Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Syn 1067 Ryo vs Orestes
Date: Apr 14, 2024

#R1#
Stark closes this distance looking for a takedown but Randleman circles away.
Randleman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Stark dives in and grabs Randleman's left leg, looking for a takedown. Randleman pushes down on Stark's head and hops out.
An inside leg kick lands from Stark.
Randleman throws a leg kick #TD#
and Stark counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.

Randleman kicks Stark off and gets to his feet.
Randleman takes a swing at Stark's ribcage but misses.
Stark shoots in but Randleman avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Stark. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stark is trying hard to land a takedown here. Randleman sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T1#
Randleman stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Randleman wants it to stay on the feet.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Stark.
Randleman misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Stark counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Stark thows a huge punch but Randleman dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Stark is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Stark wants to work for an arm triangle but Randleman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Stark is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Randleman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Stark. #SUB#
Stark is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Randleman defends it well.
Stark has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2##SUB#
Stark is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Stark is trying to work for a kimura but Randleman is defending well. #SUB#
Randleman is defending against the submission attempts here by Stark.
Randleman tries to roll over but Stark keeps him under control.#T3##SUB#
Stark is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Randleman is just riding it out for now. Stark eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Stark seems to be working for a kimura but Randleman defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Stark wants to work for an arm triangle but Randleman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Randleman is defending against the submission attempts here by Stark.
Stark throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Randleman wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Stark is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Stark is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Stark is working for a submission of some sort.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Stark is working for a submission of some sort.
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 Tony Stark will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Randleman tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Stark is able to avoid easily.
Randleman keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Stark on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there #TD#
and Stark counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Stark is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Stark seems to be working for a kimura but Randleman defends the submission attempt.
Randleman has hold of Stark's hands but Stark slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T1##SUB#
Stark is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are battling for position here. Randleman manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Randleman can do anything to dispel that myth.
Stark throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Stark is looking to work some ground and pound but Randleman has wrist control.
Stark stands and throws Randleman's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Stark goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Randleman rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Stark's guard! Nice work there by Randleman! #SUB#
Stark had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Randleman defends it easily.#T2#
Randleman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Stark has his foot on Randleman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Randleman works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Stark escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randleman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Randleman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Stark has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Randleman has managed to get both his arms back between Stark's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Stark has an active guard here but Randleman has managed to pass into half guard. #T3##SUB#
Stark looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Stark looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Stark looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stark works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Stark is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Randleman defends well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Stark is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Randleman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#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.#SUB#
Stark looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Randleman passes into side control.
Stark manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Randleman trying to control but Stark postures up. #SUB#
Stark is working for a kimura here but Randleman manages to reverse the position and he's now in Stark's guard.
Stark seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Randleman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tony Stark dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stark moves away.
Stark with a poor takedown
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman thows a body kick. Stark tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Stark uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
Stark shoots in for a takedown but Randleman shows good takedown defense.
Randleman works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stark was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Stark tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Randleman manages to circle out of the way.
Randleman throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Stark counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Stark is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Randleman defends it well. #T1#
Randleman wants to get back to full guard but Stark has passed into side control.
Stark misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The ground and pound from Stark seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Tony Stark overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Stark goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Randleman rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Stark's guard! Nice work there by Randleman! #SUB#
Stark looking for a guillotine here but Randleman defends easily.
Randleman trying to control but Stark is working from the bottom.
Randy Randleman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Stark looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Randleman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Stark works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Stark is looking for a triangle here but Randleman uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Stark is trying to improve his position.
Randleman is looking to take a break and control but Stark is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Stark is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Randleman off and has taken his back!
Stark misses with a punch to the head.
Stark throwing wild punches that miss their target. #SUB#
Stark working for a choke but Randleman is defending well. #SUB#
Stark is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Randleman has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Stark has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T4#
Stark gets his hands free as Randleman looks to control. #SUB#
Stark is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Randleman has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Stark is persistently looking for the submission but Randleman is defending it well. #SUB#
Stark has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Stark working for the choke.
Randleman is trying to stand back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tony Stark showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Stark, 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tony Stark!

Event: SYN 1063 Stark vs Danger
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1#
Krylov swings away with a body shot that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Krylov misses with an uppercut
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Krylov.
Krylov misses with a body shot.
Krylov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Randleman blocks the body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Krylov.
Krylov tries to work over Randleman's front leg with a kick but Randleman checks it.
Randleman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Krylov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Randleman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krylov throws a combination that misses
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Boris Krylov has been cut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Randleman.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Krylov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Randy Randleman has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Krylov misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a slapping leg kick. #T1#
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Krylov throws a leg kick that is checked
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Krylov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Randleman checks a low kick from Krylov.
Randleman throws a poor cross that misses
letting Krylov counter with a right hand.
Krylov misses with a low kick.
Krylov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Krylov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Krylov thumps Randleman with a low kick.
Krylov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Krylov manages to avoid it.
Krylov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T2#
A low kick from Krylov is predictable there
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Krylov thuds a left hand into Randleman's body.
Krylov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Krylov swinging wildly here.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Krylov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Randleman scoring well with a low kick there.
Krylov misses with a hook.
Randleman walks into a stiff left hand from Krylov.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Krylov connects with the punch.
Krylov misses with a leg kick
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Krylov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T3#
Randleman looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Krylov throws a leg kick that misses.
Randleman thinks about countering with a body kick.
Krylov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Krylov is looking to score with low kicks.
Krylov misses with a straight left.
Randleman lands a front kick.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boris Krylov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Krylov just misses with a punch to the body.
Krylov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Krylov throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A good leg kick by Krylov.
Krylov blocks a low kick nicely.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Krylov.#T4#
Krylov throws a sloppy head kick
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Krylov looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Krylov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Randleman moves out of range of the strikes.
Krylov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Randleman had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Krylov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Randleman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Krylov slips the punch.
Randleman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Randleman looks to land a right hand but Krylov moved out of range.
Krylov throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman defending well as Krylov loads up on a big left hand.
Krylov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Randleman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Krylov throws a leg kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Krylov moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Krylov dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Krylov throws a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Krylov!
Krylov throws a leg kick but Randleman checks it.
Randleman checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Krylov moves out of range as Randleman throws a body kick.
Krylov throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman defending well as Krylov loads up on a big left hand.
Krylov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Randleman in his tracks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Randleman might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Krylov is looking to land body kicks.
Randleman jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Randleman checks a low kick from Krylov.
Krylov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Krylov throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Krylov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
Krylov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Krylov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Randleman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Krylov.
A telegraphed right hand from Krylov misses the target.
Randleman feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Krylov tries to score with a low kick but Randleman moves his leg out of the way.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Krylov manages to avoid it.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Krylov throws a lazy head kick
and Randleman counters with an outside leg kick.
Krylov is breathing heavily.
Krylov looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Krylov throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#That has opened up Boris Krylov's cut even more.
Randleman cracks Krylov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Krylov misses with a shot to the body
letting Randleman counter with a right hand. #ROC#Krylov is rocked!
Randleman steps in with a hook that catches Krylov right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Randleman follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Krylov looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman 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: SYN 1060 Rozhkov vs Seigel
Date: Mar 03, 2024

