages to avoid it.
Petrov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Happy.
Happy looks for a takedown but Petrov sprawls well.
Petrov misses with a head kick.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Petrov is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Petrov circles away and we're back to standing.
Aaron Petrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Petrov lands a jab to the nose.
Aaron Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrov throws a combination. Happy tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Petrov is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Petrov circles away and we're back to standing.
Petrov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Petrov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Happy momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Petrov is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Petrov circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice body punch from Petrov.
Petrov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Happy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Happy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Petrov swivels and escapes.
An attempted straight right counter from Petrov misses the target.#TD2#
Happy decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T1#
Petrov is trying to get back to full guard.
Happy trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Happy maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Petrov could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Happy has cracked it and Petrov is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anti Happy!
Anti Happy decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: CWC Fight Night 7     
Date:   Nov 02, 2022





172 cm
32 yrs
158 lbs



175 cm
37 yrs
154 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Anti Happy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 7 losses; Cicero Verus!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Taro Takaoka.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Verus.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Happy (0) vs (4) Verus
Verus has knee on belly momentarily but Happy bucks him off and regains half guard. #SUB2#
Verus is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Happy is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Verus 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. Happy tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Verus!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Cicero Verus!
Cicero Verus decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 195     
Date:   Oct 19, 2022
#R1##TD2#
Happy throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Wright tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Happy is in Wright 's guard.
Wright keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Wright has his hands on Happy's head, controlling the position.
Happy postures up and lands a big shot to Wright 's brow.
Happy sitting in guard here, content to control.
Happy wants to pass the guard but Wright is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Happy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wright manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Happy has Wright in his guard.#REVR##T1#
Wright won't allow Happy to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wright defends it easily.#SUB2#
Happy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wright defends it easily.
Wright sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Happy's 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.
Happy is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.#SU#
Wright decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Wright lands with a cross.
Wright getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Wright throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Happy's head.#T3#
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Wright as he avoids it easily.
Wright appears to be looking for a big counter.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wright . Happy does a little dance to reset his feet.
No luck for Happy with that takedown attempt.
Wright slips a jab and a cross from Happy.
Wright leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Cleon Wright has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy moves out of range of the strikes.#TD2#
Happy throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Wright tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Happy is in Wright 's guard.
Happy stops Wright from standing up. #T4#
Happy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wright works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Wright tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wright keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Wright holds on and takes a little breather.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wright is on top in guard. #REVR#
Wright has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
Happy working for a triangle but Wright defends it easily. #SUB2#
Happy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cleon Wright dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown but Wright manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Happy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A counter left hand to the body from Wright misses its target.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Wright is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Wright circles away and we're back to standing.
Wright was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#TD2#
Happy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Wright napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Wright tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Happy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Happy goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Wright has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Happy but great work by Wright .
Wright is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Happy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Wright wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Happy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Wright advances to full mount.
Wright blocks Happy's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom. #SU#
Wright is standing up, even though he is in mount. #T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Wright , which made it look bad.
Wright seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Cleon Wright has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Wright keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Wright swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Anti Happy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wright pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Wright stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Wright wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Happy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Wright manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.

Wright wriggles free and stands up. #T2#
A head kick misses from Happy.
Happy with a poor takedown
and Wright cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Happy is breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wright fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Happy on the side of the head.
Happy tries for a takedown but Wright circles away easily
and Wright connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
No luck for Happy with that takedown attempt.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Wright sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
It looked like Wright was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Happy.#T3#
Wright keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A little feinted left hand from Wright on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Happy shoots in but Wright avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Wright is looking to counter punch.
Wright throws a head kick that misses.
Happy walks into a left hand.
Happy shoots and misses
letting Wright counter with a right hand.
Happy tries for a takedown but Wright sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Wright throwing a counter right hand but Happy manages to avoid it.
Happy dives in for a single leg takedown but Wright sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T4#
Wright misses with a straight left.
Wright moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromHappy.
Happy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Happy darts in looking for a takedown but Wright gets double underhooks and turns Happy into the cage.
Wright throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wright moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromHappy.
Nice jab there from Wright .
Happy fails with the takedown#KD#
and Wright counters with a nice right hand that sends Happy toppling to the canvas! Happy scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Wright finish him?!#ROC#Happy is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Happy fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Wright to the ground. Happy is now in Wright 's guard.
Happy is still in real trouble! Can Wright finish him?
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Wright is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Happy seems to have recovered his senses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Wright haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cleon Wright dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Wright pinned against the cage. Wright gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
An attempted straight right counter from Wright misses the target.
Happy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wright circles away.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Wright is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Wright circles away and we're back to standing.
Wright throwing a counter right hand but Happy manages to avoid it.
Cleon Wright has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy shoots for a double leg takedown but Wright sprawls well. He's pushed Happy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Wright was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wright lands a glancing blow to the side of Happy's head.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wright scores with a jab to the head.
Happy avoids the body shot from Wright . #KD#
Wright lands a big right hand that sends Happy crashing to the mat! Wright stays standing though and waves Happy back to his feet!
Cleon Wright is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Wright feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Happy collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Cleon Wright !
A victorious Cleon Wright thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 177     
Date:   Aug 31, 2022
#R1#
Happy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Happy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Bandini leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bandini swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini throws a jab when Happy was well out of range.
Bandini throws a good cross that connects.
Happy shoots and misses
letting Bandini counter with a right hand. #T1#
Bandini throws a right hand that misses
and Happy counters with a left and a right that stings Bandini.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bandini as he avoids it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Bandini. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bandini's coach down at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bandini's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#TD#
Happy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bandini quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Bandini manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Happy staying out of range there.#T2##TD#
Happy drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
An elbow from Happy crashes against the mat.
Happy throwing strikes but Bandini manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #SU2#
Bandini decides to stand up, so the ref orders Happy to his feet.
Happy moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Happy seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Happy goes for a double leg but Bandini avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bandini continues to drive forward.
Happy jumps guard but Bandini turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Happy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bandini's efforts to push away.
Happy keeps control of Bandini as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Happy has Bandini pressed against the cage, preventing Bandini from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Happy with a poor takedown
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Happy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Bandini shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Happy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bandini counters with a left to the body.
Anti Happy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Happy gets the takedown into side control.
Happy grinds an elbow into Bandini's temple.
Bandini wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy wants to control but Bandini is keeping him busy.
Happy working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T4#
Bandini is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Happy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bandini is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bandini wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB#
Happy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Bandini is trying to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mac Bandini dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of Happy's head but Happy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Happy fails with the takedown
and Bandini counters with a right hand to the body.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini cracks Happy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
As Bandini looks to move away, Happy throws a big counter combo but Bandini just gets out of the way.
Happy needs to keep his hands up - Bandini had a free shot at his head there.
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bandini defends it nicely.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Happy avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Bandini doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Happy staying out of range there.
Happy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Happy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Happy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bandini's waist but Bandini gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Happy off to one side.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Happy tries for a takedown but Bandini circles away easily
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Bandini bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Happy manages to avoid it.#T3#
Happy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Happy shoots and misses
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Happy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Happy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini cracks Happy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Bandini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Happy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Bandini shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini misses with a wild body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Bandini. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bandini avoids it really well and circles away.
Happy tries for a takedown but Bandini circles away easily
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mac Bandini showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Happy.
Happy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Happy staying out of range there.
Bandini scores with a hook to the body. Happy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and Happy counters with a one-two to the body.
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bandini pinned against the cage. Bandini gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Bandini misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Bandini, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy misses with a head kick.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bandini avoids it really well and circles away.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Happy avoids it with no problem.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bandini displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy. #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.
Bandini lands with a hook. Happy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Happy shoots and misses
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice sprawl there from Bandini as Happy shoots in.
Bandini keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bandini lands a glancing blow to the side of Happy's head.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T3#
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bandini defends it nicely.
Happy with a poor takedown
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice jab there from Bandini.
Bandini lands a slapping body shot.
Happy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Happy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Happy.
Bandini doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown. Bandini tries to sprawl out of it but Happy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bandini manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Bandini shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt
and Bandini counters with a stiff 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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mac Bandini comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bandini 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 26:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!

Mac Bandini opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

 

Event: CFC 503     
Date:   Jul 30, 2022
#R1##TD#
Jafar gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Happy 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.
Jafar keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Jafar utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Happy looking to pass the guard.
Jafar is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Happy is controlling him.
Jafar keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Jafar is adopting a defensive guard.
Happy not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Happy looking to sit in guard and control but Jafar gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Happy trying to keep a closed guard but Jafar is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Happy working for a triangle but Jafar defends it easily. #SU2#
Jafar stands up and waves to Happy to follow him. #T2##TD#
Happy is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Jafar's half guard.

Jafar kicks off Happy and gets to his feet.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt
and Jafar counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice takedown defense from Jafar. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Jafar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jafar misses with a body shot. #TD#
Happy darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Happy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jafar defending well though. #T3#
Happy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jafar avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Happy.
Happy lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Happy is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Happy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jafar's head.
Happy is looking to take a break and control but Jafar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jafar has managed to free his arm - good work.
Happy is thwarting Jafar's attempts to control the position.
Jafar told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T4#
Happy trying to control the action but Jafar is working from the bottom.
Happy lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Happy takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Happy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Happy trying to control from half guard but Jafar is working away.
Happy performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jafar wants to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Anti Happy 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#
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jafar avoids it really well and circles away.#TD#
Happy looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura but Jafar is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Happy to get the leverage.
Jafar is staying active underneath Happy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Jafar is positioning himself well to prevent Happy advancing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jafar tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.
Happy lands strikes from half guard.#T1#
Happy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Happy wants to take a breather but Jafar is having none of it. #SUB#
Happy seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Jafar has recovered full guard.
Happy throwing strikes from guard but Jafar blocks nicely.
Happy with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Happy drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jafar looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jafar looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jafar! #REVB#
Happy is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jafar's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Still in half guard, Jafar seems content to control.#SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
Happy trying to hold on to Jafar's head to control him but Jafar postures up. #SU2#
Jafar escapes and gets back to his feet.
Jafar misses with a takedown
and Happy counters with a left to the body.
Happy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jafar.#T3#
Happy fails with the takedown
and Jafar counters with a straight right hand.
Happy shoots for a takedown but Jafar saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Jafar shows good takedown defense.
Jafar misses with a body shot.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Jafar shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jafar tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Happy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jafar throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Happy's waist but Happy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jafar off to one side.
Nice takedown defense from Jafar. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Jafar misses with a hook
and Happy counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Happy moves away from the strike by Jafar.
Happy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T4#
Jafar throws a hook to the side of Happy's head but Happy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Happy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Jafar wants to stand up but Happy is controlling him.
Jafar wants to sweep but no luck.
Happy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Happy postures up.
Happy looking to pass the guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy sitting in guard here, content to control.
Happy throws an elbow that misses. Jafar uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Happy's guard. Nice move by Jafar!#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Nuri Jafar will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Jafar throws a poor cross that misses
and Happy counters with a one-two to the body. #TD#
Happy closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Jafar did well to prevent Happy getting side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Happy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Happy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jafar avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Happy.
Happy is trying to control. Jafar wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Happy working Jafar over with strikes.
Jafar avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Happy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy throwing shots but Jafar is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Happy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jafar is just riding it out for now. Happy eventually gives up the hold.
Happy misses with a head shot. Jafar uses the momentum to regain guard. #T1#
Jafar looking for a sweep. Not yet Jafar, not yet.
Happy wants to pass the guard but Jafar is keeping the position.
Happy wants to control from the top but Jafar keeps moving.
Happy scoring with punches to the head and body.
Jafar wants to stand but Happy is controlling the position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Happy trying to control but Jafar is working from the bottom.
Jafar wants to stand and escape but Happy is having none of it.
Happy lands a couple of elbows.
Happy throws an elbow that misses. Jafar uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Happy's guard. Nice move by Jafar!#REVB##SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SU2#
Jafar stands up and waves to Happy to follow him. #CL2#
Jafar closes the distance and clinches. #T3#
Jafar throws a punch but it's blocked by Happy.
Happy is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Jafar gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Jafar tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jafar misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Happy wants the takedown. Jafar is fighting it off but Happy persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Jafar's guard against the cage.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Jafar holds on and takes a little breather.
Happy trying to control but Jafar is working from the bottom. #ES2#
Jafar manages to escape and get back to his feet. #TD#
Jafar gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Happy to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Happy throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
Jafar managing to control the position.
Happy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jafar works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Happy wants to pass the guard but Jafar is keeping the position.
Jafar keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy looking to sit in guard and control but Jafar gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
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!
Happy keeping full guard, as Jafar tries to pass.

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 Anti Happy.
I think Happy 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 Francis DeMontford scores the fight 29:29
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Anti Happy!

A victorious Anti Happy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Nuri Jafar spoke after the fight, saying 'He did not follow the script'.

 

Event: CFC 495: Jimenez v Bang     
Date:   Jun 26, 2022
#R1#
Happy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bremner.
Bremner 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.
Bremner scores with a nice right hand.
Bremner throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Happy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bremner misses with a hook.#TD2#
Happy changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bremner looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Happy is staying tight to Bremner's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SUB2#
Happy tries for a kimura but Bremner is defending well.
Happy working away.
Happy trying to control the position but Bremner is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy is chipping away with strikes.
Bremner struggling a bit here.
The ground and pound from Happy seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Bremner's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bremner is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Happy tries for a kimura but Bremner is defending well.
Happy tries to advance to mount but Bremner denies him.
Bremner is looking for a sweep.
Bremner is working to avoid the ground and pound but Happy connects with a decent elbow.
Bremner stops Happy from passing to mount.
Happy working away.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#T2#
A lull in the action here as Happy stalls from top position.
Happy trying to control the action but Bremner is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Happy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Happy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bremner tries to buck Happy off but Happy is having none of it.
Happy scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bremner to see if he's OK.
Happy fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Bremner is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
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.
Bremner is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Bremner manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Happy is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bremner wants to control but Happy is keeping him busy.
Bremner is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Happy missing with punches from the bottom.
Happy wants to control but Bremner is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bremner trying to control the pace.
Bremner lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Happy is looking for a sweep. Bremner is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Happy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4##SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Bremner wants to work for an arm triangle but Happy is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Happy wants to improve his position but Bremner is controlling well.
Bremner works his way into full mount!
Happy is squirming around, avoiding Bremner's attempts to control the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Bremner goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Happy is on top in guard.
Bremner keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy 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#
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bremner as he jumps to the side.
Bremner throws out a loose jab but Happy uses good head movement to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Bremner.
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Happy slips a jab from Bremner.#TD2#
Happy is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bremner's half guard.
Happy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bremner is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Happy's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Happy's back!
Bremner lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Happy hold on?!
Good control from Bremner.
Happy looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T1#
Happy is in bad spot here.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Happy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Bremner patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Happy trying to control the hands but Bremner breaks the grip. #SUB#
Bremner is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Happy tries to escape but Bremner has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Happy breaks Bremner's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Happy throws a big right hand that misses.
Bremner controls Happy momentarily but Happy frees himself.
Happy landing some decent shots from guard. #T2#
Bremner working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Happy.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Bremner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bremner wants to sweep here but Happy controlling him for the moment.
Happy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Happy lands a couple of elbows.
Happy preventing the sweep.
Happy is stalling in the full guard.
Bremner trying to control the position. #T3#
Happy 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.
Bremner is trying to control the position but Happy postures up.
Happy wants to control from the top but Bremner keeps moving.
Happy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Happy wants to control from the top but Bremner keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Bremner is trying to control the position but Happy postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A big right from Bremner misses.
Happy is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Happy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Happy blocks a jab.
Bremner lands a nice looking body shot.
Happy moves away from the strike by Bremner. #T4#
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Bremner sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jaxon Bremner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Bremner throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Bremner misses its intended target.
Bremner connects with a body shot that sends Happy's belly button to the back.
A big left from Bremner misses.
Bremner misses the shot to the body.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Bremner sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Happy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A countering left hand to the body from Happy misses.
Bremner misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely. #TD2#
Happy looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bremner is pressing down on Happy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Happy cracks Bremner with a solid left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaxon Bremner dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Bremner missing with a left hand there. Happy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Happy tries for a takedown but Bremner sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Happy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bremner misses with a lunging right hand
and Happy counters with a nice uppercut.
Bremner looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Bremner misses with an uppercut.
Bremner uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Bremner throws a body shot but no joy.
Bremner just misses with a punch to the body.
Happy is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bremner scores with a hook.
Happy staying out of range there.
Happy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jaxon Bremner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.#T1#
Bremner throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bremner throws a shot from downtown. Happy moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
Happy shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Bremner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Happy is looking to work some ground and pound but Bremner has wrist control.
Bremner looking to control.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Bremner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Happy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Bremner parries the strikes from Happy easily there. Happy is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bremner to escape.
Bremner takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Happy in side control lands a decent elbow. #T2#
Bremner struggling a bit here.
Happy works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Happy in side control lands a decent elbow.
Happy cracks Bremner with a big right hand but Bremner just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bremner is looking for a sweep.
Bremner managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Happy.
Happy working away.
Bremner manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Happy is doing well to control the position and prevent Bremner from advancing to side control.
Happy is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Bremner stalling.
Bremner wants to lay and pray for a moment but Happy keeps working.
Bremner looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
Bremner tries to pass to full mount but Happy defends it. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Happy is looking to improve his position.
Bremner tries to pass the half guard into mount. Happy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Happy is looking for a sweep. Bremner is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bremner seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Happy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Happy manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Happy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Anti Happy.
I think Happy 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 Francis DeMontford scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anti Happy!

