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Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 16, 2023
#R1#
Bonifacio slips a jab from Krawlee.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bonifacio ! But no joy.
Krawlee misses with a looping right.
Bonifacio looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kree P Krawlee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bonifacio 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Krawlee connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bonifacio scrambles back to his feet.
Krawlee connects with a looping right hand.
Bonifacio tries to clinch but Krawlee moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Bonifacio - just one landing.
Krawlee lands a slapping body shot.
Krawlee looks to throw the jab but Bonifacio is out of range.
Krawlee sets himself, and Bonifacio steps forward looking for the clinch! Krawlee avoids it this time.
Krawlee lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Krawlee misses the shot to the body.
Bonifacio now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Krawlee misses the jab.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Krawlee.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Krawlee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Krawlee swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Good standup being displayed there by Bonifacio as he connects with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Krawlee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice uppercut there from Krawlee.#ROC#Bonifacio is rocked!
Krawlee throws an uppercut from hell that sends Bonifacio clean off his feet! He's out cold! Krawlee stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kree P Krawlee!
Kree P Krawlee very nearly forgot to thank Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
The defeated Luigi Bonifacio had this to say: 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: SMASH: Spratt vs Khan     
Date:   Nov 04, 2023
#R1#
Hunter throws a looping overhand right but Bonifacio ducks down to avoid it.
Bonifacio fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hunter takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hunter moves away.
Hunter appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hunter fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hunter pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bonifacio is out of range and Hunter settles back down.
Hunter swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Hunter is just out of range.
Hunter looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hunter was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Despite the aggression on Hunter's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunter walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bonifacio avoids the body shot from Hunter.
Bonifacio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hunter misses with an uppercut.
Bonifacio tries to clinch there but Hunter circles away. #T1#
Bonifacio tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hunter swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bonifacio is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice jab there from Hunter.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hunter throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Hunter 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.
Hunter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
No joy there for Hunter, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bonifacio misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Hunter connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bonifacio throws a lazy right hand but Hunter sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hunter was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bonifacio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hunter.
A telegraphed right hand from Bonifacio misses the target. #T2#
Hunter on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hunter thuds a left hand into Bonifacio 's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hunter goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Hunter connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bonifacio . Bonifacio circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nice defenses there by Hunter.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio misses with a looping left.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hunter.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hunter was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Hunter throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bonifacio .
Hunter goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Hunter.
Hunter throws a lazy right hand but Bonifacio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hunter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Hunter.
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bonifacio lunges at Hunter with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hunter's hand.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Hunter moves out of range.
Hunter appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hunter throws a leg kick but Bonifacio sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bonifacio cracks Hunter with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hunter wants to land a leg kick but Bonifacio is out of range.
Hunter tries to score with a low kick but Bonifacio moves his leg out of the way.
Hunter tests Bonifacio 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hunter circles away from the clinch attempt. #T4#
Hunter shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Hunter misses with a body kick.
Hunter looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hunter throws a solid leg kick but Bonifacio takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hunter.
Bonifacio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hunter.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A combination from Bonifacio does no damage.
A low kick from Hunter misses #CL#
and Bonifacio counters by clinching up.
Bonifacio swings wildly with an uppercut but Hunter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hunter's elbow.
I was talking to Bonifacio 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Bonifacio misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hunter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deer Hunter dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bonifacio is looking to clinch.
Bonifacio moves out of range as Hunter throws a body kick.
A leg kick checked by Bonifacio .
Hunter looks for the body kick but Bonifacio saw that one coming.
A nice leg kick from Hunter, right into the meat of the thigh.
Deer Hunter seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hunter swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hunter throws out the jab.
Bonifacio throwing a counter right hand but Hunter manages to avoid it.#CL#
Bonifacio fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hunter, pushing him back against the cage.
Hunter doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunter lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Hunter swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short uppercut from Bonifacio . #BC2#
Hunter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Hunter throws the kick towards the body but Bonifacio avoids it.
Hunter takes one to the chin there.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Hunter is just out of range.
Bonifacio blocks the body kick.
Hunter throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hunter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Hunter.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hunter.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Hunter swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hunter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bonifacio takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #ROC2#Bonifacio is rocked!
Bonifacio wants to stay close but Hunter steps back to make room for something. Bonifacio seems frozen to the spot and bam! huge swing of the leg from Hunter and Bonifacio drops like he has been shot! A huge head kick and it's all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Deer Hunter!
After winning the bout, Deer Hunter thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Luigi Bonifacio stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: SMASH: Erdogan vs Barkley     
Date:   Oct 01, 2023
#R1##TD#
Bonifacio gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Howlett to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bonifacio controlling the position.
Howlett engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Howlett is fighting to break Bonifacio 's control of his arms but Bonifacio is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Howlett wants to control from the top but Bonifacio keeps moving. #T1#
Howlett sitting in guard here, content to control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Howlett looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bonifacio !
Howlett wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bonifacio keeps working. #SUB#
Howlett working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bonifacio is trying to improve his position.#T2##SUB#
Howlett tries for a kimura but Bonifacio is defending well.
Howlett wants to take a breather but Bonifacio manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Howlett.
Bonifacio wants to sweep but no luck.
Bonifacio controls Howlett momentarily but Howlett frees himself.
Bonifacio tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Howlett is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Howlett slips nicely into half guard.
Howlett with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Howlett is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bonifacio has managed to free his arm - good work.
Howlett controlling the action here.
Howlett has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Howlett trying to control the action but Bonifacio is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bonifacio is defending against the submission attempts here by Howlett.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Howlett seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bonifacio does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

James Howlett dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Howlett closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Howlett tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bonifacio manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Howlett looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
James Howlett seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice sprawl there from Bonifacio as Howlett shoots in.
Bonifacio is looking to clinch.
Bonifacio wants to clinch.
Bonifacio scores with a nice head shot.
James Howlett is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bonifacio stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bonifacio wants it to stay on the feet.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Howlett shoots in looking for a takedown. Bonifacio tries to sprawl out of it but Howlett keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bonifacio manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bonifacio 's coach down at was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bonifacio 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Howlett. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonifacio moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1#
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Bonifacio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Howlett misses with a takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a right hand to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Bonifacio .
Howlett shoots for a takedown but Bonifacio saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bonifacio is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#TD#
Howlett scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Howlett is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Howlett perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Howlett is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bonifacio is just riding it out for now. Howlett eventually gives up the hold.
Bonifacio wants to control but Howlett 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.#T2#
Bonifacio is looking for a sweep. Howlett is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bonifacio looks like he's trying to stand up.
Howlett is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Bonifacio trying to control from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio is not content to let Howlett control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Bonifacio keeps the fight on the outside.
Howlett shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bonifacio pinned against the cage. Bonifacio gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Howlett shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bonifacio but Bonifacio pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Howlett closes the distance and clinches up with Bonifacio , looking for a takedown. Howlett pushes Bonifacio against the cage but Bonifacio circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Howlett moves out of range.
Howlett fails with a takedown attempt.
Bonifacio lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Bonifacio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Howlett tries to counter with a takedown but Bonifacio is quick to defend against it.
A punch combination from Bonifacio misses.
Bonifacio swinging wildly here.
Bonifacio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice side step and Bonifacio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T4#
Howlett is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bonifacio sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Howlett with a poor takedown
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Bonifacio stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bonifacio wants it to stay on the feet.
Howlett avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Howlett fails with the takedown
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Howlett attempts a counter takedown but Bonifacio avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Howlett dives in and scores a takedown into Bonifacio 's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Howlett trying to control but Bonifacio is working from the bottom.
Howlett looking to sit in guard and control but Bonifacio gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Howlett is trying to keep Bonifacio in close.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Howlett.
James Howlett overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Howlett is trying to get an arm triangle but Bonifacio is defending well. #SUB#
Howlett tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bonifacio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Howlett. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Howlett working away.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Howlett tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Howlett has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Howlett is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bonifacio has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Howlett is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bonifacio knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Howlett advances to mount. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Howlett looking to control but Bonifacio is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Howlett swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Bonifacio is now in Howlett's guard. A big mistake from Howlett there, giving up the dominant position!
Bonifacio is looking to pass into half guard but Howlett pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Howlett is in guard.#REVR#
Bonifacio keeping moving, preventing Howlett from controlling successfully.
Howlett controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bonifacio keeping moving, preventing Howlett from controlling successfully. #T3#
Howlett working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bonifacio is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Howlett 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.
Howlett wants to control from the top but Bonifacio keeps moving.
Howlett is really struggling to control Bonifacio but he's trying to hold on to the position.#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.
Howlett looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Howlett 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.
Howlett slips nicely into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Howlett trying to advance position but Bonifacio counters by regaining guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
James Howlett showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Howlett 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 Steve Erwin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 29:28
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Howlett!

James Howlett thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Luigi Bonifacio had this to say: 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: SMASH: Storm vs Furioto     
Date:   Sep 02, 2023
#R1#
Forza throws the kick towards the body but Bonifacio avoids it.
Forza throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bonifacio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Forza.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Forza avoids it easily.
Forza 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.
Forza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Forza swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A jab from Bonifacio finds it's way through Forza's defenses.
Bonifacio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Forza sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonifacio throws a nice looking combination but Forza bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Forza throws a leg kick
and Bonifacio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the body.
Forza misses with a straight right.
As Forza tries to get set, Bonifacio tries to push him back and clinch up but Forza manages to avoid the attempt.
Raimundo Forza seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forza throws a lazy body kick
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bonifacio loads up on a big right hand but Forza slips the punch.
Bonifacio misses with a lunging right hand
and Forza counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bonifacio lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Forza throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonifacio sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Bonifacio connects with a nice looking jab. #CL#
Bonifacio rushes Forza and presses him up against the cage.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Forza.
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Forza.
Forza misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Forza lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bonifacio misses with a punch on the inside.
Forza being controlled against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
Forza tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Forza misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonifacio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio gets through Forza's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Forza working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
I was talking to Bonifacio 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Bonifacio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Forza or not. #T2#
Forza lands an uppercut.
Forza misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio misses with a short punch on the inside.
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!
Bonifacio is leaning against Forza and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Forza.
Forza misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonifacio tries to work over Forza's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Forza tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
Forza lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Bonifacio lands a shot to the body.
Forza doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Forza.
Forza misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Forza slowing the pace effectively.
Forza misses with a hook from the clinch.
Forza is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Bonifacio lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Forza throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Forza tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Forza avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Forza misses with a hook to the ribs.
Forza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Forza doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bonifacio stalls.
Bonifacio blocks an elbow strike from Forza.
Bonifacio tries to work over Forza's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Forza throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A head punch on the inside from Forza fails to land.
A left hand lands to the body for Bonifacio .
Forza can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Forza pushes Bonifacio back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Forza.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bonifacio creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Stalling in the clinch from Bonifacio . #T4#
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Forza controls the action.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Forza.
Forza swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Forza controls his hands.
A short body shot lands from Forza as the two fighters clinch.
Bonifacio lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Forza misses with a short punch on the inside.
Forza tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Forza cracks Bonifacio with a nice body shot.
Forza swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Forza working aggressively here.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Bonifacio is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Bonifacio throws a punch but it's blocked by Forza.
Forza presses Bonifacio against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Forza is leaning against Bonifacio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Luigi Bonifacio will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Forza takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL2#
Forza closes the distance and clinches.
Forza misses with a punch on the inside.
Forza scores with a shot to the side of Bonifacio 's head.
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Forza.
A head punch on the inside from Bonifacio fails to land.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Forza avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Bonifacio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Forza.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Forza blocks it.
Forza doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forza blocks an uppercut.
Forza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Forza tries to throw a body punch but Bonifacio avoids it by throwing Forza back against the cage.
Forza throws a head punch that misses.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Raimundo Forza seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bonifacio avoiding damage as Forza throws knees to the body. #T1#
Forza lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Forza misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bonifacio slowing the pace effectively.
Forza pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A short uppercut from Forza.
Bonifacio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Forza swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Forza.
Forza misses with some punches.
Forza is leaning against Bonifacio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Forza's elbow.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Forza creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Forza.
Forza misses with a hook to the ribs.
Forza works on Bonifacio 's body with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Forza softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Forza.
Forza blocks an uppercut.
Forza lands with a right to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bonifacio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Forza blocks it.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Forza avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Forza digs a right hand underneath Bonifacio 's ribcage. Bonifacio let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Forza's elbow.
Forza misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Forza scores with a shot to the side of Bonifacio 's head.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Forza tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Forza lands with a light punch inside.
Forza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Forza blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Forza lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Forza tries to throw a body punch but Bonifacio avoids it by throwing Forza back against the cage. #T3#
Forza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Forza misses with a punch to the body.
Forza tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Forza.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio .
Forza misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio tries to work over Forza's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Forza. #ROC2#Bonifacio is rocked!
Forza pushes Bonifacio against the cage. Forza is working some dirty boxing. Forza pushes off with a quick right hook! Bonifacio goes down! Bonifacio tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Forza moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Raimundo Forza!
An out of breath Raimundo Forza thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Luigi Bonifacio spoke after the fight, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: SMASH: Frewin vs Nascimento 5     
Date:   Aug 05, 2023
#R1##CL#
Bonifacio has Nuragomidova up against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Nuragomidova's face as he tries to break the clinch.
I was talking to Bonifacio 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Bonifacio is leaning against Nuragomidova and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bonifacio presses Nuragomidova against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Nuragomidova controls his hands.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Nuragomidova pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nuragomidova looks for a takedown but Bonifacio sprawls well.
Nuragomidova throws a nice looking combination but Bonifacio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nuragomidova thows a left - swing and a miss!
As Nuragomidova tries to get set, Bonifacio tries to push him back and clinch up but Nuragomidova manages to avoid the attempt.#CL#
Bonifacio moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nuragomidova tries to break the clinch but Bonifacio is controlling the position.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Nuragomidova avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Bonifacio leaning his opponent against the cage.
Nuragomidova wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bonifacio has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Nuragomidova tries to break free but Bonifacio pushes him back against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A right hook to the body lands for Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nuragomidova wants to break free but Bonifacio has control.
Nuragomidova tries to circle away but Bonifacio has him pinned against the cage.
Bonifacio content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Nuragomidova misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nuragomidova effectively controlling the action here.
A right hand to the body from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nuragomidova is trying to break the clinch but Bonifacio is controlling him.#T2#
Bonifacio lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bonifacio controlling the action here for a moment.
Nuragomidova misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Nuragomidova misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nuragomidova tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Nuragomidova blocks it.
Nuragomidova misses with some punches.
Bonifacio presses Nuragomidova against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bonifacio cracks Nuragomidova with a nice body shot.
Nuragomidova is trying to force a seperation but Bonifacio has the dominant position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nuragomidova. #T3#
Nuragomidova is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bonifacio lands a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nuragomidova takes a shot to the head. #ROC#Nuragomidova is rocked!
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Nuragomidova blocks it.
Nuragomidova has had enough of the clinch but Bonifacio keeps him there for the moment.
Bonifacio pushes Nuragomidova back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nuragomidova tries to break the clinch but Bonifacio is controlling the position.
Nuragomidova has had enough of the clinch but Bonifacio keeps him there for the moment.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short uppercut from Bonifacio .
Nuragomidova is still on wobbly legs! Can Bonifacio finish him?
Bonifacio lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bonifacio taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bonifacio takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A right hand to the body from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio digs a right hand into Nuragomidova's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nuragomidova's gas tank.
Nuragomidova seems to have recovered his senses.
Bonifacio lands a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bonifacio is working Nuragomidova over against the cage.
Nuragomidova is trying to break the clinch but Bonifacio is controlling him.
Bonifacio works on Nuragomidova's body with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Nuragomidova blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nuragomidova's elbow.
Nuragomidova can't break the clinch.
Nuragomidova wants to get back to striking at distance but Bonifacio won't allow it.
Nuragomidova misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio digs a right hand into Nuragomidova's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nuragomidova's gas tank.
Nuragomidova tries to circle away but Bonifacio has him pinned against the cage.
Bonifacio lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nuragomidova backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Bonifacio .
A head punch on the inside from Nuragomidova fails to land.
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bonifacio tries to work over Nuragomidova's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nuragomidova wants to get back to striking at distance but Bonifacio won't allow it.
A short right from Bonifacio on the inside.
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
Bonifacio lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bonifacio 's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Nuragomidova throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonifacio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nuragomidova.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nuragomidova.
Bonifacio lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nuragomidova at a distance.
Nuragomidova falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Bonifacio clinches up with Nuragomidova and pushes him back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Bonifacio as the two fighters clinch.
Nuragomidova misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio lands a nice uppercut.
Nuragomidova is trying to force a seperation but Bonifacio has the dominant position.
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Nuragomidova controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio keeps control of Nuragomidova as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A body shot lands from Bonifacio .
Nuragomidova stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bonifacio lands a hook that snaps the head of Nuragomidova backwards.
Nuragomidova wants to get back to striking at distance but Bonifacio won't allow it.
Bonifacio lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Nuragomidova tries to circle away but Bonifacio has him pinned against the cage.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Bonifacio lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nuragomidova's elbow.
Bonifacio has Nuragomidova pressed against the cage, preventing Nuragomidova from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Nuragomidova misses with a punch to the body.
Nuragomidova looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bonifacio lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nuragomidova's elbow.
Nuragomidova wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Nuragomidova has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Nuragomidova wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bonifacio has him pressed against the cage.
Nuragomidova is trying to push Bonifacio away but Bonifacio has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Nuragomidova misses with a punch on the inside.
Nuragomidova wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Bonifacio digs a right hand underneath Nuragomidova's ribcage. Nuragomidova let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short uppercut from Bonifacio .
Nuragomidova wants to break free but Bonifacio has control.
Bonifacio is leaning against Nuragomidova and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T2#
Nuragomidova is trying to break the clinch but Bonifacio is controlling him.
Bonifacio keeps control of Nuragomidova as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Nuragomidova is trying to break free.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Nuragomidova misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio lands with a light punch inside.
Nuragomidova tries to circle away but Bonifacio has him pinned against the cage.
Nuragomidova misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nuragomidova is trying to force a seperation but Bonifacio has the dominant position.
Bonifacio lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nuragomidova.
Nuragomidova is breathing heavily.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Bonifacio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nuragomidova can do to turn this around?
A right handed body shot lands from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nuragomidovas head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nuragomidova wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bonifacio has him pressed against the cage.
Nuragomidova is looking to break free of the clinch but Bonifacio has double underhooks.
Nuragomidova has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
A frustrated look appears on Nuragomidova's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nuragomidova has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bonifacio digs a right hand into Nuragomidova's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nuragomidova's gas tank. #T3#
Bonifacio lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bonifacio creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Nuragomidova's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Nuragomidova drops to his knees and Bonifacio pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luigi Bonifacio !
Luigi Bonifacio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
The defeated Khalib Nuragomidova had this to say: 'I AM STILL THE KING OF BUMS SCREW U ALL '.

 