#R1#
Danger is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
Danger swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Randleman lunges at Danger with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Danger's hand.
Danger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
Randleman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Danger tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Danger has Randleman up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hand to the body from Randleman.
A head punch on the inside from Randleman fails to land. #BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Danger takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Randleman. That snapped Danger's head back.
A good leg kick by Randleman.
Randleman slips under a jab from Danger.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Danger. Randleman shrugs it off though.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Danger swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Danger looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Danger ducks right into an uppercut from Randleman.
Danger steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Danger swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Randleman throws a body punch but Danger moves out of range.
Randleman lands with a shot to the body. #T2#
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Danger moved out of range nicely.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Danger swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Danger tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Danger.
Randleman misses with a shot to the body
and Danger counters with a right hand to the body. #CL#
Danger has Randleman up against the cage in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Danger lands a right hand that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Randleman lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Randleman can't break the clinch.
Danger tries a body shot but Randleman blocks it.
Danger lands a right hand that snaps the head of Randleman backwards. #BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch. #T3#
Danger throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Danger changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Donk. Danger catches Randleman right on the button with a cross.
Danger swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Randleman.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Danger cracks Randleman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Randleman has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Danger.
Randleman throws an off balance right hand
and Danger counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman throws a hook but Danger blocks it.#T4#
Danger tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A low kick lands for Randleman.
Randleman misses the body punch
and Danger counters with a nice body shot.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Danger lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Randleman at a distance.
Danger lands the left hand.
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 Danny Danger 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#
Both fighters circling a little - Danger finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Danger checks the leg kick nicely there.
Randleman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Randleman takes a swing at Danger's ribcage but misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Danger misses its target.
Randleman misses with a body kick.
Randleman jabs Danger right on the nose. Danger blinks but takes it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the liver by Danger. Beautiful body shot.
Danny Danger is winning the standup battle so far.
Danger throws a shot to the body.
Randleman is breathing heavily.
Danger takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T1#
Danger scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Danger is looking to clinch but Randleman is avoiding it.
A head kick by Danger misses
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Danger cracks Randleman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Danger cracks Randleman with an open hand slap.
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Danger counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Danger clinches up with Randleman and pushes him back against the cage.
Danger is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Danger misses with a punch to the body.
Danger throws a punch but it's blocked by Randleman. #T2#
Danger scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Randleman misses with some punches.
Randleman misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A hook to the body from Randleman.
Randleman lands a hook that snaps the head of Danger backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Danger lands a hook to the side of the head.
Danger blocks a body shot from Randleman.
Randleman lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Danger lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Randleman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Randleman fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Danger.
Randleman stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Randleman takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Danger closes the distance and pushes Randleman back into the cage.#T3#
Danger doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Danger.
Randleman tries to break free but Danger pushes him back against the cage.
Danger lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Randleman tries to work over Danger's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Danny Danger has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Danger swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Danger misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Danger seems to be stalking Randleman here. He circles momentarily and then unleashes a devastating head kick! Randleman drops like a stone, out cold! WOW! Are you kidding me!? What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Danny Danger!
Danny Danger seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SYN 1050 Hlervu vs Kutvonen IV
Date: Jan 21, 2024

#R1#
Stark fails to land the takedown.
A slapping body kick lands there for Randleman.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Stark gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Stark moves away from the strike by Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Randleman. #CL#
Stark clinches.
Randleman lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Randleman manages to break the clinch. #T1#
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Stark.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Stark. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck for Stark with that takedown attempt.
Randleman throws out a counter right but Stark avoids it with no problem.
Stark shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Randleman as he avoids it easily.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses.
Stark tries for a takedown but Randleman circles away easily
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Tony Stark has been cut.#T2#
Randleman throws a hook but Stark avoids it easily.
Randy Randleman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Randleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Stark shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Randleman defends it nicely.
Randleman looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
No luck for Stark with that takedown attempt.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Stark moved away.
Stark tries to counter by clinching up but Randleman breaks away and moves out of range.
Randleman throws a nice inside leg kick. #T3#
Stark tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Randleman defends well and Stark ends up having to push Randleman into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Stark is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Randleman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Stark tries for a takedown. No joy. #BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Stark is defended easily by Randleman.#TD#
Stark drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Stark working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4##SUB#
Stark is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Randleman is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Stark is trying to get an arm triangle but Randleman is defending well. #SUB#
Stark tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Randleman is trying to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tony Stark's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Stark fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Randleman avoids it really well and circles away.#TD#
Stark gets the takedown into side control.
Stark sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Randleman is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Stark is trying to get an arm triangle but Randleman is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Stark is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Randleman has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1##SUB#
Stark tries for a kimura but Randleman is defending well. #SUB#
Stark working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Randleman struggling a bit here.
Stark throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB#
Stark is trying to get an arm triangle but Randleman is defending well. #SUB#
Stark wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Randleman, who protects the arm well. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Stark goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Randleman has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Stark but great work by Randleman.
Stark tries to bench press Randleman off him but Randleman keeps the position.
Randleman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Stark. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Randleman trying to control the position but Stark is working away.
Stark sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Stark manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3##SUB#
Stark looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Stark had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Randleman defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Stark throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Stark is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Stark looking for a guillotine here but Randleman defends easily. #T4##SUB#
Stark looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Randleman passes into side control.
Randleman in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Stark tries to buck Randleman off but Randleman is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stark gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Stark looking for submissions off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tony Stark dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tony Stark's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Randleman throws a leg kick that misses.
Randleman throws a hook but Stark blocks it.
Stark misses with a takedown attempt
and Stark takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Stark steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Stark looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Randleman throws a nice inside leg kick.
Stark has his takedown stuffed
and Randleman 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.
Nice takedown defense from Randleman. No joy for Stark on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Stark. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stark uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randleman.#T1#
Randleman throws a front kick aimed at Stark's knee but Stark avoids it well.
Randleman bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stark's head backwards.
Randy Randleman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Stark darts in trying to clinch
and Randleman counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Stark shoots for a double leg takedown but Randleman sprawls well. He's pushed Stark's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Stark fails with a takedown attempt.
Randleman throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Stark.#T2#
Stark shoots in looking for a takedown but Randleman manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Stark's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Randleman is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
A nice inside leg kick there by Randleman. That's going to slow Stark down.
Stark misses with a takedown attempt
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman with a nice calf kick.
Stark doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman throws a nice outside leg kick. #T3#
Stark slips under a jab.
Randleman slaps away a takedown attempt from Stark, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Randleman 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.
Stark fails with the takedown
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stark with a lazy takedown attempt
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#Tony Stark's cut is getting worse.
Stark fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Randleman avoids it really well and circles away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Randleman throws a leg kick #TD#
and Stark counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Stark throws a big right hand that misses.
Stark working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Randleman wants to get back to his feet but Stark is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Randleman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tony Stark overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Stark prevents Randleman from getting back to his feet.
Stark lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Randleman keeping full guard, as Stark tries to pass.