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

 

Event: CFC 487: Tiotio v Neves     
Date:   May 29, 2022
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Happy as Dhelan shoots in.#TD2#
Happy throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dhelan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Happy is in Dhelan's guard.
Happy cracks Dhelan with a solid left hand.
Happy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
It looks like Happy 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.
Dhelan is trying to control the position but Happy postures up.
Dhelan is really struggling to control Happy but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Happy passes into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Happy working the body and head with strikes.
Happy throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T1#
Dhelan is looking to reverse the position.
You can see the frustration on Dhelan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dhelan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Happy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dhelan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Happy's best efforts.
Happy drops an elbow to the side of Dhelan's head. #SUB#
Dhelan actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Dhelan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Happy wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Happy 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.
Dhelan is refusing to be controlled, as Happy sits in half guard.
Dhelan is trying to maintain the position but Happy is very close to passing his half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dhelan sees it coming and defends easily.
Happy lands strikes from half guard.
Happy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Happy winds up and cracks Dhelan with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.
Ground and pound from Happy.
Dhelan trying to hold on to Happy's head to control him but Happy postures up.
Happy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Happy seems to be looking for submissions.
Happy controlling the action here.#T3#
Let's hope that Happy 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.
Dhelan desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Dhelan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Happy's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Happy's back!
Dhelan tries to get the hooks in deep but Happy pushed the leg off.
You can see the frustration on Happy's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Happy just trying to survive but Dhelan is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Dhelan looking to break Happy's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Happy remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dhelan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Happy is trying to break free. #T4##SUB#
Dhelan looking to break Happy's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Happy remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dhelan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Happy rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Happy is looking to improve his position.
Dhelan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Happy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dhelan pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Happy defends it well. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy 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##TD#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dhelan passes into side control.
Dhelan working away.
Dhelan moves into full mount!
Happy working to try and regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dhelan wants to finish this one by submission but Happy is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Dhelan.
Happy is looking to get to half guard.#T1#
Happy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dhelan works his way to his opponent's back. #SUB#
Happy fending off the submission attempt from Dhelan.
Dhelan is hanging on to Happy's back as he tries to escape.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dhelan not allowing Happy to control his hands. #SUB#
Happy defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dhelan's arms. #T2#
Dhelan controlling well, preventing Happy from escaping the position. #SUB#
Happy defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dhelan's arms.
Happy manages to reverse the position and now he's in Dhelan's guard. Nice work there by Happy. #SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Happy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Happy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Happy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Dhelan keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
Happy with a nice head shot there.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Happy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Happy must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Happy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Happy is working Dhelan over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4##SUB#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Happy defends it easily.
Happy wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Happy's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Happy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Happy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Happy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhelan is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Happy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zhan Dhelan dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Dhelan scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

Happy pushes Dhelan off and gets back to his feet.
Dhelan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Happy's waist but Happy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dhelan off to one side. #TD2#
Happy drives through with a takedown into Dhelan'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.
Happy scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Happy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dhelan's head.
Dhelan working a defensive guard here.
Happy is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Happy working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dhelan's head.#T1#
Happy wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Dhelan can't keep his opponent in guard - Happy advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dhelan is not content to let Happy control the position.
Happy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
Dhelan looking to control.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan pulls Happy in close to his closed guard and prevents Happy from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dhelan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Happy is in close to Dhelan's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Happy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Dhelan is pulling down on Happy's head to control his posture.
Happy postures up and lands a big shot to Dhelan's brow.
Happy trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan is adopting a defensive guard.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3#
Happy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Happy's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Happy 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.
Dhelan managing to control the position.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Happy 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.#T4#
Happy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dhelan trying to control from the bottom.
Dhelan works his way to full guard. Good work.
Happy lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle but Happy pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Happy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy forces his way into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anti Happy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Happy 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anti Happy!

Our winner, Anti Happy, 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: CFC 478: Crenshaw v Horiguchi     
Date:   Apr 30, 2022
#R1#
The fighters circling - Bickle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bickle scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bickle tries to clinch but Happy moves out of range.
Bickle connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bickle sprawls well. Bickle wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Bickle with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bickle throws a leg kick that misses.
Happy is looking for a counter combo.
Bickle keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Bickle lands with a hook. Happy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bickle avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bickle stuffs the takedown.
Happy 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.
Happy misses with a takedown
and Bickle counters with a straight right hand.
Bickle fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bickle tries to clinch but Happy is having none of it.
An attempted straight right counter from Happy misses the target.
Bickle connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Happy defending well as Bickle loads up on a big left hand. #T2##CL2#
Bickle closes the distance and clinches.
Bickle fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Happy pulls guard successfully. #SUB#
Happy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bickle can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Happy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bickle can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy keeping moving, preventing Bickle from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Happy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bickle preventing the sweep. #T3##SU2#
Bickle gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD#
Happy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Bickle told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Bickle keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Happy working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Happy throws a big right hand that misses.
Happy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Happy chips away with some ground and pound.
Happy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bickle really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Happy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Happy advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bickle blocking the ground and pound attempt from Happy.
Happy 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.
Bickle has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Happy is working away from the top position though.#T4#
Happy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SU#
Happy escapes and gets back to his feet.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Bickle sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Happy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Happy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bickle connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Happy momentarily.
No luck for Happy with that takedown attempt.
Happy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Bickle dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bickle slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tom Bickle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bickle scores with a jab to the head.
Bickle might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Happy staying out of range there.
Bickle with a nice cross.
Bickle stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bickle wants it to stay on the feet.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Bickle, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Bickle against the cage but Bickle circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Happy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bickle's guard.

Bickle pushes Happy off and scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bickle scores with a punch to the head.#T1#
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown but Bickle manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Happy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Happy gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tom Bickle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Happy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bickle connects with a crisp jab.
Happy checks the leg kick.
Happy ducks right into an uppercut from Bickle. #CL2#
Bickle takes the fight into the clinch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bickle lands a body punch.
Happy blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Bickle has a couple of punches blocked by Happy.
Happy jumps guard but Bickle turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bickle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bickle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bickle misses with an elbow over the top.
Bickle lands a right hand that snaps the head of Happy backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Still in the clinch, Bickle scores with a nice short uppercut.
Happy drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bickle lands a right hand. #TD#
Happy pulls guard effortlessly.
Bickle missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SU2#
Bickle stands up from Happy's guard - Bickle perhaps looking for a knockout.
Bickle fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Happy on the side of the head.#TD#
Happy dives in and scores a takedown into Bickle's guard.#T3#
Happy throwing strikes but missing.
Bickle looking for a sweep. Not yet Bickle, not yet.
Happy wants to control from the top but Bickle keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Happy stopping the sweep attempt from Bickle.
Happy wants to control from the top but Bickle keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Happy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Bickle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bickle is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bickle leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Bickle closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bickle lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Happy.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bickle.
Bickle with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bickle can't find room to land a body shot as Happy controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Bickle showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Happy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bickle to score with a decent uppercut.
Happy dives in and grabs Bickle's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bickle pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
Bickle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bickle has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Happy gets the takedown into side control.
Happy trying to control the action but Bickle is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bickle struggling a bit here.#T1#
Happy landing strikes.
Happy scoring with punches and elbows.
Bickle is not content to let Happy control the position.
Happy lands an elbow. #SUB#
Happy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Happy postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T2#
Happy laying and praying for a moment but Bickle takes advantage and regains half guard.
Happy drops an elbow to the side of Bickle's head.
Happy wants to take a breather but Bickle is having none of it.
Happy throwing shots but Bickle is blocking nicely.
Bickle wants to get back to his feet.
Still in half guard, Happy seems content to control.
Happy drops an elbow to the side of Bickle's head. #T3#
Bickle is trying to stand up here but Happy is controlling him well.
Happy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bickle does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Happy winds up and cracks Bickle with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Bickle controlling the position for now.
Bickle avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Happy. #SUB#
Happy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bickle doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Happy.
Happy wants to control but Bickle is keeping him busy. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Happy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Bickle is looking to control Happy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bickle avoid being mounted?
Happy is trying to control the action in half guard but Bickle is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Happy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Bickle wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Happy is looking to take a break and control but Bickle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anti Happy showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bickle 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Bickle!

 

Event: CFC 471: Phillips vs Xe     
Date:   Mar 30, 2022
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Sagaki or perhaps it was just good defense by Happy, which made it look bad.
Nice takedown defense from Happy. No joy for Sagaki on that attempt. #TD#
Happy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Sagaki manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Happy trying to control but Sagaki is working from the bottom.
Happy postures up in Sagaki's guard and throws a big left but Sagaki blocks it.
Sagaki managing to control the position.
Happy cracks Sagaki with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sagaki is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Happy is fighting to break Sagaki's control of his arms but Sagaki is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Happy sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sagaki managing to control the position.
Happy slips nicely into half guard.
Happy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sagaki trying to control from the bottom.
Sagaki regains full guard. Nicely done.
We've been hearing that Happy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Happy trying to control but Sagaki is working from the bottom.
Happy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Sagaki keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Happy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Happy chips away with some ground and pound.
Happy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Happy throwing strikes but missing.
Happy trying to control but Sagaki is working from the bottom.
Happy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Happy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sagaki pulls Happy in to control the position. #T3#
Happy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Happy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sagaki keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Happy drives through with a takedown into Sagaki's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Sagaki manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
A short uppercut from Happy. #BC#
Happy manages to break the clinch.
Happy leaves Sagaki with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Anti Happy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takumi Sagaki.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Sagaki sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sagaki shoots in but Happy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sagaki throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Happy's waist but Happy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sagaki off to one side.
Happy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Sagaki manages to circle out of the way.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Happy looks for a takedown but Sagaki sprawls well.#T4#
Sagaki keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sagaki gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Happy to counter with a crisp jab.
Sagaki will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sagaki changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Happy tries to avoid it but Sagaki manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Happy to the ground. Happy escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Sagaki gets tackled into the cage by Happy. Happy maintains the clinch.
Happy tries to pull guard but Sagaki holds him up against the cage and eventually Happy drops back down to his feet. #BC#
Happy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sagaki shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Happy as he jumps to the side.
Sagaki will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Happy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
No luck for Sagaki with that takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Sagaki darts in looking for a takedown but Happy gets double underhooks and turns Sagaki into the cage.
Happy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sagaki can do to turn this around?
Sagaki tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Happy swivels and escapes.
Sagaki darts in looking for a takedown but Happy gets double underhooks and turns Sagaki into the cage.
Happy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Anti Happy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takumi Sagaki.
Sagaki shoots in looking for a takedown. Happy tries to sprawl out of it but Sagaki keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Happy manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A thudding body kick lands there by Happy! #TD#
Happy closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Sagaki has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Happy is on him like a limpet, forcing Sagaki back against the cage.
Sagaki is trying to break free.
Happy lands a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Sagaki escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD2#
Sagaki scores with a takedown into Happy's guard.

Happy pushes Sagaki off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T1#
Happy misses with a wild combination.
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Sagaki misses with a takedown attempt
and Sagaki takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Happy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Happy misses with a leg kick. #TD#
Happy shoots in and gets a takedown into Sagaki's guard.

Sagaki pushes Happy off and scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sagaki has his takedown stuffed
and Happy counters with a good low kick that Sagaki was not able to check.
A cross from Happy lands.
Happy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Sagaki shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Happy is trying to defend but Sagaki finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
My spies in HELLsinki inform me that Sagaki has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sagaki is breathing heavily.#T2##SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
Happy wants to control but Sagaki is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Sagaki moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Happy.#SUB2#
Sagaki goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Happy rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Sagaki's guard! Nice work there by Happy!
Sagaki preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sagaki utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Happy would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T3#
Happy wants to pass the guard but Sagaki is keeping the position.
Sagaki pulls Happy in close to his closed guard and prevents Happy from doing any damage or advancing position.
Happy throws a strike but Sagaki rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB2#
Sagaki drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Happy dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Happy wants to control from the top but Sagaki keeps moving.
Happy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sagaki trying to keep a closed guard but Happy is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Sagaki managing to control the position.
Happy scoring with punches to the head and body.
Happy wants to control from the top but Sagaki keeps moving.
Happy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sagaki 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#
Happy tries to get to full guard but Sagaki has control of the leg.
Happy moves into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Sagaki. #SUB2#
Sagaki is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Happy has escaped the position, nice work there.
Happy is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sagaki working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Happy is trying to control Sagaki's posture but Sagaki avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Sagaki is controlling him well.#T1##SUB2#
Sagaki wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Happy, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Sagaki swings around for an armbar but Happy sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Sagaki's guard.
Happy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Happy trying to control but Sagaki is working from the bottom. #SU#
Happy stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Happy!
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Sagaki tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Happy swivels and escapes.
Happy works the jab nicely.
Sagaki shoots in and drives through. Happy sprawls well.
Sagaki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Happy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sagaki is looking for the big counter here.#T2#
No luck for Sagaki with that takedown attempt.
Anti Happy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takumi Sagaki.
Sagaki showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Happy.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sagaki closes this distance looking for a takedown but Happy circles away.
No luck for Sagaki with that takedown attempt.
Sagaki goes for a double leg but Happy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Happy continues to drive forward.
Sagaki tries to score a power double leg takedown but Happy sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sagaki somewhat.
Takumi Sagaki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Happy.
A punch combination from Happy misses. #T3#
Sagaki shoots in but no luck this time.
As Sagaki looks to move away, Happy throws a big counter combo but Sagaki just gets out of the way.#TD#
Sagaki tries to sprawl but Happy drives through with a takedown into half guard.

Sagaki kicks Happy off and gets back to his feet.#TD#
Happy closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The ground and pound from Happy seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Sagaki managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Happy.
Happy in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Happy lands a few punches from side control.
Happy 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. #SUB#
Happy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sagaki is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sagaki regains half guard there - taking advantage of Happy's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T4#
Sagaki keeping control of the position.
Anti Happy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB#
Happy 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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sagaki manages to regain full guard. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anti Happy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Happy 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anti Happy!