Event: SMASH: Frewin vs Nacimento 3     
Date:   Jun 18, 2023
#R1#
Alaska's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bonifacio connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Alaska scrambles back to his feet.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alaska closes the distance but Bonifacio moves to the side
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alaska tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bonifacio needs to keep his hands up - Alaska had a free shot at his head there.
Alaska misses with a lunging right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Alaska misses with a right hand
and Alaska takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Alaska on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alaska manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Alaska closes the distance and pushes Bonifacio back into the cage.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
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!
Alaska lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Alaska misses with a punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Bonifacio as the two fighters clinch.
Alaska jumps guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Alaska fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T1#
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio holds him up against the cage and eventually Alaska drops back down to his feet.
Bonifacio works on Alaska's body with a couple of short punches.
Still in the clinch, Bonifacio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alaska wants to stall.
Alaska stalling in the clinch but Bonifacio improves position.
Alaska seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska looking to slow down the pace here.
A nice left hand lands by Alaska.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Alaska - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Richie Alaska.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonifacio manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Alaska.
Bonifacio ducks right into an uppercut from Alaska.
The crowd cheers as Bonifacio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Alaska doesn't seem phased though.#T2##CL#
Bonifacio rushes Alaska and presses him up against the cage.
Bonifacio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bonifacio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bonifacio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
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!
Bonifacio lands a hook that snaps the head of Alaska backwards.
Alaska prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richie Alaska.
Bonifacio works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio holds him up against the cage and eventually Alaska drops back down to his feet.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Alaska tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bonifacio just stands there and leans against the cage.
Alaska looking to stall.
Bonifacio pushes Alaska back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Alaska controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio - that landed with a thud. #T3#
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the side of Alaska's head.
Alaska is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Alaska misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonifacio is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio is stalling here.
Alaska fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alaska's elbow.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Alaska prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Bonifacio as Alaska tries to tie him up.
Alaska is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bonifacio is keeping busy.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T4#
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Alaska tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bonifacio lands a left hand.
I was talking to Bonifacio 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bonifacio lands with a light punch inside.
Alaska throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Alaska taking a breather.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Alaska blocks it.
Alaska tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bonifacio just stands there and leans against the cage.
Alaska taking a breather.
Alaska jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bonifacio walks away with a smile on his face. Alaska gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bonifacio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Alaska moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Alaska moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bonifacio throws a series of punches but Alaska moves out of range. #CL#
Bonifacio clinches up against the cage.
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Alaska misses with a hook from the clinch.
Alaska tries to stall but Bonifacio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bonifacio lands with a light punch inside.
Alaska is trying to maintain a safe position but Bonifacio gets an underhook and turns Alaska into the cage.
Alaska misses with the head strike.
Alaska misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio scores with a shoulder strike.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bonifacio is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Alaska is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bonifacio is keeping busy.
Alaska misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Richie Alaska.
Bonifacio slips a jab from Alaska.
Alaska misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Alaska throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Bonifacio closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Bonifacio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio holds him up against the cage and eventually Alaska drops back down to his feet.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bonifacio lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bonifacio lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Alaska.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Bonifacio .
Alaska wants to stall.
Alaska lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Alaska fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richie Alaska.
Alaska tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T2#
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska stalling in the clinch but Bonifacio improves position.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Alaska tries to stall but Bonifacio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bonifacio digs a right hand into Alaska's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Alaska's gas tank.
Bonifacio pushes Alaska back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alaska blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Alaska swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Alaska looking to stall.
Alaska trying to control the position but instead, Bonifacio has worked for underhooks and has pushed Alaska into the cage.
Alaska misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio has him pressed against the cage.
Bonifacio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Alaska or not.
Alaska jumps guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Alaska jumps guard but Bonifacio stands there with Alaska around his waist. Alaska gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Bonifacio .
Alaska is breathing heavily.
Bonifacio cracks Alaska with a nice body shot.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short body shot lands from Bonifacio as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio digs a right hand into Alaska's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Alaska's gas tank.
Alaska tries to stall but Bonifacio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bonifacio tries to work over Alaska's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alaska jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bonifacio walks away with a smile on his face. Alaska gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Bonifacio forces Alaska back against the cage and clinches.
Bonifacio is leaning against Alaska and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Alaska or not.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio leaning against his opponent.
Bonifacio tries to work over Alaska's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alaska fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Luigi Bonifacio has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Alaska tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bonifacio just stands there and leans against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
A short right from Bonifacio on the inside.
Bonifacio tries to work over Alaska's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alaska has Bonifacio pushed against the cage.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio has him pressed against the cage.
Bonifacio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC#Alaska is rocked!
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Alaska is still on wobbly legs! Can Bonifacio finish him?
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bonifacio lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Alaska to his knees! Bonifacio keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luigi Bonifacio !
Luigi Bonifacio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: SMASH: Hasselhoff vs Tantor     
Date:   May 21, 2023
#R1#
Bonifacio avoids the head kick by Mcgee.
Mcgee fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bonifacio .
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mcgee moves away.
Mcgee really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Bonifacio slips a straight right by Mcgee.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mcgee moves away.
Bonifacio cracks Mcgee with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Mcgee lands a slapping body shot.
Bonifacio misses with a wild combination.
Mcgee connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bonifacio momentarily.
Bonifacio looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Mcgee looks to land a combination but Bonifacio avoids it well.
Mcgee throws a left and a right that both miss #CL2#
and Bonifacio moves into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Mcgee breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mcgee throws an overhand right that lands on Bonifacio 's shoulder, as Bonifacio tries to avoid the shot.
Bonifacio moves away from the strike by Mcgee. #T1#
Bonifacio dodges the punch combination from Mcgee.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mcgee moves away.
Mcgee throws a hook but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bonifacio cracks Mcgee with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Mcgee scores with a nice head shot.
A swing and a miss from Mcgee.
Mcgee tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bonifacio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bonifacio takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#ROC#Bonifacio is rocked!
Mcgee is throwing a storm of strikes! Right hook, left hook and follows it up with a spinning back fist! Bonifacio hits the canvas like a rag doll! And just like that, this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Rockwell Mcgee!
Rockwell Mcgee looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I’ve got something to say to my wife: Wash them toes, baby, ‘cause daddy’s comin’ home!'.
Luigi Bonifacio was interviewed post fight and said 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: SMASH: Big Mouth vs River 2     
Date:   Apr 23, 2023
#R1#
Egyptian connects with a single shot there.
Egyptian throws a body shot but no joy.
We've been informed that Egyptian 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.
Egyptian throws an off balance right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a nice body shot.
Egyptian misses with a straight right.
Egyptian with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Egyptian misses with a low kick.
Sloppy strikes from Egyptian. Those never looked like landing.
Egyptian looks to land a left hand but Bonifacio moved out of range nicely.
Osiris Egyptian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Egyptian ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Egyptian.
Bonifacio is looking to counter the offense by Egyptian and move into the clinch.
Egyptian throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bonifacio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bonifacio misses the jab.
Bonifacio tries to close the distance and clinch up but Egyptian swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Despite the aggression on Egyptian's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bonifacio fails with an attempt to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Egyptian! But no joy.#CL#
Bonifacio gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Egyptian takes a shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Egyptian misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Egyptian blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Egyptian tries to land knees in the clinch but Bonifacio avoids the damage to the body. #T1#
Egyptian lands a body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Egyptian fails to land.
Egyptian tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bonifacio avoids it.
Egyptian lands a hook that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Egyptian is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Egyptian's elbow.
Egyptian blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Egyptian is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bonifacio is defending well for now.
Egyptian misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Egyptian throws a head punch that misses.
Egyptian lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bonifacio working aggressively here.
Egyptian makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
I was talking to Bonifacio 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Egyptian has Bonifacio pushed against the cage.#T2#
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Bonifacio 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio is trying to stall.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Egyptian is looking to break free of the clinch but Bonifacio has double underhooks.
Egyptian working aggressively here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Egyptian swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio slowing the pace effectively.
Egyptian throws an elbow that misses. #T3##BC2#
Egyptian escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Egyptian throws a looping overhand right but Bonifacio ducks down to avoid it.
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Egyptian throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
Egyptian throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Egyptian throws a lazy uppercut
and Bonifacio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bonifacio with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Egyptian to score with a decent uppercut.
Egyptian lands a nice looking body shot.
A cross from Bonifacio lands.
Bonifacio misses with a double jab.
Egyptian throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sloppy strikes from Egyptian. Those never looked like landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Egyptian smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Egyptian throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonifacio staying out of range there.
Bonifacio is looking to wear down Egyptian with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Egyptian scores with a decent looking hook.#T4#
Egyptian throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice defenses there by Bonifacio .
Egyptian throws a lazy right hand but Bonifacio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Egyptian needs to keep his hands up - Bonifacio had a free shot at his head there.
Egyptian explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Bonifacio misses with a double jab.
Egyptian misses with a left hand
and Bonifacio counters with a three punch combo that has Egyptian backing up. Egyptian nods at Bonifacio to acknowledge the strikes.
Bonifacio misses with the combination.
Bonifacio drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bonifacio jabs Egyptian right on the nose. Egyptian blinks but takes it well.
Egyptian swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Egyptian misses with a kick to the body.
Egyptian just misses with a punch to the body.
Egyptian scores with a one two! Bonifacio had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Egyptian with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bonifacio to score with a decent uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osiris Egyptian 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#
Egyptian swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Egyptian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Egyptian has Bonifacio up against the cage in a clinch.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Egyptian lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2#
Egyptian's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Egyptian misses with a wild combination.
It looked like Bonifacio was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Egyptian.
Egyptian thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bonifacio tries to counter by clinching up but Egyptian breaks away and moves out of range.
Egyptian looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
Bonifacio throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Egyptian stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Egyptian throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the body.
Egyptian throws an off balance right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Egyptian lands an overhand right.
Egyptian swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Egyptian scores with a body shot. #T1#
Egyptian throws a shot to the body.
Egyptian misses with a leg kick.
Good shot there by Egyptian.
Egyptian misses with a body shot.
Egyptian misses with an uppercut
and Bonifacio counters with a left to the body.
Egyptian misses the jab.
Egyptian tries to land a leg kick but Bonifacio saw it coming and moves away.
Egyptian misses with a hook.
Egyptian misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Egyptian throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bonifacio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Egyptian lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Egyptian. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Egyptian throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Egyptian throws a hook but Bonifacio blocks it.
Egyptian throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio moves out of range as Egyptian strikes.
Egyptian fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T2#
Bonifacio lands a jab to Egyptian's midsection.
Egyptian sizes up Bonifacio with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Good work by Bonifacio as he checks the leg kick.
Bonifacio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Egyptian misses the jab.
Egyptian ducks under a wild hook from Bonifacio .
Egyptian swats away the attempt to clinch by Bonifacio .
Egyptian is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bonifacio with a body shot.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body. Egyptian takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body. Egyptian takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bonifacio staying out of range there.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Egyptian misses with a combination
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Egyptian will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Egyptian swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Egyptian takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Egyptian avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Egyptian's head.
Bonifacio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Egyptian circles away quickly and effectively.
Bonifacio gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Egyptian.
A swing and a miss from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Egyptian.
Egyptian slips under a jab.
Good exchange - Bonifacio coming out on top.
The crowd cheers as Egyptian lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bonifacio doesn't seem phased though.
Egyptian ducks under a wild hook from Bonifacio .
Egyptian rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bonifacio counters with a straight right hand.
Egyptian motions for Bonifacio to come forward. Egyptian throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Egyptian lands a nice hook to Bonifacio 's body. Bonifacio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Egyptian throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Egyptian thinking.
Bonifacio moves away from the strike by Egyptian. #T4#
Egyptian tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bonifacio is able to avoid easily.
Egyptian gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CL2#
Bonifacio gets tackled into the cage by Egyptian. Egyptian maintains the clinch.
Bonifacio working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bonifacio lands with a left to the head.
Bonifacio lands a right hand.
Egyptian blocks an uppercut.
Egyptian misses with the head strike.
Egyptian blocks a body shot from Bonifacio . #BC2#
Egyptian breaks from the clinch.
Egyptian jabs Bonifacio right on the nose. Bonifacio blinks but takes it well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Egyptian throws a jab but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Egyptian misses with a left hand
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Egyptian on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Egyptian throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Egyptian misses with an uppercut. Bonifacio saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Osiris Egyptian will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Bonifacio 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Egyptian throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nice defenses there by Bonifacio .
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Egyptian does a little dance to reset his feet.
Egyptian misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bonifacio .
Egyptian throws a right and a left that both miss.
Egyptian misses with a shot to the body
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Bonifacio scores with a crisp jab that stopped Egyptian in his tracks.
Egyptian takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bonifacio takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Egyptian throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#CL#
Bonifacio has closed the distance and engaged Egyptian in a clinch.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Egyptian's elbow.
A short uppercut from Bonifacio .
Egyptian taking a breather.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Egyptian trying to land knees to the body.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Egyptian controls the action. #T1#
Bonifacio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Egyptian or not.
Bonifacio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike.
Bonifacio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Egyptian dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Bonifacio working aggressively here.
Egyptian misses with an elbow strike.
Bonifacio keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Egyptian's efforts to push away.
Bonifacio works on Egyptian's body with a couple of short punches.
Egyptian swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Bonifacio holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Bonifacio dodges an elbow strike from Egyptian.
Egyptian displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bonifacio up against the cage.
Egyptian is stalling here. #BC2#
Egyptian's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A jab from Egyptian misses.
As Egyptian tries to get set, Bonifacio tries to push him back and clinch up but Egyptian manages to avoid the attempt.
Egyptian tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Egyptian.
Egyptian lands with a thumping leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bonifacio looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Egyptian throws a lazy uppercut
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Egyptian throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bonifacio dodges the punch combination from Egyptian.
Bonifacio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bonifacio connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Egyptian's hands.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Egyptian throws out the jab.
Luigi Bonifacio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bonifacio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL#
Bonifacio moves into the clinch.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Egyptian controls the action.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Egyptian tries to circle away but Bonifacio has him pinned against the cage.
Egyptian working aggressively here.
Bonifacio lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T4#
Egyptian lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Egyptians head.
Egyptian blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Egyptian prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Bonifacio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Egyptian blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Egyptian misses with the head strike.
Egyptian prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio dodges an elbow strike from Egyptian.
Egyptian misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
Egyptian is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bonifacio is keeping busy.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Osiris Egyptian!

Osiris Egyptian took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, 30th Century Beer Store for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Luigi Bonifacio spoke after the fight, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: OFK 283 - Barnes Vs Presley     
Date:   Mar 25, 2023
#R1#
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kim moves away.
A jab lands there for Bonifacio .
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Kim is just out of range.
Kim steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kim was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kim lands with a short shot to the head.
Kim working aggressively here.
Kim gets through Bonifacio 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kim throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kims head.
Still in the clinch, Kim scores with a nice short uppercut.
I was talking to Bonifacio 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kim throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bonifacio s head.
Kim throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Still in the clinch, Bonifacio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonifacio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kims head.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kim prevents a body shot from Bonifacio . #T1#
Kim lands an uppercut.
Kim struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
A right hand to the body from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio pressing his opponent against the cage.
A short uppercut from Kim.
Kim prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Kim blocks an uppercut.
Kim lands with a light punch inside.
Kim misses with a punch on the inside.
Kim misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio leaning his opponent against the cage.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
Kim lands a left hand. #T2#
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Kim misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Kim avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Bonifacio throws a head punch that misses.
Kim lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bonifacio lands a body punch in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Kim escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kim just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Kim misses the target. #CL2#
Kim clinches up with Bonifacio and pushes him back against the cage.
Kim throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Kim fails to land.
Kim blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kim.
Kim tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kim can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Kim misses with the head strike. #T3#
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kim lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Kim doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kim blocking some punches.
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kim backwards.
Kim lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio lands with a light punch inside.
Kim misses with the head strike.
Kim lands a nice uppercut.
Kim blocks an uppercut.
Kim working aggressively here.
Kim fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kim misses with the head strike. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kim.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Kim controls the action.
Kim tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
Kim misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
Kim misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kim.
Kim can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Still in the clinch, Kim scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bonifacio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kim's elbow.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kim tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kim misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yasol Kim dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A jab from Bonifacio finds it's way through Kim's defenses.
Bonifacio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kim throws a hook but Bonifacio avoids it easily.
Kim swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Kim waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Bonifacio throws the left hand but Kim avoids the punch easily.
Kim tried to score with a low kick but Bonifacio checks it.#CL#
Bonifacio gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a left hand.
Bonifacio lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kim tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kim prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Kim struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Bonifacio throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Kim lands an uppercut.
Kim misses with some punches.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Kim misses with a body punch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kim tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Kim misses with the head strike.
Kim misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kim tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kim lands with a light punch inside.
Bonifacio lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kim backwards.
Bonifacio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kim fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kim tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Kim lands with a short shot to the head.
Bonifacio misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio stalling. #T2#
Kim working aggressively here.
Kim lands a shoulder strike.
Bonifacio lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yasol Kim seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kim doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kim throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
Kim scores with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kim blocks an uppercut.
Kim has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
Kim lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Kim fails to land.
Kim gets through Bonifacio 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kim throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Kim prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a punch but it's blocked by Kim.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kim lands a shoulder strike.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Kim controls his hands.
Kim lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kim letting Bonifacio take a breather here.
Kim misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Kim misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kim misses with a hook from the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kim throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Kim working aggressively here. #T4#
Kim scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Kim.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A short uppercut from Kim.
Kim lands with a short shot to the head.
Kim misses with a punch on the inside.
Kim softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kim can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
Kim misses with some punches.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio pushes Kim back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Kim.
Bonifacio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yasol Kim showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio blocks a jab.
It looked like Bonifacio was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kim.
Bonifacio lands with a cross. #CL#
Bonifacio drives through and clinches with Kim against the cage.
Bonifacio lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kim backwards.
Bonifacio misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
A shot in the inside from Kim.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kim fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kim tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kim.
Kim lands a body punch in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kim tries to throw a body punch but Bonifacio avoids it by throwing Kim back against the cage.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kim misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bonifacio .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Kim is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kim lands a body shot.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kim goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kim goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kim blocks an uppercut.
Kim has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kim tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kim can't get the takedown.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Kim controls the action.
Kim fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kim tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kim misses with some punches.
Kim tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
Kim tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it. #T2#
Bonifacio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kim misses with the head strike.
Kim makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bonifacio throws a punch but it's blocked by Kim.
Kim misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonifacio misses with some punches.
Kim working aggressively here.
Kim misses with some punches.
Kim misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio throws a punch but it's blocked by Kim.
Bonifacio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kim tries to throw a body punch but Bonifacio avoids it by throwing Kim back against the cage.
Kim swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kim misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kim misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio 's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Yasol Kim is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Kim controls his hands.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio is stalling here.
Luigi Bonifacio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bonifacio takes a knee to the side of the body.
Kim blocks an uppercut.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T4#
Kim blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kim scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bonifacio swings wildly with an uppercut but Kim uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kim.
Kim blocks an uppercut.
Kim tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Stalling in the clinch from Kim.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.

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 Luigi Bonifacio .
I think Kim 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yasol Kim!

During a confident post fight interview, Yasol Kim thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Luigi Bonifacio stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: OFK 278 - Kosmanov Vs Ryan     
Date:   Mar 05, 2023
#R1##CL2#
Alela tries to keep at a distance but Bonifacio has taken the fight into the clinch.
Alela misses with a punch on the inside.
Alela blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Alela pushes Bonifacio back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Alela tries to score a body lock takedown but Bonifacio shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A shot in the inside from Alela. #BC#
Alela breaks from the clinch.
Alela is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonifacio .
Alela misses with a looping left.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Alela tries a head kick but it misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bonifacio tests Alela's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bonifacio tests Alela's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alela throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alela takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL2#
Bonifacio drives through and clinches with Alela against the cage. #T1#
Alela blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bonifacio lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Alela is working Bonifacio over against the cage.
Alela can't get the takedown.
Alela tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Alela avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Bonifacio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio digs a right hand underneath Alela's ribcage. Alela let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A nice left hand lands by Alela.
Alela wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sao Alela. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Alela wants a takedown.
Bonifacio working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Alela has Bonifacio pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bonifacio manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Alela blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a head punch that misses.
Alela misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio is working Alela over against the cage.#T2#
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Alela misses with some punches.
Bonifacio works on Alela's body with a couple of short punches.
Bonifacio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Bonifacio on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to work over Alela's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
Alela is trying to drag Bonifacio to the mat but Bonifacio just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Alela has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bonifacio . #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio avoids the elbow strike from Alela, against the cage.
Bonifacio has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Alela seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bonifacio can turn it around.
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Alela backwards.
Bonifacio prevents the takedown attempt.
Alela wants a takedown but no success here.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio lands a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bonifacio is leaning against Alela and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short uppercut from Bonifacio .
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Alela drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Bonifacio gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Bonifacio scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T4#
Alela tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Alela is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bonifacio stalling against the cage.
Bonifacio lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alela blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Alela is leaning against Bonifacio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Alela is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bonifacio is defending well.
Bonifacio avoiding damage.
A head punch on the inside from Alela fails to land.
Alela is looking for a takedown.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Alela struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Alela has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bonifacio lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that round.
That's time! Alela's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from Alela misses the target.
Alela lands a jab.#TD#
Alela feints and as Bonifacio raises his hands in defense, Alela 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.
Bonifacio trying to control the position here.
Bonifacio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Alela. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Alela trying to control but Bonifacio is working from the bottom.
Alela tries to free his leg and advance position but Bonifacio is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alela throws a big elbow that misses.
Alela trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonifacio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bonifacio trying to control the position here. #T1#
Alela is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Bonifacio controls Alela momentarily but Alela frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Alela goes for a double leg but Bonifacio avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bonifacio continues to drive forward.
Alela is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bonifacio is defending well.
Bonifacio lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Alela.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Alela.
Alela blocking some punches.
Alela tries to break the clinch but Bonifacio is controlling the position.
Bonifacio throws a punch but it's blocked by Alela.
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
Bonifacio stalling in the clinch.
Bonifacio prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sao Alela. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Alela turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Alela manages to end up in side control.
Alela trying to control the position but Bonifacio is working away.
Alela is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Bonifacio is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Alela throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Alela is looking to take a break and control but Bonifacio is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bonifacio is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
The strikes coming from Alela are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
You can see the frustration on Bonifacio 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Alela goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Bonifacio rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Alela's guard! Nice work there by Bonifacio !
Bonifacio tries to free his leg and advance position but Alela is retaining full guard.
Alela is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bonifacio is controlling him. #T4#
Bonifacio 's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bonifacio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alela wants to get back to his feet but Bonifacio is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Alela lands a leg kick that knocks Bonifacio off balance momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sao Alela will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
No joy there for Alela, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bonifacio digs a good body shot into Alela's ribs.
Bonifacio throws a right hand that misses
and Alela cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bonifacio gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bonifacio throws a series of punches but Alela moves out of range.
Alela looks to throw a body kick
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice uppercut there from Bonifacio .
Alela uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio walks into a stiff left hand from Alela.
Bonifacio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bonifacio tries to move into range but Alela moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonifacio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Alela doesn't seem bothered though.
Alela steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Alela swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bonifacio .
Alela throws a leg kick that misses.
Bonifacio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Alela throws a jab when Bonifacio was well out of range.
Sao Alela is winning the standup battle so far.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alela manages to avoid it.
Alela takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Alela lands a high kick!
Alela ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Bonifacio moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alela.
Bonifacio throws a right and a left that Alela avoids nicely.
A big right from Alela misses.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Alela looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
Bonifacio takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bonifacio lands a jab-cross combination.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
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!
Bonifacio moves away from the strike by Alela.
Bonifacio is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Alela rather than just go for the knockout.
Alela shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bonifacio but Bonifacio pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2#
A short left from Bonifacio .
Alela throws a head punch that misses.
Alela is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bonifacio gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Bonifacio keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Alela's efforts to push away.
Alela drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sao Alela. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Alela is trying to push Bonifacio away but Bonifacio has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Alela tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Alela lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Bonifacio lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Alela goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bonifacio prevents it.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Alela. #BC#
Alela breaks from the clinch.
Alela throws a lazy right hand but Bonifacio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Alela throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Bonifacio misses with a wild combination.
Bonifacio cracks a nice hook into Alela's ribs.
Bonifacio connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bonifacio scores with a sloppy right hand. Alela should have avoided that one.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Alela's ribcage but misses.
Alela scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bonifacio 's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bonifacio duly obliges.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Alela misses with a lunging right hand
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bonifacio takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Alela cracks a nice hook into Bonifacio 's ribs.
Alela throws a low kick but Bonifacio avoids it.#T4#
A good leg kick by Alela.
Alela throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bonifacio 's waist but Bonifacio gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Alela off to one side.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alela was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to move into range but Alela moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Alela uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Alela.
A shot to the liver by Bonifacio . Beautiful body shot.
Alela takes one to the chin there.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alela moves away.
Bonifacio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bonifacio scores with a body shot.
Alela waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bonifacio misses with a few strikes there.
Bonifacio slips a straight right by Alela.#CL2#
Bonifacio clinches.
Alela looking for a takedown.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bonifacio 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

A less than humble Luigi Bonifacio misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: OFK 274 - Kosmanov Vs Do Urden     
Date:   Feb 19, 2023
#R1#
Bomstaerk shoots in for a takedown but Bonifacio shows good takedown defense.
Bonifacio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bomstaerk with a body shot.
Bomstaerk really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD#
Bomstaerk gets the takedown into side control.
Bomstaerk lands an elbow.
Bonifacio prevents Bomstaerk from moving into mount.
Bonifacio tries to buck Bomstaerk off but Bomstaerk is having none of it.
Bomstaerk 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.
Bomstaerk in side control, throwing shots but Bonifacio defends.
Bomstaerk throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Bomstaerk wants to control but Bonifacio is keeping him busy.
Bomstaerk misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Bonifacio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bomstaerk. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bomstaerk landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Bomstaerk lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T1#
Bomstaerk working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SUB#
Bomstaerk goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Bonifacio rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Bomstaerk's guard! Nice work there by Bonifacio !
Bonifacio stays in close to Bomstaerk's body and controls the position.
Bonifacio postures up. #SUB#
Bomstaerk is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bomstaerk is looking to stand up but Bonifacio isn't so interested in that idea.
Bomstaerk looking for a sweep. Not yet Bomstaerk, not yet.
Bonifacio won't allow Bomstaerk to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Bomstaerk scrambles and gets back to his feet. #TD#
Bomstaerk is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bonifacio 's half guard.

Bonifacio manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Bomstaerk keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bomstaerk drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bonifacio stops a takedown attempt from Bomstaerk.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Bomstaerk. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Bonifacio is fighting off a takedown attempt but Bomstaerk is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Bonifacio to the mat. Bonifacio regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Bomstaerk in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bomstaerk working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bomstaerk postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bomstaerk trying to control but Bonifacio is working from the bottom. #T3#
Bonifacio looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bomstaerk is one step ahead there.
Bonifacio keeping moving, preventing Bomstaerk from controlling successfully.
Bomstaerk tries to free his leg and advance position but Bonifacio is retaining full guard.
Bonifacio managing to control the position.
Bonifacio 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.
Bonifacio keeping full guard, as Bomstaerk tries to pass. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bomstaerk is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bomstaerk misses with a combination
and Bonifacio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bomstaerk just misses with a punch to the body.
Bomstaerk tries to move into range but Bonifacio moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bomstaerk throws a jab when Bonifacio was well out of range.
Bomstaerk shoots for a double leg takedown but Bonifacio sprawls well. He's pushed Bomstaerk's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bonifacio tries to clinch up.
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bomstaerk.
Bonifacio avoids the head kick by Bomstaerk.
Bonifacio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bomstaerk.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut.
Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bomstaerk.
Bonifacio showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bomstaerk.
Bomstaerk jabs Bonifacio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bomstaerk has his takedown stuffed
and Bonifacio counters with a two punch combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Bomstaerk dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bomstaerk waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .
A little jabbing left from Bonifacio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
Bonifacio gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Bomstaerk throws a strike but Bonifacio rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Bomstaerk being controlled here, momentarily. #SU2#
Bonifacio stands and steps away. Bomstaerk gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Bomstaerk misses with a looping left.
Bonifacio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bonifacio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bomstaerk 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.
A head kick by Bomstaerk misses
and Bonifacio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bomstaerk paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bomstaerk.
Bonifacio stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bonifacio wants it to stay on the feet.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the head.#T1#
Bomstaerk pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bomstaerk swings widly with a right hand
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Bomstaerk moves out of range of the strikes.
Bomstaerk ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Bonifacio wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bomstaerk dives in and grabs Bonifacio 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bonifacio pushes down on Bomstaerk's head and hops out.
Bomstaerk needs to keep his hands up - Bonifacio had a free shot at his head there.
Bobby Bomstaerk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bomstaerk misses with a jab to the body
and Bomstaerk takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bonifacio slips a jab and a cross from Bomstaerk. #CL2#
Bonifacio has closed the distance and engaged Bomstaerk in a clinch.
Bonifacio lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bomstaerk backwards.
Bonifacio lands an uppercut.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Bomstaerk blocks it.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bonifacio is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Bomstaerk. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonifacio lands a right hand.
Bomstaerk has Bonifacio pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bonifacio manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bomstaerk is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bonifacio gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T2#
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bonifacio is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bonifacio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bomstaerk backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bomstaerk wants to take the fight to the mat but Bonifacio manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bomstaerk has Bonifacio pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bonifacio manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Bonifacio avoids a wild elbow strike from Bomstaerk.
Bonifacio pressing his opponent against the cage.
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
A right hand to the body from Bonifacio .
Bomstaerk has Bonifacio pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bonifacio manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T3#
Bonifacio digs a right hand underneath Bomstaerk's ribcage. Bomstaerk let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A hook to the body from Bonifacio .
Bomstaerk can't get the takedown.
Bonifacio stalling against the cage.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio works on Bomstaerk's body with a couple of short punches.
Bonifacio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bomstaerk backwards.
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike.
Bonifacio lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bomstaerk backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a hook that snaps the head of Bomstaerk backwards.
Bonifacio lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A left hand lands to the body for Bonifacio . #T4#
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from Bonifacio .
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio pushes Bomstaerk back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bomstaerk working hard to break the clinch.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bomstaerk letting Bonifacio take a breather here.
Bonifacio is pushing Bomstaerk up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Bonifacio prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bonifacio stalling in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Bonifacio as the two fighters clinch.
Bonifacio gets underhooks to prevent Bomstaerk's takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Good shot there by Bonifacio .
Bomstaerk fails to land the takedown.
A jab from Bomstaerk misses.
Bonifacio tries to counter by closing the distance.
A right-left combo lands from Bonifacio .
Bobby Bomstaerk is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL2#
Bonifacio drives through and clinches with Bomstaerk against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bonifacio .
Bomstaerk is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bonifacio gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bonifacio lands a body punch.
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby Bomstaerk. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonifacio gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bomstaerk.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bonifacio creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Bomstaerk is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bonifacio pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Bonifacio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bonifacio is working Bomstaerk over against the cage.
A short left from Bonifacio .
Bomstaerk's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bomstaerk is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bonifacio is defending well.
Bonifacio lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bonifacio gets through Bomstaerk's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bonifacio scores with a shoulder strike.
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike.
Bonifacio is stalling here.
Bomstaerk throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Bonifacio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bonifacio has Bomstaerk pressed against the cage.
Bomstaerk is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T2#
Bomstaerk looking for a takedown.
Bomstaerk is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Bomstaerk misses with a short punch on the inside.
The referee is keeping an eye on Bonifacio - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Bomstaerk wants a takedown.
Bonifacio is working Bomstaerk over against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from Bonifacio .
A body shot lands from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bonifacio digs a right hand underneath Bomstaerk's ribcage. Bomstaerk let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Good body shot from Bonifacio .
The referee is keeping an eye on Bonifacio - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #T3#
Bonifacio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bonifacio pushes Bomstaerk back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bonifacio throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bomstaerks head.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bomstaerk backwards.
A short right from Bonifacio on the inside. #ROC2#Bomstaerk is rocked!
Bonifacio is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Oh Bomstaerk is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bomstaerk tries for a takedown but Bonifacio manages to get underhooks.
Bonifacio lands a left hand.
Bonifacio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bomstaerk seems to have got his legs back now.
A hook to the body from Bonifacio . #T4#
A hook to the body from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bomstaerk takes a shot to the head.
Bonifacio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bonifacio stalling against the cage.
Bonifacio stalling the fight.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio - that landed with a thud.
Bonifacio prevents the takedown attempt.
Bonifacio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bomstaerk is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bonifacio gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bonifacio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bomstaerk drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the side of Bomstaerk's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bonifacio 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 27:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