And that's the end of the fight!
Randy Randleman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Randleman 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: SYN 1045 New Years Eve
Date: Dec 31, 2023

#R1##TD#
Randleman tries to sprawl but Choke drives through with a takedown into half guard.

Randleman manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Randleman is looking to chop away at Choke's legs.
Choke feinted with a counter takedown.
Choke is trying hard to land a takedown here. Randleman sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Randleman throws a sloppy head kick and Choke moves out of range easily.
Choke tries to move into range but Randleman moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Randleman leaves Choke with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Choke has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD#
Choke drives through with a takedown into Randleman's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T1#
Choke trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Choke loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Randleman can do anything to dispel that myth.
Choke tries to free his leg and advance position but Randleman is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Choke is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Randleman is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Randleman has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Choke looking for a guillotine here but Randleman defends easily. #SUB#
Choke throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Choke escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randleman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2##SUB#
Choke working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Randleman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Randleman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Choke is looking for a triangle but Randleman pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Choke is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Choke is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Choke looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Choke is looking for a triangle but Randleman pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Choke keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully. #T3#
Choke being controlled here, momentarily.
Choke wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Choke working for a triangle but Randleman defends it easily. #SUB#
Choke has his feet on Randleman's thighs here. He's pushed Randleman off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Randleman screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). David Choke!

Event: SYN 1041 Balin vs Sergey
Date: Dec 16, 2023

#R1#
Randleman looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Good shot there by Randleman.
McGuire misses with a hook.
Randleman cracks McGuire with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Randleman scores with a hook to the body. McGuire takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McGuire looks to land a body kick but Randleman moved away.
McGuire throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a slapping leg kick.
Randleman throws a hook but McGuire blocks it.
McGuire seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
McGuire catches Randleman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McGuire throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
The crowd cheers as McGuire lands an impressive looking overhand right. Randleman doesn't seem phased though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McGuire throws a body kick that misses
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Randleman jabs McGuire to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've been informed that Randleman has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
McGuire swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Randleman slips under a jab.
McGuire dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McGuire throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Randleman flicks out a counter leg kick but McGuire steps away.
McGuire gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Randleman counters with a one-two to the body.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McGuire throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
McGuire throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Randleman takes a head kick and keeps coming. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McGuire throws a left and a right that both miss
and Randleman counters with a series of strikes that really hurt McGuire! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
In his post fight interview, Randy Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SYN 1034
Date: Nov 17, 2023