A relieved looking Anti Happy 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 142 | Fire Trudeau     
Date:   Feb 27, 2022
#R1#
Keenan Jr throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range.
Happy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Keenan Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Keenan Jr keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Gareth Keenan Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Keenan Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Happy 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.#CL2#
Keenan Jr has taken the fight to the clinch.
Keenan Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Happy.
Happy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Keenan Jr just stands there and leans against the cage.
Happy prevents a body shot from Keenan Jr.
Keenan Jr tries to throw a body punch but Happy avoids it by throwing Keenan Jr back against the cage.
Happy is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Keenan Jr pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Keenan Jr tries a body shot but Happy blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Keenan Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keenan Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
Happy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Keenan Jr is keeping busy.
Keenan Jr scores with a shot to the side of Happy's head. #BC2#
Keenan Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Keenan Jr circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
Keenan Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
Keenan Jr misses the shot to the body.
Keenan Jr throws a series of punches but Happy avoids them all with ease.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Keenan Jr throws a head kick that misses.
Happy misses with a low kick.
Happy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A little jabbing left from Keenan Jr on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Keenan Jr works Happy's body with a nice hook.
Happy dives in for a single leg takedown but Keenan Jr sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#BC2#
Keenan Jr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Keenan Jr has Happy up against the cage in a clinch.
Happy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Happy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Keenan Jr smiles and moves away. #T2#
Keenan Jr throws a series of punches but Happy moves out of range.
Keenan Jr swats away the attempt to clinch by Happy.
Keenan Jr throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Happy tries to clinch up but Keenan Jr circles away and keeps his distance.
Keenan Jr cracks Happy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Happy throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Keenan Jr clinches up against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Happy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Keenan Jr.
Happy has Keenan Jr pressed against the cage, preventing Keenan Jr from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Keenan Jr tries a body shot but Happy blocks it.
Happy drops down looking for an ankle pick but Keenan Jr pulls his leg out and moves away.
Keenan Jr throws a jab when Happy was well out of range.#T3#
Happy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Keenan Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Happy takes one on the button.
Keenan Jr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Happy at a distance.
Keenan Jr misses with a body shot.
Keenan Jr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Keenan Jr misses with a few strikes there.
Happy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Keenan Jr is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Happy rather than just go for the knockout.
Keenan Jr scoring well with a low kick there.
A left and a right from Happy both land. Nice combination.
Happy tries a head kick but it misses.
Keenan Jr moves into range and connects with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Keenan Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Keenan Jr. Happy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Happy avoids the body shot from Keenan Jr.
Happy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Keenan Jr.#T4#
Keenan Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Happy circles away.
Happy feinted with a counter takedown.
Keenan Jr lands a body shot. #CL2#
Happy gets tackled into the cage by Keenan Jr. Keenan Jr maintains the clinch.
Keenan Jr misses with some punches.
Happy can't find room to land a body shot as Keenan Jr controls the action. #BC2#
Keenan Jr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A big left from Keenan Jr misses.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt. #CL2#
Keenan Jr closes the distance and clinches.
Keenan Jr tries to circle away but Happy has him pinned against the cage.
Happy has Keenan Jr pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Keenan Jr manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Keenan Jr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Happy looking to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gareth Keenan Jr dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Keenan Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Happy.
Happy shoots in but Keenan Jr avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Happy throws a right and a left that Keenan Jr avoids nicely.
Keenan Jr wants to counter with a clinch but Happy pushes him away.
Happy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Happy attempts a counter takedown but Keenan Jr avoids it well and moves away.
Keenan Jr throws a head kick that misses.
Happy feinted with a counter takedown.
Happy scores with a three punch combo!
Keenan Jr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Keenan Jr pushes Happy up against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Happy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Keenan Jr is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Keenan Jr circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keenan Jr throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Happy counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Happy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Happy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Happy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Keenan Jr 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##T1#
Happy is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Keenan Jr moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Happy.
Keenan Jr is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Happy is trying to get back to half guard.
Happy wants to control but Keenan Jr postures up.
Happy is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Happy is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Keenan Jr decides to stand up, so the ref orders Happy to his feet.
Keenan Jr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Keenan Jr jabs Happy right on the nose. Happy blinks but takes it well.#CL2#
Keenan Jr has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Keenan Jr manages to break the clinch.
Happy shoots for a takedown but Keenan Jr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Keenan Jr 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.
Happy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Happy is defended easily by Keenan Jr.
Keenan Jr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Keenan Jr moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jab, jab by Keenan Jr - just one landing.
Keenan Jr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Happy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Danga de danga de dang - Happy scores with a four punch combination!#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Happy goes for a double leg but Keenan Jr avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Keenan Jr continues to drive forward.
Keenan Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Happy controls his hands.
Keenan Jr lands a shot to the body.
A short body shot lands from Keenan Jr as the two fighters clinch.
Keenan Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Happy controls his hands.
Happy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Keenan Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Happy slowing the pace effectively.
Keenan Jr lands with a light punch inside.
Happy prevents a body shot from Keenan Jr.
Happy blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Keenan Jr.
Keenan Jr scores with a hook to the body.
Happy is trying to pull guard but Keenan Jr has him pressed against the cage.
Happy has Keenan Jr pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Keenan Jr manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Keenan Jr lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Keenan Jr lands a hook that snaps the head of Happy backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gareth Keenan Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Keenan Jr connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Keenan Jr throws a sloppy head kick and Happy moves out of range easily.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Keenan Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Keenan Jr misses the shot to the body.
Happy tries to counter with a takedown but Keenan Jr is quick to defend against it.
Happy misses with a head kick.
Keenan Jr looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Happy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Keenan Jr wants to slow Happy down by chopping away at his legs.
Keenan Jr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nice body punch from Keenan Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keenan Jr misses with a hook.
Happy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Keenan Jr.
Happy moves out of range of the body kick.
Keenan Jr darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Keenan Jr scores with a crisp jab that stopped Happy in his tracks.
Keenan Jr's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Keenan Jr duly obliges.
Keenan Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Keenan Jr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Happy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Keenan Jr misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Happy counters with a takedown into side control.
Keenan Jr 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.
Keenan Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Happy is trying to move to mount but Keenan Jr reverses beautifully and ends up in Happy's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but Keenan Jr defends easily. #SUB#
Happy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Keenan Jr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Keenan Jr manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Happy being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Keenan Jr passes into side control.
Happy tries to improve position but can't.
Keenan Jr moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Happy is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Happy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Happy is nestled in close to Keenan Jr, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Gareth Keenan Jr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Keenan Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Happy trying to control the action but Keenan Jr is working from the bottom.
Keenan Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Happy trying to control from Keenan Jr's half guard. Keenan Jr has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Happy throws a strike but Keenan Jr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but Keenan Jr defends easily. #T4#
Happy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Keenan Jr sitting in guard here, content to control.
Keenan Jr must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Happy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Keenan Jr's guard. #REVR#
Happy throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Happy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Happy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Happy looking to sit in guard and control but Keenan Jr gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Happy has an active guard here but Keenan Jr has managed to pass into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gareth Keenan Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Keenan Jr 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gareth Keenan Jr!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Gareth Keenan Jr waved his t-shirt featuring FUClothing's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: SFL 137 | Aloha     
Date:   Feb 09, 2022
#R1#
Happy shoots in for a takedown but River shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Happy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling River to score with a decent uppercut.
Bert River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from River misses.
A head kick by River misses #TD2#
and Happy counters with a shoot takedown. River fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Happy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Happy connects with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but River defends easily.
Happy controls River momentarily but River frees himself. #T1#
Happy keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Happy looking for a sweep. Not yet Happy, not yet. #SUB2#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. River is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Happy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and River defends well.
River working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Happy's head.
Happy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Happy keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Happy controls River momentarily but River frees himself. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
River trying to control but Happy is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. River is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Happy has an active guard here but River has managed to pass into half guard.
River trying to control from half guard but Happy is working away.
River looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
River controlling the pace.
Happy wants to improve his position but River is controlling well. #SUB2#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Happy wants to get back to full guard.
Happy regains full guard. Nicely done.
River trying to control but Happy is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Happy working for submissions but it's allowed River to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River is trying to control the action in half guard but Happy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
River is looking for a kimura but Happy is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for River to get the leverage.
Happy wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
Happy taking some punishment here, with River in his half guard.
Happy trying to control but River postures up. #T4#
Happy tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg.
Happy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Happy wants to control but River is keeping busy.
Happy is controlling River's trapped leg to prevent River from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
Happy on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Happy has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bert River 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#
Happy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and River connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Happy scrambles back to his feet.
Happy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
River lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Happy at a distance.
Happy tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.
River thumps Happy with a low kick.#CL#
River gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
River tries to work over Happy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
River misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Happy is looking to control River's arms but River gets an underhook and turns him. Now Happy has his back to the cage.
Happy is trying to pull guard but River turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
River misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
River gets through Happy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for River.
Happy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. River just stands there and leans against the cage.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
River jumps guard. #SUB#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
River tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Happy throwing strikes from guard but River blocks nicely.
Happy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Happy controls the pace.
River keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Bert River overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
Happy is working River over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Happy content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because River has locked up a guillotine! River's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Happy is holding on here and River must be using up a lot of energy. Happy has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! River gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bert River!
Bert River seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: SFL 127 | New Years Massacre     
Date:   Dec 31, 2021
#R1#
Happy misses with a two punch combination.
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sor pinned against the cage. Sor gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD2#
Happy closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Happy lands in his opponent's guard.
Happy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sor avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy lands a couple of elbows.
Happy wants to control from the top but Sor keeps moving.
Sor utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sor working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Happy. #T1#
Sor utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Happy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Happy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Happy wants to control from the top but Sor keeps moving.
Happy throwing strikes from guard but Sor blocks nicely.
Happy wants to control from the top but Sor keeps moving.
Sor is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Happy is controlling him.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Happy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Happy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Happy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sor preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #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.
Happy throws a big right hand that misses.
Happy forces his way into half guard.
Sor won't allow Happy to pass to mount.
Happy is controlling the pace.
Happy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Happy trying to control the pace.
Happy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Happy is trying to control. Sor wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Happy winds up and cracks Sor with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Happy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Happy lands with a punch from half guard.
Happy moves nicely into side control.
Happy sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Sor is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Sor on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Happy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Happy scoring with punches from side control.
Sor is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Happy throws a strike aimed at the side of Sor's head but Sor avoids it well.#T4#
Happy working the head and body with strikes.
Happy misses with the ground and pound.
Happy landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy tries to score with some ground and pound. Sor controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Happy in side control, throwing shots but Sor defends.
Happy lands an elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sor avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Happy.
Sor defending against the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Happy throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Happy trying to control the action but Sor is working from the bottom.
Happy scores with a couple of short elbows.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Happy scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ROC2#Sor is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Happy scores with a big shot! Sor's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Sor! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anti Happy!
Anti Happy thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: SFL 119 | Womba vs Murhapuro     
Date:   Nov 28, 2021
#R1#
Ford lands the left hand.
Ford tries to bum rush Happy with a series of wild strikes but Happy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ford jabs Happy to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD2#
Happy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Happy showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ford has managed to free his arm - good work.
Happy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ford defending well though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ford won't allow Happy to pass to mount.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Happy lands a nice short elbow.
Happy wants to free his trapped foot but Ford is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Happy uses his free foot to push down on Ford's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ford.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Happy landing strikes from the mount.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#T1#
Happy sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Ford is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at FIGHT FOUNDERS (CA), so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Ford tries to hold on but Happy postures up.
Happy postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Ford looks a forlorn figure.
Happy wants to control the action but instead Ford gets a body lock and reverses into Happy's guard! Nice work!
Ford preventing the sweep.
Happy wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Ford is now in half guard.
Happy trying to control from the bottom.
Happy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Happy throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ford uses it to pass to side control. #T2#
Ford controls the position.
Happy is looking for a sweep.
Happy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Happy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Happy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ford's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ford's back!
Ford has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Happy.#SUB2#
Ford defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Happy's arms.
Happy throws a series of strikes and Ford wriggles onto his back, so he's now mounted. He's in real trouble here.
Happy trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Happy thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Ford holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Happy tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Happy cracks Ford with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #T4#
Happy thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Happy throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Ford because Happy loaded up on that one.
Happy lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
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!
Happy looking to finish with strikes here!
Ford is wriggling around trying to escape.
Happy throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Happy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ford is looking to escape.
Happy is stalling here but it's allowed Ford to get half guard. #SUB2#
Happy seems to be looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
That's time! Ford's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Happy fails with the takedown.
Nice takedown defense from Ford. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Ford lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Happy blocks a head kick by Ford.
Happy feints the counter takedown.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Ford, which made it look bad.
Landon Ford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Ford throws a head kick that Happy semi-blocks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ford throws a hook to the side of Happy's head but Happy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ford fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Happy checks it well.
Happy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ford throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Ford turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ford connects with a leg kick.
Happy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Happy checks the leg kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Ford is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Ford sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown. Ford tries to sprawl out of it but Happy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ford manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ford is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Ford circles away and we're back to standing.
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ford defends well and Happy ends up having to push Ford into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ford lands with a hook. Happy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Happy slips under a jab.
Happy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ford uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Ford takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
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!
Ford attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Happy feints the counter takedown.#T3#
Ford throws a jab but it's blocked by Happy.
Anti Happy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ford dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ford connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Happy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Happy dodges the punch combination from Ford.
Landon Ford is winning the standup battle so far.
Ford misses with a body shot.
Ford feints and then cracks Happy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Happy down.
A head kick from Ford lands but Happy takes it in his stride.
Happy goes for a double leg but Ford avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ford continues to drive forward.#T4#
Ford throws a hook but Happy avoids it easily.
Happy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ford is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Happy tries for a takedown but Ford circles away easily
enabling Ford to counter with a crisp jab.
Ford is looking to land body kicks.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown. Ford tries to sprawl out of it but Happy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ford manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ford as he jumps to the side.
Happy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
No luck for Happy with that takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Landon Ford 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#
Happy walks into a straight right hand from Ford.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy dives in for a single leg takedown but Ford sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Ford goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Landon Ford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy dives in and grabs Ford's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ford pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
A low kick from Ford is predictable there #TD2#
and Happy counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Ford has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Happy is on him like a limpet, forcing Ford back against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A left hand lands to the body for Ford.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ford lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Happy or not. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ford. #BC#
Ford's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ford stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ford wants it to stay on the feet.
Ford throwing a counter right hand but Happy manages to avoid it.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Ford swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Ford pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Happy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ford darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ford connects with a good right hand that stumbles Happy. Happy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Ford lands with an overhand left.
Happy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ford finds it's way round the side to connect with Happy's head.
Ford fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Happy has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ford throws a front kick that sends Happy stumbling back into the cage.
Ford throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Happy steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Ford. That one must have hurt.#T3#
Nice sprawl there from Ford as Happy shoots in.
Happy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ford's waist but Ford gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Happy off to one side.
Ford misses with a few strikes there.
Happy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ford.
Ford throws a jab when Happy was well out of range.
Ford throws a jab when Happy was well out of range.
Ford looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ford throws a series of punches but Happy avoids them all with ease.
Happy feints the counter takedown.
Ford lands a nice looking kick to the body. Happy takes a step back to recover.
Ford scores with a decent looking hook.#T4#
Ford throws the kick towards the body but Happy avoids it.
Happy misses with a takedown
and Ford counters with an inside leg kick.
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ford defends well and Happy ends up having to push Ford into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Ford. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy with a poor takedown
and Ford counters with a nice kick to the body.
Landon Ford is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ford thumps Happy with a low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ford.
Ford feints and then cracks Happy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Happy down.
Ford scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!

And that's the end of the fight!
Landon Ford showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ford 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:26
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:26
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Landon Ford!