Luigi Bonifacio was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: OFK 269 - Vaiduoklis Vs Storm     
Date:   Feb 04, 2023
#R1#
Bonifacio throws a hook to the side of Ryan's head but Ryan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Ryan avoids it easily.
Bonifacio misses the jab.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Ryan moves out of range.
Bonifacio tests Ryan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bonifacio slips under a jab from Ryan.
Bonifacio swings widly with a right hand
and Ryan counters with a stiff right hand.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Bonifacio gets a clinch.
Ryan takes a shot to the head.
We've been hearing reports that Ryan has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ryan swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ryan stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bonifacio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ryan.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio blocks an elbow strike from Ryan.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Ryan's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Ryan blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Ryan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bonifacio moves out of range of the strikes.
Ryan misses the jab.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Ryan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bonifacio misses with a looping left.#T2#
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ryan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ryan looks for a takedown but Bonifacio sprawls well.
Ryan takes a swing at Bonifacio 's ribcage but misses.
Ryan throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Ryan scores with a nice strike.
Bonifacio tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ryan paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bonifacio misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL2#
Bonifacio clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Ryan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ryan avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Ryan throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.
Ryan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bonifacio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ryan jabs at Bonifacio 's body.
Ryan throws a shot from downtown. Bonifacio moves away and avoids it.
Bonifacio wants to counter with a clinch but Ryan pushes him away.#T3#
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ryan. #CL2#
Bonifacio gets a clinch. #BC#
Ryan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bonifacio throws a combination that misses
and Ryan counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Ryan has closed the distance and engaged Bonifacio in a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ryan.
Ryan stalls.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the side of Ryan's head.
Ryan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bonifacio just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Ryan avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Ryan blocking some punches. #T4#
Ryan tries to pull guard but Bonifacio won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eddie Ryan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonifacio is struggling to control the position.
Ryan has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
Ryan lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Bonifacio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bonifacio stalling the fight.
Ryan lands a hook that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ryan working aggressively here.
Bonifacio has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ryan seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bonifacio can turn it around.
Ryan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bonifacio just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bonifacio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Ryan avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage. #BC#
Ryan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bonifacio pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Ryan back to the cage. Bonifacio follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Luigi Bonifacio will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ryan misses with a looping right.
Bonifacio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonifacio stuns Ryan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ryan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Ryan moves out of range of the strikes.
Bonifacio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ryan.
Bonifacio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ryan tries to bum rush Bonifacio with a series of wild strikes but Bonifacio uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bonifacio tries to clinch up but Ryan circles away and keeps his distance.
A jab lands there for Bonifacio .
Bonifacio slips a straight right by Ryan.
Bonifacio fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ryan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonifacio lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Ryan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Ryan throws out a leg kick but Bonifacio moves out of range and Ryan only half commits.
Ryan listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ryan throws a series of punches but Bonifacio avoids them all with ease.
Ryan dips to his left and cracks Bonifacio with an uppercut!#ROC#Bonifacio is rocked!
Ryan measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Bonifacio ! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Eddie Ryan!
A relieved looking Eddie Ryan thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Luigi Bonifacio was interviewed post fight and said 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: OFK 266 - Kosmanov Vs Presley     
Date:   Jan 22, 2023
#R1#
Alela slips a straight right by Bonifacio .
Alela looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
It looked like Bonifacio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alela moves away.
Alela circles away from the clinch attempt.
Alela scoring well with a low kick there.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bonifacio checks a leg kick.
Alela will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Alela throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Alela does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alela is looking to slow Bonifacio down with leg kicks.
Bonifacio cracks a nice hook into Alela's ribs.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Alela is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Alela looks to land a combination but Bonifacio avoids it well.
Alela throws a hook but Bonifacio avoids it easily.
Bonifacio misses with a two punch combination.
Bonifacio scores with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alela with a nice calf kick.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Alela. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Alela loads up on a big right hand but Bonifacio slips the punch.
Bonifacio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Alela waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .#CL#
Bonifacio moves into range and clinches up with Alela.#BC2#
Alela's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bonifacio misses with a double jab.
Bonifacio closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Alela displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bonifacio throws out the jab.
Bonifacio lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Bonifacio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Alela throws out the jab.
Alela takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #TD2#
Alela closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bonifacio to the mat! Bonifacio manages to get full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alela pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bonifacio is keeping the position for now.
Bonifacio managing to control the position.
Alela stays in close to Bonifacio 's body and controls the position. #T2#
Alela pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bonifacio is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alela looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Alela wants to control from the top but Bonifacio keeps moving.
Bonifacio tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bonifacio knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Alela on the ground.#T3#
Bonifacio keeping moving, preventing Alela from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bonifacio looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Alela is just out of range.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Alela moves out of range.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Some wild striking there from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alela paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bonifacio misses with a series of wild punches.
Bonifacio chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Alela can pounce on him.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bonifacio swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bonifacio throws a nice looking combination but Alela bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bonifacio clobbers Alela with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Alela dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bonifacio . That did some damage!
Bonifacio lands with a cross.
Bonifacio tries to clinch
and Alela counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bonifacio doesn't manage to clinch there - Alela circles away.
Alela throws a right hand that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a straight right hand.
Bonifacio stuffs the takedown.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Alela misses.
Bonifacio is looking to counter punch.
Bonifacio misses with the combination.
Alela thuds his right hand into Bonifacio 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Alela fakes the leg kick and cracks Bonifacio in the body.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alela.
Bonifacio throws a big shot that misses.
Alela lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Alela swinging wildly here.
Alela fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonifacio manages to avoid it.
Alela swinging wildly here.
Alela avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bonifacio dips to his left and cracks Alela with an uppercut!
Alela throws a hook but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bonifacio wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Alela stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
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 Luigi Bonifacio 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#
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonifacio swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Alela looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Bonifacio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Luigi Bonifacio is winning the standup battle so far.
A bone on bone clash there as Bonifacio blocks the leg kick.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Alela doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Alela misses with a takedown attempt - Bonifacio sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bonifacio throws out a powerful jab.
Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alela.
Bonifacio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bonifacio takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Alela lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Alela lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Alela with the inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alela misses with a body kick.
Bonifacio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Alela moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bonifacio backing away here, and Alela unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Alela misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Alela pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bonifacio is out of range and Alela settles back down.
Alela connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bonifacio momentarily.
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!
Alela throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Alela throws a leg kick but Bonifacio moved away.
Alela blocks a jab.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alela manages to avoid it.
Alela throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alela.
Alela looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
Bonifacio tries to clinch there but Alela circles away.
Alela avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bonifacio fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bonifacio is looking to wear down Alela with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Alela keeps the fight on the outside.
Alela slips a jab from Bonifacio .
Alela was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Good work by Bonifacio as he checks the leg kick.
Alela lands with a thumping leg kick.
Alela throws a sloppy head kick
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Alela lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bonifacio is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The fighters circling - Alela throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Bonifacio was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Alela.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Alela scores with a nice right hand.
A shot to the body from Alela misses
and Bonifacio counters with a stiff right hand.
Alela moves out of range as Bonifacio strikes.#T2#
Alela moves forwards but Bonifacio connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
Bonifacio avoids the head kick by Alela.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alela. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bonifacio checks a leg kick.
Alela tests Bonifacio 's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
Alela closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bonifacio did well to prevent Alela getting side control.
Alela slows the pace down in half guard.
Alela not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Alela is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bonifacio sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Alela is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bonifacio is just riding it out for now. Alela eventually gives up the hold. #T3##SUB2#
Alela is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bonifacio sees it coming and defends easily.
Alela tries to pass to full mount but Bonifacio defends it. #SUB2#
Alela is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Alela thows a huge punch but Bonifacio dodges it nicely.
Alela is keen to just control but Bonifacio is a slippery customer.
Alela working Bonifacio over with strikes.
Alela is trying to control. Bonifacio wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Alela throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Alela wants to work for an arm triangle but Bonifacio is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bonifacio is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sao Alela 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#
Bonifacio fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A jab from Alela misses.
Alela falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Alela lands with a good body shot.
Alela keeps the fight on the outside.
Sao Alela seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alela misses with a looping left.
Alela pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bonifacio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bonifacio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Alela 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Alela lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bonifacio at a distance.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Alela tries a head kick but it misses.
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!
Bonifacio swings for the body but Alela moves out of range.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alela was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio backing away here, and Alela unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bonifacio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alela.#T1#
Bonifacio lands the left hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Alela.
Bonifacio lands a two punch combo.
No joy there for Alela, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Alela misses with a low kick.
A head kick by Alela misses
and Bonifacio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Alela steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonifacio .
A little jabbing left from Alela on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Alela listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alela throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.
Alela walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bonifacio checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bonifacio moves out of range as Alela strikes.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alela was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Alela looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Alela lands a nice hook to Bonifacio 's body. Bonifacio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Alela misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Some wild striking there from Bonifacio . #T2#
Nice jab there from Alela.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alela was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Alela misses with a jab, cross combination.
Alela takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Alela scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice shot lands for Bonifacio .
Nice takedown defense from Bonifacio . No joy for Alela on that attempt.
Alela throws a head kick that Bonifacio semi-blocks.
Alela throws a hook but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bonifacio has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Alela takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Alela swats away the attempt to clinch by Bonifacio .
Alela throws out a counter right but Bonifacio avoids it with no problem.
Bonifacio tries to clinch up.
Bonifacio lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Alela backs up against the cage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Alela does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alela shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bonifacio eats them both and turns towards Alela to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Bonifacio blocks a head kick by Alela. #T3#
Alela throws out a leg kick but Bonifacio moves out of range and Alela only half commits.
Bonifacio displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Alela.
Bonifacio stuffs the takedown.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sao Alela.
Bonifacio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alela keeps the fight on the outside.
A jab lands there for Bonifacio .
Alela looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bonifacio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Alela moves out of range.
Alela raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Alela tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Alela throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Bonifacio forces Alela back against the cage and clinches.
Alela lands with a right to the head.
Alela has Bonifacio pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bonifacio manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bonifacio presses Alela against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bonifacio lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
Bonifacio is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Bonifacio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Alela breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alela looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alela throws a sloppy head kick and Bonifacio moves out of range easily.
Alela keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Alela swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Alela throws a chopping leg kick but Bonifacio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bonifacio misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bonifacio moves away from the strike by Alela.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
No joy there for Alela, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Alela.
Alela has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Alela waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .

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 Luigi Bonifacio .
I think Bonifacio 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 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sao Alela!

After the big win, Sao Alela made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
Luigi Bonifacio spoke after the fight, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: OFK 262 - Kosmanov Vs Bomstærk     
Date:   Jan 08, 2023
#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bolleke.
Bonifacio thuds his right hand into Bolleke's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bolleke lands with an overhand left.
Bolleke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bonifacio scores with a nice right hand.
No joy there for Bonifacio , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bolleke steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonifacio .
Bolleke avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bolleke misses with a looping right.
A jab from Bolleke misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio tries to clinch there but Bolleke circles away.
Bonifacio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio moves out of range as Bolleke strikes.
Bolleke throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bolleke ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Bolleke scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bonifacio doesn't seem bothered though. #T1#
Bonifacio thows a left - swing and a miss!
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bolleke! But no joy.
Bolleke shoots in and drives through. Bonifacio sprawls well.
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bolleke throws a series of punches but Bonifacio avoids them all with ease.
Bolleke throws a jab when Bonifacio was well out of range.
Bonifacio misses with the combination.
Bolleke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonifacio .
Bolleke scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bolleke tries to close the distance and clinch but Bonifacio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
Bolleke manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bonifacio on his heels. He'll look to pass Bonifacio 's guard now, I'm sure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bolleke being controlled here momentarily.
Bonifacio will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Bolleke throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Bolleke throwing strikes from guard but Bonifacio blocks nicely.
Bonifacio keeping moving, preventing Bolleke from controlling successfully.
Bonifacio keeping full guard, as Bolleke tries to pass.
Bolleke with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bolleke with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bolleke missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bolleke postures up in Bonifacio 's guard and throws a big left but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bolleke controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Bolleke wants to control from the top but Bonifacio keeps moving.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Bolleke content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Bonifacio being controlled here, momentarily.
Bolleke has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
It looks like Bolleke 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.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#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.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bolleke looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bolleke misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bonifacio looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A left lands for Bonifacio .#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bolleke jumps guard but Bonifacio stands there with Bolleke around his waist. Bolleke gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Balthazar Bolleke.
Bolleke misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bolleke is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Bonifacio lands a body punch.
Bonifacio stalling in the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Bolleke takes a shot to the head.
Bonifacio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Bolleke throws a head punch that misses.
Bolleke tries to pull guard but Bonifacio forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
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 Luigi Bonifacio 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#
Bonifacio doesn't manage to clinch there - Bolleke circles away.
Bolleke keeps the fight on the outside.
Bonifacio keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bonifacio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bolleke manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bonifacio thuds a left hand into Bolleke's body.
Bonifacio is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Bonifacio lands with a cross.
Bonifacio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bolleke manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bolleke throws a big shot that misses.
Bolleke takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A jab from Bonifacio misses.
Bonifacio slips a straight right by Bolleke.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolleke swats away the attempt to clinch by Bonifacio .
Bolleke looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bonifacio misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Bolleke doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1##CL#
Bonifacio takes the fight into the clinch.
Bonifacio pushes Bolleke back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bonifacio 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bolleke throws a head punch that misses.
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike.
Bolleke jumps guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bolleke struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Bonifacio lands a body punch in the clinch. #TD2#
Bolleke drags the fight down to the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Bolleke working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bonifacio doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bonifacio manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Bolleke working for a triangle but Bonifacio defends it easily.
Bonifacio wants to control from the top but Bolleke keeps moving. #T2##SUB2#
Bonifacio avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bonifacio has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bonifacio preventing the sweep.
Bonifacio stands and throws Bolleke's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Bolleke is looking for a sweep.#T3#
You can see the frustration on Bolleke's face as Bonifacio controls the position.
Bonifacio trying to control the position but Bolleke is working away.
Bonifacio working away.
Bolleke is trying to get back to half guard.
Bolleke 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.
Bolleke is still trying to improve position.
Bonifacio knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bolleke on the ground.
Bonifacio slows the pace down. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bolleke tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bonifacio taking a breather here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bonifacio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bolleke is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body. Bolleke takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bonifacio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bolleke manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bonifacio tries to clinch up.
Bonifacio cracks Bolleke with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bonifacio cracks Bolleke with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bonifacio fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bonifacio lands a jab to the head.
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bolleke was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Left hook, right uppercut from Bonifacio .
Bolleke avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bolleke cracks Bonifacio with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bonifacio is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bonifacio lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bonifacio cracks Bolleke with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice shot lands for Bolleke.
Luigi Bonifacio is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Bolleke clinches. #TD2#
Bolleke manages to pull guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Bolleke has his foot on Bonifacio 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bonifacio works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Bonifacio got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bolleke has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bonifacio has managed to get both his arms back between Bolleke's legs - danger averted.
Bonifacio looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB2#
Bolleke looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bonifacio has picked Bolleke up and slammed him! Bolleke can't keep hold of the triangle and Bonifacio manages to pass to side control!
Bonifacio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bolleke can do to turn this around?
Bolleke struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here as Bonifacio stalls from top position.
Bolleke struggling a bit here.
Bolleke is looking to reverse the position.
Balthazar Bolleke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Luigi Bonifacio is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bonifacio is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Bolleke will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Bonifacio is looking to take a break and control but Bolleke is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bolleke is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
A lull in the action here as Bonifacio stalls from top position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bolleke with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bonifacio punishes Bolleke's body with a nice straight punch.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bonifacio misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Bonifacio moves into the clinch successfully.
Bolleke misses with some punches.
Bolleke trying to stall but Bonifacio improves his position. #T4#
Bolleke drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bolleke tries to pull guard but Bonifacio won't allow it.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bolleke has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
Bolleke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bolleke.
Bolleke misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bolleke misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bolleke tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bolleke jumps guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bonifacio , 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

Luigi Bonifacio was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: OFK 258 - Do Urden Vs Jankovic     
Date:   Dec 25, 2022
#R1#
Plutov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL#
Bonifacio has closed the distance and engaged Plutov in a clinch.
Bonifacio scores with a nice hook to the head.
Plutov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Plutov has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bonifacio .
Plutov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Bonifacio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bonifacio is leaning against Plutov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Plutov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Plutov has Bonifacio pressed against the cage.
Bonifacio blocks the elbow strike.
Plutov misses with an elbow strike.
Bonifacio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Plutov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bonifacio is defending well for now.
Nice elbow from Plutov.
Bonifacio blocks an elbow strike.#T1#
Bonifacio scores with a shoulder strike.
A right hook to the body lands for Bonifacio .
The referee calls for Bonifacio to work.
Plutov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Bonifacio has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Plutov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Plutov throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Plutov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Plutov misses with a body punch.
Plutov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Bonifacio lands a right hand.
Plutov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Plutov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Plutov effectively controlling the action here.#T2#
Plutov throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Plutov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bonifacio is working Plutov over against the cage.
Bonifacio avoids the elbow strike from Plutov, against the cage.
Plutov trying to land knees to the body.
Plutov swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Plutov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A hook to the body from Plutov.
Bonifacio works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Plutov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bonifacio seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Plutov can turn it around.
Plutov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
Bonifacio working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bonifacio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Plutov backwards.
Plutov misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Plutov misses with a punch on the inside.
Plutov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Plutov misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio lands with a right to the head.
Bonifacio taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Plutov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
Plutov scores with a shoulder strike.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Plutov controls the action.
Bonifacio is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike.
Plutov swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio lands a right hand.
Plutov with a knee to the head. #T4#
Plutov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
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!
Plutov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Plutov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stalling in the clinch from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Plutov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
I was talking to Bonifacio 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Plutov throws an elbow but it misses.
Plutov stalling.
Plutov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
Plutov has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Plutov's elbow.
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 Luigi Bonifacio will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Plutov is looking to chop away at Bonifacio 's legs.
Wasyl Plutov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Plutov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bonifacio lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Plutov misses with an uppercut.
Bonifacio takes a kick to the side of the head.
Bonifacio looks to land a left hand but Plutov moved out of range nicely.
Plutov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bonifacio looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bonifacio jabs Plutov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A punch lands to the side of Bonifacio 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bonifacio cracks Plutov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Plutov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Plutov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Plutov misses with an uppercut. Bonifacio saw that one coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Plutov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd cheers as Bonifacio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Plutov doesn't seem phased though.
Bonifacio avoids the head kick by Plutov. #T1#
Plutov just misses with a punch to the body.
Plutov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Plutov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bonifacio connects with a looping right hand.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the body.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Plutov.
A shot to the liver by Bonifacio . Beautiful body shot.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Luigi Bonifacio is winning the standup battle so far.
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Plutov.
Plutov wants to clinch up but Bonifacio keeps it at a distance.
Bonifacio moves out of range as Plutov strikes.
Bonifacio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bonifacio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Plutov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Plutov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bonifacio 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!
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the jaw.
Plutov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Plutov moves out of range. #T2#
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
Bonifacio cracks Plutov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bonifacio lands a head shot.
Bonifacio lands a right hook to the body.
Plutov throws a head kick that misses.
Bonifacio throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Plutov on the side of the head.
Bonifacio throws a good cross that connects.
Bonifacio slips under a jab from Plutov.
Plutov throws a head kick that misses.
Plutov throws a head kick that misses.
Plutov misses with a low kick as Bonifacio jumps back.#CL2#
Plutov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Bonifacio .
Plutov is breathing heavily.
A right hook to the body lands for Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a right hand.
Bonifacio scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bonifacio works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T3#
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the side of Plutov's head.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Plutov takes a shot to the head.
Plutov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a shoulder strike.
Plutov slows down the pace here.
A short uppercut from Bonifacio .
Plutov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bonifacio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Plutov can do to turn this around?
A short right from Plutov on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Bonifacio .
A shot in the inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a body shot in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Plutov pushes off an throws an elbow but Bonifacio leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T4#
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Luigi Bonifacio has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Plutov throws a head punch that misses.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Plutov wants to stall.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Plutov's elbow.
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Plutov backwards.
A hook to the body from Bonifacio .
A shot in the inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to work over Plutov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Plutov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bonifacio lands a hook that snaps the head of Plutov backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Plutov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Plutov blocks it.
Bonifacio working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Plutov is looking to clinch but Bonifacio is avoiding it.
Bonifacio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL#
Bonifacio gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Plutov misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Plutov backwards.
Plutov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Bonifacio .
With the fighters up against the cage, Plutov throws an elbow but misses.
Plutov misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Plutov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
Plutov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Plutov can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action. #T1#
A short left from Bonifacio .
A short right from Bonifacio on the inside.
Bonifacio lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bonifacio throws a punch but it's blocked by Plutov.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Plutov blocks it.
Bonifacio digs a right hand into Plutov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Plutov's gas tank.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body.
Plutov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A short right from Bonifacio .
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Bonifacio lands an uppercut.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio gets through Plutov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Plutov fails to land.
Bonifacio lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Plutov.
A nice left hand lands by Bonifacio .
Luigi Bonifacio is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonifacio avoiding damage as Plutov throws knees to the body.
Plutov trying to stall but Bonifacio improves his position.
Plutov blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bonifacio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Plutov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Bonifacio 's brow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bonifacio .
Plutov misses with an elbow over the top.
Bonifacio lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Plutov.
Plutov pushes off an throws an elbow but Bonifacio leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Plutov misses with the head strike.
Plutov looking to stall. #T3#
Plutov throws an elbow that misses.
Plutov creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Plutov misses with an elbow strike.
Bonifacio blocks the elbow strike.
Plutov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio avoids a wild elbow strike from Plutov.
Plutov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Plutov misses with a punch on the inside.
Plutov is stalling here.
Plutov misses with some punches. #T4#
Bonifacio stalls.
Plutov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bonifacio is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Plutov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bonifacio avoids it.
Bonifacio managing to block the knees to the body from Plutov.
Plutov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wasyl Plutov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Plutov taking a breather.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bonifacio 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