#R1#
Dinapoli cracks Randleman with an open hand slap.
Dinapoli defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
A nice side step and Dinapoli releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Randleman walks into a left hand.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Dinapoli jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dinapoli moves out of range of the body kick from Randleman.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Dinapoli.
Randleman jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Dinapoli has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Randleman is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dinapoli throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dinapoli connects with a good right hand that stumbles Randleman. Randleman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The fighters circle momentarily. Randleman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Dinapoli throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Dinapoli throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dinapoli throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dinapoli throws out the jab.
Dinapoli looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Randleman throws a quick counter head kick but Dinapoli was just out of range.
Randleman feints and then cracks Dinapoli's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dinapoli down.
Randleman needs to keep his hands up - Dinapoli had a free shot at his head there.
A swing and a miss from Dinapoli.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Dinapoli takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T2#
Dinapoli scores with a jab to the jaw.
Dinapoli dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dinapoli with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dinapoli throws a half hearted mid kick.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dinapoli misses with a shot to the body
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Dinapoli misses with a straight right.
Dinapoli misses the body punch
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Dinapoli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman. #T3#
A big right from Randleman misses.
Dinapoli swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dinapoli.
Dinapoli bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Randleman's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Dinapoli does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dinapoli doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Randleman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dinapoli on the side of the head.
A good leg kick by Randleman.
Decent striking displayed by Dinapoli there.
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dinapoli counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Dinapoli lands a jab to Randleman's midsection.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dinapoli was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Dinapoli on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dinapoli blocks a jab.
Dinapoli 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.
Dinapoli stuns Randleman with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jab, jab by Dinapoli - just one landing.
Dinapoli scores with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Dinapoli dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dinapoli misses the jab.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Dinapoli appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Randleman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Randleman missing with a left hand there. Dinapoli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman connects with a jab.
Randleman gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2#
Dinapoli lands a big right hand that sends Randleman crashing to the mat! Dinapoli stays standing though and waves Randleman back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dinapoli takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
Randleman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dinapoli to score with a decent uppercut.#KD2#
Dinapoli feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Randleman sprawling to the canvas! Randleman rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Dinapoli finish him?! #ROC2#Randleman is rocked!
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dinapoli.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big left from Dinapoli misses.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Randleman checks a low kick from Dinapoli.
Dinapoli takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dinapoli doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dinapoli lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman throws a shot to the body.
Dinapoli ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.#T2#
Randleman scores with a decent looking hook.
Dinapoli misses with a hook.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Randleman connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dinapoli. Dinapoli circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A punch lands to the side of Randleman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Randleman blocks a leg kick.
Dinapoli just misses with a punch to the body.
Dinapoli throws a quick inside leg kick.
Dinapoli misses with a left hand
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dinapoli throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Randleman misses with a looping right.
Dinapoli lands a nice leg kick that just misses Randleman's sensitive parts.
Randleman throws a nice outside leg kick.
Dinapoli moves forwards but Randleman connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dinapoli ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman cracks Dinapoli with an open hand slap.#ROC#Dinapoli is rocked!
Dinapoli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.#KD#
Randleman feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Dinapoli sprawling to the canvas! Dinapoli rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Randleman finish him?!
Dinapoli is still on wobbly legs! Can Randleman finish him?#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dinapoli throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Dinapoli misses the target.
Dinapoli seems to have recovered his senses.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dinapoli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dinapoli shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Dinapoli getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Randleman blocks a jab.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dinapoli dips to his left and cracks Randleman with an uppercut!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Joe Dinapoli will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Dinapoli misses the target.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Dinapoli.
Randleman is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Randleman dips to his left and cracks Dinapoli with an uppercut!
Dinapoli lands with a thumping leg kick.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dinapoli was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Dinapoli tries a quick counter leg kick but Randleman is wise to it.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dinapoli steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dinapoli throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dinapoli connects with a good right hand that stumbles Randleman. Randleman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Dinapoli moved out of range nicely.
Dinapoli misses with a lunging right hand
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dinapoli.
Dinapoli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dinapoli throws out a leg kick but Randleman moves out of range and Dinapoli only half commits.
Randy Randleman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Joe Dinapoli is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Dinapoli scores with a nice right hand.
Dinapoli tries to land a front kick but Randleman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Randleman appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Randleman stuns Dinapoli with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dinapoli ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dinapoli scores with a jab. Randleman acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dinapoli misses with an uppercut.
Dinapoli has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dinapoli makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Randleman tries a low kick but Dinapoli avoids it.#T3#
Randleman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Randleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Dinapoli connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dinapoli moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dinapoli! But no joy.
Randleman connects with a leg kick.
Dinapoli looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Dinapoli looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Dinapoli lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Randleman ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
Randleman misses with a straight left.
Joe Dinapoli seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dinapoli cracks Randleman with an open hand slap.
Dinapoli throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Randleman on the side of the head.
Dinapoli scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Randleman connects with a solid leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dinapoli connects with an inside leg kick.
Randleman takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dinapoli throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SYN 1027 DeMinaur vs Takahashi
Date: Oct 27, 2023

#R1#
Dodgers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman misses with the body kick
and Dodgers counters with a thumping low kick.
Dodgers misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dodgers thinking.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Randleman thuds his shin into the meat of Dodgers's side.
Randleman feints and then cracks Dodgers's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dodgers down.
Dodgers misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dodgers.
Randleman throws a hook but Dodgers avoids it easily.#T1#
Dodgers connects with a good right hand that stumbles Randleman. Randleman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses #CL2#
and Dodgers holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Dodgers misses with a body punch.
Randleman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dodgers misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Randleman throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Dodgers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Donk. Randleman catches Dodgers right on the button with a cross.#CUT#It looks like Duck Dodgers has been cut.
Dodgers drops his hands momentarily and Randleman takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A jab from Dodgers misses. #T2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Randleman. That's going to slow Dodgers down.
Dodgers moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dodgers looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Randleman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A decent looking cross lands there for Randleman.
Dodgers throws a shot to the body.
Dodgers ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Dodgers throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Dodgers cracks a nice hook into Randleman's ribs.
Dodgers gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Randleman clobbers Dodgers with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Some wild striking there from Randleman.
Dodgers misses with a body shot
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Good leg kick by Dodgers. #T4#
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Dodgers counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dodgers.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Dodgers moves away and avoids it.
Dodgers connects with an inside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick misses from Dodgers.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Randleman.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Duck Dodgers's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Randleman fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL2#
Dodgers gets a clinch.
Dodgers scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman misses with a hook. Dodgers ducked under it nicely.
Randleman drops his hands momentarily and Dodgers takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dodgers 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.
Randleman throws a push kick but Dodgers slaps the foot to one side.
Randleman moves out of range of the leg kick from Dodgers.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Randleman digs a good body shot into Dodgers's ribs.
A jab from Dodgers misses.
Randleman throws a good cross that connects.
Randleman scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dodgers in his tracks.
Randleman lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Randleman will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Randleman throws a body punch but Dodgers moves out of range. #T2#
Randleman throws a hook but Dodgers avoids it easily.
Dodgers steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Randleman. That one must have hurt.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#KD#
Randleman lands a big right hand that sends Dodgers crashing to the mat! Randleman stays standing though and waves Dodgers back to his feet!#ROC#Dodgers is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman 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.
Dodgers is still on wobbly legs! Can Randleman finish him?
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Dodgers moves away and avoids it.
Dodgers only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Dodgers seems to have recovered his senses.#T3#
Dodgers throws a leg kick which misses Randleman's front leg but catches the back leg as Randleman tries to avoid it.
Dodgers ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Dodgers is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Randleman.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Dodgers's head but Dodgers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dodgers tries a quick counter leg kick but Randleman is wise to it.
Randleman lands with an uppercut that bounces Dodgers off the cage and back into range.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Randleman punishes Dodgers's body with a nice straight punch.
Randleman misses with a hook.
Dodgers steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Randleman.
Dodgers misses with a low kick.
Randleman throws a quick inside leg kick.
A shot to the body from Randleman misses
and Dodgers counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Randleman on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Duck Dodgers's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
Dodgers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Randleman slips under a jab from Dodgers.
Randleman wants to land a leg kick but Dodgers is out of range.
Randleman misses with an uppercut
and Dodgers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dodgers has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and Dodgers counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Randleman cracks Dodgers with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Randleman has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Dodgers to stand back up!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman misses with a hook #CL2#
and Dodgers moves into the clinch.#T1#
Randleman throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dodgerss head.
Randleman wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dodgers pushes Randleman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Randleman.
Dodgers stalls.
Randleman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Randleman scores with a shoulder strike.
Dodgers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Randleman is trying to break the clinch but Dodgers has him pressed against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Dodgers - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Dodgers lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Randleman or not.
Randleman wants to break free but Dodgers has control.
Randleman has a couple of punches blocked by Dodgers. #TD2#
Dodgers jumps guard and drags Randleman to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Randleman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dodgers swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Dodgers seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dodgers looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Randleman is fighting to break Dodgers's control of his arms but Dodgers is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
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.
Randleman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dodgers swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dodgers looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dodgers lands with a thumping leg kick.
Randleman throws a leg kick which misses Dodgers's front leg but catches the back leg as Dodgers tries to avoid it.
Randy Randleman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
A nice inside leg kick there by Dodgers. That's going to slow Randleman down.
Randleman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dodgers stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Dodgers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
A counter left hand to the body from Randleman misses its target.
Randleman avoids the head kick by Dodgers.
Randleman jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Dodgers throws a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dodgers's knee momentarily.