Landon Ford gave a mention to SMESH Nutrition 160Q in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: SFL 112 | Boss Level     
Date:   Nov 03, 2021
#R1##CL#
Happy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Joteel, pushing him back against the cage.
Happy wants a takedown but no success here. #TD#
Happy jumps guard and drags Joteel to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Happy has Joteel pulled in close to control his posture.
Joteel controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Happy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy looking for a sweep. Not yet Happy, not yet. #SUB#
Happy throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Joteel escapes and throws Happy's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Joteel is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Happy's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Happy can't do much from the bottom here.
Joteel tries to advance to mount but can't.
Happy is trying to get back to half guard.
Happy manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Joteel slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
Joteel keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Happy is looking for a sweep. Joteel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Happy is looking to improve his position. #T2##SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Joteel seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Happy is trying to control but can't.
Happy is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Joteel tries to pass the half guard into mount. Happy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Joteel in particular looking to stall.
Happy tries to roll over but Joteel keeps him under control.
Joteel is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #T3#
Joteel prevents Happy from getting the reversal.
Joteel looking to control and managing it successfully.
Happy is wriggling around trying to escape.
Joteel wants to control the pace but Happy is squirming around nicely.
Happy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Joteel looking to control and managing it successfully.
Happy tries to reverse the position but Joteel maintains control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Joteel looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Joteel looking to control but Happy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Happy is trying to escape the mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Joteel looking to control but Happy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Happy tries to reverse the position but Joteel maintains control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jacque Joteel dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Happy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Joteel's waist but Joteel gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Happy off to one side.
Joteel paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Happy slips under a jab.
Happy feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Joteel gets caught flat footed, as Happy shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Joteel is wriggling around but Happy manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
Joteel is doing well to control the position and prevent Happy from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy is thwarting Joteel's attempts to control the position.
Joteel looks like he's trying to stand up. #T1#
Happy content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Joteel slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Happy trying to control but Joteel is working from the bottom.
Happy is in close to Joteel's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Happy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Happy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Happy trying to control but Joteel is working from the bottom.
Joteel wants to stand but Happy is controlling the position.
Happy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Happy throwing strikes from guard but Joteel blocks nicely.
Joteel managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Happy checks a low kick from Joteel.
Happy drops down looking for a counter takedown but Joteel sprawls and moves away.
Happy dives in and grabs Joteel's left leg, looking for a takedown. Joteel pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
Joteel looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Happy with a poor takedown
letting Joteel counter with a right hand.
Happy keeps the fight on the outside.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Joteel avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Joteel moves into the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Joteel.
Joteel lands a left hand. #TD#
Happy has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Joteel uses from the top position.
Joteel 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. #T4##SUB#
Joteel avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Joteel pushes his legs off easily.
Joteel must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Joteel passes into half guard.
Joteel passes to full mount!
Joteel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Joteel controlling from mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy tries to hold on but Joteel pushes him away.
Happy regains half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Joteel perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jacque Joteel showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Joteel leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Joteel looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Joteel connects with a looping right hand.
Joteel stuffs the takedown.
Happy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Joteel to score with a decent uppercut.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Joteel sprawls well. Joteel wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joteel lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1#
Joteel defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Happy.
Joteel connects with a jab.
A shot to the liver by Joteel. Beautiful body shot.
Crunch! Joteel slams his shin into Happy's torso.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Joteel is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Joteel circles away and we're back to standing.
Joteel throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sloppy strikes from Joteel. Those never looked like landing.
Joteel avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Joteel doesn't manage to clinch there - Happy circles away.
Jacque Joteel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Nice takedown defense from Joteel. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Joteel connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Joteel connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Happy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Joteel.
Happy attempts a counter takedown but Joteel avoids it well and moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Joteel. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Joteel lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Happy at a distance.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Joteel is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Joteel circles away and we're back to standing.
Joteel fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Joteel lands a front kick.#T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Joteel.
Happy shoots in but no luck this time.
Joteel lands a nice shot that snaps Happy's head back.
Joteel looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Happy tries to counter with a takedown but Joteel is quick to defend against it.
Joteel misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Happy appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Joteel lands a jab to the head.
Happy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Joteel counters with a flying knee. Nice. #ROC2#Happy is rocked!
Happy blocks a head kick by Joteel.
Happy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Happy there as he acknowledges the shot.
Oh Happy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Happy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Joteel counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Happy thinking.
Happy seems to have got his legs back now.
Joteel fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Happy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Joteel connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Happy scrambles back to his feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Joteel connects with an inside leg kick.
Anti Happy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jacque Joteel comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Joteel 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 26:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 26:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jacque Joteel!

A very excited looking Jacque Joteel 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 105 | Vikings Are Emerging     
Date:   Oct 03, 2021
#R1#
Tomcic lands with a right hand.
We've been told by Tomcic's head coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tomcic stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Tomcic. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy misses with the combination.
Tomcic falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Happy counters with a single leg into guard. Tomcic didn't expect that.
Tomcic pulls Happy in to control the position.
Happy trying to control but Tomcic is working from the bottom.
Tomcic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tomcic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tomcic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Happy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Happy wants to get up but he can't break Tomcic's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomcic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Happy preventing the sweep. #T1#
Happy wants to control from the top but Tomcic keeps moving.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tomcic working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tomcic throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Happy counters with a takedown into side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Happy.
Tomcic avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Happy.
Tomcic wants to control but Happy postures up.
Tomcic takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Tomcic is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Happy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tomcic, who protects the arm well. #T2#
Happy tries to move to mount but Tomcic blocks the move with his legs.
Tomcic is trying to improve his position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
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.
Happy misses with the ground and pound.
Happy tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Tomcic manages to work his way to half guard, despite Happy's best efforts.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Happy is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tomcic manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomcic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tomcic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Happy is one step ahead there.
Happy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Tomcic is trying to control the position but Happy postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tomcic is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Happy working for a triangle but Tomcic defends it easily.
Tomcic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Happy's guard. #T4#
Tomcic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Happy manages to get to full guard.
Tomcic wants to get up but he can't break Happy's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Tomcic stands up out of Happy's guard for a moment - Happy manages to land a nice upkick.
Tomcic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Happy is keeping the position for now.
Tomcic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Happy working for a triangle but Tomcic defends it easily.
Tomcic would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tomcic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tomcic wants it to stay on the feet.
Tomcic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Happy manages to avoid it.
Happy with the counter takedown but Tomcic avoids it easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tomcic throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Vladimir Tomcic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
A jab from Tomcic does it's job there.
Tomcic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tomcic swings for the body but Happy moves out of range.
Happy goes for a double leg but Tomcic avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tomcic continues to drive forward.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tomcic takes a swing at Happy's ribcage but misses.
Happy defending well as Tomcic loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Happy with the counter takedown but Tomcic avoids it easily.
Vladimir Tomcic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tomcic digs a good hook to Happy's body. #TD2#
Happy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Tomcic!
Tomcic is looking to reverse the position.
A control attempt from Tomcic but he's now mounted!
Tomcic is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tomcic gets back to half guard.
Tomcic is not content to let Happy control the position.
Tomcic tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.
Happy trying to control the action but Tomcic is working from the bottom. #T2#
Tomcic is looking for a sweep. Happy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tomcic trying to control but Happy postures up.
Tomcic keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Happy trying to control the action but Tomcic is working from the bottom.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tomcic has his hands clasped together around Happy's back. He's all about the action.
Happy is keen to just control but Tomcic is a slippery customer.
Tomcic is looking to control Happy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tomcic avoid being mounted?
Tomcic gets back to full guard. #T3#
Happy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tomcic is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy throws a right hand that Tomcic ducks under and follows up with a left that Tomcic also avoids with ease.
Tomcic is looking to wear down Happy with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tomcic thuds his right hand into Happy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Happy looks for a takedown but Tomcic sprawls well.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tomcic as he avoids it easily.
Tomcic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomcic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T4#
Happy tests Tomcic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tomcic misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely.
Nice cross by Tomcic.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy is breathing heavily.
Tomcic throws a head kick but Happy moves out of range.
Tomcic tries a low kick but Happy avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Happy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tomcic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Nice sprawl there from Tomcic as Happy shoots in.
Happy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tomcic misses with an uppercut. Happy saw that one coming.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Tomcic pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Tomcic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A head kick by Tomcic misses #TD2#
and Happy counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Tomcic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Happy stopping the sweep attempt from Tomcic.
Tomcic controlling Happy's posture.
Happy throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic looking to control.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tomcic holds on and takes a little breather.
Tomcic keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T1#
Happy being controlled here momentarily.
Happy looking to pass the guard.
Tomcic keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tomcic throws an overhand right that lands on Happy's shoulder, as Happy tries to avoid the shot.
Tomcic jabs Happy right on the nose. Happy blinks but takes it well.
Tomcic misses with a straight right.
Tomcic misses with a looping left.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tomcic but Tomcic pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Tomcic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Vladimir Tomcic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.#T2#
Tomcic cracks Happy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tomcic connects with an inside leg kick.
Happy throws a right hand that Tomcic ducks under and follows up with a left that Tomcic also avoids with ease.
Jab by Tomcic.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Happy slips under a jab.
Happy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tomcic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomcic throws a head kick but Happy moves out of range.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Happy moves away from the strike by Tomcic.
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tomcic defends it nicely.#T3#
Tomcic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Happy misses the shot to the body.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tomcic but Tomcic pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tomcic throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Happy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tomcic tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.
Happy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tomcic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tomcic is pressing down on Happy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tomcic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Happy.
Happy preventing the sweep.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tomcic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Happy is looking to work some ground and pound but Tomcic has wrist control.
Tomcic looking to control.
Tomcic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Happy being controlled here momentarily.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tomcic throws out a loose jab but Happy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tomcic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Tomcic gets caught flat footed, as Happy shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomcic looking 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 Vladimir Tomcic.
I think Tomcic 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 Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vladimir Tomcic!

An out of breath and clearly excited Vladimir Tomcic thanked Conviction for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: SFL 96 | Powerful Auspices     
Date:   Aug 29, 2021
#R1#
Happy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Happy scores with a takedown into Baird's guard.
Happy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Baird wants to hit a sweep here but Happy passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Baird there!
Happy throws a wild left hand from mount and Baird manages to wriggle his way back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy wants to stand up but Baird has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Happy throwing shots but Baird is blocking nicely. #T1#
Happy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Baird's head.
Baird gets full guard.
Happy stands up over Baird, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Happy wants to pass the guard but Baird is keeping the position.
Happy postures up in Baird's guard and throws a big left but Baird blocks it.
Happy wants to control from the top but Baird keeps moving.
Happy works over Baird with some ground and pound from guard.
Happy wants to control from the top but Baird keeps moving.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Baird holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
Baird utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Happy wants to control from the top but Baird keeps moving.
Baird preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Baird managing to control the position.
Baird not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Baird jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Happy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
A little feinted left hand from Baird on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Happy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A jab from Baird misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baird. Happy does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Happy 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.
Happy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Happy wants to control from the top but Baird keeps moving.
Happy is looking to work some ground and pound but Baird has wrist control.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Baird is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Happy forces his way into half guard.
Baird regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Happy.
Happy distracts Baird with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Baird has momentary wrist control but Happy slips an elbow through the middle.
Happy trying to control but Baird is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy is looking to work some ground and pound but Baird has wrist control.
Happy is looking to work some ground and pound but Baird has wrist control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Happy slips a straight right by Baird.
Baird ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Happy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Happy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Happy is defended easily by Baird.
The fighters circling - Baird throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt
and Baird counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Corey Baird has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baird.
Happy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Baird defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Happy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Baird quickly recovers to half guard.
Baird regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Happy.
Baird is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Happy not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Happy trying to control but Baird is working from the bottom.
Happy is fighting to break Baird's control of his arms but Baird is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Happy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Baird works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Happy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Happy moves forwards but Baird connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Corey Baird is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Happy just misses with a punch to the body.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Baird listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Baird misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Happy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Well, if Happy is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB2#
Happy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Happy missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Baird blocking the ground and pound attempt from Happy.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Happy trying to control the action but Baird is working from the bottom.
Baird wants to control but Happy is keeping busy.
Baird keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Baird is not content to let Happy control the position.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Baird pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD2#
Happy shoots in for a takedown and gets it.

Baird makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Baird scores with a body shot.
Happy looks to land a combination but Baird avoids it well.
Baird misses with a body shot.
Baird throws out a powerful jab.
Baird loads up on a big right hand but Happy slips the punch.
Happy shoots and misses
and Baird counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Corey Baird dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Happy needs to keep his hands up - Baird had a free shot at his head there.
Baird punishes Happy's body with a nice straight punch.
Happy tries to clinch but Baird moves out of range.
Baird looks to throw the jab but Happy is out of range.
Baird looks to land a right hand but Happy moved out of range.#TD2#
Baird gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Happy looking to sit in guard and control but Baird gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SU#
Baird gets to his feet - Happy follows without any prompting.
Happy throws a body kick that misses
and Baird cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Baird throws a jab but it's blocked by Happy.
Happy wants to counter the offense by Baird and move into the clinch position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Happy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Baird!
Happy lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T1#
Happy trying to control the action but Baird is working from the bottom.
Happy might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Baird haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Happy throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Baird tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Baird parries the strikes from Happy easily there. Happy is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Baird to escape. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Baird avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Happy.
Happy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Baird keeps working.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Happy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Happy controls the position from side control.
Happy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Baird keeps working. #T3#
Happy cracks Baird with a big elbow.
Happy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Baird is looking to regain half guard here but Happy keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Happy swings around for an armbar but Baird sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Happy's guard.
Baird would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU#
Baird gets to his feet - Happy follows without any prompting.
Baird connects with a good right hand that stumbles Happy. Happy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Happy avoids the body shot from Baird.
Corey Baird seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baird wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4#
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Baird misses the target.
Baird misses with a wild combination. #TD2#
Happy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Baird manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Happy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Baird keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.

And that's the end of the fight!
Corey Baird showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Baird 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Corey Baird!