Luigi Bonifacio was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: OFK 254 - Wulf Vs Laine     
Date:   Dec 11, 2022
#R1#
Bonifacio misses with a two punch combination.
Ryan throwing a counter right hand but Bonifacio manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ryan.
Ryan fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ryan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Some wild striking there from Bonifacio .
Ryan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ryan moves away from the strike by Bonifacio .
Ryan changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Bonifacio pushes Ryan up against the cage in a clinch.
Ryan throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bonifacio s head.
Ryan drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Bonifacio gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio . #T1#
Bonifacio being controlled against the cage.
Ryan prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Ryan lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bonifacio swings wildly with an uppercut but Ryan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ryan tries for a takedown but Bonifacio manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eddie Ryan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bonifacio has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ryan seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bonifacio can turn it around.
Ryan lands a right hand.
Ryan wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ryan.
Ryan blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Ryan lands a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for Ryan.
Bonifacio has Ryan pressed against the cage, preventing Ryan from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T2#
Ryan lands a left hand.
Ryan blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ryan.
Ryan misses with a punch on the inside.
We've been hearing reports that Ryan has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio is pressed up against the cage. Ryan has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bonifacio down to the mat. Bonifacio avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ryan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonifacio tries to clinch but Ryan moves out of range.
Bonifacio moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ryan scores with a nice right hand.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Ryan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ryan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ryan drops his hands momentarily and Bonifacio takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T3#
Ryan takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bonifacio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ryans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bonifacio staying out of range there.
Bonifacio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ryan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bonifacio is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #ROC#Bonifacio is rocked!
Bonifacio rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ryan counters with a right, left combo that wobbles Bonifacio badly! Ryan follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks Bonifacio out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Ryan finished him against the cage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Eddie Ryan!
Eddie Ryan seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Luigi Bonifacio stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: OFK 247 - Kutlev Vs Gomez     
Date:   Nov 19, 2022
#R1##CL#
Dokov closes the distance and pushes Bonifacio back into the cage.
Dokov taking a breather.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio .
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dokov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body.
Dokov just leaning against Bonifacio , taking a breather.
Bonifacio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dokov jumps guard but Bonifacio stands there with Dokov around his waist. Dokov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T1#
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bonifacio slows down the pace here.
Dokov blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Dokov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bonifacio swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Bonifacio has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Dokov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bonifacio misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bonifacio creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD#
Dokov manages to pull guard.
Bonifacio preventing the sweep.
Dokov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #ES#
Dokov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Bonifacio off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Bonifacio tests Dokov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dokov fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Bonifacio swings wildly with an uppercut but Dokov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Bonifacio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bonifacio .
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bonifacio creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dokov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dokov pushes Bonifacio back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Dokov throws a knee to the head but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bonifacio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch on the inside from Bonifacio fails to land.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it. #BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dokov walks into a jab.
Dokov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dokov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bonifacio connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov wants to clinch up but Bonifacio keeps it at a distance.
Bonifacio keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Bonifacio circles away and keeps his distance.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bonifacio clobbers Dokov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bonifacio circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
Bonifacio lands with an overhand left.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dokov. #CL2#
Bonifacio drives through and clinches with Dokov against the cage. #BC#
Dokov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bonifacio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A nice side step and Bonifacio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dokov tries to clinch up but Bonifacio circles away and keeps his distance.
Bonifacio punishes Dokov's body with a nice straight punch.
Bonifacio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dokov or perhaps it was just good defense by Bonifacio , which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A combination from Dokov does no damage.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut.
Bonifacio lands a jab to Dokov's midsection.
A big right from Bonifacio misses.
Dokov tries to clinch there but Bonifacio circles away.
Dokov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bonifacio is fending him off so far but Dokov persists. Nope, Bonifacio circles away and we're back to standing.#T2#
Dokov is looking to clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bonifacio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
Bonifacio clinches up with Dokov and pushes him back against the cage.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dokov's elbow.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dokov.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Bonifacio lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards.
Dokov stalling against the cage.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bonifacio lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bonifacio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bonifacio is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bonifacio lands with a left to the head.
Bonifacio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands.
Dokov tries to circle away but Bonifacio has him pinned against the cage.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dokov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bonifacio can turn it around.#T4#
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Dokov stalling the fight. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio slaps away a takedown attempt from Dokov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nice cross by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio 's corner calls for a 1-2. Bonifacio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dokov tries to land a front kick but Bonifacio steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bonifacio scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice takedown defense from Bonifacio . No joy for Dokov on that attempt.
Donk. Bonifacio catches Dokov right on the button with a cross.
Dokov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Bonifacio has closed the distance and engaged Dokov in a clinch.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio 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! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Dokov pushes Bonifacio up against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio - that landed with a thud.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Dokov blocks it.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Dokov avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Bonifacio just leaning against Dokov, taking a breather.
A short uppercut from Dokov.
Dokov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Dokov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bonifacio after a bit of a struggle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dokov lands a left hand.
Bonifacio misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Bonifacio blocks an elbow strike.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Bonifacio fails to land. #TD#
Dokov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SU2#
Bonifacio stands and steps away. Dokov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Dokov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bonifacio 's waist but Bonifacio gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dokov off to one side.
Bonifacio throws a sloppy body shot #CL#
and Dokov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dokov.
Bonifacio tries to work over Dokov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Bonifacio misses with the head strike.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Luigi Bonifacio is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Dokov misses with the head strike.
Dokov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Dokov.
Bonifacio dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Dokov working aggressively here. #T3#
Dokov is leaning against Bonifacio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Dokov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bonifacio manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dokov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dokov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bonifacio is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dokov wants to stand but Bonifacio is controlling his posture from full guard. #SU#
Dokov stands up from Bonifacio 's guard - Dokov perhaps looking for a knockout. #T4#
Dokov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dokov counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Dokov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch on the inside from Dokov fails to land.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Dokov misses with a punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doko Dokov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bonifacio 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

After the fight, Luigi Bonifacio was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 196     
Date:   Oct 21, 2022
#R1#
Bonifacio slips under a jab from Paetmar.
Bonifacio displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Paetmar throws a leg kick but Bonifacio sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A slow jab from Paetmar misses its intended target.
Paetmar misses with a straight left.
Bonifacio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Paetmar with a body shot.
Paetmar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Paetmar.
Paetmar throws out a loose jab but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio tries to clinch up.
Paetmar throws a counter high kick but Bonifacio was just alert enough to avoid it.
Bonifacio has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Paetmar is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio needs to keep his hands up - Paetmar had a free shot at his head there.
Paetmar throws out a leg kick but Bonifacio moves out of range and Paetmar only half commits.
Paetmar misses with an uppercut. Bonifacio saw that one coming.
Paetmar walks into a straight right hand from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a series of punches but Paetmar moves out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Bonifacio . That snapped Paetmar's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio tries to clinch up.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Paetmar moves out of range.
Paetmar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Paetmar with the inside leg kick. #CL2#
Bonifacio closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T1#
Paetmar drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Bonifacio gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Paetmar cracks Bonifacio with a nice body shot.
Bonifacio tries to work over Paetmar's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio swings wildly with an uppercut but Paetmar uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Paetmar tightens his grip and picks Bonifacio up, before dumping him to the ground. Bonifacio manages to land in guard. #SUB#
Paetmar has gone for a leg lock! Bonifacio slips out almost immediately though and dives into Paetmar's guard.#REVB#
Paetmar seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Paetmar 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.
Paetmar 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#
Bonifacio regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bonifacio keeping moving, preventing Paetmar from controlling successfully. #T2#
Paetmar looking to pass the guard.
Paetmar trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonifacio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bonifacio is controlling Paetmar's posture.
Paetmar forces his way into half guard.
Paetmar is trying to control the action in half guard but Bonifacio is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Paetmar throwing shots but Bonifacio is blocking nicely.
Bonifacio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Paetmar. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonifacio is not content to let Paetmar control the position.#T3#
Paetmar is taking a breather. Bonifacio 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.#SUB#
Paetmar is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Paetmar is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Paetmar throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Paetmar wants to control but Bonifacio is keeping him busy.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Well, if Paetmar 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. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bonifacio moves in looking to clinch but Paetmar pushes him off.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Paetmar throws a low kick but Bonifacio moves out of range easily.
Paetmar takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bonifacio takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bonifacio throws a one two combo.
Bonifacio slips a jab and a cross from Paetmar.
Paetmar throws an overhand right that lands on Bonifacio 's shoulder, as Bonifacio tries to avoid the shot.
Paetmar takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Paetmar shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bonifacio eats them both and turns towards Paetmar to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
A good leg kick by Paetmar.
A looping hook to the body misses from Paetmar. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Good exchange - Bonifacio coming out on top.
Paetmar scores with a hook to the body. Bonifacio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Paetmar takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bonifacio lands a right hook to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Bonifacio .
Paetmar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Paetmar misses with a lunging right hand
and Bonifacio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Paetmar looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Luigi Bonifacio will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bonifacio misses with a wild combination.
A counter left hand to the body from Paetmar misses its target.
No joy there for Bonifacio , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Paetmar on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bonifacio is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
A cross from Bonifacio lands.
Nice defenses there by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A big right from Paetmar misses.
Paetmar lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Bonifacio blocks a jab.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Paetmar bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bonifacio 's head.
Paetmar throws a hook but Bonifacio avoids it easily.
Bonifacio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bonifacio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bonifacio connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Paetmar throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.
Bonifacio lands with a hook. Paetmar tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Paetmar moves out of range.
Paetmar looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.#T1#
Bonifacio moves to clinch but Paetmar breaks away
and Paetmar counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Paetmar is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonifacio .
Paetmar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .
Bonifacio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Paetmar looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
Paetmar tries to land a leg kick but Bonifacio saw it coming and moves away.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body. Paetmar takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Some wild striking there from Bonifacio .
As Bonifacio looks to move away, Paetmar throws a big counter combo but Bonifacio just gets out of the way.
Paetmar misses with a straight left.
Bonifacio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bonifacio lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Paetmar misses with an uppercut. Bonifacio saw that one coming.
Paetmar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Bonifacio lands with a nice body punch.
Bonifacio connects with a good right hand that stumbles Paetmar. Paetmar circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Paetmar throws a leg kick but Bonifacio sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2#
Bonifacio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice shot by Paetmar.
Paetmar swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Paetmar loads up on a big right hand but Bonifacio slips the punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bonifacio , as that shot connected.
Bonifacio avoids the body shot from Paetmar.
Paetmar rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bonifacio moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Paetmar takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Paetmar swings widly with a right hand
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Paetmar scores with a shot to the body.
Paetmar dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Paetmar.
A big right from Paetmar misses.
Bonifacio tests Paetmar's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Paetmar is just out of range.
Venali Paetmar is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Bonifacio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Paetmar.
Paetmar fails to land with a series of punches.
A countering left hand to the body from Bonifacio misses.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body. Paetmar takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Paetmar moves away.
Paetmar just misses with a punch to the body.
Good shot there by Bonifacio .
A punch lands to the side of Paetmar 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A left and a right from Bonifacio both land. Nice combination.
Paetmar lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Paetmar takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Paetmar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio moves in looking to clinch but Paetmar pushes him off.
Paetmar lands with a nice combination. Bonifacio backs away looking to recover.#ROC#Bonifacio is rocked!
Bonifacio get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Bonifacio stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Paetmar runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Venali Paetmar!
Venali Paetmar decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Luigi Bonifacio stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 181     
Date:   Sep 11, 2022
#R1#
Bonifacio fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Bonifacio moves into the clinch.
Bonifacio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mcgee has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
Mcgee throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Mcgee lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mcgee swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mcgee lands a nice uppercut.
Mcgee working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mcgee pushes Bonifacio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mcgee stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mcgee fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Mcgee.
Mcgee throws a head punch that misses.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Mcgee.
Mcgee blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
Mcgee lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Bonifacio tries to throw a body punch but Mcgee avoids it by throwing Bonifacio back against the cage.
Mcgee has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mcgee.
Nice body punch from Mcgee - that landed with a thud.
A head punch on the inside from Mcgee fails to land.
Mcgee throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mcgee.
Mcgee scores with a shot to the side of Bonifacio 's head.
Mcgee misses with a body punch.
Mcgee throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mcgee lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
Mcgee misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mcgee's elbow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bonifacio . #T2#
Mcgee lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mcgee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mcgee backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Mcgee fails to land.
Mcgee misses with a punch on the inside.
Mcgee has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
Mcgee swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good body shot from Mcgee.
Mcgee blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Mcgee.
Mcgee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mcgee misses with some punches.
Mcgee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Mcgee seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bonifacio can turn it around.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch. #T3#
Mcgee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mcgee misses with the head strike.
Mcgee blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to work over Mcgee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mcgee misses with the head strike.
Mcgee pushes Bonifacio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bonifacio throws a head punch that misses.
Bonifacio works on Mcgee's body with a couple of short punches.
Mcgee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mcgee.
Mcgee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mcgee lands a body punch.
Mcgee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio . #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Mcgee fails to land.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Mcgee.
Mcgee goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mcgee lands a shot to the body.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Mcgee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mcgee throws a head punch that misses.
Mcgee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mcgee swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mcgee.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bonifacio tries to work over Mcgee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rockwell Mcgee dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Mcgee connects with a single shot there.
Mcgee slips under a jab.#CL#
Mcgee closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mcgee misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Good body shot from Bonifacio .
Mcgee prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Bonifacio tries to work over Mcgee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mcgee cracks Bonifacio with a nice body shot.
Bonifacio working aggressively here.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Mcgee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mcgee swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mcgee swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mcgee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mcgee backwards.
Mcgee blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Mcgee working aggressively here.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mcgee tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hand to the body from Bonifacio .
A short uppercut from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Rockwell Mcgee has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Mcgee struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Mcgee tries to throw a body punch but Bonifacio avoids it by throwing Mcgee back against the cage.
Mcgee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio has a couple of punches blocked by Mcgee.
Mcgee throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Mcgee on the inside.
Mcgee lands a hook that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Mcgee misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bonifacio lands a hook that snaps the head of Mcgee backwards.
Mcgee working aggressively here. #T2#
Mcgee misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mcgee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short left from Bonifacio .
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
Mcgee has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
Mcgee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mcgee stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Mcgee blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Mcgee misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonifacio dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Mcgee misses with a punch to the body.
Mcgee misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Mcgee.
A right hand to the body from Mcgee. #T3#
Mcgee scores with a shoulder strike.
Mcgee lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bonifacio is breathing heavily.
Mcgee blocks an uppercut.
Mcgee lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Mcgee takes a shot to the head.
Mcgee lands a shoulder strike.
Mcgee lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Mcgee tries to throw a body punch but Bonifacio avoids it by throwing Mcgee back against the cage.
Mcgee is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bonifacio can do to turn this around?
Mcgee can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Good body shot from Bonifacio .
Mcgee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mcgee scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mcgee. #T4#
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Mcgee controls his hands.
Mcgee really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Bonifacio tries to stall but Mcgee uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Mcgee lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Mcgee swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mcgee.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mcgee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Bonifacio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Mcgee is working Bonifacio over against the cage.
Bonifacio lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mcgee lands an uppercut.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mcgee lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rockwell Mcgee 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#
Mcgee lands a glancing blow to the side of Bonifacio 's head.#ROC#Bonifacio is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Mcgee is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Bonifacio flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Bonifacio is out cold! Mcgee holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rockwell Mcgee!
During a confident post fight interview, Rockwell Mcgee thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Luigi Bonifacio stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 169     
Date:   Aug 10, 2022
#R1#
A big left from Kiloe misses.
A nice side step and Bonifacio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kiloe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonifacio manages to avoid it.
Kiloe misses with a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Kiloe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kiloe was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Kiloe throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bonifacio stuns Kiloe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bonifacio has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kiloe is landing a low percentage of strikes.#CL2#
Bonifacio rushes Kiloe and presses him up against the cage.
Kiloe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kiloe.
Kiloe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short body shot lands from Bonifacio as the two fighters clinch.
Kiloe misses with a body punch.
Kiloe misses with a punch on the inside.
Kiloe misses with some punches.
Kiloe misses with a punch to the body.
Kiloe misses with a body punch. #T1#
Bonifacio throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Kiloe fails to land.
Kiloe struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Kiloe lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Kiloe.
Kiloe can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Bonifacio lands a right hand.
Kiloe misses with the head strike.
Kiloe struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Bonifacio tries to work over Kiloe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kiloe throws a head punch that misses.
Kiloe working aggressively here.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kiloe backwards.
Kiloe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
A short left from Bonifacio .
Kiloe can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Bonifacio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kiloe misses with the head strike.
Kiloe working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bonifacio .
Bonifacio stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Kiloe tries to throw a body punch but Bonifacio avoids it by throwing Kiloe back against the cage.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kiloe lands a body punch.
Kiloe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kiloe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Kiloe.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Kiloe has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio . #T3#
Kiloe misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bonifacio .
Kiloe swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio lands with a short shot to the head.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Kiloe misses with a punch to the body.
Kiloe lands a nice uppercut.
Kiloe throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kiloe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio pushes Kiloe back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bonifacio lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kiloe misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Kiloe - that landed with a thud.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Kiloe. #T4#
Kiloe lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kiloe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kiloe backwards.
Kiloe pushes Bonifacio back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio tries to work over Kiloe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A body shot lands from Kiloe.
Bonifacio looks winded!
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kiloe backwards.
Kiloe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Bonifacio fails to land.
A right handed body shot lands from Kiloe.
Kiloe misses with the head strike.
Kiloe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Kiloe misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Kiloe scores with a nice short uppercut.
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 Pete Kiloe will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Bonifacio throws a good cross that connects.
Kiloe misses with a few strikes there.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch combination from Kiloe misses.
Bonifacio tries to counter with a clinch but Kiloe shakes him off and moves away.#CL2#
Bonifacio closes the distance and pushes Kiloe back into the cage.
Kiloe misses with some punches.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kiloe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pete Kiloe has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bonifacio tries to work over Kiloe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Kiloe blocks it.
Kiloe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kiloe.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Kiloe throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Kiloe misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Kiloe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Kiloe fails to land.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right handed body shot lands from Kiloe.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kiloe backwards.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Kiloe controls the action.
Kiloe struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Kiloe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Kiloe.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Kiloe.
Kiloe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kiloe struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Kiloe can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Bonifacio . #T2#
Kiloe misses with the head strike.
Bonifacio lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Bonifacio .
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kiloe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
Kiloe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
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!
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Bonifacio on the inside.
Kiloe misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio throws a head punch that misses.
Kiloe tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kiloe backwards.
A short uppercut from Bonifacio . #T3#
Kiloe blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Kiloe tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kiloe struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio cracks Kiloe with a nice body shot.
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Kiloe controls the action.
Kiloe tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Kiloe blocks it.
Bonifacio digs a right hand underneath Kiloe's ribcage. Kiloe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Kiloe prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kiloe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio gets through Kiloe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kiloe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kiloe can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Kiloe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kiloe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Bonifacio 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kiloe misses with a punch to the body.
Kiloe misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Bonifacio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kiloe throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Kiloe struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Kiloe letting Bonifacio take a breather here.
Kiloe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kiloe blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Kiloe swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kiloe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A shot in the inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Luigi Bonifacio will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio stuns Kiloe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bonifacio connects with a body shot.#CL2#
Bonifacio gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kiloe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Kiloe.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bonifacio creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kiloe struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio .
Kiloe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kiloe prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
A right handed body shot lands from Kiloe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kiloe.
Kiloe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kiloe misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a shot to the body.
A short right from Bonifacio . #T1#
Kiloe misses with some punches.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body.
Kiloe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kiloe misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kiloe.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio takes a shot to the head.
Kiloe tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Kiloe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Come on Bonifacio - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kiloe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Bonifacio scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
A right hook to the body lands for Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a left hand.
Bonifacio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kiloe blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Kiloe.
Bonifacio lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kiloe misses with some punches.
Kiloe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Bonifacio .
Kiloe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Kiloe misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kiloe.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
Bonifacio blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kiloe working aggressively here.
A short uppercut from Bonifacio .
Kiloe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the side of Kiloe's head.
Bonifacio lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kiloe backwards.
Kiloe lands a left hand.
A short right from Bonifacio on the inside.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kiloe tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kiloe throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Kiloe fails to land.
Kiloe misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio lands a body punch.
Bonifacio is pushing Kiloe up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kiloe misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bonifacio .
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kiloe can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Kiloe lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kiloe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kiloe misses with the head strike.
Kiloe can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Kiloe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Kiloe tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonifacio lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kiloe backwards.
Kiloe struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Kiloe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio lands with a short shot to the head.
Kiloe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kiloe or not.
A short uppercut from Bonifacio .
Kiloe prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bonifacio 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

Luigi Bonifacio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Pete Kiloe spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll be back!'.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 161     
Date:   Jul 15, 2022
#R1##KD#
Mcgee drops Bonifacio with a left right combo! Mcgee follows him down to the ground into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mcgee 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.
Mcgee in side control, throwing shots but Bonifacio defends.
Mcgee working away.
Mcgee working the ground and pound but Bonifacio is defending the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bonifacio is looking for a sweep.
Mcgee throws an elbow but Bonifacio slips to the side and avoids it well.
Mcgee throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Mcgee throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Bonifacio parries the strikes from Mcgee easily there. Mcgee is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bonifacio to escape.
Bonifacio manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Bonifacio prevents Mcgee from standing back up.
Mcgee's coaches at Brooklyn Mixed Martial Arts have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Bonifacio looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Mcgee has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Bonifacio wants to pass the guard but Mcgee is defending well.
Bonifacio controlling the pace.
Let's hope that Bonifacio 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.
Mcgee pushes Bonifacio off looking to stand but Bonifacio dives back in and keeps control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bonifacio trying to pass the guard but Mcgee defending well.
Mcgee is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bonifacio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bonifacio moves out of range of the strikes.
Bonifacio is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mcgee misses with a straight left.
Mcgee misses with a body shot
and Bonifacio counters with a straight right hand.
Bonifacio walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mcgee throws a hook to the side of Bonifacio 's head but Bonifacio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mcgee connects with a jab and follows up with a big overhand right! Oh that's hurt Bonifacio ! He's out on his feet! Mcgee rushes in and drops Bonifacio with another big right hand, forcing the referee to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Rockwell Mcgee!
An out of breath Rockwell Mcgee thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Luigi Bonifacio spoke after the fight, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 155     
Date:   Jun 22, 2022
#R1#
Ulatov shoots and misses
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ulatov shoots in for a takedown but Bonifacio shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ulatov has his takedown stuffed
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Ulatov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ulatov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bonifacio defends well and Ulatov ends up having to push Bonifacio into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Good body shot from Bonifacio . #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks from the clinch.
Ulatov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ulatov has his takedown stuffed
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ulatov with a poor takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ulatov has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp right hand that drops Ulatov! Bonifacio lets Ulatov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Ulatov is rocked!
Ulatov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Ulatov misses with a takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ulatov thinking.
Ulatov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bonifacio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ulatov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Oh Ulatov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#KD2#
Bonifacio lands a big right hand that sends Ulatov crashing to the mat! Bonifacio stays standing though and waves Ulatov back to his feet!#TD#
Ulatov gets a takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bonifacio is controlling Ulatov's posture.
Ulatov seems to have got his legs back now.#SU#
Ulatov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T2#
Ulatov fails with a takedown attempt.
Ulatov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ulatov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bonifacio defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ulatov.
Ulatov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bonifacio circles away.
Ulatov fails with the takedown
and Ulatov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bonifacio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ulatov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bonifacio as he avoids it easily.
Ulatov shoots and misses
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand. #T3#
Ulatov tries for a takedown but Bonifacio circles away easily
and Bonifacio counters with a huge left! Ulatov is in big trouble! He's backing up but Bonifacio isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Ulatov from any more damage. A dominating finish by Bonifacio !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luigi Bonifacio !
Luigi Bonifacio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: WCF WNF 97:Blazej v Vanorden 2     
Date:   Mar 16, 2022
#R1#
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Cucumber pushes Bonifacio up against the cage in a clinch.
Cucumber misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cucumber swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bonifacio wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Cucumber has him pressed against the cage.
Cucumber with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A head punch on the inside from Cucumber fails to land.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the side of Cucumber's head.
Bonifacio can't break the clinch.
Bonifacio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cucumber fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cucumber. #BC2#
Bonifacio manages to break the clinch.
Cucumber misses with a wild body shot.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cucumber.
Cucumber feinted with a counter takedown.
Bonifacio misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Cucumber counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Cucumber.
Cucumber looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Cucumber's ribcage but misses.
Bonifacio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bonifacio jabs Cucumber to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cucumber moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Cucumber has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Area 51 MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Nice defenses there by Cucumber.
Nice straight punches there by Bonifacio . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bonifacio .
Bonifacio swats away the attempt to clinch by Cucumber.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Cucumber is just out of range.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Cucumber moves out of range.
As Bonifacio tries to get set, Cucumber tries to push him back and clinch up but Bonifacio manages to avoid the attempt.
Cucumber slips a straight right by Bonifacio .#T2#
Bonifacio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cucumber avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cucumber moves away.
Cucumber is looking to counter punch.
Bonifacio takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut. Cucumber saw that one coming.
Cucumber half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A swing and a miss from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a hook but Cucumber avoids it easily.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cucumber uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bonifacio .
Cucumber keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cucumber counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cucumber throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonifacio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonifacio gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Cucumber comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bonifacio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
The crowd cheers as Bonifacio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Cucumber doesn't seem phased though.
Cucumber doesn't manage to clinch there - Bonifacio circles away.
A swing and a miss from Cucumber.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the side of Cucumber's head but Cucumber sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cucumber.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cucumber was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .#CL#
Cucumber fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bonifacio , pushing him back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Cucumber.
Cucumber lands a nice shot to the body.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio being controlled against the cage.
Cucumber misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cucumber throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bonifacio blocks it with crossed arms. #T4#
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cucumber's elbow.
Cucumber misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cucumber misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cucumber lands a left hand.
Cucumber tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cucumber.
Still in the clinch, Cucumber scores with a nice short uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonifacio swings wildly with an uppercut but Cucumber uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cucumber tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cucumber tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cucumber keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bonifacio 's efforts to push away.
Cucumber swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that The Cucumber will probably get the nod.
That's time! Cucumber's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL#
Cucumber has managed to clinch.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Cucumber tries a knee to the head but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bonifacio 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bonifacio tries to circle away but Cucumber has him pinned against the cage.
A short left from Bonifacio .
Cucumber working aggressively here.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio tries to work over Cucumber's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio can't break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cucumber.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Cucumber.
Cucumber misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Cucumber scores with a shot to the side of Bonifacio 's head.
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Cucumber.
Cucumber is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bonifacio can do to turn this around?
Cucumber fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cucumber goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Bonifacio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Cucumber closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bonifacio circles away.
Bonifacio tries to bum rush Cucumber with a series of wild strikes but Cucumber uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Cucumber rather than just go for the knockout.#CL#
Cucumber darts in and clinches Bonifacio up against the cage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bonifacio wants to get back to striking at distance but Cucumber won't allow it.
Cucumber lands with a short shot to the head.
Cucumber swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Cucumber just misses with a elbow thrown towards Bonifacio 's brow.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Cucumber has Bonifacio pushed against the cage.
Cucumber working aggressively here.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Cucumber just misses with a elbow thrown towards Bonifacio 's brow.
Bonifacio wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Cucumber has him pressed against the cage.
Cucumber tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cucumber misses with some punches.
The Cucumber has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A shot in the inside from Cucumber.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cucumber tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow. #T3#
Cucumber keeps control of Bonifacio as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Cucumber missing with knees to the body.
A short uppercut from Cucumber. #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks the clinch.
Cucumber throws a jab when Bonifacio was well out of range.
A jab lands there for Cucumber.
Cucumber looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
Cucumber connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bonifacio . Bonifacio circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Cucumber throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cucumber.
Cucumber seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Cucumber jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Cucumber slips under a jab.
Cucumber throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Cucumber's ribcage but misses.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Cucumber moves out of range. #T4#
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cucumber was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Cucumber does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cucumber was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Cucumber is looking to counter punch.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Cucumber moves out of range.
Bonifacio blocks a jab.
Bonifacio takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonifacio throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cucumber counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A swing and a miss from Cucumber.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Cucumber throws an overhand right that lands on Bonifacio 's shoulder, as Bonifacio tries to avoid the shot. #CL#
Cucumber moves into the clinch.
Bonifacio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cucumber has a couple of punches blocked by Bonifacio .
Cucumber tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

The Cucumber dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
A head kick misses from Cucumber.
Cucumber misses with a left hand
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Cucumber ducks under a wild hook from Bonifacio .#TD#
Cucumber changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bonifacio looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cucumber is looking to take a break and control but Bonifacio is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cucumber working away.
The ground and pound from Cucumber seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Cucumber.
Cucumber working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Cucumber wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bonifacio keeps working.
Cucumber landing strikes. #T1#
Cucumber is putting a hurting on Bonifacio here, landing some big shots from side control.
Bonifacio regains half guard, as Cucumber was trying to land strikes.
Bonifacio trying to control but Cucumber postures up.
Cucumber not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bonifacio blocking the ground and pound attempt from Cucumber.
Bonifacio is refusing to be controlled, as Cucumber sits in half guard.
Cucumber wants to free his trapped foot but Bonifacio is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Bonifacio is staying active underneath Cucumber, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bonifacio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Cucumber. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Cucumber throwing shots but Bonifacio is blocking nicely.
Bonifacio keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bonifacio keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
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. Cucumber connects with a nice short shot to Bonifacio 's temple.
Cucumber looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Cucumber not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cucumber is keen to just control but Bonifacio is a slippery customer.#T3#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cucumber lands a nice short elbow.
Cucumber wants to pass the guard but Bonifacio is defending well. #SUB#
Cucumber is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bonifacio sees it coming and defends easily.
Cucumber content to control rather than advance.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Luigi Bonifacio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cucumber missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Cucumber throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Bonifacio to regain full guard.
Bonifacio bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Cucumber's guard. #REVB##T4##SUB#
Cucumber throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bonifacio sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cucumber controls Bonifacio momentarily but Bonifacio frees himself.
Bonifacio stopping the sweep attempt from Cucumber.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bonifacio slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Cucumber wants to sweep here but Bonifacio controlling him for the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
The Cucumber showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cucumber, 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... The Cucumber!