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 Randy Randleman.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Randleman, 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: SYN 1023 Randleman vs Danger
Date: Oct 08, 2023

#R1#
Randleman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Danny Danger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danger misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice body kick.
Randleman darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Danger with a nice cross.
Randleman is looking to land body kicks.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Danger.
Randleman takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Danger cracks Randleman with a right hand to the side of the head.
Randleman lands a jab to the nose.
Randleman looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Danger lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T1#
Randleman slips a straight right by Danger.
Randleman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Danger tries to land a front kick but Randleman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Danger makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Randleman misses with a hook. Danger ducked under it nicely.
Danger tries to clinch but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman checks a leg kick nicely.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Danger.
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Danger closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Randleman lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Danger throws a punch but it's blocked by Randleman.
Danger misses with the head strike.
Danger swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Danger counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Randleman tries to keep at a distance but Danger has taken the fight into the clinch.
Danger tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Randleman breaks from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Danger jabs at Randleman's body.
Danger throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman throws a hook but Danger blocks it.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Danger is out of range. #T3#
Danger scores with a jab to the jaw.
Danger missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Danger thuds his right hand into Randleman's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Danger swings away with a body shot that misses
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice cross by Danger.
Danger misses with a straight right.
Randleman misses with a body shot
and Danger counters with a straight right hand.
Danger moves away from the strike by Randleman. #T4#
Danger takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman wants to land a leg kick but Danger is out of range.
Danger throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A quick step to the side and Randleman tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Danger blocks a jab.
Danger doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL2#
Danger drives through and clinches with Randleman against the cage.
Danger tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Randleman lands with a short shot to the head.
Danger lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Danger doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Randleman scores with a nice hook to the head.
Danger lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Danger is working Randleman over against the cage.
Danger scores with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Danny Danger dominated that round.
That's time! Randleman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Danger misses with a body kick.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Randleman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Danger pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Danger throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Danger looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
Danger has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Randleman moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danger throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Randleman takes one on the button.
A nice leg kick lands there from Danger.
Danny Danger seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Randleman tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Randleman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Danger can pounce on him.
Danger lands with a hook. Randleman tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Danger misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Randleman throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Danger counter with a right hand. #KD2#
Danger lands a left and a right that send Randleman crashing to the mat, dazed. Danger thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Randleman is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Danger fails with an attempt to clinch.
Danger scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CL2#
Danger moves into the clinch successfully. #T2#
A short body shot lands from Randleman as the two fighters clinch.
Randleman wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Danger misses with a body punch.
Danger swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Danger working aggressively here.
Danger doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short body shot lands from Danger as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Danger.
Danger lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Randleman or not.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Danger tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice body punch from Danger - that landed with a thud.
Danger misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Danger on the inside.
Danger cracks Randleman with a nice body shot.
A short left from Danger.
Danger goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Danger lands a hook that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Danger misses with a hook to the ribs.
Danger lands a body shot in the clinch.
Danny Danger seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T3#
Danger lands a right hand.
Danger has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Randleman seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Danger can turn it around.
Danger scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Danger tries a body shot but Randleman blocks it.
Danger lands a right hand.
Danger gets through Randleman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Danger.
Danger tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Danger scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Danger lands a left hand.
Danger tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Danger prevents Randleman from breaking the clinch.
Danger doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Randleman wants to get back to striking at distance but Danger won't allow it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Danger creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Danger.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Randleman.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Danger.
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!
Danger struggles to land a body shot inside as Randleman controls his hands.
Danger scores with a shot to the side of Randleman's head. #T4#
Danger throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Randlemans head.
Danger lands a right hand.
Danger throws a punch but it's blocked by Randleman.
Danger works on Randleman's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
Danger pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Danger lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #KD2#
Danger cracks Randleman with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Randleman looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Danger finish him?
Oh Randleman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL2#
Danger closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Randleman.
Randleman seems to have got his legs back now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Danger.
Danger working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Randleman misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Danger.
Danger can't find room to land a body shot as Randleman controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Danny Danger showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3##KD2#
Danger lands a big right hand that sends Randleman crashing to the mat! Danger stays standing though and waves Randleman back to his feet!
Danger misses with a looping right.
Randleman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Danger fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.#KD2#
Danger cracks Randleman with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Randleman looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Danger finish him?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Danger ducks down to avoid it.
Danger throws a fast counter high kick but Randleman manages to duck under it in time.
Danger with a body punch. A glancing blow. #KD2#
Danger sends Randleman crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Danger is motioning to the referee to let Randleman up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Randleman.
Danger appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Danger connects with a body shot that sends Randleman's belly button to the back.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Danger's head but Danger sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Danger has closed the distance and engaged Randleman in a clinch.
A short right from Danger.
Randleman tries to work over Danger's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Danger has Randleman pressed against the cage, preventing Randleman from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Randleman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Randleman is trying to break the clinch but Danger is controlling him.#BC#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #KD2#
Danger cracks Randleman with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Randleman looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Danger finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Danger ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Randleman out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Danny Danger!
Danny Danger is the new light heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Danny Danger thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 1021 Choke vs Randleman
Date: Sep 29, 2023