Corey Baird thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: SFL 88 | Turmoil     
Date:   Jul 31, 2021
#R1#
Happy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Happy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finch.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Finch shows good takedown defense.
Finch slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Happy dives in and grabs Finch's left leg, looking for a takedown. Finch pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
Finch stuffs the takedown attempt from Happy. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Atticus Finch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Finch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Happy moves away.
Happy feints the counter takedown.
Finch checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Finch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Happy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Finch defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Happy 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 lazy left from Finch finds it's target.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Happy is defended easily by Finch.
Happy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T1#
Happy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Happy shoots for a takedown but Finch saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Finch lunges at Happy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Happy's hand.
Finch throws a jab when Happy was well out of range.
Finch slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Finch misses with a wild body shot.
Happy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Finch throws out the jab.
Finch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Atticus Finch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Finch lands a right hook to the body.
Happy wants to clinch up but Finch keeps it at a distance.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Finch scores with a leg kick. #TD2#
Finch gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Happy to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Happy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2##ES#
Finch has his feet on Happy's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Finch throws a looping overhand right but Happy ducks down to avoid it. #TD2#
Happy gets a takedown into half guard.
Finch is staying active underneath Happy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Happy is controlling the pace.
Happy is keen to just control but Finch is a slippery customer.#T3#
Finch is trying to stand up here but Happy is controlling him well. #ES#
Finch makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Finch misses with a low kick.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Finch sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Happy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Finch sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Happy somewhat.
A nice inside leg kick there by Finch. That's going to slow Happy down.
Finch connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Happy's hands.
Finch connects with a jab.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Finch as he avoids it easily.
A big left from Finch misses. #T4#
A jab from Finch finds it's way through Happy's defenses.
Finch is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Happy darts in looking for a takedown but Finch gets double underhooks and turns Happy into the cage.
Happy moves out of range as Finch strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big right from Finch misses.
Finch misses with a hook.
Happy moves out of range of the strikes.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown but Finch manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Happy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Finch misses with a low kick.
Finch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Finch fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Happy.
Finch throws a hook to the side of Happy's head but Happy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Finch lands a jab to Happy's midsection.
Finch connects with a crisp jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Finch.
Happy checks a low kick from Finch.
Finch lands a nice leg kick that just misses Happy's sensitive parts.
Finch wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Happy ducks under a wild hook from Finch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Atticus Finch dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Happy blocks a leg kick.
Happy checks a leg kick nicely.
Finch slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Finch throws a series of punches but Happy avoids them all with ease.
Happy checks a low kick from Finch.
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Finch throws a lazy right hand but Happy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Happy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Finch, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Finch against the cage but Finch circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Atticus Finch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Finch can pounce on him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finch lands a jab to the nose.
Finch misses the shot to the body.
Finch connects with a nice looking jab.
A jab lands there for Finch.
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 sprawl there from Finch as Happy shoots in.
Finch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Finch rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Happy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Happy moves away from the strike by Finch.
Finch keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Finch moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Happy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Finch tries to avoid it but Happy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Finch to the ground. Finch escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Happy gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Finch.
Atticus Finch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Finch sprawls well. Finch wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Happy is breathing heavily.
Finch dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Happy. That did some damage!
Finch misses with a low kick.
Happy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Finch avoids the head kick by Happy.
Finch listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Finch takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#TD2#
Happy gets the takedown into side control. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Happy trying to control the action but Finch is working from the bottom.
Finch pushes Happy away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Happy gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Check out the look on Happy's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Finch is trying to buck Happy off.#T3#
Happy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Finch keeps working.
Happy grinds an elbow into Finch's temple.
Finch is trying to get back to his feet.
Happy working the head and body with strikes.
Happy wants to control but Finch is keeping him busy.
Finch is trying to buck Happy off.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Happy trying to control the action but Finch is working from the bottom.
Happy prevents Finch from escaping the position.#T4#
Happy passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Finch! #SUB2#
Happy is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Finch can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
You get the feeling that Finch really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Happy landing strikes from the mount and Finch is in trouble!
Finch wants to get back to his feet.
Happy trying to control but Finch is having none of it.
Happy lands with some strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Atticus Finch dominated that second round.
That's time! Finch'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#
Finch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Finch throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range.
Finch throws out a powerful jab.
Finch misses with a straight right.
Finch looks to land a left hand but Happy moved out of range nicely.
Happy shoots in but Finch avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Finch keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Atticus Finch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Finch is looking to slow Happy down with leg kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finch misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely.
Finch jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Finch lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Finch lands a nice shot to the body.
Happy throws a looping overhand right but Finch ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
A jab from Finch misses.
Finch throws a front kick aimed at Happy's knee but Happy avoids it well.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Finch sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Happy tries to clinch but Finch moves out of range.
Happy ducks under a wild hook from Finch.
Finch keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Finch but Finch pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Finch misses with a looping right.
Finch scores with a kick to the midsection.
Happy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Finch finds it's way round the side to connect with Happy's head.
Happy throws the left hand but Finch avoids the punch easily.
Finch lands a head shot.
Finch throws a hook but Happy blocks it.
Happy slips a jab from Finch.
Happy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Finch. #T2#
Finch throws a shot from downtown. Happy moves away and avoids it.
Finch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Finch connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finch misses with a looping right.
Happy tries to move into range but Finch moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Finch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Finch misses with the combination.
Happy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Atticus Finch is winning the standup battle so far.
Happy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Good shot there by Finch.
Finch misses with an uppercut. Happy saw that one coming.
Happy staying out of range there.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Finch as he avoids it easily.
Finch is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
Finch looks to land a left hand but Happy moved out of range nicely.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Happy is defended easily by Finch.
Finch looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Happy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Happy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Finch clobbers Happy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Finch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Finch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Finch finds it's way through Happy's defenses.
Finch with a nice calf kick.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Finch sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Finch with a hook.#T4#
Finch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Finch bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Happy's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Finch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Finch lands with a hook. Happy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Finch misses the jab.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Happy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A low kick lands for Finch.
Finch cracks Happy with a right hand to the side of the head.
Finch keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Anti Happy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Atticus Finch is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Some wild striking there from Finch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Atticus Finch showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Finch, 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 Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:26
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:26
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Atticus Finch!

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

 

Event: SFL 80 | Thunder Bowl     
Date:   Jun 23, 2021
#R1#
Hackett works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hackett takes a swing at Happy's ribcage but misses.
Happy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hackett defends it well.
Happy ducks under a wild hook from Hackett.
Hackett lunges at Happy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Happy's hand.
Hackett fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Happy is out of range.
Hackett throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Happy counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hackett swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Hackett has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Happy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Hackett throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Happy looking to pass the guard.
Happy wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving. #T1#
Happy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Happy working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Happy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hackett works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Hackett working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Happy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Happy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hackett controls Happy momentarily but Happy frees himself.
Happy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Hackett is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Happy defends well.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Happy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hackett works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Happy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Happy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Happy wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving. #SUB#
Hackett looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Hackett looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hackett swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Happy trying to control but Hackett is working from the bottom.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hackett swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Happy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Happy drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Happy jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Happy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hackett. Hackett obviously looking to wear him down. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hackett throws a looping overhand right but Happy ducks down to avoid it.
Happy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jab from Hackett.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Happy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hackett to the mat! Hackett manages to get full guard.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Hackett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Hackett looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hackett is adopting a defensive guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hackett is trying to keep Happy in close.
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 James Hackett 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#
Happy shoots in and drives through. Hackett sprawls well.
Hackett misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Happy counters with a shoot takedown. Hackett fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB#
Hackett is looking for a triangle but Happy pushes his legs off easily.
Happy wants to control from the top but Hackett keeps moving.
Hackett avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Hackett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy pushes down on Hackett's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Happy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1#
Hackett wants to control but Happy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Happy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hackett's head. #SUB#
Hackett actively working from the bottom here.
Happy is keen to just control but Hackett is a slippery customer.
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. Happy connects with a nice short shot to Hackett's temple.
Hackett is looking for a sweep. Happy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hackett is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Happy is trying to control the action in half guard but Hackett is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Happy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Happy looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Hackett trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hackett jabs Happy right on the nose. Happy blinks but takes it well.
Hackett connects with a looping right hand.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Happy checks a leg kick.
Hackett misses with a straight right.
Happy feints the counter takedown.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Happy looking to score a takedown here. Hackett is defending well but Happy drives through and ends up in Hackett's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hackett swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Hackett keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Happy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hackett is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Happy throws a big right hand that misses.
Happy trying to control but Hackett is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hackett is looking for a triangle but Happy pushes his legs off easily.
Hackett controlling Happy's posture. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Hackett has his foot on Happy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Happy works his way back into a safe position though.
Happy 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.
Happy makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Happy wants to pass the guard but Hackett is keeping the position.
Happy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Hackett throws out a loose jab but Happy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Hackett jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hackett throws a good cross that connects.
Hackett sizes up Happy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Hackett lands with a hook. Happy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hackett misses with a looping left.
Hackett misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely.
Hackett is looking to chop away at Happy's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hackett looks to throw the jab but Happy is out of range.
A clash of legs there as Happy blocks the low kick.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Hackett pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hackett lands a nice leg kick that just misses Happy's sensitive parts.
Happy takes one on the button.#TD2#
Happy gets a double leg takedown into Hackett's guard.#T1#
Hackett not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Happy throws a big elbow that misses.
Happy 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.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Hackett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hackett not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Happy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Hackett isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Happy stacks Hackett 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 Happy!
Hackett holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
You can see the frustration on Hackett's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Happy wants to control but Hackett is keeping him busy.
Happy working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SUB2#
Happy goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Hackett rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Happy's guard! Nice work there by Hackett! #SUB2#
Happy has his foot on Hackett's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hackett works his way back into a safe position though.#T3##SUB2#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Hackett pushes his legs off easily.
Happy trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Happy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hackett is pushing down on Happy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Happy is fighting to maintain full guard but Hackett has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hackett with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Happy trying to hold on to Hackett's head to control him but Hackett postures up.
Well, if Hackett 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.
Happy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hackett's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hackett's back!
Hackett trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Happy scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Hackett is looking for a way out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy tries to keep control of the position but Hackett is staying busy.
Hackett trying to control the hands but Happy won't let him.

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 James Hackett.
I think Hackett 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... James Hackett!

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

 

Event: SFL 69 | Lomax vs Thomas     
Date:   May 09, 2021
#R1#
Happy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A big right from Tosen misses.
Tosen cracks a nice hook into Happy's ribs.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Tosen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Tosen gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Tosen trying to control the position here.
Happy 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy stands and throws Tosen's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Happy tries to advance to mount but can't. #T1#
Tosen wants to control but Happy postures up.
Happy misses with the ground and pound.
Tosen is looking to regain half guard here but Happy keeps moving and retains side control.
Happy laying and praying for a moment but Tosen takes advantage and regains half guard.
Tosen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tosen.
Happy postures up. #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.
Tosen has control of Happy's left arm, preventing Happy from doing any damage.
Tosen wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Happy is now in half guard. #SUB2#
Tosen looking for submissions off his back.
Happy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tosen taking some punishment here, with Happy in his half guard.
Happy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tosen trying to control from the bottom. #T3#
Tosen might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Happy haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tosen moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Tosen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Tosen is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Happy has his hands clasped together but Tosen extends and breaks Happy's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Tosen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mama Tosen!
During a confident post fight interview, Mama Tosen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: SFL 60 | Mumu vs Viking     
Date:   Apr 03, 2021
#R1#
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Miller sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Miller misses with a takedown attempt - Happy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Happy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Miller throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Happy on the side of the head.
A slapping body kick lands there for Happy.
Miller takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Miller throws a jab but it's blocked by Happy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miller misses with a wild combination. #TD#
Happy shoots in and gets a takedown into Miller's guard.#T1#
Miller is adopting a defensive guard.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Miller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miller 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#
Happy is looking to control Miller's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Happy avoid being mounted?
Happy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Miller pulls his head out easily.
Happy has hold of Miller's hands but Miller slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T2#
Miller is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Miller lands with a punch from half guard.
Miller throwing shots but Happy is blocking nicely.
Happy wants to control the action here but instead Miller manages to pass to full mount!
Miller prevents Happy from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Happy has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Miller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miller manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Happy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Miller wants to control from the top but Happy keeps moving.
Happy pulls Miller in to control the position. #T3#
Miller trying to control the position from guard on top but Happy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miller postures up. #SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Miller defends it easily.
Miller lands a couple of elbows.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Happy holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Miller defends well.
Miller scoring with some ground and pound.
Miller distracts Happy with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Miller cracks Happy with a solid left hand.#T4#
Miller advances position into side control!
Miller has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Miller lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Miller working the ground and pound.
Miller in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Happy is trying to improve his position.
Happy taking a bit of punishment here - Miller scoring with strikes.
Miller scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Happy to see if he's OK.
Happy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Happy trying to control here.
Miller working the head and body with strikes.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Miller lands a nice short elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lynton Miller dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Happy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheers as Miller lands an impressive looking overhand right. Happy doesn't seem phased though.
Miller misses with a series of wild punches.
Happy wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Miller keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Miller misses with a straight right.
Happy tries to clinch but Miller is having none of it.
Miller motions for Happy to come forward. Miller throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Happy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Miller looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miller throws a right and a left that both miss.
Happy misses with a series of wild punches.
Miller looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Miller throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Miller. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
And Miller tries to counter it with a takedown but Happy pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Happy looks to score with a jab to the body but Miller is just out of range.
Happy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Happy there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD#
Happy scores with a takedown into Miller's guard.
Happy looking to pass the guard.
Miller manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Happy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Miller lands a couple of digs.
Happy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Miller makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Miller trying to control but Happy is working from the bottom.
Miller is working Happy over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
Happy controls Miller momentarily but Miller frees himself.
Miller loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Miller lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Happy trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miller content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Miller working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Miller is in close to Happy's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Happy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Miller.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Miller landing with the ground and pound.
Miller missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Miller distracts Happy with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Happy has momentary wrist control but Miller slips an elbow through the middle.
Happy keeping moving, preventing Miller from controlling successfully.
Happy avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Miller works over Happy with some ground and pound from guard.
Happy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Miller is working Happy over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Miller scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Happy 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! Miller rolls with it to try and escape but Happy cranks on the arm and Miller is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anti Happy!
Anti Happy 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 49 | Simon vs O'Neil     
Date:   Feb 19, 2021
#R1#
Ford connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ford looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ford misses with a hook.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Happy!
Ford slips under a jab from Happy.
Donk. Ford catches Happy right on the button with a cross.
Ford darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
No joy there for Ford, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ford moves out of range of the body kick.
Ford scores with the left hand. Happy knows he should have avoided that one.
Ford connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ford keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ford is looking to counter punch.
Ford throws a front kick that sends Happy stumbling back into the cage.
Happy 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.#T1#
Ford throws a sloppy head kick and Happy moves out of range easily.
Happy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ford dodges the punch combination from Happy.
Happy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Happy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Happy misses with a takedown
and Ford counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Happy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Happy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ford appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ford's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Happy connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ford scrambles back to his feet.
Happy scores with a nice right hand.
Ford lands with an uppercut that bounces Happy off the cage and back into range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ford swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
It looked like Ford wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Landon Ford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ford counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Ford fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice takedown defense from Ford. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy staying out of range there.
Happy misses with a straight right.
Ford swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Anti Happy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ford sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
As Happy looks to move away, Ford throws a big counter combo but Happy just gets out of the way.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ford avoids it really well and circles away.
Happy connects with a jab.#T4#
Ford scores with a spinning back kick!
Happy throws a sloppy head kick and Ford moves out of range easily.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ford counters with a head kick.
Happy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ford circles away quickly and effectively.
Happy needs to keep his hands up - Ford had a free shot at his head there.
Landon Ford is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A left lands for Ford.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An inside leg kick lands from Ford.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Ford swats away the attempt to clinch by Happy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Landon Ford dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Ford swings for the body but Happy moves out of range.
Ford stuffs the takedown attempt from Happy. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Ford swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ford stuffs the takedown attempt from Happy. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Happy looks to score with a jab to the body but Ford is just out of range.
Ford lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Landon Ford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ford lands a nice leg kick that just misses Happy's sensitive parts. #T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Ford, which made it look bad.
Ford misses with a two punch combination.
Ford stuffs the takedown attempt from Happy. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Ford bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ford cracks a nice hook into Happy's ribs.
Happy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ford tried to counter with a leg kick but Happy avoided it.#T2#
Ford scores with a head kick. Happy tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Ford, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Ford against the cage but Ford circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ford feints and then cracks Happy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Happy down.
Ford scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Happy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ford swivels and escapes.
It looked like Ford was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Happy.
Happy misses with a few strikes there.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ford pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ford is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Ford goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#T3#
Happy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Landon Ford is winning the standup battle so far.
Ford sizes up Happy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ford throws out a powerful jab.
Happy misses with a two punch combination.
Ford was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ford connects with a single shot there.
Happy swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ford counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ford listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#ROC#Happy is rocked!
Ford scores with a crisp jab that stopped Happy in his tracks.
Happy is still on wobbly legs! Can Ford finish him?
Ford lands with an uppercut that bounces Happy off the cage and back into range.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Ford, which made it look bad.
Ford looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD2#
Happy gets the takedown into side control.
Happy seems to have recovered his senses.
Ford is looking for a sweep.
Ford is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ford tries to kick Happy off but Happy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Ford is looking for a sweep. Happy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Happy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Happy thows a huge punch but Ford dodges it nicely.
Ford wants to improve his position but Happy is controlling well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Landon Ford dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
No luck for Happy with that takedown attempt.
Happy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ford lands with a thumping leg kick.
Good exchange - Ford coming out on top.
Ford pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Happy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Happy throws a combination that misses
and Ford connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Happy walks forward, straight into a front kick from Ford.
Ford cracks Happy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ford uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Happy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ford darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ford scores with a jab.
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ford defends well and Happy ends up having to push Ford into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Landon Ford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Ford thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Happy if he has to take too many more of those.
Ford scores with a head kick. Happy tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Ford looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.#T2#
Ford looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Ford throws a big shot that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Happy misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Ford to counter with a crisp jab.
Ford looks to throw the jab but Happy is out of range.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown but Ford manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Happy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ford was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ford wants to slow Happy down by chopping away at his legs.
Happy misses with a takedown
and Ford counters with a big head kick but Happy shrugs it off.
Ford showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Happy. #T3#
Ford jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Happy with the counter takedown but Ford avoids it easily.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Ford sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Landon Ford is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ford lands with a nice body punch.
Ford throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ford scores with a crisp jab that stopped Happy in his tracks.
Ford bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Ford lands a head kick. Happy smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T4#
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ford defends well and Happy ends up having to push Ford into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ford scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Ford connects with a leg kick.
Ford connects with the punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Happy walks into a stiff left hand from Ford.
Sloppy strikes from Ford. Those never looked like landing.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Ford pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ford misses with a body shot.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Ford pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ford works the jab nicely.
Anti Happy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ford goes for a high kick. It partially lands.