A victorious The Cucumber thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Luigi Bonifacio had this to say: 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: WCF WNF 92: Corona vs Barbosa     
Date:   Feb 09, 2022
#R1#
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chaize was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Chaize looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chaize misses with a low kick.
Chaize looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bonifacio takes one to the side of the head.
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Chaize clinches up with Bonifacio and pushes him back against the cage.
Chaize lands a shoulder strike.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Stalling in the clinch from Chaize.
Chaize missing with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chaize stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bonifacio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Chaize.
A left hand lands to the body for Chaize. #T1#
Bonifacio lands a left hand that snaps the head of Chaize backwards.
Chaize prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Chaize effectively controlling the action here.
Chaize will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Bonifacio up against the cage.
Chaize swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Bonifacio manages to break the clinch.
Bonifacio throws a combination that misses
enabling Chaize to counter with a crisp jab.
Chaize throws a low kick, looking for Bonifacio 's leg but Bonifacio calmly moves out of range.
Bonifacio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Chaize tries to clinch up
and Chaize takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Bonifacio fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bonifacio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Chaize.
Chaize misses with a left hand
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chaize was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Chaize tries to counter by clinching up but Bonifacio breaks away and moves out of range.
Chaize tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Chaize.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chaize. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Chaize has Bonifacio up against the cage in a clinch.
Chaize with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Chaize is pushing Bonifacio up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Chaize using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body. #T3##BC2#
Bonifacio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bonifacio misses the body punch
and Chaize counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bonifacio scores with a crisp jab that stopped Chaize in his tracks.
Bonifacio throws an overhand right that lands on Chaize's shoulder, as Chaize tries to avoid the shot.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chaize manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio missing with a left hand there. Chaize was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chaize misses the shot to the body.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chaize manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chaize moves away from the strike by Bonifacio .
Chaize misses with a low kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Bonifacio misses.
Bonifacio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonifacio checks a low kick from Chaize.
Bonifacio throws a big shot that misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Bonifacio misses the target.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chaize manages to avoid it.#T4#
Chaize doesn't manage to clinch there - Bonifacio circles away.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chaize.
Bonifacio throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chaize counters with a straight right hand.
Chaize throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bonifacio misses with a hook to the body
and Chaize counters with a left and a right that stings Bonifacio .
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chaize tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chaize uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bonifacio .
Chaize misses with a low kick.
Bonifacio blocks a leg kick.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chaize misses with a low kick as Bonifacio jumps back.
Chaize cracks Bonifacio with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Chaize missing with knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jacques Chaize dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Chaize tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bonifacio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Chaize wants to clinch.
Chaize tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bonifacio is able to avoid easily.
Chaize takes one to the side of the head.
Chaize wants to clinch.#CL#
Chaize has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A body shot lands from Chaize.
Bonifacio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chaize throws a head punch that misses.
Chaize fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Chaize throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks from the clinch.
Jacques Chaize is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jab, jab by Bonifacio - just one landing.
Bonifacio punishes Chaize's body with a nice straight punch.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Bonifacio misses the target.
Chaize fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonifacio manages to avoid it.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bonifacio ! But no joy.
A big left from Bonifacio misses.
Chaize scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Chaize walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Chaize throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.
Chaize throws a chopping leg kick but Bonifacio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bonifacio takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Chaize misses with a wild body shot.
Chaize moves in looking to clinch but Bonifacio pushes him off.#T2#
Chaize misses with a two punch combination.
A big right from Bonifacio misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Chaize has managed to clinch.
Chaize tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Chaize struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Chaize trying to land knees to the body. #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks from the clinch.
Bonifacio looks to land a right hand but Chaize moved out of range.
Chaize moves to clinch but Bonifacio breaks away
and Bonifacio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Chaize swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Chaize moves out of range.
Chaize throws a leg kick but Bonifacio sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bonifacio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chaize looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bonifacio checks a leg kick. #T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Bonifacio darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Chaize swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bonifacio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A low kick from Chaize is predictable there
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bonifacio misses with a left hand
and Chaize counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bonifacio thinking.
Chaize scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio throws a predictable looking body shot
and Chaize counters with a straight right hand.
Bonifacio lands with a straight right. Chaize didn't see that one coming.
Bonifacio throws a big shot that misses.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Chaize is looking to wear down Bonifacio with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Chaize tried to score with a low kick but Bonifacio checks it.
Bonifacio circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bonifacio lands a nice hook to Chaize's body. Chaize takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bonifacio takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
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!
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Chaize is just out of range.#T4#
Chaize tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bonifacio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A big left from Chaize misses.
Chaize fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bonifacio looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bonifacio misses with a looping left.
Bonifacio throws out a loose jab but Chaize uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chaize takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Chaize throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Chaize keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chaize tries to clinch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio misses with a hook.
Chaize defending well as Bonifacio loads up on a big left hand.
Bonifacio is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chaize moves away.
Chaize dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chaize misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bonifacio .
Chaize takes a body punch but keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Luigi Bonifacio will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Chaize wants to clinch.
Chaize fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bonifacio throws the left hand but Chaize avoids the punch easily.
Chaize takes a swing at Bonifacio 's ribcage but misses.
Nice body punch from Chaize.
Chaize fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonifacio manages to avoid it.#CL#
Chaize rushes Bonifacio and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Bonifacio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut. Chaize saw that one coming.
Chaize is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Chaize avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the side of Chaize's head but Chaize sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chaize displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bonifacio throws out the jab.
Chaize goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Chaize throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Chaize avoids it easily.
Chaize throws a leg kick but Bonifacio sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bonifacio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bonifacio lands with a shot to the body.
Chaize throws a nice looking combination but Bonifacio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Chaize misses with a low kick as Bonifacio jumps back.
Bonifacio throws a big shot that misses.
Bonifacio dodges the punch combination from Chaize.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Chaize does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chaize tried to counter with a leg kick but Bonifacio avoided it.
Chaize attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bonifacio avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bonifacio now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
Good shot there by Bonifacio .
Chaize throws a shot from downtown. Bonifacio moves away and avoids it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio lands a jab to the head.
Bonifacio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chaize moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A low kick from Chaize is predictable there
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Chaize closes the distance and pushes Bonifacio back into the cage.
Chaize tries to land knees in the clinch but Bonifacio avoids the damage to the body. #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks the clinch.
Chaize showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Chaize is just out of range.
Chaize swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Chaize swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range. #T3#
Chaize throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bonifacio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bonifacio walks into a jab.
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chaize.
Chaize lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bonifacio takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Chaize misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It seemed like Bonifacio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bonifacio smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chaize moves away.
Chaize tries to clinch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio looks to land a right hand but Chaize moved out of range.
Bonifacio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Chaize tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bonifacio is able to avoid easily.
A little jabbing left from Bonifacio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Chaize fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bonifacio , pushing him back against the cage.
Chaize with a knee to the head. #T4#
Chaize with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chaize trying to land knees to the body.
Jacques Chaize has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bonifacio has a couple of punches blocked by Chaize.
Chaize misses with a punch on the inside.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chaize presses Bonifacio against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC2#
Bonifacio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Chaize dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chaize tries to clinch there but Bonifacio circles away.
Bonifacio appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Chaize tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bonifacio swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Chaize is looking to chop away at Bonifacio 's legs.
Chaize ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chaize fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jacques Chaize showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Chaize 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jacques Chaize!

Luigi Bonifacio was interviewed post fight and said 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: WCF WNF 89: Masvidal vs BMA     
Date:   Jan 19, 2022
#R1#
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the body.
Boudreaux misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boudreaux was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Sloppy strikes from Boudreaux. Those never looked like landing.
Bonifacio appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boudreaux takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Boudreaux bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boudreaux is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Boudreaux scores with a jab to the head.
Some wild striking there from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio lands with a nice body punch.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Boudreaux's ribcage but misses.
Boudreaux misses the jab.
Bonifacio looks to throw the jab but Boudreaux is out of range.
Bonifacio moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boudreaux.
Boudreaux pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boudreaux is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bonifacio connects with a crisp jab.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boudreaux.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boudreaux.
Bonifacio is looking to counter punch.
Boudreaux misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Bonifacio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Boudreaux with a hook.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the side of Boudreaux's head but Boudreaux sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bonifacio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boudreaux sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boudreaux let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Boudreaux misses the body punch
and Boudreaux takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bonifacio slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T2#
Bonifacio throws the left hand but Boudreaux avoids the punch easily.
Bonifacio misses the jab.
Boudreaux cracks Bonifacio with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boudreaux misses with a wild body shot.
Boudreaux on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Boudreaux uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boudreaux! But no joy.
Boudreaux cracks Bonifacio with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Good exchange - Bonifacio coming out on top.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut
and Boudreaux counters with a straight right hand.
Bonifacio connects with a body shot.
Bonifacio scores with a crisp jab that stopped Boudreaux in his tracks.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Boudreaux blocks it.
Boudreaux looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bonifacio looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Boudreaux moves out of range as Bonifacio strikes.
Boudreaux let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boudreaux.#T3#
Bonifacio lands with a shot to the body.
Bonifacio digs a good hook to Boudreaux's body.
Boudreaux misses with a straight right.
Bonifacio slips a jab from Boudreaux.
Bonifacio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bonifacio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Boudreaux.
Boudreaux keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonifacio jabs Boudreaux to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bonifacio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boudreaux.
Bonifacio appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boudreaux cracks Bonifacio with a good jab.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut
and Boudreaux cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boudreaux.
Boudreaux swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bonifacio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Bonifacio throws a sloppy body shot
and Boudreaux counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonifacio moves out of range as Boudreaux strikes.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boudreaux manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch
and Boudreaux counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Bonifacio .
A nice side step and Boudreaux releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boudreaux.
Bonifacio scores with a jab.
Boudreaux scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bonifacio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Boudreaux looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Boudreaux connects with a body shot that sends Bonifacio 's belly button to the back.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch
and Boudreaux counters with a stiff right hand.
Boudreaux digs a good body shot into Bonifacio 's ribs.
Bonifacio cracks Boudreaux with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
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 Luigi Bonifacio will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boudreaux manages to avoid it.
Boudreaux appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Boudreaux misses the shot to the body.
Bonifacio lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Boudreaux slips under a jab from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boudreaux.
Boudreaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
A big right from Boudreaux misses.
Boudreaux will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio slips a jab from Boudreaux.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Luigi Bonifacio is winning the standup battle so far.
Boudreaux takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Bonifacio lands with a nice body punch.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Boudreaux might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bonifacio has got the better of the exchanges.
Boudreaux connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Boudreaux ducks under a wild hook from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Boudreaux can do to turn this around?
Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boudreaux.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boudreaux takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boudreaux loads up on a big right hand but Bonifacio slips the punch.
A little feinted left hand from Bonifacio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boudreaux wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Boudreaux bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boudreaux uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bonifacio .
Boudreaux avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boudreaux was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Boudreaux swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Boudreaux throws an overhand right that lands on Bonifacio 's shoulder, as Bonifacio tries to avoid the shot.
Boudreaux scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio scores with a decent looking hook.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Boudreaux.
Boudreaux throws out a counter right but Bonifacio avoids it with no problem.
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Boudreaux.
Boudreaux loads up on a big right hand but Bonifacio slips the punch.
Boudreaux misses with a jab to the body
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boudreaux keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Bonifacio misses with a hook. Boudreaux ducked under it nicely.
Boudreaux blocks a jab.
Boudreaux let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Boudreaux throws a series of punches but Bonifacio moves out of range. #T3#
Boudreaux darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
Boudreaux displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bonifacio throws out the jab.
Boudreaux scores with a punch to the head.
Good exchange - Bonifacio coming out on top.
Bonifacio with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boudreaux to score with a decent uppercut.
Boudreaux staying out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boudreaux. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bonifacio 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boudreaux connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bonifacio scrambles back to his feet.
Boudreaux bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bonifacio 's head backwards.
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
Boudreaux lands with a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boudreaux missing with a left hand there. Bonifacio was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Good exchange - Boudreaux coming out on top.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Boudreaux does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big right from Boudreaux misses.
Boudreaux throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boudreaux with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bonifacio to score with a decent uppercut.
Bonifacio throws a shot from downtown. Boudreaux moves away and avoids it.
Boudreaux dips to his left and cracks Bonifacio with an uppercut!
Bonifacio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Boudreaux moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Boudreaux dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Boudreaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Boudreaux is just out of range.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Boudreaux's ribcage but misses.
Bonifacio scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Luigi Bonifacio will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio misses with a few strikes there.
Boudreaux swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut.
Boudreaux appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Boudreaux moves away from the strike by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with a straight left.
It seemed like Boudreaux was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab from Bonifacio finds it's way through Boudreaux's defenses.
Boudreaux steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boudreaux lands the left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boudreaux throws a hook but Bonifacio blocks it.
Boudreaux just misses with a punch to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Bonifacio misses its target.
Boudreaux has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bonifacio lands a two punch combo.
Boudreaux misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bonifacio .
Boudreaux throws a series of punches but Bonifacio moves out of range. #T1#
Bonifacio catches Boudreaux with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boudreaux misses with a two punch combination.
Boudreaux misses with a straight right.
Boudreaux thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bonifacio scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A shot to the body from Bonifacio misses
and Boudreaux counters with a stiff right hand.
Boudreaux misses with a straight right.
Boudreaux looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A telegraphed right hand from Boudreaux misses the target.
Boudreaux misses with a hook.
Bonifacio throws out a loose jab but Boudreaux uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gator Boudreaux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Luigi Bonifacio is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Boudreaux. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Bonifacio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bonifacio cracks Boudreaux with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bonifacio misses with a double jab.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Boudreaux moves out of range.
Bonifacio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Boudreaux.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boudreaux swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boudreaux misses with a wild combination.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Boudreaux was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bonifacio throws a right hand that misses
and Boudreaux makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bonifacio misses with a lunging right hand
and Boudreaux counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio looks to land a left hand but Boudreaux moved out of range nicely.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boudreaux.
Bonifacio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Boudreaux takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Boudreaux misses with a hook. Bonifacio ducked under it nicely.
Boudreaux slips a jab from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boudreaux connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bonifacio scrambles back to his feet.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Boudreaux blocks it.
Bonifacio lands a jab to Boudreaux's midsection.
Boudreaux misses with a shot to the body
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Boudreaux misses the shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Bonifacio . Beautiful body shot.
Bonifacio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut. Boudreaux saw that one coming.
Bonifacio throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Boudreaux to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Bonifacio swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Boudreaux counters with a straight right hand.
Boudreaux has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Boudreaux there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Boudreaux's ribcage but misses.
Boudreaux avoids a punch combination nicely.
Boudreaux throws an overhand right that lands on Bonifacio 's shoulder, as Bonifacio tries to avoid the shot.
Boudreaux uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with a body punch
and Boudreaux counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the liver by Bonifacio . Beautiful body shot.
Bonifacio thows a left - swing and a miss!
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boudreaux! But no joy.
Boudreaux throws a jab but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Boudreaux takes a shot to the body in his stride.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bonifacio 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 William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

Luigi Bonifacio 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: WCF WNF 86: Khabib vs Woo     
Date:   Dec 29, 2021
#R1#
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alvarez.
Alvarez seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Alvarez is just out of range.
Bonifacio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alvarez is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bonifacio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bonifacio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Alvarez circles away quickly and effectively.
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio works Alvarez's body with a nice hook.
Alvarez slips a jab from Bonifacio .
Alvarez ducks under a wild hook from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Alvarez rather than just go for the knockout.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body. #T1##CL#
Alvarez moves into the clinch successfully.
Alvarez stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Alvarez slips a straight right by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio swings for the body but Alvarez moves out of range.
Alvarez defending well as Bonifacio loads up on a big left hand.
Alvarez is looking to counter the offense by Bonifacio and move into the clinch.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Alvarez is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bonifacio .#CL#
Alvarez clinches up against the cage.
Alvarez is pushing Bonifacio up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Bonifacio throws a nice looking combination but Alvarez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bonifacio misses with a straight left.
Bonifacio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bonifacio looks to throw the jab but Alvarez is out of range.
Alvarez takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Alvarez wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alvarez was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Alvarez ducks under a wild hook from Bonifacio .
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch #CL#
and Alvarez counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio is trying to break free.
Bonifacio tries to break free but Alvarez pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Alvarez content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Alvarez is pushing Bonifacio up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Bonifacio tries to work over Alvarez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Alvarez.
Alvarez is stalling here.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Alvarez for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Alvarez is pushing Bonifacio up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC2#
Bonifacio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alvarez was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Alvarez moves out of range.
Bonifacio looks to land a right hand but Alvarez moved out of range.#CL#
Alvarez closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Alvarez stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bonifacio stalling in the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alvarez manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Alvarez is pushing Bonifacio up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio 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#
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Alvarez closes the distance and clinches.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tyler Alvarez.
Alvarez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and Alvarez counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks the clinch.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Alvarez is just out of range.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alvarez was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alvarez throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonifacio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bonifacio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Alvarez.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alvarez moves away.
Alvarez tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bonifacio manages to circle out of the way.
Alvarez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bonifacio .
Alvarez wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T1#
Bonifacio shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Alvarez eats them both and turns towards Bonifacio to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Alvarez moves in looking to clinch but Bonifacio pushes him off.
Alvarez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bonifacio .
Alvarez on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Alvarez avoids it easily.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alvarez was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Alvarez seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Alvarez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bonifacio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alvarez blocks a jab.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Alvarez moves out of range. #T2#
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Alvarez tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bonifacio manages to circle out of the way.
Bonifacio throws a lazy right hand but Alvarez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alvarez moves away.
A big right from Alvarez misses.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Alvarez pushes Bonifacio up against the cage in a clinch.
Alvarez stalls.
Alvarez content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bonifacio being controlled against the cage.
Alvarez seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Alvarez is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T3#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Alvarez.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tyler Alvarez.
Bonifacio keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bonifacio scores with a body shot.
Alvarez avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Alvarez wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bonifacio punishes Alvarez's body with a nice straight punch.
Alvarez throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Alvarez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alvarez misses with a body shot
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bonifacio throws the left hand but Alvarez avoids the punch easily.
As Bonifacio tries to get set, Alvarez tries to push him back and clinch up but Bonifacio manages to avoid the attempt.
Alvarez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alvarez wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T4#
Alvarez closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bonifacio counters with a left to the body.
Alvarez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alvarez was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Alvarez moves out of range.
Alvarez tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bonifacio manages to circle out of the way.
Bonifacio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bonifacio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Alvarez has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Alvarez tries to clinch but Bonifacio moves out of range. #CL#
Alvarez closes the distance and pushes Bonifacio back into the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alvarez taking a breather.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alvarez.
Alvarez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonifacio .
Alvarez takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Alvarez misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the body.
Alvarez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alvarez tries to counter by clinching up but Bonifacio breaks away and moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alvarez tries to clinch but Bonifacio moves away
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bonifacio staying out of range there.
Bonifacio lands a really nice looking cross but Alvarez seems unphased. #CL#
Alvarez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bonifacio , pushing him back against the cage.#T1##BC2#
Bonifacio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Alvarez moves out of range.
Bonifacio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alvarez tries to clinch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bonifacio .
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Alvarez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Alvarez will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Bonifacio up against the cage.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tyler Alvarez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Luigi Bonifacio is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Bonifacio lands a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bonifacio being controlled against the cage.
Alvarez holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Alvarez will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Bonifacio up against the cage.
Alvarez stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T3#
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bonifacio being controlled against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tyler Alvarez.
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alvarez.
Bonifacio connects with a good right hand that stumbles Alvarez. Alvarez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. #CL#
Alvarez takes the fight into the clinch.
Alvarez is stalling here. #T4#
Alvarez has Bonifacio pressed against the cage.
Alvarez is struggling to control the position.
Alvarez is pushing Bonifacio up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Alvarez controlling the action here for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tyler Alvarez.
Bonifacio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bonifacio 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