#R1#
Choke shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Randleman as he avoids it easily.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Choke 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.
Choke with a lazy takedown attempt
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Choke displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Randleman throws out the jab.
Choke drops down looking for a counter takedown but Randleman sprawls and moves away.
Choke shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Randleman defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Choke. 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.#TD#
Choke scores with a takedown into Randleman's guard.#T1#
Choke pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Randleman is keeping the position for now.
Randleman wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Choke pushing down on Randleman's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Randleman keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Choke tries to pass to full mount but Randleman defends it. #SUB#
Choke seems to be looking for submissions.
Choke thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Choke is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Choke is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2##SUB#
Choke is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Randleman doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Choke.
Randleman is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Choke seems to be working for a kimura but Randleman defends the submission attempt.
Randleman wants to improve his position but Choke is controlling well. #T3#
Choke missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Choke is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Randleman doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Choke.
Choke 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.
Choke missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Choke thows a huge punch but Randleman dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Choke is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Randleman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Choke. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Choke seems to be working for a kimura but Randleman defends the submission attempt.
Choke wants to pass the guard but Randleman is defending well. #SUB#
Choke is working for a submission of some sort.
Choke looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Randleman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Choke not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Choke is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Randleman has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

David Choke dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Choke shoots in for a takedown but Randleman shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice takedown defense from Randleman. No joy for Choke on that attempt.
Randleman looks to land a right hand but Choke moved out of range.
Choke fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Choke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Choke manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Choke.
Choke closes this distance looking for a takedown but Randleman circles away.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Randy Randleman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Randleman feints and then cracks Choke's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Choke down.
Randleman stuffs the takedown attempt from Choke. Choke gets slowly back to his feet.
Randleman lands with a nice body kick.
Choke fails with the takedown
and Choke takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Choke staying out of range there.#T2#
Randleman misses with a right hand #TD#
and Choke counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Randleman manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Choke keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Choke manages to avoid it.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Choke was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
A low kick from Randleman misses #TD#
and Choke counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Choke sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Randleman's guard. #SUB#
Choke is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Randleman tries to roll over but Choke keeps him under control.#T3##SUB#
Choke is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Randleman has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Choke is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Choke is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Randleman felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Choke is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Randleman sees it coming and defends easily.
David Choke overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Choke working over Randleman with some ground and pound. Randleman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Choke looks to land a strike but Randleman avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman managing to control the position.
Randleman is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Choke throws a big right hand that misses.
Choke slips nicely into half guard.
Randleman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Choke is working away from the top position though.
Choke throwing shots but Randleman is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Choke is working for a kimura but Randleman is defending it quite comfortably.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Randleman is defending against the submission attempts here by Choke.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman 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!#R3#
Choke darts in looking for a takedown but Randleman gets double underhooks and turns Choke into the cage.
Choke tries for a takedown but Randleman manages to get underhooks.
Randleman lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Choke tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Randleman just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Choke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Randleman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Randleman lands a hook to the side of the head.
Randleman gets underhooks to prevent Choke's takedown attempt.
Randleman misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Choke tries for a takedown. No joy. #BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #KD2#
Randleman lands a big head kick that sends Choke tumbling to the mat! Randleman takes a step backwards and waves Choke back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#It looks like David Choke has been cut.
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!
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Choke manages to avoid it.
Choke changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Choke gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD2#
and Randleman counters with a nice right hand that sends Choke toppling to the canvas! Choke scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Randleman finish him?!#ROC2#Choke is rocked!#T1#
Randleman ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Choke's jaw. Choke's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Randleman does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman is the new light heavyweight champion!
After the fight, Randy Randleman 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: SYN 1015 Todd vs Exotic IV
Date: Sep 07, 2023

#R1#
Wolf lands with a nice body punch.
Wolf connects with a good right hand that stumbles Randleman. Randleman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Randleman getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#It looks like Aaron Wolf has been cut.
Wolf connects with a high kick.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman lands a lovely overhand right.
Randleman defending well as Wolf loads up on a big left hand.
Randleman scores with a nice right hand.
Wolf digs a good hook to Randleman's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Wolf saw that one coming.#T1#
Randleman slips under a jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Wolf.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wolf jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Wolf uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
As Randleman backs off Wolf throws a huge counter combo but Randleman manages to avoid it all.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
A swing and a miss from Wolf.
Wolf takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Randleman paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice body kick from Wolf.
Wolf throws a right hand that Randleman ducks under and follows up with a left that Randleman also avoids with ease.
A shot to the liver by Randleman. Beautiful body shot.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Wolf was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Randleman connects with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Wolf tries to bum rush Randleman with a series of wild strikes but Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Wolf throws a one two combo.
Randleman cracks Wolf with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT#That has opened up Aaron Wolf's cut even more.
Wolf throws a series of punches but Randleman avoids them all with ease.
Randleman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wolf. That did some damage!
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wolf takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Randleman tries to score with a low kick but Wolf moves his leg out of the way.
Wolf doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wolf counters with a left and a right that stings Randleman. #T4#
Randleman swings for the body but Wolf moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab, jab by Randleman - just one landing.
Wolf slips under a jab from Randleman.
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there
and Wolf counters with a body kick.
Randleman takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wolf is looking to land body kicks.
Randleman defending well as Wolf loads up on a big left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Aaron Wolf will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Aaron Wolf's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Randleman throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wolf misses the jab.
Wolf swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Randleman counters with a nice low kick that buckles Wolf's knee momentarily.
Randleman swings away with a body shot that misses
and Wolf counters with a good, hard body kick but Randleman shrugs it off.
Randleman lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wolf fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Randleman 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.
Wolf pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wolf misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#The cut above Aaron Wolf's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T1#
Wolf throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Randleman misses with a hook. Wolf ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Wolf finds it's way through Randleman's defenses.
Nice shot lands for Randleman.
Randleman dips to his left and cracks Wolf with an uppercut!#CUT#Aaron Wolf's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
A jab from Wolf misses.
Wolf lands with an uppercut that bounces Randleman off the cage and back into range.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Wolf misses the target.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wolf.
Randleman lets loose with a powerful body kick. Wolf will feel that in the morning.
Randleman tests Wolf's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Nice shot by Randleman.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Aaron Wolf had this to say: 'Get Over Here ! '.