And that's the end of the fight!
Landon Ford showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ford, 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:26
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:26
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Landon Ford!

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

 

Event: SFL 40 | Simon vs Stallion     
Date:   Jan 16, 2021
#R1#
Happy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
River wants to land a leg kick but Happy is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Happy. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Happy misses with a hook to the body
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Happy moves out of range of the body kick from River. #TD2#
Happy gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
River actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
River tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.#T1#
Well, if Happy 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. #SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.
Happy is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Happy scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Happy wants to take a breather but River is having none of it.
Happy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
River wants to control but Happy is keeping busy.
Happy trying to control from half guard but River is working away. #SUB2#
Happy maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! River could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Happy has cracked it and River is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anti Happy!
A less than humble Anti Happy misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: TC 16 1mil $ GP vol 2.3,     
Date:   Nov 28, 2020
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Happy.
Smith misses with a head kick.
Happy throws a leg kick which misses Smith's front leg but catches the back leg as Smith tries to avoid it.
Happy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Smith misses with a combination
and Smith takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Happy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Smith.
Smith avoids a punch combination nicely.
As Happy looks to move away, Smith throws a big counter combo but Happy just gets out of the way.
Happy listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Happy misses its intended target.
Smith misses the jab.
Smith misses with a hook.
Despite the aggression on Happy's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Happy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T1#
Smith misses with a hook.
Happy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Smith misses with a jab, cross combination.
Smith throws an off balance right hand
enabling Happy to counter with a crisp jab.
Smith throws a jab but it's blocked by Happy.
Happy jabs Smith right on the nose. Smith blinks but takes it well.
Smith throws a hook but Happy avoids it easily.#TD2#
Happy gets a takedown into half guard.
Smith is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB#
Smith looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Smith looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Happy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Smith does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Smith has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Happy. Oh but Smith has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Happy goes limp - he's gone! Smith jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rodney Smith!
Rodney Smith took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

 

Event: TC 9 Francis vs McGuire     
Date:   Oct 10, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Happy closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES2#
Doctore explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Happy throws a one two combo. #CUT#It looks like Oenomaus Doctore has been cut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Happy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Doctore, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Doctore against the cage but Doctore circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
We've been informed that Doctore 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Doctore lands a nice shot to the body.
Doctore closes the distance looking to clinch
and Happy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Doctore is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Doctore circles away and we're back to standing.
Oenomaus Doctore is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
A combination from Happy does no damage.
Happy throws a shot from downtown. Doctore moves away and avoids it.
Doctore connects with a body shot that sends Happy's belly button to the back.
Happy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Doctore throws out a counter right but Happy avoids it with no problem.
Happy throws a jab when Doctore was well out of range.#TD#
Happy fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Doctore sprawls well initially but Happy persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Doctore is trying to stand up here but Happy is controlling him well.
Happy lands with a punch from half guard.
Happy controlling the pace.
Happy is keen to just control but Doctore is a slippery customer.#T2#
Doctore looks like he's trying to stand up. #ES2#
Doctore has one foot on Happy's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Happy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Doctore looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Doctore misses with an uppercut.
Happy falls off balance throwing a combination
and Doctore counters with a straight right hand.
Doctore lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Happy misses with a body shot.
Happy misses with a few strikes there. #T3#
Happy pushes Doctore away with a front kick.
Doctore stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Doctore tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Happy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Happy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
An inside leg kick lands from Happy.
Doctore uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Happy.
A nice side step and Doctore releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Happy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Anti Happy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Doctore takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
The fighters circling - Happy throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4##KD2#
Doctore lands a left and a right that send Happy crashing to the mat, dazed. Doctore thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Happy is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Anti Happy has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Doctore avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Doctore lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Oenomaus Doctore!
Oenomaus Doctore made sure to mention his sponsor, BuriedAlive// Fight Gear in his post fight interview.

 

Event: TC 4: Sitsongrit vs Salvatore     
Date:   Sep 05, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortega misses with a body shot
and Happy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice body punch from Happy.
Ortega shoots in but Happy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ortega checks a low kick from Happy.
Happy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Happy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Happy wants a takedown. #TD2#
Ortega gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Happy tries to get to full guard but Ortega has control of the leg.
Happy won't allow Ortega to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortega looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ortega slips a nice elbow through Happy's hands, connecting with Happy's forehead.#T1#
Happy is trying to get back to full guard.
Happy on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ortega scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ortega working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Ortega missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Happy on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Happy is looking to control Ortega's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Happy avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Ortega is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Happy is just riding it out for now. Ortega eventually gives up the hold.
Happy 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.#SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ortega pulls his head out easily. #T2##SUB2#
Ortega is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Happy has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Happy manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ortega connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Ortega 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.
Happy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3##SUB2#
Ortega escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Happy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ortega trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Ortega had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Happy defends it easily.#SUB2#
Ortega has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Happy 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 Ortega.
Happy wants to control but Ortega is keeping him busy. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ortega struggling a bit here.
Happy trying to control the position but Ortega is working away.
Ortega gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ortega manages to get to full guard.
Happy with a nice head shot there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy is looking to work some ground and pound but Ortega has wrist control.
Happy has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a triangle here but Happy uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
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 Anti Happy will probably get the nod.
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##TD2#
Ortega shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Happy manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ortega has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Happy is looking for a triangle here but Ortega uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Ortega wants to control but Happy is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Happy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega trying to control the action but Happy is working from the bottom. #T1#
Ortega is working Happy over with some ground and pound from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy regains half guard.
Happy is looking for a sweep. Ortega is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ortega is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Happy!
Happy wants to control but Ortega is having none of it.
Ortega is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Happy can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ortega scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Happy really wants to buck Ortega off and get back to his feet.
Happy wants to control but Ortega is having none of it.#T2#
A nice elbow there by Ortega.
Ortega lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Ortega fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ortega fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Ortega lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Ortega can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Happy is looking to escape.
Ortega scores with a couple of good head shots there. #SUB2#
Ortega working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Happy is working to get back to half guard. #T3#
Ortega looking to control and managing it successfully.
Happy is working to get back to half guard.
Ortega looking to control but Happy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ortega controlling the position easily from mount.
A nice elbow there by Ortega.#T4#
Happy trying desperately to get to his feet.
Ortega can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Happy is looking to escape.
Ortega tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Happy is looking to improve his position but Ortega isn't that keen on the idea.
Ortega with a couple of short strikes.
Ortega looking to finish Happy with some ground and pound. This is bad for Happy!
Ortega lands a couple of good shots and Happy has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
The referee is taking a good look at Happy as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Ortega!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brian Ortega 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#
Happy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Happy walks into a stiff left hand from Ortega.
Ortega throws a body shot but no joy.
Happy is looking for a counter combo.
Happy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ortega goes for a double leg but Happy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Happy continues to drive forward.
Happy appears to be looking for a big counter.
Ortega swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Happy is looking to counter punch.
Happy misses with the combination.
Ortega lands with an uppercut that bounces Happy off the cage and back into range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ortega. Happy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice takedown defense from Ortega. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy throws out a loose jab but Ortega uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortega throws the left hand but Happy avoids the punch easily.
Happy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ortega drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Happy defends it well.#T1#
Ortega gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Happy counters with a left and a right that stings Ortega.
Anti Happy is winning the standup battle so far.
Ortega comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Happy blocks a leg kick.
Ortega wants to land a leg kick but Happy is out of range.
Jab, jab by Ortega - just one landing.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
It seemed like Ortega was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Happy tries to clinch but Ortega moves out of range.
Ortega misses the shot to the body.
Ortega slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy tries to clinch but Ortega moves out of range.
Happy misses with a double jab.
Ortega is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Happy with a body shot.#T2#
Ortega 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.
Ortega misses with a double jab.
Happy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ortega missing with a left hand there. Happy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Happy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A lazy left from Ortega finds it's target.
Happy lands a nice looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ortega. Happy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortega lands a head shot.
Happy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortega manages to avoid it.
Ortega throws a leg kick but Happy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Happy appears to be looking for a big counter.
Happy defending well as Ortega loads up on a big left hand.
Happy checks a leg kick. #T3#
Ortega lands a two punch combo.
Happy tries to close the distance and clinch but Ortega swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ortega misses with a low kick.
Ortega has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Happy tries to clinch there but Ortega circles away.
Happy doesn't manage to clinch there - Ortega circles away.
Ortega bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Happy's head.
Ortega misses with an uppercut. Happy saw that one coming.
Happy defending well as Ortega loads up on a big left hand.
Happy closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Ortega shoots in and drives through. Happy sprawls well.
Happy's corner calls for a 1-2. Happy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ortega throws a low kick but Happy moves out of range easily.
Ortega jabs at Happy's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy moves out of range as Ortega strikes.#T4#
Happy avoids the body shot from Ortega.
A leg kick checked by Happy.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Happy!
Ortega throws a leg kick which misses Happy's front leg but catches the back leg as Happy tries to avoid it.
Ortega lands a nice hook to Happy's body. Happy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ortega throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
That kick from Ortega tenderised Happy's leg. Happy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ortega fails with the takedown.
Happy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ortega lands with an overhand left.
Ortega looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Happy is fending him off so far but Ortega persists. Nope, Happy circles away and we're back to standing.
Happy tries to clinch but Ortega is having none of it.
Ortega throws a hard body shot but it just misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brian Ortega comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ortega 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brian Ortega!

Brian Ortega thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: UnderGround FC 135     
Date:   Jun 20, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Happy shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Happy was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Happy trying to control the action but Ivanov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Happy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ivanov is trying to control Happy's posture but Happy avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Happy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ivanov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ivanov told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
I wouldn't like to be where Ivanov is right now. #T1##SUB#
Happy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've been hearing that Happy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Happy fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Ivanov tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Ivanov is looking for a sweep.
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. #SUB#
Happy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ivanov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #ES2#
Ivanov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T2##CL2#
Ivanov drives through and clinches with Happy against the cage. #TD#
Happy gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Ivanov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Happy is one step ahead there.
Ivanov controlling Happy's posture.
Ivanov looking to control.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Ivanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES2#
Ivanov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Happy presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T3#
Happy stops a takedown attempt from Ivanov. #TD#
Happy turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Ivanov wants to get back to his feet but Happy is dominant here and he's now got Ivanov's back!
Happy controlling well, preventing Ivanov from escaping the position.
Ivanov prevents Happy from getting a body triangle.
Ivanov trying to control but not successfully. #SUB#
Ivanov showing good submission defense here.
Happy is landing with strikes. Ivanov can't take much more of this.
Happy doesn't have the hooks in and Ivanov manages to turn into his guard. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Happy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Happy is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Happy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ivanov wants to control from the top but Happy keeps moving.
Happy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Happy being controlled here momentarily.
Ivanov wants to stand up but Happy is controlling him.
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 Anti Happy will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ivanov wants to clinch but Happy slips to the side#TD#
and Happy counters with a nice double leg into side control. Ivanov won't be happy with that.
Happy working away.
Ivanov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Happy trying to mount his opponent but Ivanov defends it.
Ivanov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Happy.
Ivanov has his hands clasped together around Happy's back. He's all about the action.
Ivanov looks like he's trying to stand up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy lands strikes from half guard.
Happy is thwarting Ivanov's attempts to control the position.
Ivanov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Happy. #T1#
Ivanov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Ivanov is looking to improve his position.
Ivanov is refusing to be controlled, as Happy sits in half guard.
Ivanov is looking for a sweep. Happy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ivanov is still trying to improve position.
Ivanov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Happy is working away from the top position though.
Ivanov is controlling Happy's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Happy with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura but Ivanov is defending well.
Ivanov won't allow Happy to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ivanov desperately trying to maintain half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nice sprawl there from Happy as Ivanov shoots in.
Ivanov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Happy avoids it really well and circles away.
Happy is looking to counter the offense by Ivanov and move into the clinch.#TD#
Happy fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ivanov sprawls well initially but Happy persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T3#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Happy connects with a nice short shot to Ivanov's temple.
Ivanov trying to control but Happy postures up.
Ivanov tries to get to full guard but Happy has control of the leg. #SUB#
Happy seems to be looking for submissions.
Happy is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Happy landing strikes, looking to finish!
Happy avoids the attempt from Ivanov to control.#SUB#
Happy wants to finish this one by submission but Ivanov is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Happy. #T4#
Ivanov takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Happy with shots to the head and body - Ivanov looks very uncomfortable down there.
Happy avoids the attempt from Ivanov to control.
Ivanov tries to reverse the position but Happy maintains control.
Happy trying to control but Ivanov is having none of it.
Ivanov wants to control but Happy is having none of it.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy working Ivanov over with strikes here.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Happy lands a heavy elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that second round.
That's time! Happy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3##TD#
Ivanov gets caught flat footed, as Happy shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Ivanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ivanov trying to control the position.
Happy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ivanov controls Happy momentarily but Happy frees himself.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Ivanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Happy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Happy throws a big right hand that misses.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Ivanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Happy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Happy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ivanov.
Ivanov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Happy gets caught flat footed, as Ivanov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but Ivanov defends easily.
Happy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ivanov. #SUB#
Happy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ivanov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Happy's head.#T2#
Ivanov working some strikes from top position.
Ivanov is working Happy over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Happy trying to keep a closed guard but Ivanov is proving a slippery customer.
Ivanov throws a big elbow that misses.
Ivan Ivanov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ivanov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ivanov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ivanov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Happy has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Ivanov should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Happy has tightened it up now! Ivanov should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Anti Happy!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Anti Happy waved his t-shirt featuring HELLS BALLS RECOVERY's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: UnderGround FC 131     
Date:   Jun 06, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Keter keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Keter sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Keter 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.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Keter shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Keter turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#TD#
Happy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Happy showed some decent athleticism there.
Keter pushes Happy off looking to stand but Happy dives back in and keeps control.
Happy wants to take a breather but Keter is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keter is looking to improve his position.
Happy controlling the action here.#T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Happy is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Keter to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Keter swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Happy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Keter controlling Happy's posture. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Happy trying to control but Keter is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Happy on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Happy is defended easily by Keter.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Keter lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Happy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Happy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Happy ducks right into an uppercut from Keter. #T3#
Happy takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Keter - that will leave a mark!
Happy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Keter's waist but Keter gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Happy off to one side.
Keter connects with a solid leg kick.
Keter with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A head kick misses from Keter. #TD#
Happy drives through with a takedown into Keter's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Keter wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Happy trying to control but Keter is working from the bottom.
Happy won't allow Keter to sweep him here.
Keter is pulling down on Happy's head to control his posture.
Happy looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Happy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Keter has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Happy has passed into side control.
A lull in the action here.
Happy is looking to take a break and control but Keter is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've been hearing that Happy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Keter wants to control but Happy postures 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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Keter tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Happy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wilfred Keter dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Keter connects with a good right hand that stumbles Happy. Happy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Happy goes for a double leg but Keter avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Keter continues to drive forward.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Keter throws a head kick but Happy moves out of range. #TD#
Happy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Keter's guard.
Happy sitting in guard here, content to control.
Keter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Keter keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Happy looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keter trying to control the position here.
Keter can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Happy controls the pace.#T1#
Happy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Happy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Keter wants to control but Happy postures up.#SUB#
Happy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Happy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Happy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Keter is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Happy trying to control the position but Keter is working away. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Keter is looking to reverse the position.
Happy wants to take a breather but Keter manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Happy.
Happy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Keter pulls Happy in close to his closed guard and prevents Happy from doing any damage or advancing position.
Keter is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Happy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Keter's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Keter tries to get to full guard but Happy has control of the leg.
Happy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Keter's head.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Keter trying to control but Happy postures up. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Keter defends it well.
Happy not doing much here. #SUB#
Happy 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#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Keter is looking for a sweep. Happy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Happy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Happy seems to be looking for submissions.
Keter is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Happy is working for a submission of some sort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that second round.
That's time! Happy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Keter lands the left hand.
Keter scores with a head kick.
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Keter connects with a looping right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keter tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Happy tries to clinch up but Keter circles away and keeps his distance.
Keter lands a glancing blow to the side of Happy's head.
Nice uppercut there from Keter.
Keter scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
Keter throws a quick inside leg kick.
Keter throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Happy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Happy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Keter to score with a decent uppercut.
That kick from Keter tenderised Happy's leg. Happy is trying to keep his angry face on.#TD#
Happy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Keter's guard.
Keter trying to keep a closed guard but Happy is proving a slippery customer.
Happy's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Happy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Keter manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Happy has Keter in his guard.#REVB#
Keter controlling from the top position. #T2##SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Keter defends it easily.
Keter pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Happy is keeping the position for now.
Keter forces his way into half guard.#T3#
Happy is looking to control Keter's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Happy avoid being mounted?
Keter prevents Happy from improving his position.
Happy is refusing to be controlled, as Keter sits in half guard.
Keter controlling the action here. #SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Keter pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Keter with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Happy tries to roll over but Keter keeps him under control.
Happy is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy trying to control but Keter postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wilfred Keter comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Keter 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wilfred Keter!