Luigi Bonifacio 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: WCF WNF 81: BB vs Legionarius     
Date:   Nov 24, 2021
#R1#
Bonifacio throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Victor counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Victor is trying to control the action in half guard but Bonifacio is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Victor seems content to control.
Bonifacio 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.#SUB#
Victor is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bonifacio defends it well. #SUB#
Victor is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Victor works his way into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Victor works his way to his opponent's back. #T1##SUB#
Victor patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Victor looking for the choke but no joy.
Victor trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #SUB#
Bonifacio preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Victor.
Victor trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #T2##SUB#
Victor sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Bonifacio taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Caio Victor!
Caio Victor made sure to mention his sponsor, Savage Fightwear in his post fight interview.
Luigi Bonifacio spoke after the fight, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: WCF WNF 77: Escalante vs Baker     
Date:   Oct 27, 2021
#R1#
Hayden lands with a cross.
Bonifacio misses with a looping right.
Hayden drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bonifacio sprawls and moves away.
Bonifacio misses with a looping left.
Hayden tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bonifacio is able to avoid easily.
Hayden throws a leg kick but Bonifacio sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Hayden tries to land a leg kick but Bonifacio saw it coming and moves away.
Hayden connects with a leg kick.
Hayden uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Hayden.
Bonifacio misses with a combination
and Hayden counters with a nice body kick.
Hayden pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bonifacio slips a jab and a cross from Hayden.
Bonifacio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hayden circles away quickly and effectively.
Bonifacio with a jab.
A big left from Bonifacio misses.
A clash of legs there as Bonifacio blocks the low kick.
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hayden. #T1#
Hayden throws a series of punches but Bonifacio avoids them all with ease.
Bonifacio keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hayden throws a head kick but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws out a counter right but Hayden avoids it with no problem.
Hayden tries a low kick but Bonifacio avoids it.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Hayden misses with a low kick.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Hayden swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hayden defending well as Bonifacio loads up on a big left hand.
Bonifacio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hayden tries a head kick but it misses.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Hayden is just out of range.
Hayden changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hayden looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonifacio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bonifacio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hayden.#T2#
A low kick from Hayden misses
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Good shot there by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hayden fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bonifacio checks it well.
Hayden throws a leg kick
and Bonifacio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Some wild striking there from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Hayden moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws a series of punches but Hayden avoids them all with ease.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Hayden feinted with a counter takedown.
Bonifacio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hayden.
Bonifacio appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hayden throws a leg kick
and Hayden takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Hayden counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T3#
Bonifacio is adopting a defensive guard.
Hayden works over Bonifacio with some ground and pound from guard.
Hayden wants to control from the top but Bonifacio keeps moving.
Bonifacio keeping full guard, as Hayden tries to pass.
Hayden passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hayden wants to control but Bonifacio is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Hayden is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bonifacio is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
Bonifacio is looking to reverse the position.
Hayden in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Bonifacio takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Bonifacio tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bonifacio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hayden. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sloppy strikes there by Hayden.
Bonifacio wants to control but Hayden postures up.
Hayden wants to control but Bonifacio is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Clay Hayden will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Bonifacio connects with the punch.
Hayden tried to score with a low kick but Bonifacio checks it.
Hayden throws a low kick, looking for Bonifacio 's leg but Bonifacio calmly moves out of range.
Hayden scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Hayden avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Hayden drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hayden tries a low kick but Bonifacio avoids it.
Hayden scoring well with a low kick there.
Hayden misses with a low kick.
Bonifacio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hayden misses with a low kick as Bonifacio jumps back.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bonifacio connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hayden's hands.
Hayden is looking to chop away at Bonifacio 's legs.
Bonifacio throws a big shot that misses.
Hayden tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Bonifacio avoids the head kick by Hayden.
Bonifacio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hayden throws a leg kick that misses.
Hayden misses with the combination.
Hayden rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bonifacio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hayden 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 Bonifacio has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bonifacio and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bonifacio punishes Hayden's body with a nice straight punch.
Hayden takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bonifacio slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio cracks Hayden with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Hayden moves out of range.
Hayden looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
Bonifacio works Hayden's body with a nice hook.
Hayden takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Hayden moves out of range. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hayden takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bonifacio checks a low kick from Hayden.
Bonifacio connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hayden's hands.
Some wild striking there from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocks a jab.
Hayden lands with a nice body punch.
Bonifacio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bonifacio cracks Hayden with an open hand slap.
A punch lands to the side of Hayden 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bonifacio throws a big shot that misses.
Hayden throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Hayden's ribcage but misses.
Bonifacio throws a shot from downtown. Hayden moves away and avoids it.
Hayden walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bonifacio checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bonifacio throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T3#
Hayden ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bonifacio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Haydens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bonifacio scores with a body shot.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hayden misses with a body kick.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Bonifacio slips a straight right by Hayden.
Bonifacio throws a big shot that misses.
Hayden throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice side step and Bonifacio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bonifacio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hayden looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Hayden misses the target.
Bonifacio throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hayden dives in for a single leg takedown but Bonifacio sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T4#
Bonifacio can't find room to land a body shot as Hayden controls the action.
Hayden trying to land knees to the body.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks the clinch.
Bonifacio slips under a jab from Hayden.
Bonifacio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonifacio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hayden's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hayden keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Bonifacio . No joy for Hayden on that attempt.
Hayden doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio stuns Hayden with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Hayden's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hayden shoots in but Bonifacio avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bonifacio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Hayden ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hayden looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hayden pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Hayden moves out of range.
Bonifacio lands with a straight right. Hayden didn't see that one coming.
Bonifacio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hayden takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Hayden's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hayden moves away.
A head kick misses from Hayden.
Bonifacio checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hayden slips a straight right by Bonifacio .
Hayden is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Bonifacio 's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Hayden fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bonifacio avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Hayden throws a body shot but no joy.
Hayden uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Hayden shoots in but Bonifacio avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clay Hayden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hayden throws a hook but Bonifacio avoids it easily.
Bonifacio tries to bum rush Hayden with a series of wild strikes but Hayden uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bonifacio will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A big right from Hayden misses.
Bonifacio digs a good body shot into Hayden's ribs.
Bonifacio misses with a hook
and Hayden counters with a thumping low kick.
Bonifacio misses with a straight left. #T2#
Hayden attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Hayden's head backwards.
Bonifacio loads up on a big right hand but Hayden slips the punch.
Bonifacio misses with a looping left.
Hayden takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hayden tries a low kick but Bonifacio avoids it.
Bonifacio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hayden slips a jab from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hayden uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bonifacio .
Hayden looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio misses the jab.
Bonifacio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hayden.
Bonifacio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hayden changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bonifacio tries to avoid it but Hayden manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bonifacio to the ground. Bonifacio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bonifacio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Hayden closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Hayden is just out of range.
Nice cross by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hayden manages to avoid it.#TD#
Bonifacio gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hayden tries to free his leg and advance position but Bonifacio is retaining full guard.
Hayden in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hayden working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hayden working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bonifacio is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hayden is looking to work some ground and pound but Bonifacio has wrist control.#T4#
Hayden passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Hayden 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.
Bonifacio parries the strikes from Hayden easily there. Hayden is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bonifacio to escape.
Hayden trying to control the position but Bonifacio is working away.
Clay Hayden overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
You can see the frustration on Bonifacio 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bonifacio takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Bonifacio is looking for a sweep.
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!
Hayden wants to control for a moment but Bonifacio uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bonifacio 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

A very excited looking Luigi Bonifacio rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: WCF WNF 67: Tofail vs Sepi     
Date:   Aug 18, 2021
#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for Bonifacio . That snapped Barao's head back.
Bonifacio swings widly with a right hand
enabling Barao to counter with a crisp jab.
Barao moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Barao is looking for a counter combo.
Barao throws a head kick that misses.
Barao with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Barao dives in and scores a takedown into Bonifacio 's guard.
Barao is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Barao tries to free his leg and advance position but Bonifacio is retaining full guard.
Barao postures up.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bonifacio pulls Barao in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
No luck for Barao with that takedown attempt.
Barao has been working on his balance at Westside Martial Arts, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Bonifacio .
Barao misses with a takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pascal Barao. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonifacio throws a lazy right hand but Barao sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Barao.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Barao moves out of range.
No luck for Barao with that takedown attempt.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Barao is just out of range.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barao.
Nice defenses there by Barao.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Barao bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Barao tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bonifacio sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Barao somewhat.
Nice straight punches there by Bonifacio . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bonifacio .
Barao ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut. Barao saw that one coming.
Bonifacio tests Barao's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Barao avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio cracks Barao with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Barao tries for a takedown but Bonifacio circles away easily
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bonifacio tests Barao's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Barao shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Barao shoots in for a double leg but Bonifacio sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T4#
Barao closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bonifacio circles away.
Bonifacio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Barao fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bonifacio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Decent striking displayed by Bonifacio there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barao looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice cross by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a nice looking combination but Barao bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Barao lands a head kick. Bonifacio smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Bonifacio misses with a hook. Barao ducked under it nicely.
Bonifacio connects with a body shot that sends Barao's belly button to the back.
Barao shoots for a double leg takedown but Bonifacio sprawls well. He's pushed Barao's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A little jabbing left from Bonifacio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking body shot.
Barao moves out of range as Bonifacio strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Barao darts in looking for a takedown but Bonifacio gets double underhooks and turns Barao into the cage. #BC2#
Bonifacio 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bonifacio throws the left hand but Barao avoids the punch easily.
Barao was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bonifacio throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bonifacio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bonifacio sizes up Barao with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bonifacio stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bonifacio wants it to stay on the feet.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Barao is just out of range.
Barao is looking to counter punch.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Barao fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pascal Barao. 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.
Barao fails with a takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Barao or perhaps it was just good defense by Bonifacio , which made it look bad. #T1#
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barao manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Barao.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bonifacio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pascal Barao is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Barao shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bonifacio as he avoids it easily.
Bonifacio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Barao looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Barao takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bonifacio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barao sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Barao fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Barao throws a head kick but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Barao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with the combination.
Nice defenses there by Barao.
Barao fails with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Barao fails with the takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barao on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A left and a right from Bonifacio both land. Nice combination.
Bonifacio throws the left hand but Barao avoids the punch easily.
Bonifacio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Barao doesn't seem bothered though.
Bonifacio stuffs the takedown.
Bonifacio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Barao moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bonifacio stalks Barao and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Barao's face. Barao staggers backwards, shaken.
Bonifacio connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Barao momentarily.
Bonifacio scores with a sloppy right hand. Barao should have avoided that one.
Bonifacio loads up on a big right hand but Barao slips the punch.
Barao shoots in for a takedown but Bonifacio shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Barao fails with a takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
Barao tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bonifacio swivels and escapes.
Barao changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bonifacio tries to avoid it but Barao manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bonifacio to the ground. Bonifacio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nice takedown defense from Bonifacio . No joy for Barao on that attempt.
A little jabbing left from Bonifacio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Barao tries to move into range but Bonifacio moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Barao closes the distance and clinches up with Bonifacio , looking for a takedown. Barao pushes Bonifacio against the cage but Bonifacio circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bonifacio misses with the combination.
Barao went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Barao slips under a jab from Bonifacio .
Nice takedown defense from Bonifacio . No joy for Barao on that attempt.
Bonifacio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Barao with a body shot.
Barao misses with a takedown attempt - Bonifacio sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barao manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barao moves away.#T4#
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barao moves away.
Barao is looking for a counter combo.
Bonifacio works Barao's body with a nice hook.
Bonifacio throws a sloppy body shot
and Barao counters with a left and a right that stings Bonifacio .
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!
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Barao is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Barao does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barao fails with the takedown
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bonifacio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bonifacio has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Nice uppercut lands for Bonifacio . That snapped Barao's head back.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
Barao closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bonifacio to the mat! Bonifacio manages to get full guard.
Bonifacio seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio 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. 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#
Barao fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bonifacio lands a jab to Barao's midsection.
Bonifacio tries to bum rush Barao with a series of wild strikes but Barao uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Barao shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Barao thinking.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Barao blocks it.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Barao's ribcage but misses.
Barao fails with the takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pascal Barao. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Barao takes one to the side of the head.
Bonifacio slaps away a takedown attempt from Barao, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barao moves out of range as Bonifacio strikes.
Bonifacio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Barao's head.
Barao tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bonifacio swivels and escapes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bonifacio lands the left hand.#T1#
Barao misses with a takedown attempt
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Barao has his takedown stuffed
and Bonifacio counters with a straight right hand.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barao.
Bonifacio throws a right and a left that both miss.
Barao appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bonifacio jabs Barao to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bonifacio connects with the punch.
Bonifacio blocks a head kick by Barao.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bonifacio ! But no joy.
Barao shoots in for a double leg but Bonifacio sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bonifacio avoids the head kick by Barao.
Barao shoots in but no luck this time.
Bonifacio lands with a nice combination. Barao backs away looking to recover.
Barao looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bonifacio connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bonifacio scores with a crisp jab that stopped Barao in his tracks.
Bonifacio with a jab.
Luigi Bonifacio is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Nice body punch from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio missing with a left hand there. Barao was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Barao swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Barao is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bonifacio sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A nice side step and Bonifacio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barao moves away.
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
No luck for Barao with that takedown attempt.
Barao on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Bonifacio ! #ROC2#Barao is rocked!
Bonifacio throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Barao stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Oh Barao is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bonifacio jabs Barao to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bonifacio throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Barao stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Barao gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Bonifacio gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luigi Bonifacio !
A less than humble Luigi Bonifacio misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: WCF WNF 63: Ronaldo vs Somchai     
Date:   Jul 21, 2021
#R1#
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice side step and Bonifacio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Heed misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Heed throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Heed throws a jab when Bonifacio was well out of range.
We've been told by Heed's head coaches at Tycoon Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Heed misses with a shot to the body
and Heed takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bonifacio sizes up Heed with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Heed misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bonifacio .
Heed fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nice uppercut lands for Bonifacio . That snapped Heed's head back.
Heed moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Heed throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Heed misses the target.
Bonifacio staying out of range there.
Bonifacio scores with a nice head shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sloppy strikes from Heed. Those never looked like landing.
Bonifacio wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Heed takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bonifacio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Heed misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Bonifacio works Heed's body with a nice hook.
Heed waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .
Heed throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bonifacio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Heed looks to throw the jab but Bonifacio is out of range.
Bonifacio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Heed falls off balance throwing a combination
and Heed takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Heed swings widly with a right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bonifacio is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Heed tries to bum rush Bonifacio with a series of wild strikes but Bonifacio uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bonifacio cracks Heed with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A telegraphed right hand from Heed misses the target.
Heed is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Bonifacio 's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Bonifacio thuds a left hand into Heed's body.
Heed drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Heed throws a sloppy body shot
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bonifacio thuds a left hand into Heed's body.
Heed takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bonifacio has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Heed is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bonifacio cracks Heed with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T2#
Heed misses with an uppercut
and Heed takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bonifacio dodges the punch combination from Heed.
Bonifacio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Heed throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.
Bonifacio wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Heed throws a jab when Bonifacio was well out of range.
Heed misses with a wild body shot.
Bonifacio lands a right hook to the body.
Good shot there by Bonifacio .
Heed throws a big shot that misses.
Bonifacio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Heed looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bonifacio avoids the body shot from Heed.
Heed takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bonifacio throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Heed stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Heed throws a series of punches but Bonifacio avoids them all with ease. #T3#
Heed takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a right hook to the body.
Drapton Heed seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Heed throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Danga de danga de dang - Heed scores with a four punch combination!
Heed is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonifacio .
Heed throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Heed takes a jab right on the kisser.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bonifacio .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Heed doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bonifacio feints a jab promting Heed to slip. Bonifacio then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Heed slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Heed connects with a right hand. Bonifacio shakes it off.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bonifacio wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonifacio now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Donk. Bonifacio catches Heed right on the button with a cross.#T4#
Bonifacio scores with a jab. Heed acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nice shot lands for Bonifacio .
A cross from Bonifacio lands.
Bonifacio lands a right hook to the body.
Bonifacio throws a right and a left that Heed avoids nicely.
Heed on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Heed takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bonifacio slips a jab from Heed.
Bonifacio lands a jab-cross combination.
Heed swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bonifacio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Heed is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bonifacio lands with a cross.
Bonifacio moves out of range as Heed strikes.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Heed jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bonifacio showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Heed.
Heed takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Heed is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonifacio .
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A looping hook to the body misses from Heed. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Heed takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bonifacio keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Heed misses the jab.
Bonifacio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bonifacio cracks a nice hook into Heed's ribs.
Heed misses with a looping right.
Heed tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Heed.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
Heed drops his hands momentarily and Bonifacio takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Some wild striking there from Heed.
Heed takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Heed pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Heed throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Heed takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bonifacio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Heed tries to bum rush Bonifacio with a series of wild strikes but Bonifacio uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Heed takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bonifacio jabs at Heed's body.
Heed misses with a straight left.
Bonifacio jabs at Heed's body.
Bonifacio slips under a jab from Heed.
Heed looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Heed misses with an uppercut.
Bonifacio jabs Heed right on the nose. Heed blinks but takes it well.
Bonifacio connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Heed might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Heed is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bonifacio .
Heed needs to keep his hands up - Bonifacio had a free shot at his head there.
Heed walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Heed takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bonifacio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Heed misses with a straight left.
Heed throws a right hand that Bonifacio ducks under and follows up with a left that Bonifacio also avoids with ease.
Bonifacio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Heed with a body shot.
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Heed.
Bonifacio scores with a crisp jab that stopped Heed in his tracks.
Heed misses with a jab, cross combination.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Heed throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Heed.
Bonifacio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Heed throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Heed takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bonifacio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Heeds jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Heed throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Bonifacio misses with a series of wild punches.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.#T3#
Bonifacio scores with a hook.
Heed throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio jabs at Heed's body.
Heed misses with a double jab
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Heed does it's job there.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bonifacio lands with a nice body punch.
Bonifacio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Heed throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a right hand to the body.
Heed gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a jab to Heed's midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bonifacio connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Heed misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Bonifacio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Heed tries to move into range but Bonifacio moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nice cross by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio fails to land with a series of punches.
Bonifacio jabs at Heed's body.
Heed swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio lands with a nice combination. Heed backs away looking to recover.
Heed tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Heed.
Heed misses with a double jab.
Heed fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Heed takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bonifacio 's corner calls for a 1-2. Bonifacio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Heed takes a swing at Bonifacio 's ribcage but misses.
Heed misses with an uppercut. Bonifacio saw that one coming.
Heed misses with a body punch
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio works Heed's body with a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Jab from Bonifacio .
Heed throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
Heed misses the body punch
and Bonifacio counters with a nice body shot.
Bonifacio takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Heed throws an off balance right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a straight right hand.
Heed looks to land a left hand but Bonifacio moved out of range nicely.
Bonifacio digs a good body shot into Heed's ribs.
Bonifacio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bonifacio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Heed walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
Heed walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bonifacio connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1#
Heed throws a body shot but no joy.
Good exchange - Bonifacio coming out on top.
Bonifacio jabs at Heed's body.
Heed ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a nice looking body shot.
Bonifacio scores with a nice right hand.
Heed with a hook.
A shot to the liver by Heed. Beautiful body shot.
Heed takes one on the button.
Heed swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Heed misses with a series of wild punches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Heed swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio lands with a shot to the body.
Drapton Heed has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Luigi Bonifacio is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Bonifacio fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Heed on the side of the head.
Bonifacio slips a jab from Heed.
Heed takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bonifacio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Heed doesn't seem bothered though.
Bonifacio avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bonifacio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Heed misses with a jab to the body
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Heed takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body. Heed takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Heed misses with a series of wild punches.
Heed takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Bonifacio lands a nice shot that snaps Heed's head back.
Heed drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Heed.
A nice side step and Bonifacio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
Bonifacio lands with a right hand.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bonifacio clobbers Heed with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bonifacio connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bonifacio with a hook.
Heed misses with a straight left.
Heed takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Heed takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Heed misses with a hook
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Heed lands with a good body shot.
A shot to the liver by Bonifacio . Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
Heed lands with a straight right. Bonifacio didn't see that one coming.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A left and a right from Bonifacio both land. Nice combination.
No joy there for Heed, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Heed's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bonifacio connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Heed scrambles back to his feet.
Heed's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bonifacio connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Heed scrambles back to his feet.
Heed cracks Bonifacio with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bonifacio works Heed's body with a nice hook.
Heed takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Heed swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jab by Bonifacio .
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bonifacio slips under a jab from Heed.
Heed misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bonifacio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bonifacio lands a right hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bonifacio 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

Luigi Bonifacio 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: WCF 67: Garcia vs Escalante 3     
Date:   Apr 10, 2021
#R1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Smith.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Smith moves out of range.
Bonifacio stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bonifacio wants it to stay on the feet.
Smith looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A slow jab from Smith misses its intended target.
Good exchange - Smith coming out on top.
Smith moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL#
Smith gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Smith misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smith misses with some punches.
Smith misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Smith tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Smith.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Smith throws an elbow but it misses.
Smith looking for a takedown.
Bonifacio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bonifacio wants to get back to striking at distance but Smith won't allow it.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Smith throws a head punch that misses.
Smith fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smith tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Smith turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Smith is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bonifacio is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Smith throws an elbow but Bonifacio slips to the side and avoids it well.
Smith grinds an elbow into Bonifacio 's temple. #T2#
Smith creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bonifacio sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Smith lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Bonifacio down.
Smith advances nicely into full mount.
Smith working away from the top, dropping strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonifacio avoids a series of strikes thrown by Smith. #SUB#
Smith looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Smith looking to finish Bonifacio with some ground and pound. This is bad for Bonifacio !
Smith trying to control but Bonifacio is having none of it.
Smith punching from mount but Bonifacio doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Smith looking to finish with strikes here! #T3#
Smith punching from mount but Bonifacio doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Smith throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Bonifacio because Smith loaded up on that one.
Smith lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Smith throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Bonifacio because Smith loaded up on that one.
Smith throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Smith throwing strikes here but Bonifacio is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
BOOM! Smith connects with a massive shot to the dome!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bonifacio can do anything to dispel that myth.
Smith avoids the attempt from Bonifacio to control.
Smith throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Smith sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Smith with the ground and pound from mount. #T4#
BOOM! Smith connects with a massive shot to the dome!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smith looking to finish with strikes here!
Smith fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Smith scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Bonifacio is bucking up trying to escape but Smith cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Smith throwing strikes but Bonifacio recovers to half guard. A much better position.
Smith throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Bonifacio to regain full guard.
Smith trying to control but Bonifacio is working from the bottom.
Smith working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Smith throws an elbow that misses. Bonifacio uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Smith's guard. Nice move by Bonifacio !#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jake Smith 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#
Smith throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bonifacio lands a really nice looking cross but Smith seems unphased.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Smith.
Smith throws a good cross that connects.
Smith swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like Bonifacio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Smith lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
An inside leg kick from Smith misses.
Smith misses the body punch
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Smith 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.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Smith.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bonifacio works the jab nicely.
Bonifacio 's corner calls for a 1-2. Bonifacio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Smith.
Smith misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Smith misses with the combination.
Bonifacio slips a jab and a cross from Smith.
Smith misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bonifacio .
Despite the aggression on Bonifacio 's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Smith throws a lazy uppercut
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Smith at a distance.
Smith on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Smith gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jab, jab by Bonifacio - just one landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Smith does a little dance to reset his feet.
Smith takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Smith on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Smith moves away from the strike by Bonifacio .
Smith throws a hook but Bonifacio blocks it.#T2#
Smith keeps Bonifacio at a distance using the push kick.
Smith misses with a body punch
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Smith throws a shot from downtown. Bonifacio moves away and avoids it.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bonifacio is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Smith tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Smith.
Smith throws a leg kick
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Smith wants to clinch.
It seemed like Bonifacio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Smith uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Smith tries a head kick but it misses.
Smith keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Smith moves out of range.
Bonifacio avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bonifacio scores with a jab. Smith acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T3#
Smith looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
Bonifacio smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Smith just misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Smith tries to clinch
and Bonifacio counters with a nice body shot.
Smith ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smith manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Smith's head.
Bonifacio walks forward, straight into a front kick from Smith.
Smith fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Smith shoots in looking for a takedown but Bonifacio manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Smith's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Smith blocks it.
Smith misses with a body shot. #T4#
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smith manages to avoid it.
Smith looks to throw a body kick
and Bonifacio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bonifacio loads up on a big right hand but Smith slips the punch.
Smith looks for a takedown but Bonifacio sprawls well.
Smith throws a body shot but no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio slips a jab from Smith.
Smith throws out a loose jab but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A swing and a miss from Bonifacio .
Smith is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bonifacio can do to turn this around?
Bonifacio throws a right and a left that Smith avoids nicely.
Smith defending well as Bonifacio loads up on a big left hand.
Bonifacio has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
A shot to the body from Smith misses
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Smith throws an off balance right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bonifacio lands a slapping body shot.
Smith takes a body punch but keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio 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#
Bonifacio moves out of range as Smith throws a body kick.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smith manages to avoid it.
Smith misses with a hook. Bonifacio ducked under it nicely.
Smith ducks under a wild hook from Bonifacio .
Smith attempts a counter takedown but Bonifacio avoids it well and moves away.
Smith avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Smith has closed the distance and engaged Bonifacio in a clinch.
Smith tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Smith fails to land. #TD#
Smith has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Bonifacio is trying to keep an underhook but Smith manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Smith not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Smith is looking for a kimura but Bonifacio is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Smith to get the leverage.
Smith thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bonifacio 's head.
Jake Smith overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Smith thows a huge punch but Bonifacio dodges it nicely. #T1#
Smith thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bonifacio 's head.
Smith thows a huge punch but Bonifacio dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Smith is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Smith thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bonifacio has hold of Smith's hands but Smith slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bonifacio taking some punishment here, with Smith in his half guard.
Smith missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Smith stalling away here and it's allowed Bonifacio to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Smith postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Smith looking to sit in guard and control but Bonifacio gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Smith wants to sweep here but Bonifacio controlling him for the moment.
Smith working a defensive guard but Bonifacio passes into half guard.
Smith has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bonifacio is working away from the top position though.
Smith is looking for a sweep. Bonifacio is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Smith actively working from the bottom here.
Smith wants to control but Bonifacio is keeping busy.
Bonifacio controlling the action here.#T3#
Smith makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Smith.
Smith is controlling Bonifacio 's posture.#SUB#
Smith looking for subs off his back but Bonifacio has passed one foot through into half guard.
Smith moves into full guard. #SUB#
Smith working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bonifacio doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bonifacio manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bonifacio controls from within his opponent's guard.
Smith is adopting a defensive guard.
Smith working a defensive guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Smith working for submissions but it's allowed Bonifacio to get to half guard.
Smith is trying to get back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jake Smith showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Smith 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jake Smith!