Event: SYN 1011 Danger vs Randleman
Date: Aug 18, 2023

#R1#
A big left from Randleman misses.
Randleman just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDanger.
Danger is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Randleman tries a quick counter leg kick but Danger is wise to it.
Randleman scores with a decent looking hook.
Randleman sizes up Danger with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Randleman throws an off balance right hand
and Danger 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.
Danger ducks right into an uppercut from Randleman.
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Danger blocks a jab.
Danger is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Danger with a hook.
Danger looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've been informed that Randleman 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.
Danger stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Danger looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Randleman tries to score with a low kick but Danger moves his leg out of the way.
Randleman takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Randleman plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Danger counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Danger jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T2#
Danger scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Danger scores with a kick to the midsection.
Danger just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Danger sees it coming and moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Danger misses its target.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Randleman moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Danger sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Danger sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Danger appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Danger.
A nice side step and Randleman releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Danger was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Randleman throws a poor cross that misses
and Danger counters with a nice low kick that buckles Randleman's knee momentarily.
Randleman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A punch lands to the side of Randleman 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Danger clinches with his opponent.
Randleman throws a punch but it's blocked by Danger.
Danger blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Randleman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Danger scores with a shot to the body. #T4#
Randleman lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Randleman misses with a body kick.
A head kick misses from Danger.
Randleman was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
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!
Randleman throws a lazy body kick
and Danger counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman wants to slow Danger down by chopping away at his legs.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Randleman thinks about the counter body kick.
Danger fails with an attempt to clinch.
Danger moves out of range of the body kick from Randleman.
Danger throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Danny Danger dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Randleman lands a head kick!
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Danger.
Randleman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Danger fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Randleman, pushing him back against the cage.
Randleman working aggressively here.
Randleman lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Danger.
Danger blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Danger struggles to land a body shot inside as Randleman controls his hands.
Danger scores with a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Danger on the inside.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Danger.
Randleman lands a shot to the body.
Danger working aggressively here. #BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch.
Randleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Danger slips under a jab.
Danger lands a jab to Randleman's midsection.
Danger cracks Randleman with an open hand slap.
Danger throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Danger sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman blocks a head kick by Danger.
Randleman misses with a jab, cross combination. #T2#
Danger throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Randleman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Danger slips a straight right by Randleman.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses
and Danger counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Randleman thinking.
Randleman ducks right into an uppercut from Danger.
Danger throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Randleman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Danger is looking to clinch.
Randleman was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Danger scores with a jab to the head.
Danger fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Randleman cracks Danger with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Randleman misses with a body shot
enabling Danger to counter with a crisp jab.
Danger throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Danger uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Danger swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Randleman misses with a double jab.
Danger has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Danger there as he acknowledges the shot.
Randleman swats away the attempt to clinch by Danger.#T4#
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Danger to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman slips under a jab from Danger.
Danger moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Randleman misses with a jab to the body
and Danger counters with a perfectly timed head kick, knocking Randleman out cold! Wow, that took some serious skill and not a little luck! Danger is taking it in his stride though, strolling around like it's no big deal. What a guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Danny Danger!
Danny Danger retains his light heavyweight title!
Our winner, Danny Danger, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: SYN 1006 Vice vs Dooms
Date: Jul 28, 2023

#R1#
Palmotic lands with a good body shot.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Palmotic.
Palmotic moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Palmotic throws a body kick that misses.
Palmotic misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Palmotic throws a head kick that misses
and Palmotic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Randleman scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Palmotic doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Palmotic was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Palmotic walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Palmotic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Palmotic.
Palmotic has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Randleman takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Palmotic pushes Randleman away with a front kick.
Palmotic throws a predictable looking body shot
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Randleman lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Palmotic misses with a looping right.
Palmotic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Randleman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Randleman scores with a leg kick. #T2#
Randleman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Palmotic thuds his shin into the meat of Randleman's side.
Randleman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Palmotic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Randleman with a body shot.
Palmotic missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Palmotic lands an overhand right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Palmotic.
Palmotic throws a counter combo.
Randleman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T3#
Randleman on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Randleman lands with a cross.
Palmotic lands with a good body shot.
Randleman is breathing heavily.
Palmotic jabs Randleman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A swing and a miss from Palmotic.
Palmotic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Palmotic misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Randleman. #T4#
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Palmotic slips under a jab.
Palmotic feints a counter leg kick.
Palmotic punishes Randleman's body with a nice straight punch.
Palmotic scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Randleman doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman cracks Palmotic with an open hand slap.
Randleman scores with a decent looking hook.
Palmotic throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Palmotic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Randleman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hrvoje Palmotic 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#
Randleman misses with a looping left.
A decent looking cross lands there for Randleman.
Randleman scores with a jab. Palmotic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Randleman.#KD#
Randleman lands a big right hand that sends Palmotic crashing to the mat! Randleman stays standing though and waves Palmotic back to his feet!#ROC#Palmotic is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman jabs Palmotic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Palmotic is still on wobbly legs! Can Randleman finish him?
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Palmotic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Palmotic seems to have recovered his senses.
Palmotic is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Randleman rather than just go for the knockout.
Randleman circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Palmotic drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Randleman follows Palmotic to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: SYN 1001 Randleman vs Dodgers
Date: Jul 10, 2023

#R1#
Dodgers cracks Randleman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Randleman looks to throw a body kick#KD2#
and Dodgers counters with a crisp right hand that drops Randleman! Dodgers lets Randleman back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Randleman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Randleman is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dodgers scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dodgers throws a leg kick but Randleman moved away.
A slapping body kick lands there for Dodgers.
Dodgers scores with a body shot.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Dodgers.#T1#
Dodgers lands with a thumping leg kick.
A jab from Dodgers misses.
Randleman throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Randleman takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Dodgers fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Randleman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dodgers takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dodgers cracks Randleman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T2#
Dodgers lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Randleman at a distance.
Dodgers misses with a body kick.
Dodgers looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
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!
Dodgers fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Randleman out cold! Brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Duck Dodgers!
Duck Dodgers is the new light heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Duck Dodgers thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SYN 997 Randleman vs Wolf
Date: Jun 27, 2023