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

 

Event: UnderGround FC 118     
Date:   May 02, 2020
#R1#
Dixon bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Happy's head.
Dixon connects with a jab.
Dixon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Dixon, which made it look bad.
Darren Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Happy. Happy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dixon throws a good cross that connects.
Dixon tests Happy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Dixon as he connects with a hook.
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dixon defends well and Happy ends up having to push Dixon into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dixon throws out a counter right but Happy avoids it with no problem.
Happy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dixon lands the left hand.
Happy 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.
Dixon throws out a powerful jab.
Dixon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dixon scores with a jab to the body.
Dixon might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Dixon scores with a nice head shot.
Dixon circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dixon is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Happy had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T1#
Happy moves forwards but Dixon connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Happy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dixon scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD#
Happy shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Dixon manages to get to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dixon is on top in guard. #REVB#
Happy is trying to control the position but Dixon postures up. #SUB#
Happy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dixon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dixon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dixon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2##SUB#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but Dixon defends easily.
Happy can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dixon controls the pace.#T3##SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Happy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Happy keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass. #SUB#
Happy working for a triangle but Dixon defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dixon's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dixon wants to pass the guard but Happy is keeping the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Darren Dixon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dixon scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Nice straight punches there by Dixon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dixon.
Dixon uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dixon scores with a nice strike.
Happy needs to keep his hands up - Dixon had a free shot at his head there.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Dixon does it's job there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dixon lands a nice shot that snaps Happy's head back.
Dixon lands a nice looking body shot.
Dixon connects with a single shot there.
Happy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Happy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon connects with a single shot there.
Happy walks into a straight right hand from Dixon.
Dixon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Darren Dixon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dixon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dixon stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Donk. Dixon catches Happy right on the button with a cross.#CL#
Happy darts in and clinches Dixon up against the cage.#BC2#
Dixon breaks the clinch.
Dixon with a hook.#T1#
Happy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dixon circles away quickly and effectively.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Dixon, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Dixon against the cage but Dixon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dixon scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Happy shoots in but no luck this time.
Happy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dixon counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Happy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dixon to the mat! Dixon manages to get full guard.
Dixon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Happy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Dixon sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dixon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Happy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dixon 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. #T2#
Happy wants to sweep here but Dixon controlling him for the moment.
Dixon is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dixon defends it easily.#SUB#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dixon is aware though and is defending well.
Happy keeping full guard, as Dixon tries to pass.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dixon won't allow Happy to sweep him here.
Dixon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dixon passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3#
Dixon controlling the position from side mount.
Happy struggling a bit here.
Dixon content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Happy is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dixon taking a breather here.
Happy is trying to improve his position.
Dixon controlling from side mount.
Happy tries to buck Dixon off but Dixon is having none of it.
Dixon advances to full mount.
Dixon fails to move to back control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darren Dixon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Happy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Happy walks into a left hand.
Happy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dixon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Happy.
Dixon digs a good hook to Happy's body.
Dixon connects with the punch.
Dixon thuds a left hand into Happy's body.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dixon as he avoids it easily.
Dixon scores with a jab to the jaw.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dixon but Dixon pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dixon fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Happy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dixon scores with a decent looking hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dixon defends it nicely.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Dixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dixon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Happy.
Dixon lands a jab.
Dixon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Happy drops his hands momentarily and Dixon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Dixon lands with a straight right. Happy didn't see that one coming.
Happy throws a jab when Dixon was well out of range.
Happy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dixon connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Happy scrambles back to his feet.
Dixon throws a good cross that connects. #T2#
Nice shot by Dixon.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A cross from Dixon lands.
Jab, jab by Dixon - just one landing.
Happy throws a nice looking combination but Dixon bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Happy takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD#
Happy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dixon napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Dixon tries to bench press Happy off him but Happy keeps the position.
Dixon manages to work his way to half guard, despite Happy's best efforts.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dixon manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dixon has control of Happy's left arm, preventing Happy from doing any damage. #T3#
Happy cracks Dixon with a solid left hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Happy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Dixon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dixon stands and throws Happy's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Happy trying to remain calm as Dixon controls from the top position.
Dixon works to advance to full mount. Happy defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #T4#
Dixon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Happy is looking to get to half guard.
Dixon seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Happy is holding on tight.
Happy is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dixon controlling from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Darren Dixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Dixon 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darren Dixon!

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

 

Event: UnderGround FC 108     
Date:   Mar 28, 2020
#R1#
Happy checks a leg kick nicely.
Meesang connects with a leg kick. Happy looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Happy 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.
Happy avoids the body shot from Meesang.
Happy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Meesang.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Meesang sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Meesang appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Meesang pinned against the cage. Meesang gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Happy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Meesang throws a quick inside leg kick.
Meesang is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Meesang 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.
Happy fails with the takedown
and Meesang makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Meesang lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#TD#
Happy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Meesang!
Meesang manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Meesang pulls his head out easily.
Meesang with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2##SUB#
Happy has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Meesang escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Meesang!
Happy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy is letting Meesang control him for a moment.
Happy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Happy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T3##SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
Happy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Happy landing strikes from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manalili Meesang dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Meesang lands a nice shot that snaps Happy's head back.
Happy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Meesang counters with a right hand to the body.
Happy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Meesang.
Meesang scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Happy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Meesang circles away.
Meesang swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Happy.#CL#
Happy has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meesang swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Happy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Meesang works on Happy's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
Meesang manages to break the clinch.
Meesang lands a body shot.
Manalili Meesang seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Meesang but Meesang pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The crowd cheers as Meesang lands an impressive looking overhand right. Happy doesn't seem phased though.
Meesang ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Happy fails with the takedown.#TD#
Happy bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES2#
Meesang throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
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!#TD#
Happy feints and as Meesang raises his hands in defense, Happy changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Happy trying to control but Meesang is working from the bottom.
Meesang pulls Happy in to control the position.
Meesang's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Meesang keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Happy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Happy throwing strikes from guard but Meesang blocks nicely.
Meesang keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
Meesang really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Happy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3##ES2#
Meesang pushes Happy off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Happy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Meesang.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Despite the aggression on Meesang's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Meesang throws a right hand that Happy ducks under and follows up with a left that Happy also avoids with ease.
Meesang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Meesang moves into range and connects with a jab.
Happy misses with a takedown
and Meesang counters with a stiff right hand.
Meesang scores with a decent looking hook.#TD#
Happy 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.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Meesang pulls Happy in to control the position.
Happy trying to control but Meesang is working from the bottom.
Happy forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Happy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura but Meesang is defending well.
Meesang is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manalili Meesang 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#
Meesang cracks a nice hook into Happy's ribs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Meesang.
Meesang scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Happy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Meesang to counter with a crisp jab.
Happy darts in looking for a takedown but Meesang gets double underhooks and turns Happy into the cage.
Meesang scores with a leg kick.
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Meesang defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meesang lands with a thumping leg kick.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Meesang shows good takedown defense.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Meesang, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Meesang against the cage but Meesang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Meesang lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Meesang lands with an overhand left.
A left lands for Meesang.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Meesang! #ROC2#
Happy is rocked!
Meesang lands a nice hook to Happy's body. Happy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Oh Happy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Meesang misses with a double jab.
Happy seems to have got his legs back now.
Happy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Manalili Meesang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Meesang lands a glancing blow to the side of Happy's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Meesang throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2#
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Meesang fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Happy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Meesang scoring well with a low kick there.
Meesang works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Happy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Meesang counter with a right hand.
Happy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Meesang scores with a hook to the body. Happy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Meesang jabs Happy right on the nose. Happy blinks but takes it well.
Jab by Meesang.#T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Meesang. That's going to slow Happy down.
An inside leg kick lands from Meesang.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Meesang is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Meesang circles away and we're back to standing.
Meesang moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Meesang lands a leg kick that knocks Happy off balance momentarily.
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Happy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Happy takes one to the chin there.
A good leg kick by Meesang.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Meesang makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Happy misses with a takedown #KD2#
and Meesang counters with a nice right hand that sends Happy toppling to the canvas! Happy scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Meesang finish him?!#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
BAM! Meesang delivers a spinning backfist that drops Happy like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Manalili Meesang!
Manalili Meesang decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: UnderGround FC 100     
Date:   Feb 29, 2020
#R1#
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown but Keter manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Happy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Keter throws a nice outside leg kick.
Happy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Keter scores with a leg kick.
Happy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Keter sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Keter lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Happy has his takedown stuffed
and Keter counters with an inside leg kick.
Happy 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.
Happy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Keter lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Keter lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Keter lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Keter throws a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Keter displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy. #T1#
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Keter is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Keter circles away and we're back to standing.
Keter is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Happy with a body shot.
Happy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Keter lands a slapping body shot.
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Keter pinned against the cage. Keter gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Happy fails to land the takedown.
Keter connects with the punch.
A jab from Keter does it's job there.
Happy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Keter keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Happy moves forwards but Keter connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T2##TD#
Happy gets a double leg takedown into Keter's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Keter has Happy pulled in close to control his posture.
Keter looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Happy wants to control from the top but Keter keeps moving.
Happy trying to move into half guard but instead Keter has managed to sweep!#REVB##SUB#
Happy has his foot on Keter's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Keter works his way back into a safe position though.
Keter is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Happy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Happy working for a triangle but Keter defends it easily. #T3#
Keter showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Keter is aware though and is defending well.
Happy being controlled here, momentarily.
Keter really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Happy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Keter must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Happy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Keter can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Happy wants to sweep but no luck.
Keter controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Keter defends it easily.#SUB#
Happy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Keter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Keter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Keter defends well.
Keter's corner is telling him to maintain position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wilfred Keter dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Keter fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Happy.
Nice body kick there by Keter.
Keter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Happy takes one to the side of the head.
Keter cracks Happy with a good jab.
Keter swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Keter appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Keter cracks the inside of Happy's front leg.
Happy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Keter stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Keter wants it to stay on the feet.
Keter feints a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keter listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Keter is looking to slow Happy down with leg kicks.
Happy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Keter counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Keter lands a leg kick that knocks Happy off balance momentarily.#T1#
Keter keeps the fight on the outside.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Keter stuffs the takedown attempt from Happy. Happy gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Happy drives through with a takedown into guard.
Keter tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Keter manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Happy manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Keter working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Keter stopping the sweep attempt from Happy.#SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Keter defends it easily.
Keter is stalling in the full guard. #T2##SUB#
Happy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Keter can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Happy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Happy keeping full guard, as Keter tries to pass.
Keter stays in close to Happy's body and controls the position.
Happy wants to sweep here but Keter controlling him for the moment.
Keter's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Keter passes into half guard.
Keter content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Keter tries to pass the half guard into mount. Happy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Keter is trying to control the action in half guard but Happy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown. Keter tries to sprawl out of it but Happy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Keter manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Keter cracks a nice hook into Happy's ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wilfred Keter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Happy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Happy dives in and grabs Keter's left leg, looking for a takedown. Keter pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
Keter scores with a jab to the body.
Keter darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Keter thuds his right hand into Happy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wilfred Keter seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Happy with a poor takedown
and Keter counters with a flying knee. Nice.
A solid leg kick lands there for Keter.
Happy fails with the takedown
and Keter counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An inside leg kick lands from Keter.
Keter throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Keter.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Keter lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Keter fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Keter. #T1#
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Keter avoids it really well and circles away.
Happy fails to land the takedown.
Keter fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Happy has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Happy takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Happy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Happy walks into a left hand. #TD#
Happy shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Keter sees it coming and defends easily.#T2##SUB#
Happy is trying to work for a kimura but Keter is defending well.
Keter regains full guard. Nicely done.
Happy stopping the sweep attempt from Keter.
Keter keeps trying to improve his position.
Keter is controlling Happy's posture.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Happy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Happy looking to sit in guard and control but Keter gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3#
Keter is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Happy has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Keter doesn't defend quickly enough and Happy has managed to lock this one up! Can Keter escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Happy on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Anti Happy!
A relieved looking Anti Happy 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: UnderGround FC 92     
Date:   Feb 01, 2020
#R1#
Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Happy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jones counters with a straight right hand.
Jones throws a hook but Happy avoids it easily.#TD2#
Happy feints and as Jones raises his hands in defense, Happy changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Jones being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T1#
Happy won't allow Jones to get back to his feet.
Happy tries to free his leg and advance position but Jones is retaining full guard.
Happy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jones is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at MONEY TEAM!!! that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Happy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jones keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
No luck for Happy with that takedown attempt. #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.
Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Happy scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Happy has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Jones defend it? Happy steps over the head and cranks it - Jones is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anti Happy!
A very excited looking Anti Happy 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: UnderGround FC 80     
Date:   Dec 28, 2019
#R1#
Happy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Happy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Richter scores with a body shot.
Richter misses with a body shot.
Happy 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.
Richter looks to land a right hand but Happy moved out of range.
Richter lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hans Richter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot by Richter.
Richter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've been told by Richter's head coaches at Doom's Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Richter stuffs the takedown attempt from Happy. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Richter was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Richter feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Happys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A right-left combo lands from Richter.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Richter smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Richter is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Richter thumps Happy with a low kick.
Richter cracks the inside of Happy's front leg.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Richter.
Happy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Richter.
Nice takedown defense from Richter. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy walks into a stiff left hand from Richter.#T1#
Happy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Richter connects with an inside leg kick.
Happy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Donk. Richter catches Happy right on the button with a cross.
Happy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Richter throws a one two combo.
Richter throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Happy.
Hans Richter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hans Richter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Richter changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Richter feints a jab promting Happy to slip. Richter then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Happy slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Richter scores with a head kick. Happy tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Richter takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Richter stuffs the takedown attempt from Happy. Happy gets slowly back to his feet. #T2#
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Richter lands a nice shot that snaps Happy's head back.
A bone on bone clash there as Happy blocks the leg kick.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Richter lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Richter throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
A punch combination from Richter misses.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Richter as he avoids it easily.
Richter scores with a nice strike.
Richter stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Richter scores with a body shot.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Richter but Richter pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Richter is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Happy looks winded!#T3#
Richter tries a low kick but Happy avoids it.
Richter is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Happy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Richter rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Happy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Richter goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Happy just misses with a punch to the body.
Richter moves into range and connects with a jab.
A punch combination from Happy misses.
Richter stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Richter listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Happy checks a leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Richter throws a nice inside leg kick.
Happy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Richter lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The fighters circle momentarily. Richter darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Happy moves forwards but Richter connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4#
Happy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Happy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Richter misses with a body kick.
Richter with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown but Richter manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Happy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Happy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Happy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Richter. Richter obviously looking to wear him down.
Richter lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Happy drops his hands momentarily and Richter takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Richter is looking to score with low kicks.
Richter with a nice cross.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Richter, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Richter against the cage but Richter circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Richter lands with a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hans Richter dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Donk. Richter catches Happy right on the button with a cross.
Happy is trying desperately to land a takedown but Richter is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Happy.
Richter connects with a good right hand that stumbles Happy. Happy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Richter throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hans Richter is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice takedown defense from Richter. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Richter wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Richter misses with a body kick.
Richter feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Happys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Happy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Happy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Richter.
Happy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Richter scores with a one two! Happy had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Richter scores with a jab to the head.
Happy walks into a straight right hand from Richter.
Richter throws a one two combo.
Richter keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A right-left combo lands from Happy.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Hans Richter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.#T1#
Richter lands a head shot.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Happy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A bone on bone clash there as Happy blocks the leg kick.
Richter with a jab.
Richter lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Richter sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Richter throws a quick counter head kick but Happy was just out of range.
Happy is breathing heavily.
Happy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Happy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Richter feints and then cracks Happy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Happy down.
Richter dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Happy. That did some damage!
Richter is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy takes one on the button.
Richter scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #T2#
Richter lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Richter ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Richter connects with a looping right hand.
Richter connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Happy misses with a two punch combination.
Richter appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Happy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Happy walks into a jab.#ROC#
Happy is rocked!
Richter lands with an overhand left.
Happy is still on wobbly legs! Can Richter finish him?
Richter throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Happy.
Happy seems to have recovered his senses.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Richter.
Richter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Happy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Happy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Richter circles away from the clinch attempt.
Richter keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Richter lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T3#
Happy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The fighters circle momentarily. Richter darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Happy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Richter ducks under a wild hook from Happy.
Happy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Richter lands with a cross.
Richter with a jab.
Richter lands a head shot.
Richter takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Happy misses with a double jab.
Happy misses with a looping right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Richter scores with the left hand. Happy knows he should have avoided that one.
Richter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Richter lands with a cross.
Happy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Richter connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Happy momentarily. #T4##TD2#
Happy feints and as Richter raises his hands in defense, Happy changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Richter 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#
Richter missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Richter is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Richter seems to be looking for submissions.
Richter is nestled in close to Happy, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#SUB#
Richter is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Happy defends it well.
Richter is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hans Richter dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Richter, which made it look bad.
Richter connects with a solid leg kick.
Richter shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Happy eats them both and turns towards Richter to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Richter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Richter uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Richter throws out a powerful jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Richter, which made it look bad.
Richter scores with a head kick. Happy tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Happy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Richter is looking to chop away at Happy's legs.
Richter throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Richter swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Happy.
Richter slips under a jab from Happy.#T1#
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Hans Richter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Richter with a hook.#CL#
Richter takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Richter's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Richter keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jab, jab by Richter - just one landing.
Happy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Richter connects with the punch.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Richter!
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!
Happy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Richter.#T2##CL#
Richter clinches up with Happy and pushes him back against the cage.
Richter is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Happy has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Richter avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC#
Richter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Richter misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A jab from Happy misses.
Richter lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Richter.
Richter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Richter feints and then cracks Happy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Happy down.
Happy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Happy shoots in and drives through. Richter sprawls well.
Richter is looking to counter punch.
Richter goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Richter, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Richter against the cage but Richter circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Happy misses with a wild combination.
Richter stalks Happy and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Happy's face. Happy staggers backwards, shaken.#T3#
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Richter, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Richter against the cage but Richter circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Richter bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Richter's corner calls for a 1-2. Richter obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Richter keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Richter scores with a nice head shot.
Richter feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Happys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Richter slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Richter scores with a jab.
Richter cracks Happy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Richter slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Richter seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Happy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T4#
Happy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Richter connects with a looping right hand.
Richter stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Richter scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Good exchange - Richter coming out on top.
Jab by Richter.
Richter wants to slow Happy down by chopping away at his legs.
Happy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Richter moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hans Richter is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice straight punches there by Richter. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Richter.
Richter throws a low kick but it's checked well by Happy.
Nice jab there from Richter.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Richter looks to land a combination but Happy avoids it well.
Happy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Richter defends it well.
Richter fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Happy on the side of the head.
Happy darts in looking for a takedown but Richter gets double underhooks and turns Happy into the cage.
Anti Happy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Richter lands a jab-cross combination.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:25
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:25
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hans Richter!