Jake Smith made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Great fight. Down the road I'm sure we'll meet again for the rubber match. '.
Luigi Bonifacio was interviewed post fight and said 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: WCF 58: Camara vs Santos     
Date:   Feb 06, 2021
#R1#
Bonifacio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bonifacio throws a sloppy body shot
and Ru counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bonifacio lands a lovely overhand right.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonifacio looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ru misses with a body shot.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the side of Ru's head but Ru sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bonifacio misses with a looping right.
Ru is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Ru does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bonifacio misses with a few strikes there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Ru does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ru swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A swing and a miss from Bonifacio .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ru blocks a jab.
Bonifacio rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ru counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bonifacio misses with a straight left.
Ru throws a looping overhand right but Bonifacio ducks down to avoid it.
Ru misses with a wild body shot.
Ru looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Ru doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Ru throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Bonifacio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ru lands a lovely overhand right.
Bonifacio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fighters circling - Ru throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little jabbing left from Bonifacio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ru connects with a body shot that sends Bonifacio 's belly button to the back.
Ru throws out a powerful jab.
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ru.
Bonifacio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ru with a body shot.
Ru takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Ru slips under a jab from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Ru is looking to counter punch.
Ru keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bonifacio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ru. #T2##CL#
Ru gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Ru escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ru ducks under a wild hook from Bonifacio .
Ru fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ru dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Ru instigates a clinch.
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Ru. #BC#
Ru breaks from the clinch.
Ru keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ru throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Ru does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bonifacio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ru.
Bonifacio misses with a wild combination.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Bonifacio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ru staying out of range there.
Ru swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bonifacio throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ru counters with a stiff right hand.
Bonifacio connects with a nice looking jab.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Ru is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ru. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ru looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.#CL#
Ru closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Ru breaks from the clinch.
Ru lands a body shot. #CL#
Ru rushes Bonifacio and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Ru manages to break the clinch.
Ru fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ru lands with a hook. Bonifacio tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T4#
Ru ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ru swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio takes a swing at Ru's ribcage but misses.
Bonifacio showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ru.
Ru throws a one two combo.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ru misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bonifacio . #CL#
Ru darts in and clinches Bonifacio up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ru. #BC#
Ru pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A cross from Ru lands.
Ru digs a good body shot into Bonifacio 's ribs.
Ru is looking to wear down Bonifacio with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ru uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wei Ru 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#
Bonifacio takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bonifacio misses the shot to the body.
Bonifacio misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ru wants to clinch up but Bonifacio keeps it at a distance.
Ru ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
A countering left hand to the body from Bonifacio misses.
Bonifacio displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Bonifacio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ru was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ru swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the side of Ru's head but Ru sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ru lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Ru closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Ru manages to break the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ru misses with a hook
and Ru takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Ru was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Ru throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bonifacio swinging wildly here.
Ru is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bonifacio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ru.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio dodges the punch combination from Ru.
Ru scores with a three punch combo!
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ru manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ru uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bonifacio .
Ru was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ru looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Ru does a little dance to reset his feet.
A punch lands to the side of Bonifacio 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ru tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bonifacio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ru swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little jabbing left from Bonifacio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bonifacio throws a lazy right hand but Ru sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ru takes a swing at Bonifacio 's ribcage but misses.
Ru goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice uppercut there from Ru.#CL#
Ru closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bonifacio is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC#
Ru breaks the clinch.
Bonifacio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bonifacio swings away with a body shot that misses
and Ru counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ru ducks under a wild hook from Bonifacio .#T3#
Sloppy strikes from Bonifacio . Those never looked like landing.
Bonifacio connects with a body shot that sends Ru's belly button to the back.
Ru scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bonifacio doesn't seem bothered though.
Bonifacio slips under a jab from Ru.
The fighters circling - Ru throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ru takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ru scores with a nice head shot.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Ru misses with a hook to the body
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ru misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bonifacio there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ru scores with a jab. Bonifacio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ru ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Ru is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bonifacio can do to turn this around?
Bonifacio lands a slapping body shot. #T4#
Bonifacio lands with a shot to the body.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Ru misses the target.
Bonifacio tests Ru's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Ru moves out of range.
Bonifacio connects with a nice looking jab.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ru.
A countering left hand to the body from Bonifacio misses.
Bonifacio swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bonifacio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bonifacio cracks a nice hook into Ru's ribs.
Ru throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ru takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ru throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wei Ru is winning the standup battle so far.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ru was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with a hook. Ru ducked under it nicely.
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 Wei Ru will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Ru throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range. #CL#
Ru closes the distance and clinches.
Ru tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Ru breaks from the clinch.
Ru avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio misses with a looping right.
Ru lands with a right hand.
Ru swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ru.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ru, as that shot connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Ru moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bonifacio lands with an overhand left.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Ru uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio . #T1#
Bonifacio throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Ru moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws out a loose jab but Ru uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot
and Ru counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bonifacio thinking.
Bonifacio works Ru's body with a nice hook.
Bonifacio throws a right hand that Ru ducks under and follows up with a left that Ru also avoids with ease.#CL#
Ru clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Ru manages to break the clinch.
Ru swings widly with a right hand
and Ru takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ru throws a lazy right hand but Bonifacio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ru tries to clinch up.
Ru swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
A big right from Bonifacio misses.
Ru lands a head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ru.
Ru uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Ru looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
Bonifacio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ru.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ru manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ru was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Ru cracks a nice hook into Bonifacio 's ribs.
Bonifacio throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ru counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ru throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.
Bonifacio circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ru fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonifacio manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ru throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range. #T3#
Ru is looking to clinch.
Bonifacio misses with a shot to the body
and Ru counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Ru does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio .
Ru misses with a right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a stiff right hand.
Ru misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio stuns Ru with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Luigi Bonifacio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ru throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
Ru pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ru avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Ru keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ru misses with an uppercut.
Ru pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Ru wants to clinch but Bonifacio slips to the side
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ru tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Ru.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bonifacio . Ru does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ru throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ru throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bonifacio rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ru counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bonifacio thinking.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ru manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Bonifacio takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bonifacio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Wei Ru is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ru dips to his left and cracks Bonifacio with an uppercut!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Luigi Bonifacio .
I think Ru 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Wei Ru!

In defeat, Luigi Bonifacio stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: WCF 53: Bardia vs Sanders     
Date:   Jan 02, 2021
#R1#
Bonifacio thuds his right hand into Donovan's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Donovan takes a swing at Bonifacio 's ribcage but misses.
Bonifacio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Donovan misses with a wild body shot.
Cayden Donovan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Donovan misses with a hook
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Donovan throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws a lazy right hand but Donovan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bonifacio swinging wildly here.
Bonifacio cracks Donovan with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Donovan looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
Donovan comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Donovan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Donovan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Donovan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Donovan.
Donovan throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws out a counter right but Donovan avoids it with no problem.
Donovan throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonifacio misses with a hook.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Donovan is just out of range.#T1#
Danga de danga de dang - Bonifacio scores with a four punch combination!
Donovan tries to clinch there but Bonifacio circles away.
Bonifacio defending well as Donovan loads up on a big left hand.
Donovan slips a straight right by Bonifacio .#CL#
Donovan closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Bonifacio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Donovan. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Donovan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Donovan back to the cage. Bonifacio follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CL#
Donovan clinches with his opponent.
Bonifacio scores with a shoulder strike.
Donovan tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Donovan tries to work over Bonifacio 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Donovan.
Donovan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonifacio avoiding damage as Donovan throws knees to the body. #T2#
A short right from Donovan.
Our sources have told us that Donovan has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Donovan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Donovan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Donovan is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bonifacio is defending well for now.
Donovan misses with a punch to the body.
Donovan tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Donovan scores with a nice hook to the head.
Donovan tries to throw a body punch but Bonifacio avoids it by throwing Donovan back against the cage.
Donovan misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio blocks the elbow strike.
Donovan lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bonifacio on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Donovan misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Donovan lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Bonifacio wants to break the clinch but can't.
Donovan can't find room to land a body shot as Bonifacio controls the action.
Donovan utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nice body punch from Donovan. #BC2#
Bonifacio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Donovan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Donovan misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Donovan. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Donovan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bonifacio misses with a wild body shot.
A quick step to the side and Donovan tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Donovan misses with a lunging right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Donovan swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Donovan fails in his attempt to clinch. #T4#
Bonifacio connects with a right hand. Donovan shakes it off.
Donovan misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like Bonifacio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Donovan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bonifacio avoids the body shot from Donovan.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio misses with a looping right.
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Donovan.
Donovan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonifacio manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Donovan.
Donovan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bonifacio circles away quickly and effectively.
Bonifacio misses with a looping left.
Donovan cracks Bonifacio with a good jab.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Donovan avoids it easily.
Donovan is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio takes a swing at Donovan's ribcage but misses.
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Donovan.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Donovan manages to avoid it.
Donovan misses the shot to the body.
Donovan tries to clinch there but Bonifacio circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Cayden Donovan will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Donovan tests Bonifacio 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Donovan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Donovan lands a head shot.
Bonifacio lands a jab to Donovan's midsection.
Donovan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Donovan wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bonifacio looks to score with a jab to the body but Donovan is just out of range.
Bonifacio misses with an uppercut. Donovan saw that one coming.
Donovan swings for the body but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio looks to land a right hand but Donovan moved out of range.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Donovan throws out a loose jab but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bonifacio ! But no joy.
Bonifacio thuds a left hand into Donovan's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Donovan tries to clinch but Bonifacio is having none of it. #CL#
Donovan closes the distance and clinches.
Donovan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Donovan misses with the head strike. #T1#
Donovan lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Donovan misses with a body punch.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Donovan blocks it.
Donovan lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Donovan missing with knees to the body.
Donovan lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Donovan works on Bonifacio 's body with a couple of short punches.
Donovan tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Donovan struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Donovan lands with a left to the head.
Donovan unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Bonifacio avoiding damage as Donovan throws knees to the body. #T2#
Knees to the body from Donovan.
Bonifacio effectively controlling the action here.
Donovan misses with a punch to the body.
Donovan misses with a punch to the body.
Donovan trying to land knees to the body. #BC2#
Bonifacio breaks from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonifacio throws a one two combo.
Bonifacio misses with a double jab.
Bonifacio takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Donovan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Donovan lands a jab to Bonifacio 's midsection.
Donovan misses with a wild body shot.
Donovan misses with a body shot
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Donovan on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T3#
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Donovan was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
A jab from Bonifacio misses.
Bonifacio misses with a wild combination.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the side of Donovan's head but Donovan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Donovan throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Donovan avoids it easily.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Donovan is looking to wear down Bonifacio with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Donovan misses with a shot to the body
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Donovan throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range. #CL#
Donovan closes the distance and clinches.
Bonifacio looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Donovan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Donovan lands a nice elbow. #T4##BC2#
Bonifacio 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Donovan's ribcage but misses.
Donovan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Donovan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Donovan.
Donovan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .
Donovan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bonifacio looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A left lands for Donovan.
Donovan throws a shot to the body.
Donovan misses with a right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bonifacio takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Donovan misses the shot to the body.
Bonifacio moves out of range of the strikes.
As Donovan backs off Bonifacio throws a huge counter combo but Donovan manages to avoid it all.
A looping hook to the body misses from Donovan. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cayden Donovan dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bonifacio misses with a hook.
Donovan scores with a shot to the body.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Luigi Bonifacio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Donovan tries to clinch up.
Donovan uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bonifacio has time to react.
Donovan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Donovan is looking to clinch but Bonifacio is avoiding it.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the body.
Donovan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bonifacio throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio misses with a straight left.
Donovan looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
A combination from Donovan does no damage.
Donovan gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Donovan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Donovan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Donovan misses the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Donovan. Bonifacio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Donovan throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Donovan looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Donovan's ribcage but misses.
Donovan misses with a wild body shot.
Bonifacio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Donovan takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bonifacio avoids the body shot from Donovan.
Donovan misses with a shot to the body
and Bonifacio counters with a nice body shot. #CL#
Donovan pushes Bonifacio up against the cage in a clinch.
Donovan is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bonifacio is defending well for now.
Donovan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bonifacio avoids it.#T2#
Donovan struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Bonifacio has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Bonifacio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Donovan on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bonifacio throws a series of punches but Donovan avoids them all with ease.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio just misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Donovan lands a slapping body shot.
Bonifacio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Donovan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Donovan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Bonifacio . Those never looked like landing.
A quick step to the side and Donovan tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Donovan lands a nice shot to the body.
A jab from Bonifacio does it's job there.#T3#
Bonifacio lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Donovan at a distance.
A lazy left from Donovan finds it's target.
Donovan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Donovan throws a hook to the side of Bonifacio 's head but Bonifacio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Donovan moves into the clinch.
Donovan prevents Bonifacio from breaking the clinch.
Bonifacio has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Donovan seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bonifacio can turn it around.
Donovan tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Donovan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bonifacio avoids it.
Luigi Bonifacio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Donovan obliges.
Donovan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
Donovan tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Bonifacio prevents a body shot from Donovan.
Donovan lands a nice knee to the body.
Cayden Donovan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Donovan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Donovan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bonifacio 's elbow.
Bonifacio on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Donovan tries a body shot but Bonifacio blocks it.
Donovan misses with a punch to the body.
Bonifacio tries to circle away but Donovan has him pinned against the cage.
Donovan tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bonifacio avoids it.
Bonifacio wants to get back to striking at distance but Donovan won't allow it.
Bonifacio can't break the clinch.
Donovan throws a head punch that misses.
Donovan blocking some punches.
Donovan lands a hook that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Donovan throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .

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 Cayden Donovan.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Donovan, 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cayden Donovan!

A very excited looking Cayden Donovan 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.
Luigi Bonifacio was interviewed post fight and said 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: WCF WNF 28: Haba vs Sanders     
Date:   Nov 18, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Prawira tries to clinch but Bonifacio is having none of it.
Bonifacio digs a good body shot into Prawira's ribs.
Prawira takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Prawira fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Prawira looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Prawira tries for a takedown but Bonifacio sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jaka Prawira. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Bonifacio gets caught flat footed, as Prawira shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
Prawira thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Prawira drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Prawira jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Prawira trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonifacio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Prawira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bonifacio is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1##SUB#
Prawira drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Prawira jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Prawira wants to control from the top but Bonifacio keeps moving.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Prawira passes Bonifacio 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Prawira is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bonifacio defends it well.
Prawira not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Prawira is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bonifacio has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bonifacio is controlling Prawira's trapped leg to prevent Prawira from advancing to side control.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bonifacio avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Prawira. #SUB#
Prawira 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! Bonifacio is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jaka Prawira!
Jaka Prawira really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
Luigi Bonifacio spoke after the fight, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: WCF WNF 23: Camara vs Deertay     
Date:   Oct 14, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
Lothbrook misses with a right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lothbrook throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a right hand to the body.
Lothbrook throws a lazy right hand but Bonifacio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big left from Lothbrook misses.
A little feinted left hand from Bonifacio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lothbrook takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bonifacio lands a slapping body shot.
Bonifacio jabs at Lothbrook's body.
Bonifacio throws a combination. Lothbrook tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Bonifacio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonifacio thuds a left hand into Lothbrook's body.
Bonifacio lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Bonifacio .
Lothbrook throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bonifacio scores with a body shot.
Bonifacio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lothbrook misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bonifacio is looking to wear down Lothbrook with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A telegraphed right hand from Lothbrook misses the target.
Bonifacio slips under a jab.
Bonifacio connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lothbrook. Lothbrook circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
The fighters circling - Lothbrook throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good exchange - Bonifacio coming out on top.
A jab from Lothbrook misses.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big right from Lothbrook misses.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bonifacio scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Lothbrook misses with a series of wild punches.
Bonifacio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lothbrook's head.
Lothbrook throws a jab but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
A counter left hand to the body from Bonifacio misses its target.
Bonifacio seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Lothbrook lands a head shot.
Lothbrook 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.
Lothbrook on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lothbrook misses with a left hand
and Bonifacio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lothbrook is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lothbrook throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lothbrook throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bonifacio is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T2#
Lothbrook uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
The fighters circling - Lothbrook throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bonifacio slips under a jab.
Bonifacio was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bonifacio cracks a nice hook into Lothbrook's ribs.
Bonifacio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lothbrook's head.
Bonifacio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lothbrook doesn't seem bothered though.
Lothbrook misses with a hook
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bonifacio feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lothbrooks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Lothbrook.
Lothbrook falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Lothbrook.
Bonifacio cracks Lothbrook with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lothbrook gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the body.
Bonifacio darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lothbrook takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T3#
Bonifacio scores with a nice right hand.
Bonifacio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bonifacio slips a jab and a cross from Lothbrook.
Bonifacio stuns Lothbrook with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lothbrook smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bonifacio connects with a body shot.
Ivar Lothbrook seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bonifacio thuds his right hand into Lothbrook's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bonifacio .
Bonifacio slips under a jab.
Bonifacio was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lothbrook jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bonifacio lands with a nice body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonifacio lands a really nice looking cross but Lothbrook seems unphased.
Lothbrook misses with a right hand
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bonifacio wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Bonifacio jabs Lothbrook right on the nose. Lothbrook blinks but takes it well.
Bonifacio is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Lothbrook throws a lazy uppercut
and Bonifacio counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bonifacio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lothbrook walks into a jab.
Lothbrook finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bonifacio lands a nice hook to Lothbrook's body. Lothbrook takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bonifacio with a jab.
Bonifacio slips a straight right by Lothbrook.
Bonifacio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lothbrook.
Lothbrook throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lothbrook avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bonifacio lands with a nice body punch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking body shot.
Bonifacio blocks a leg kick.
Bonifacio is looking for a counter combo.
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio 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#
Bonifacio stalks Lothbrook and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Lothbrook's face. Lothbrook staggers backwards, shaken.
Lothbrook takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Lothbrook might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bonifacio has got the better of the exchanges.
Lothbrook lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bonifacio circles away quickly and effectively.
Lothbrook gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lothbrook walks into a stiff left hand from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio digs a good body shot into Lothbrook's ribs.
Bonifacio scores with a hook.
Bonifacio scores with a decent looking hook.
Lothbrook moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice cross by Bonifacio .
Lothbrook throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bonifacio was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bonifacio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bonifacio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lothbrook throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lothbrook thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Bonifacio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A nice combination there by Bonifacio . #T1#
Lothbrook throws a shot from downtown. Bonifacio moves away and avoids it.
Lothbrook with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bonifacio to score with a decent uppercut.
Lothbrook throws a right hand that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lothbrook misses with a hook
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bonifacio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lothbrook's head.
Lothbrook misses with a hook. Bonifacio ducked under it nicely.
Bonifacio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lothbrook can do to turn this around?
Bonifacio staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Lothbrook misses its intended target.
Lothbrook misses with an uppercut. Bonifacio saw that one coming.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lothbrook.
Lothbrook on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lothbrook uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lothbrook.
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Lothbrook.
It looked like Bonifacio was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lothbrook.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Lothbrook changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lothbrook throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lothbrook looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
Bonifacio takes a swing at Lothbrook's ribcage but misses.
Lothbrook misses with a leg kick
and Bonifacio counters with a stiff right hand.
Lothbrook jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bonifacio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lothbrook circles away quickly and effectively.
Bonifacio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lothbrook swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A punch combination from Bonifacio misses.
Bonifacio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lothbrook walks into a stiff left hand from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lothbrook at a distance.
Lothbrook misses with a low kick.
Lothbrook misses with an uppercut
and Bonifacio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bonifacio works the jab nicely.#T3#
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Lothbrook.
Lothbrook looks to land a left hand but Bonifacio moved out of range nicely.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking body shot.
Bonifacio digs a good body shot into Lothbrook's ribs.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lothbrook misses with an uppercut.
A punch combination from Lothbrook misses.
Bonifacio lands a body shot.
Bonifacio staying out of range there.
Lothbrook rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lothbrook fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bonifacio .
Bonifacio moves away from the strike by Lothbrook.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bonifacio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lothbrook looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bonifacio is fending him off so far but Lothbrook persists. Nope, Bonifacio circles away and we're back to standing.
Bonifacio tries to bum rush Lothbrook with a series of wild strikes but Lothbrook uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from Lothbrook misses the target. #T4#
Bonifacio moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lothbrook walks into a stiff left hand from Bonifacio .
Lothbrook shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bonifacio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lothbrook looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lothbrook waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .
Bonifacio blocks a jab.
Lothbrook lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bonifacio circles away quickly and effectively.
Lothbrook tries to score with a low kick but Bonifacio moves his leg out of the way.
Bonifacio looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lothbrook throws a hook to the side of Bonifacio 's head but Bonifacio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lothbrook throws out a leg kick but Bonifacio moves out of range and Lothbrook only half commits.
Bonifacio lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bonifacio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio clobbers Lothbrook with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lothbrook swings widly with a right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lothbrook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Lothbrook throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.
Lothbrook throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonifacio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonifacio lands with a cross.
Lothbrook fails with a takedown attempt.
Lothbrook misses with a straight right.
Decent striking displayed by Bonifacio there.
Bonifacio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bonifacio moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Bonifacio with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
Lothbrook ducks right into an uppercut from Bonifacio .
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lothbrook rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Lothbrook on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lothbrook tries for a takedown but Bonifacio sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T1#
Lothbrook on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lothbrook looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bonifacio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bonifacio connects with the punch.
Lothbrook has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lothbrook shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bonifacio sprawls well. Bonifacio wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lothbrook gets slowly back to his feet.
Bonifacio is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivar Lothbrook.
Lothbrook drops his hands momentarily and Bonifacio takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lothbrook attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Bonifacio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lothbrook throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonifacio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonifacio was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Decent striking displayed by Bonifacio there.
Bonifacio lands with an overhand left.
Lothbrook scores with a punch to the head.
Bonifacio blocks a jab.
Luigi Bonifacio is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lothbrook looks to land a combination but Bonifacio avoids it well.
Bonifacio lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lothbrook at a distance.
Bonifacio catches Lothbrook with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Lothbrook is looking to chop away at Bonifacio 's legs.
Bonifacio digs a good hook to Lothbrook's body.
Bonifacio jabs at Lothbrook's body.
Lothbrook misses with a hook
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lothbrook jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Bonifacio !
A left lands for Bonifacio .
Lothbrook throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonifacio sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonifacio scores with a body shot.
Lothbrook throws a hook to the side of Bonifacio 's head but Bonifacio sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lothbrook connects with a single shot there.
Lothbrook gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bonifacio .#T3#
Bonifacio staying out of range there.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking body shot.
Bonifacio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lothbrook takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lothbrook will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bonifacio scores with a body shot.
Lothbrook tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bonifacio swivels and escapes.
Lothbrook walks into a left hand.
Lothbrook throws a lazy uppercut
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lothbrook throws a shot from downtown. Bonifacio moves away and avoids it.
Bonifacio lands a nice looking body shot.
Lothbrook throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lothbrook takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
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!
Bonifacio with a hook.
Lothbrook takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T4#
Lothbrook shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lothbrook takes one to the chin there.
A cross from Bonifacio lands.
Lothbrook misses with an uppercut.
Bonifacio slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bonifacio with a nice cross.
Bonifacio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lothbrook.
Bonifacio slips a jab from Lothbrook.
Bonifacio lands with a straight right. Lothbrook didn't see that one coming.
Bonifacio slips a jab from Lothbrook.
Lothbrook misses with a lunging right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bonifacio listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio throws a body shot but no joy.
Lothbrook takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ivar Lothbrook has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bonifacio works over Lothbrook's head and body with a nice combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bonifacio 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