 

Event: UnderGround FC 61     
Date:   Nov 09, 2019
#R1#
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rosenthal but Rosenthal pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rosenthal! But no joy.
Rosenthal throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Happy is looking for a counter combo.
Good shot there by Rosenthal.
Happy lands with an overhand left.
Happy closes the distance but Rosenthal moves to the side #KD2#
and Rosenthal counters with a crisp right hand that drops Happy! Rosenthal lets Happy back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#
Happy is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Anti Happy has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Rosenthal manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Happy on his heels. He'll look to pass Happy's guard now, I'm sure.
Oh Happy is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rosenthal would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Rosenthal looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Happy seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but Rosenthal defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
Happy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rosenthal can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rosenthal wants to stand but Happy is controlling his posture from full guard.
Rosenthal 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. #SUB#
Rosenthal avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Rosenthal decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Happy, up you get!
Rosenthal looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Happy throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Rosenthal counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rosenthal.
Rosenthal slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Happy looking for a triangle here. Rosenthal is fighting it but it looks tight! Happy pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Rosenthal is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Anti Happy!
Anti Happy spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: UnderGround FC 54     
Date:   Oct 12, 2019
#R1#
Happy scores with a three punch combo!
Happy swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Anderson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Anderson. #SUB2#
Happy working for a triangle but Anderson defends it easily.
Happy has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Anderson has passed into side control.
Happy takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Anderson advances nicely into full mount.
Happy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
BOOM! Anderson connects with a massive shot to the dome! #T1#
Happy tries to lock up and control but Anderson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Anderson lands a nice shot to the head.
Happy wants to hold on but Anderson pushes him away.
Happy is trying to escape the mount.
Anderson landing strikes from the mount.#T2#
Happy tries to hold on but Anderson pushes him away.
Anderson landing strikes from the mount.
Happy sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Nice strikes from Anderson there.
Anderson trying to control from half guard but Happy is working away.
Happy trying to control from the bottom.
Happy has hold of Anderson's hands but Anderson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Happy has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Anderson escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Anderson!#T3#
Happy is trying to improve his position.
Anderson working the head with strikes.
Anderson working the ground and pound from side control.
Happy takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
You can see the frustration on Happy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Anderson is putting a hurting on Happy here, landing some big shots from side control.
Anderson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T4#
Happy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Happy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Anderson keeps working.
Anderson is holding on to half guard well.
Anderson trying to control from the bottom.
Anderson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Anderson tries to get out of the position.
Happy wants to take a breather but Anderson is having none of it.
Anderson tries to get to full guard but Happy has control of the leg.
Happy wants to stand but Anderson has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jerome Anderson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Happy moves to clinch but Anderson breaks away
enabling Anderson to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Happy moves into the clinch.#BC#
Anderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Happy scores with a three punch combo!
Happy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Happy swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
so Anderson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Anderson postures up and lands a big shot to Happy's brow.
Anderson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Happy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Happy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1##SUB2#
Happy has his foot on Anderson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Anderson works his way back into a safe position though.
Anderson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Anderson pushes his legs off easily.
Anderson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Happy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson works over Happy with some ground and pound from guard.
Anderson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Anderson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Anderson stands up over Happy, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Happy is trying to keep Anderson in close.
Anderson won't allow Happy to get back to his feet.
Anderson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Anderson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Anderson tries to free his leg and advance position but Happy is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Happy shoots in and drives through. Anderson sprawls well.
Anderson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Anderson sprawls well. Anderson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Happy is breathing heavily.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Jerome Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Anderson stuffs the takedown attempt from Happy. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Anderson is looking for a counter combo.
Happy wants to clinch up but Anderson keeps it at a distance.
Anderson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Happy tries to clinch there but Anderson circles away.
Anderson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Anderson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Happy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Anderson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Happy somewhat.
Happy with a poor takedown #CL#
and Anderson counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC#
Anderson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A swing and a miss from Anderson.
Happy darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Anderson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Anderson is looking to counter punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jerome Anderson dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3##TD#
Anderson feints and as Happy raises his hands in defense, Anderson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Happy is trying to control the position but Anderson postures up.
Anderson landing some decent shots from guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Anderson pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Happy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jerome Anderson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Happy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Anderson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Anderson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Anderson with a nice head shot there.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Happy trying to control the position.
Anderson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Happy is keeping the position for now.
Anderson connects with a couple of short punches.
Happy manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Anderson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Happy is looking to stand up but Anderson won't let him. #T2#
Anderson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Anderson controlling the position.#SUB2#
Happy drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Anderson dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Anderson pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Anderson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T3#
Anderson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Anderson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Happy regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Happy is looking for a triangle here but Anderson uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Anderson is looking to take a break and control but Happy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Anderson is staying tight to Happy's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T4#
Anderson looks up at the clock and then as Happy takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Anderson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Anderson working the ground and pound from side control.
Anderson is working Happy over with some ground and pound from side control.
Happy is trying to work for a sweep but Anderson has mounted him!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Happy can't escape the position.
Anti Happy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jerome Anderson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Anderson is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Happy can't stay in a position like this for much longer.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jerome Anderson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Anderson 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jerome Anderson!

 

Event: UnderGround FC 44     
Date:   Sep 20, 2019
#R1#
Happy darts in looking for a takedown but Holliday gets double underhooks and turns Happy into the cage.
Happy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Holliday lands with an uppercut that bounces Happy off the cage and back into range.
Holliday misses with a wild body shot. #TD#
Happy darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Holliday scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Happy manages to mount him! #SUB#
Holliday defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Happy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Happy has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Holliday is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anti Happy!
Anti Happy 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: UnderGround FC 31     
Date:   Aug 17, 2019
#R1#
Jackson scores with a body shot.
Jackson looks to land a combination but Happy avoids it well.
Jackson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jackson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Happy.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Happy unleashes a big counter combination but Jackson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jackson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jackson clobbers Happy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jackson scores with a jab.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Happy shoots and misses
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Happy has taken the fight to the clinch.
Happy is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Happy displaying some good clinch control by pressing Jackson up against the cage.#T1#
Jackson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD2#
Happy gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Jackson is trying to stand back up but Happy is controlling him
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy stalling.
Let's hope that Happy 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.#T2#
Jackson is trying to get back to full guard.
Happy is trying to control the action in half guard but Jackson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Jackson looks to land a combination. Happy sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jackson misses with a two punch combination.
Happy throws a half hearted mid kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthony Jackson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Happy shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Happy stops Jackson from standing up.
Jackson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy 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. #SU2#
Happy gets to his feet - Jackson follows without any prompting. #T1#
Jackson throws a series of punches but Happy moves out of range.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
Jackson lands a two punch combo.
Anthony Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Happy misses with a head kick.
Happy avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Jackson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Happy circles away quickly and effectively.
Jackson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Happy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jackson circles away.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jackson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Happy.
Anthony Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Jackson throws a right and a left that Happy avoids nicely. #T2#
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jackson pinned against the cage. Jackson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jackson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Happy on the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson fails to land with a series of punches.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Jackson lands a two punch combo.
Jackson lands a two punch combo.
Jackson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anthony Jackson dominated that second round.
That's time! Jackson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Happy fails with the takedown
letting Jackson counter with a right hand.
Happy tries for a takedown but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jackson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Happy closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jackson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Happy avoids a punch combination nicely.
It looks like Jackson has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson misses with the combination.
Happy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD2#
Happy drives through with a takedown into Jackson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T1#
Happy postures up.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
Jackson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Happy on the ground.#SU2#
Happy stands up and waves to Jackson to follow him. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Happy looking to score a takedown here. Jackson is defending well but Happy drives through and ends up in Jackson's guard.#ES#
Jackson pushes Happy off and scrambles back to his feet.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown but Jackson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Happy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Anthony Jackson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Anthony Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
Jackson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Happy tries to clinch but Jackson moves out of range.
Anti Happy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL#
Jackson clinches with his opponent.
Jackson is trying to break the clinch but Happy has him pressed against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anthony Jackson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jackson, 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anthony Jackson!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 30, 2019
#R1#
Specht throws a head kick that misses.
Specht fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Happy avoids it really well and circles away.
Specht connects with a leg kick. Happy looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Happy displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Specht.
Specht tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Happy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Specht throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Specht is trying hard to land a takedown here. Happy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Happy throwing a counter right hand but Specht manages to avoid it.
Anti Happy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ken Specht.
Specht stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Specht wants it to stay on the feet.
Specht fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Happy attempts a counter takedown but Specht avoids it well and moves away.
Specht looks winded!
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Specht shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Happy displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Specht. #T1##TD#
Happy shoots in and gets a takedown into Specht's guard.
Happy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Specht is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Happy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Happy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Happy is looking to stand up but Specht won't let him. #T2#
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Happy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Happy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Specht manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Happy 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. #T3#
Specht has a closed guard, preventing Happy from standing up.
Specht wants to stand and escape but Happy is having none of it.
Specht avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Specht utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've been informed that Specht has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Happy sitting in guard here, content to control.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Specht fails with the takedown.
Specht tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Happy defends well and Specht ends up having to push Happy into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Specht fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Specht is trying hard to land a takedown here. Happy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Happy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Specht napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB#
Happy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Happy working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.#TD#
Happy throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Specht was covering up waiting for the punch and Happy finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Happy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SU#
Happy stands up and waves to Specht to follow him.
Specht tries to close the distance and clinch but Happy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A counter left hand to the body from Happy misses its target.
Specht fails with the takedown.
Happy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Specht manages to circle out of the way.
Specht is breathing heavily.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Specht. Happy shrugs it off though.
Happy throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Specht stuffs the takedown.
Happy throws a combination that misses
and Specht counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Happy leaves Specht with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Specht shoots in looking for a takedown. Happy tries to sprawl out of it but Specht keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Happy manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Happy appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Anti Happy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ken Specht.
Specht looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice sprawl there from Happy as Specht shoots in.#TD#
Happy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Specht quickly recovers to half guard.
Happy lands with a punch from half guard.
Happy with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy moves into full mount! Specht won't be happy about that! #T3##SUB#
Happy working for a guillotine from mount but Specht is in no mood to give up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Happy controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Happy with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #T4##SUB#
Happy is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Specht is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Specht flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Happy anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Specht and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Happy slips an arm under Specht chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Happy has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Happy is squeezing on Specht like an anaconda would it's prey. Specht fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Anti Happy!
Anti Happy tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 23, 2019
#R1#
Happy throws a low kick but Mccoy moves out of range easily.
Mccoy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A big right from Happy misses. #TD#
Happy gets caught napping as Mccoy dives in and scores a takedown. Happy manages to retain guard.
Happy pulls Mccoy in to control the position.
Mccoy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Mccoy has gone for a leg lock! Happy slips out almost immediately though and dives into Mccoy's guard.#REVB#
Happy has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Mccoy is proving hard to escape from.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Mccoy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Happy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Happy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Happy looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SU2#
Happy decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD2#
Mccoy gets caught napping as Happy dives in and scores a takedown. Mccoy manages to retain guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mccoy's guard.
Happy with the ground and pound but Mccoy uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Mccoy keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully. #T3#
Happy pushes down on Mccoy's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mccoy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Mccoy wants to control but Happy is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Happy 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. Mccoy tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anti Happy!

 

 
 
 
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