Luigi Bonifacio 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: WCF WNF 18: Archer vs Garcia     
Date:   Sep 09, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smith uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio slips under a jab from Smith.
Bonifacio connects with a crisp jab.
Smith connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bonifacio momentarily.
Bonifacio 's coach down at Gym of Rock was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bonifacio 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Smith waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bonifacio .
Bonifacio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Smith throws a right hand that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smith walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bonifacio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Smith throws a shot from downtown. Bonifacio moves away and avoids it.
Bonifacio looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bonifacio slips a jab and a cross from Smith.
Smith tries to clinch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
A jab from Bonifacio does it's job there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smith fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bonifacio avoids it really well and circles away.
Smith tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bonifacio swivels and escapes.#T1#
Bonifacio keeps the fight on the outside.
Smith takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bonifacio throws a good cross that connects.
Smith takes one to the chin there.
Smith fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith misses with a lunging right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bonifacio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bonifacio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bonifacio throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bonifacio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Smith doesn't seem bothered though.
Smith is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Bonifacio 's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Nice cross by Bonifacio .
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonifacio slips a jab from Smith.
A little jabbing left from Bonifacio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Smith on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Bonifacio . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bonifacio .#T2#
Smith misses with a right hand
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Smith throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
Smith throws a right hand that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot.
Smith takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bonifacio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Smith takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Smith shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Smith throws a lazy right hand but Bonifacio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bonifacio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Smith takes one to the side of the head.
Bonifacio throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Smith on the side of the head.
A big left from Smith misses.
Bonifacio is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Smith had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Smith attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bonifacio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T3#
Smith tries to clinch up.
Bonifacio throws out a powerful jab.
Smith shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Smith is rocked!
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
Bonifacio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The fighters circling - Smith throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Smith.
Bonifacio lands a jab to Smith's midsection.
Bonifacio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Smith shoots in looking for a takedown but Bonifacio manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Smith's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bonifacio jabs at Smith's body.
Bonifacio jabs Smith to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Smith fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Smith tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bonifacio was well out of range. Poor timing from Smith.
Bonifacio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smith.
Smith tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bonifacio swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4#
Nice shot by Bonifacio .
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bonifacio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jab by Bonifacio .
Oh Smith is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bonifacio circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Smith to the canvas! Smith doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Bonifacio keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luigi Bonifacio !
A very excited looking Luigi Bonifacio rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: WCF 32: Dirk vs Deertay     
Date:   Aug 01, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
O Brien throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bonifacio appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
O Brien tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bonifacio is able to avoid easily.
Bonifacio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
O Brien looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
O Brien takes a swing at Bonifacio 's ribcage but misses.
O Brien looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonifacio is just out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Bonifacio misses.
O Brien lands a jab-cross combination.
Miles O Brien seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
O Brien throws a lazy right hand but Bonifacio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bonifacio avoids the body shot from O Brien.
O Brien misses the body punch
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Brien jabs at Bonifacio 's body.
Bonifacio checks the leg kick.
Despite the aggression on Bonifacio 's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
O Brien scores with a jab to the jaw.#T1##CL#
O Brien has managed to clinch.
Bonifacio misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
O Brien escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
O Brien thuds a left hand into Bonifacio 's body.
O Brien ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Bonifacio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from O Brien with a body shot.
O Brien wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
O Brien works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
O Brien thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bonifacio keeps the fight on the outside.
Bonifacio on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T2#
Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from O Brien.
Bonifacio avoids the body shot from O Brien.
Bonifacio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
O Brien throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slow jab from O Brien misses its intended target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bonifacio ! But no joy.
O Brien chopping away at his opponent's legs.
O Brien throws an ugly left hook that misses
and O Brien takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
O Brien lands a jab to the head. #ROC#Bonifacio is rocked!
O Brien ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Bonifacio out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Miles O Brien!
Miles O Brien seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Luigi Bonifacio spoke after the fight, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: WCF 28: Garcia vs Asakura     
Date:   Jul 04, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Texas throws a nice looking combination but Bonifacio bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A nice side step and Bonifacio releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Texas has his takedown stuffed
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Texas lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bonifacio circles away quickly and effectively.
Texas fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Texas throws a combination that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Texas throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a three punch combo that has Texas backing up. Texas nods at Bonifacio to acknowledge the strikes.
Texas fails to land the takedown.
Texas lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bonifacio circles away quickly and effectively.
Bonifacio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Texas misses with a jab, cross combination.
Texas throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Texas throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Texas is rocked!
Texas rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bonifacio counters with a nice body shot.
Oh Texas is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Texas is breathing heavily.
Texas misses with a double jab
and Bonifacio counters with a right hand to the body.
Texas misses with a double jab
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Texas throws a lazy uppercut
and Bonifacio counters with a huge right that knocks Texas out cold! Bonifacio is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Luigi Bonifacio !
Luigi Bonifacio 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: WCF 24: Diaz vs Hartmann     
Date:   Jun 06, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A big right from Rehn misses.
Bonifacio is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rehn misses with an uppercut.
Rehn fails to land with a series of punches.
Rehn swings widly with a right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a nice body shot.
Bonifacio swats away the attempt to clinch by Rehn.
Bonifacio is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rehn.
Bonifacio ducks under a wild hook from Rehn.
A quick step to the side and Bonifacio tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL2#
Rehn moves into range and clinches up with Bonifacio .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Bonifacio 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rehn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Aleksanteri Rehn has been cut.
Rehn throws an off balance right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rehn misses with an uppercut
and Bonifacio counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Rehn goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CL2#
Rehn has Bonifacio up against the cage in a clinch.
Rehn struggles to land a body shot inside as Bonifacio controls his hands.
Rehn slowing the pace effectively.
Bonifacio misses with a body punch.
Rehn's coach down at Blanc Fitness Academy was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Rehn's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Rehn tries to throw a body punch but Bonifacio avoids it by throwing Rehn back against the cage.
Rehn fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bonifacio prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bonifacio is pushing Rehn up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Rehn misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Rehn content to slow the pace in the clinch. #TD2#
Rehn lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rehn is taking a breather. Bonifacio 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.
Rehn's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Rehn trying to control from Bonifacio 's half guard. Bonifacio has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Bonifacio keeping moving, preventing Rehn from controlling successfully.
Bonifacio pulls Rehn in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Rehn trying to control but Bonifacio is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
We've been told by Bonifacio 's head coaches at whitey's gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Rehn misses with a left hand
and Bonifacio counters with a straight right hand.
Rehn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Rehn wants to clinch but Bonifacio slips to the side
and Bonifacio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rehn throws a right hand that misses
and Bonifacio counters with a huge left! Rehn is in big trouble! He's backing up but Bonifacio isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Rehn from any more damage. A dominating finish by Bonifacio !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luigi Bonifacio !
Luigi Bonifacio 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: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 16, 2020



The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Reedtz throws a body punch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Reedtz throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bonifacio counters with a left to the body.
Bonifacio walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice defenses there by Reedtz.
A nice leg kick lands there from Reedtz.
Reedtz scores with a shot to the body.

Reedtz feints and as Bonifacio raises his hands in defense, Reedtz changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Reedtz is standing up over Bonifacio . Bonifacio looks to escape but Reedtz dives into side control.
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.


Reedtz is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Bonifacio looks calm but he's in trouble here. Reedtz gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Bonifacio is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Reedtz lets go of the hold and Bonifacio can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rasmus Reedtz!
In defeat, Luigi Bonifacio stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: HFC 16 - Waller vs Repine     
Date:   Apr 26, 2020
#R1#
Bonifacio closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD#
Imanari closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Imanari lands in his opponent's guard.
Imanari slips nicely into half guard.
Imanari moves nicely into side control. #SUB#
Imanari tries for a kimura but Bonifacio is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Imanari controlling from the full mount. #T1#
Imanari seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bonifacio for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Imanari wants to take Bonifacio 's back here but Bonifacio is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Imanari controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Imanari has hold of Bonifacio 's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Bonifacio manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Imanari controlling from mount.
Bonifacio is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Imanari has taken his back.
Imanari controls the action.#T3##SUB#
Bonifacio 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 Imanari gets his way!
Imanari controls the action.#T4##SUB#
Imanari has managed to slip his arm under Bonifacio 's chin. This could be all over... yep, Bonifacio is tapping out! Submission win for Imanari.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nobuki Imanari!
A relieved looking Nobuki Imanari thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Luigi Bonifacio had this to say: 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: HFC 11 - Slugs vs Gold     
Date:   Mar 27, 2020
#R1#
Cerrone tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bonifacio lands a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Cerrone looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cerrone blocks a jab.
Good shot there by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio connects with a body shot.
Cerrone avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Cerrone is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Cerrone moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cerrone keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cerrone gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bonifacio counters with a series of strikes. Cerrone will be more careful next time no doubt.
Bonifacio scores with a nice head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cerrone shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bonifacio as he avoids it easily. #T1#
Bonifacio leaves Cerrone with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Donald Cerrone.
Cerrone shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bonifacio but Bonifacio pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Cerrone misses with a takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bonifacio swings for the body but Cerrone moves out of range.
Cerrone with a poor takedown
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Donk. Bonifacio catches Cerrone right on the button with a cross.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Cerrone takes one to the side of the head.
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
Bonifacio lands with a cross. #T2#
Bonifacio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cerrone is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bonifacio sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bonifacio appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've been told by Bonifacio 's head coaches at whitey's gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bonifacio feints a jab promting Cerrone to slip. Bonifacio then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Cerrone slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Cerrone tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bonifacio counters with a right hand to the body.
Cerrone moves in looking to clinch but Bonifacio pushes him off.
A jab from Bonifacio does it's job there.
Bonifacio looks to land a combination but Cerrone avoids it well.
Cerrone tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bonifacio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bonifacio lands a nice hook to Cerrone's body. Cerrone takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bonifacio lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Cerrone looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bonifacio is fending him off so far but Cerrone persists. Nope, Bonifacio circles away and we're back to standing.
Bonifacio lands a jab.
Jab by Bonifacio .#T3#
Bonifacio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bonifacio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Cerrone tries to counter with a clinch but Bonifacio shakes him off and moves away.
Cerrone fails to land with a series of punches.
Bonifacio cracks a nice hook into Cerrone's ribs.
Bonifacio connects with a crisp jab.
Bonifacio lands a two punch combo.
Cerrone looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Cerrone takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Cerrone shoots in for a takedown but Bonifacio shows good takedown defense. #T4#
Cerrone tries to clinch up but Bonifacio circles away and keeps his distance.
Cerrone on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bonifacio lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cerrone dives in and grabs Bonifacio 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bonifacio pushes down on Cerrone's head and hops out.
Cerrone looks winded!
Bonifacio connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice shot lands for Bonifacio .
Cerrone wants to clinch
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Cerrone fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Cerrone on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Cerrone walks into a straight right hand from Bonifacio .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bonifacio displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Cerrone.
Cerrone is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bonifacio throwing a counter right hand but Cerrone manages to avoid it.
Cerrone fails with the takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a stiff right hand.
A left lands for Bonifacio .
Cerrone has his takedown stuffed
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Donald Cerrone.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonifacio throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Cerrone counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Cerrone might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bonifacio has got the better of the exchanges.
Bonifacio connects with the punch.
Cerrone ducks right into an uppercut from Bonifacio .
Cerrone throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Cerrone fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bonifacio avoids it really well and circles away.
Cerrone is breathing heavily.
Good standup being displayed there by Bonifacio as he connects with a hook.
Cerrone with a poor takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a series of strikes. Cerrone will be more careful next time no doubt.
Cerrone shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bonifacio sprawls well. Bonifacio wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Cerrone gets slowly back to his feet.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T2#
Bonifacio fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bonifacio is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cerrone can do to turn this around?
Bonifacio scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bonifacio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cerrone doesn't seem bothered though.
Bonifacio keeps the fight on the outside.
Cerrone shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bonifacio defends it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bonifacio scores with a hook to the body. Cerrone takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Cerrone walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bonifacio connects with a single shot there.#T3#
Bonifacio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Luigi Bonifacio is winning the standup battle so far.
Cerrone looks to clinch
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bonifacio changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bonifacio tests Cerrone's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bonifacio lands a slapping body shot.
Cerrone shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bonifacio as he avoids it easily.
Cerrone has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bonifacio thuds a left hand into Cerrone's body.
Bonifacio lands with a shot to the body.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bonifacio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bonifacio jabs Cerrone to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bonifacio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cerrone takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Horrible takedown attempt by Cerrone or perhaps it was just good defense by Bonifacio , which made it look bad.
Bonifacio cracks Cerrone with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bonifacio lands with a straight right. Cerrone didn't see that one coming.
Cerrone is trying desperately to land a takedown but Bonifacio is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Cerrone.
Cerrone throws a lazy head kick
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Bonifacio works the jab nicely.
Cerrone shoots and misses
and Bonifacio counters with a straight right hand.
Bonifacio lands with an uppercut that bounces Cerrone off the cage and back into range.#ROC#
Cerrone is rocked!
Bonifacio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cerrone looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cerrone is still on wobbly legs! Can Bonifacio finish him?
Bonifacio walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Cerrone drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Bonifacio swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Cerrone's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luigi Bonifacio !
In his post fight interview, Luigi Bonifacio started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: HFC 4 - O Donnelly vs Barbosa     
Date:   Feb 23, 2020
#R1#
Bonifacio fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rocketfingers on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rocketfingers misses with a takedown attempt
and Bonifacio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Rocketfingers takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD#
Rocketfingers closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES2#
Bonifacio has one foot on Rocketfingers's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Rocketfingers definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bonifacio sizes up Rocketfingers with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Rocketfingers shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bonifacio pinned against the cage. Bonifacio gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bonifacio doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD#
Rocketfingers 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.
Rocketfingers content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Rocketfingers throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bonifacio has control of Rocketfingers's left arm, preventing Rocketfingers from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rocketfingers accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Rocketfingers has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Rocketfingers lands a couple of elbows.
Bonifacio not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rocketfingers distracts Bonifacio with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Rocketfingers drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Bonifacio manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Rocketfingers has Bonifacio in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Rocketfingers is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Rocketfingers has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bonifacio can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bonifacio tries to free his leg and advance position but Rocketfingers is retaining full guard. #T2##SUB#
Rocketfingers has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bonifacio can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Rocketfingers has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bonifacio can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rocketfingers controls Bonifacio momentarily but Bonifacio frees himself.
Bonifacio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rocketfingers. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Rocketfingers has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Bonifacio doesn't defend quickly enough and Rocketfingers has managed to lock this one up! Can Bonifacio escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Rocketfingers on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Johnny Rocketfingers!
A very excited looking Johnny Rocketfingers 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.
Luigi Bonifacio spoke after the fight, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: SMASH: Snow vs Solo     
Date:   Feb 08, 2020
#R1##TD2#
Tate shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Bonifacio knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tate on the ground.
Tate working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tate with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bonifacio looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tate content to stall in guard here.
Tate wants to control from the top but Bonifacio keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tate throwing strikes from guard but Bonifacio blocks nicely.
Tate is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tate has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tate has his takedown stuffed
and Bonifacio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bonifacio has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canucks Combat Club in the buildup to the fight.
Tate gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bonifacio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Luigi Bonifacio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
No joy there for Bonifacio , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tate misses with a takedown attempt
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jake Tate.
Bonifacio connects with a right hand. Tate shakes it off.
Tate gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand. #T2#
Bonifacio misses with the combination.
Tate wants to counter the offense by Bonifacio and move into the clinch position.
Tate fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tate.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonifacio managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Tate.
Tate throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Tate tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Tate wants to control but Bonifacio is keeping him busy.
Tate might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bonifacio haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T3#
Tate working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
The referee asks Tate politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Tate prefers to stall for the moment though.
Tate throws a strike aimed at the side of Bonifacio 's head but Bonifacio avoids it well.
Tate throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Bonifacio on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bonifacio tries to get out of the position.
Tate throws an elbow but Bonifacio slips to the side and avoids it well.
A lull in the action here as Tate stalls from top position.
Tate throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Tate lands a few punches from side control.#T4#
Tate looks up at the clock and then as Bonifacio takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Tate smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude! #SU2#
Tate decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Bonifacio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tate was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonifacio .
Tate misses with a takedown attempt
and Bonifacio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jake Tate seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tate fails with the takedown
and Bonifacio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the body.
Tate shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bonifacio sprawls well. Bonifacio wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tate gets slowly back to his feet.
Tate looks winded!
Tate with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Jab from Bonifacio .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio 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#
Tate fails with the takedown
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tate with a poor takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tate thinking.
Tate takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bonifacio connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tate's hands.
Tate with a poor takedown
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jake Tate.
Tate misses with a takedown attempt
and Bonifacio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bonifacio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tate's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bonifacio keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tate or perhaps it was just good defense by Bonifacio , which made it look bad. #T1#
Tate misses with a hook to the body
and Bonifacio counters with a left to the body.
Tate is breathing heavily.
Tate fails with the takedown
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
A right-left combo lands from Bonifacio . #ROC#
Tate is rocked!
A lazy left from Bonifacio finds it's target.
Tate is still on wobbly legs! Can Bonifacio finish him?
Bonifacio lands a nice hook to Tate's body. Tate takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bonifacio lands with a shot to the body.
Donk. Bonifacio catches Tate right on the button with a cross.
Bonifacio lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tate at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonifacio lands a hook that stumbles Tate back into the cage. Bonifacio follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Tate to the canvas! Bonifacio pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Tate has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Luigi Bonifacio !
Luigi Bonifacio 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:   Jan 25, 2020
#R1#
Ditti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.
Bonifacio seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Ditti gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ditti misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A combination from Bonifacio does no damage.
Ditti misses with a wild body shot.
Ditti 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.
Ditti misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ditti lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Bonifacio dodges the punch combination from Ditti.
Bonifacio was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ditti throws a right hand that Bonifacio ducks under and follows up with a left that Bonifacio also avoids with ease.
A combination from Ditti does no damage.
A quick step to the side and Bonifacio tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL2#
Ditti rushes Bonifacio and presses him up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A hook to the body from Bonifacio .
Ditti will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Bonifacio up against the cage.#T1#
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Ditti controls his hands.
Ditti slows down the pace here.
Bonifacio blocks a body shot from Ditti. #BC2#
Ditti pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bonifacio defending well as Ditti loads up on a big left hand.
Ditti looks to clinch
and Bonifacio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ditti thinking.
Bonifacio scores with a punch to the head.
Nice jab there from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ditti misses with a lunging right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a right hand to the body.
Ditti throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ditti works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ditti tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bonifacio paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Ditti closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T3##BC2#
Ditti pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ditti takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ditti tries to clinch but Bonifacio is having none of it.
It looked like Bonifacio was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bonifacio moves out of range as Ditti strikes.
Ditti looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
A swing and a miss from Ditti.
Ditti tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bonifacio swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4#
Bonifacio scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ditti in his tracks.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bonifacio lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ditti at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ditti looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bonifacio scores with a nice strike.
Bonifacio scores with a decent looking hook.
Bonifacio cracks a nice hook into Ditti's ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
No joy there for Ditti, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ditti looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
Ditti throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bonifacio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ditti throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bonifacio lands with a hook. Ditti tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kalkupalhu Ditti will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nice body punch from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio cracks Ditti with a good jab.
A cross from Bonifacio lands.
Luigi Bonifacio is winning the standup battle so far.
Ditti misses with a body punch
and Bonifacio counters with a straight right hand.
Ditti misses with an uppercut
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ditti misses with a kick to the body.
Bonifacio closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL2#
Ditti gets a clinch.
Ditti stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #BC#
Bonifacio breaks the clinch.
Ditti moves in looking to clinch but Bonifacio pushes him off.#T1#
Ditti looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ditti pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ditti looks for the body kick but Bonifacio saw that one coming.
Kalkupalhu Ditti is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ditti throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Bonifacio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bonifacio showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ditti.
Bonifacio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bonifacio jabs Ditti right on the nose. Ditti blinks but takes it well.
Kalkupalhu Ditti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ditti misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bonifacio counters with a three punch combo that has Ditti backing up. Ditti nods at Bonifacio to acknowledge the strikes.
Ditti tries to clinch up.
Bonifacio misses with the combination.
Ditti throws a combination that misses
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ditti.
Bonifacio is looking for a counter combo.#T2#
Bonifacio gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ditti.#CL2#
Ditti moves into the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ditti misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ditti's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Ditti escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A jab from Ditti misses.
Ditti smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bonifacio lands a nice shot to the body.
Ditti's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ditti duly obliges.
Bonifacio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ditti misses with a wild body shot.
Ditti throws a shot to the body. #T3#
Bonifacio works the jab nicely.
Bonifacio lands an overhand right.
Ditti looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
It looked like Bonifacio was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ditti.
Ditti looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
Ditti misses with a lunging right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ditti drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ditti tries a head kick but it misses.
Ditti needs to keep his hands up - Bonifacio had a free shot at his head there.
Ditti moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL2#
Ditti moves into range and clinches up with Bonifacio .
Ditti has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ditti lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Bonifacio manages to break the clinch. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ditti tries to clinch
and Bonifacio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ditti throws out a loose jab but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bonifacio is looking to counter punch.
Ditti lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bonifacio throws a hook but Ditti avoids it easily.
Ditti doesn't manage to clinch there - Bonifacio circles away.
Bonifacio throws a body punch but Ditti moves out of range.
Bonifacio takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ditti takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ditti throws a hook but Bonifacio avoids it easily.
Bonifacio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bonifacio avoids the body shot from Ditti.
Bonifacio was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ditti throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bonifacio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice body kick from Ditti.
Bonifacio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bonifacio cracks a nice hook into Ditti's ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Luigi Bonifacio will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Ditti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ditti slips a jab from Bonifacio .
Ditti darts in trying to clinch
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Bonifacio moves out of range as Ditti throws a body kick.
Bonifacio swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ditti throws a series of punches but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Ditti takes one on the button.
Bonifacio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Ditti. Those never looked like landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ditti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ditti looks to clinch
and Bonifacio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bonifacio dips to his left and cracks Ditti with an uppercut!
Bonifacio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ditti.#T1#
A jab from Bonifacio does it's job there.
Ditti misses with a body shot.
Ditti misses with a wild combination.
Ditti on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bonifacio digs a good body shot into Ditti's ribs.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Bonifacio !
Bonifacio fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ditti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ditti misses with a straight right.
Ditti avoids the body shot from Bonifacio .
Ditti is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ditti looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
Ditti looks to land a right hand but Bonifacio moved out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Bonifacio misses its target.#T2#
Ditti takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ditti throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bonifacio counters with a left to the body.
Ditti takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A jab lands there for Bonifacio .
Ditti takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bonifacio connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bonifacio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ditti.
Ditti fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Bonifacio tries to keep at a distance but Ditti has taken the fight into the clinch.
Ditti has Bonifacio pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Ditti breaks from the clinch. #T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Bonifacio darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ditti looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ditti has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ditti there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bonifacio avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ditti throws a sloppy head kick and Bonifacio moves out of range easily.
It looked like Bonifacio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bonifacio staying out of range there.#CL2#
Ditti gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ditti avoiding damage. #T4#
Bonifacio tries to work over Ditti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Ditti breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ditti misses with a double jab
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Ditti clobbers Bonifacio with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ditti tries to clinch
and Bonifacio counters with a nice uppercut.
Ditti tries to clinch but Bonifacio moves out of range.
Ditti fails to land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Ditti closes the distance and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luigi Bonifacio showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bonifacio 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luigi Bonifacio !

Luigi Bonifacio 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:   Jan 09, 2020
#R1#
Sparbot throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sparbot with a poor takedown
and Bonifacio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sparbot thinking.
Sparbot shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bonifacio defends it nicely.
Bonifacio throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sparbot shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bonifacio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wrestle Sparbot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparbot tries for a takedown but Bonifacio circles away easily
enabling Bonifacio to counter with a crisp jab.
Sparbot uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bonifacio .
Sparbot fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Sparbot shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bonifacio but Bonifacio pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bonifacio slips under a jab.
Sparbot shoots in but Bonifacio avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bonifacio is looking to counter punch.
Jab, jab by Bonifacio - just one landing.
Sparbot shoots in looking for a takedown. Bonifacio tries to sprawl out of it but Sparbot keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bonifacio manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sparbot shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bonifacio sprawls well. Bonifacio wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sparbot gets slowly back to his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Bonifacio misses its target.
Bonifacio lands a really nice looking cross but Sparbot seems unphased.
Sparbot is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T2#
Sparbot shoots in looking for a takedown but Bonifacio manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sparbot's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
It looked like Bonifacio was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sparbot.
Sparbot fails to land the takedown.
Bonifacio appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sparbot throws an off balance right hand
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sparbot darts in looking for a takedown but Bonifacio gets double underhooks and turns Sparbot into the cage.
Bonifacio throwing a counter right hand but Sparbot manages to avoid it.
Sparbot looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sparbot shoots in looking for a takedown but Bonifacio manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sparbot's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bonifacio lands with a good body shot.
Sparbot misses with a takedown
and Bonifacio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
No joy there for Bonifacio , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bonifacio punishes Sparbot's body with a nice straight punch.
Sparbot on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T3#
Sparbot swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bonifacio counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sparbot thinking.
Sparbot ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bonifacio moves away.#TD2#
Sparbot gets a double leg takedown into Bonifacio 's guard.
Sparbot looking to pass the guard.
Bonifacio wants to sweep here but Sparbot controlling him for the moment.
Sparbot is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Sparbot postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Bonifacio is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Sparbot, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Bonifacio is posturing up here but Sparbot has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Bonifacio tries to roll out but it's too tight and Bonifacio has to tap! Slick submission there by Sparbot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Wrestle Sparbot!
Luigi Bonifacio spoke after the fight, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 10, 2019
#R1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bonifacio enables McQueen to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bonifacio manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
McQueen passes easily into side control. Nice work.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bonifacio can do anything to dispel that myth.
McQueen slows the pace down. #SUB#
McQueen is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bonifacio is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
McQueen tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
McQueen definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McQueen moves into full mount! #T1##SUB#
McQueen working for a submission but Bonifacio is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
McQueen jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Bonifacio manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
McQueen is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bonifacio is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
McQueen is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Bonifacio looks calm but he's in trouble here. McQueen gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Bonifacio is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! McQueen lets go of the hold and Bonifacio can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Garry McQueen!
A victorious Garry McQueen thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Luigi Bonifacio had this to say: 'I am the BEST!'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 27, 2019
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Carvaleho misses the target. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Carvaleho. #SUB#
Carvaleho is trying to get an arm triangle but Bonifacio is defending well. #SUB#
Carvaleho tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Carvaleho has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Carvaleho is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Bonifacio is trying to escape and Carvaleho transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Bonifacio is forced to tap! Nice work there by Carvaleho! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jose Carvaleho!
In defeat, Luigi Bonifacio stepped up to the mic, saying 'I am the BEST!'.

 

 
 
 
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