#R1#
Wolf punishes Randleman's body with a nice straight punch.
Wolf looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Wolf jabs at Randleman's body.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Wolf counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Randleman avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wolf misses with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice low kick that buckles Wolf's knee momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
Nice defenses there by Randleman.
Randleman appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Wolf misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Wolf chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wolf scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Randleman lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT#It looks like Aaron Wolf has been cut.
A head kick misses from Wolf.
Randleman fires out a quick counter leg kick but Wolf just manages to avoid it.
Randleman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Wolf throws a body kick that misses.
Wolf ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Randleman misses with a hook.
Nice uppercut there from Wolf.
Wolf misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wolf fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wolf.
Wolf throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.#T3#
Wolf's jab looks to have found its range, popping Randleman under the eye.
Wolf just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman throws a quick counter head kick but Wolf was just out of range.
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but Wolf is just out of range.
Wolf is looking for the big counter here.
Wolf gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab lands there for Wolf.
Wolf misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
A jab from Randleman finds it's way through Wolf's defenses. #T4#
Randleman throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Wolf to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Randleman listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wolf missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman connects with a right hand. Wolf shakes it off.#CUT#That has opened up Aaron Wolf's cut even more.
Randleman ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wolf misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aaron Wolf dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aaron Wolf's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Randleman is looking to land body kicks.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolf was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
A countering left hand to the body from Wolf misses.
Wolf looks to land a body kick but Randleman moved away.
Wolf has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wolf misses with a double jab
and Randleman counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Wolf unleashes a big counter combination but Randleman bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Randleman wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Randleman lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1#
Wolf uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
A low kick from Wolf misses
and Randleman counters with a slapping leg kick.
Wolf throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Wolf manages to avoid it.
Wolf throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Nice uppercut lands for Wolf. That snapped Randleman's head back.
Wolf pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A solid leg kick lands there for Wolf. #T2#
Randleman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Wolf throws a wild body kick that Randleman sees coming a mile off.
Randleman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Randleman with a hook.#CUT#The cut above Aaron Wolf's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Wolf feints and then cracks Randleman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Randleman down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman digs a good hook to Wolf's body.
Randleman connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T3#
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on Wolf's shoulder, as Wolf tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman scores with a nice body kick.
A big right from Wolf misses.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Wolf moves away and avoids it.
Wolf throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wolf.
Randleman connects with a body shot.#T4#
Randleman missing with a left hand there. Wolf was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An inside leg kick lands from Randleman.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Wolf off balance momentarily.
Randleman lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A nice leg kick from Randleman, right into the meat of the thigh.
Randleman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Aaron Wolf's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Randleman walks into a jab.
Wolf blocks a jab.
And Wolf responds with a good body kick, but Randleman manages to step out the way in time.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Wolf moved out of range nicely.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman throws out a leg kick but Wolf moves out of range and Randleman only half commits.
Wolf throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman with a jab.
Randleman scores with a nice strike.#CUT#Aaron Wolf's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
A big left from Wolf misses. #T1#
Wolf swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Wolf falls off balance throwing a combination
and Randleman counters with a slapping leg kick.
Randleman misses the jab.
Wolf cracks Randleman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Randleman throws a low kick but it's checked well by Wolf.
Wolf tries a quick counter leg kick but Randleman is wise to it.
Randleman lands with a shot to the body. #T2#
Randleman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wolf throws a body kick that misses
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Wolf slips a jab from Randleman.
Wolf moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Randleman misses with a hook.
Wolf misses with a jab, cross combination. #T3#
Wolf scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wolf looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Wolf manages to avoid it.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Wolf counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wolf slips under a jab from Randleman.
Wolf looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wolf keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Wolf throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Randleman clobbers Wolf with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Randy Randleman 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.
Aaron Wolf spoke after the fight, saying 'Get Over Here ! '.

Event: SYN 989 Choke vs Randleman
Date: Jun 01, 2023

#R1#
Choke throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Randleman's waist but Randleman gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Choke off to one side.
Choke misses with a takedown
and Randleman counters with a left and a right that stings Choke. #CL#
Choke darts in and clinches Randleman up against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Randleman as the two fighters clinch.
Randleman is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Choke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randleman lands a nice uppercut.
Randleman lands a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choke is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Randleman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Choke drops down looking for an ankle pick but Randleman pulls his leg out and moves away.
Randleman scores with a leg kick. #T1#
Choke tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Randleman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Choke tries to counter with a takedown but Randleman is quick to defend against it.
Choke looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Choke takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Choke sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A cross from Randleman lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Choke does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman 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.#T2##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Randleman enables Choke to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Randleman manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Choke in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Choke with a flurry of punches that miss.
Randleman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Choke. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Randleman keeping full guard, as Choke tries to pass.
Choke with a flurry of punches that miss.
Choke trying to move into half guard but instead Randleman has managed to sweep!#REVB#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Choke looking for a guillotine here but Randleman defends easily.
Choke has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Choke has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Randleman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Randleman slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Choke.#T3#
Choke slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Choke is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Choke wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Choke escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randleman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Choke keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Choke is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Choke doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Randleman slips nicely into half guard.
Randleman controlling the action here.
Choke manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Choke has his foot on Randleman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Randleman works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Choke working for submissions but it's allowed Randleman to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Choke is looking to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Choke moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Choke half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Randleman slaps away a takedown attempt from Choke, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Choke gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choke shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Choke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Choke shoots in but Randleman avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Choke moves away.
Choke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman misses with a hook. Choke ducked under it nicely.
Choke changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Choke darts in looking for a takedown but Randleman gets double underhooks and turns Choke into the cage.
Despite the aggression on Randleman's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch.
No luck for Choke with that takedown attempt.
Randleman misses with a leg kick #TD#
so Choke counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Choke accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Choke wants to pass the guard but Randleman is keeping the position.
Randleman pulls Choke in to control the position.
Choke pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Randleman is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Choke has gone for a leg lock! Randleman slips out almost immediately though and dives into Choke's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Choke looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Randleman slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Choke is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Randleman is aware though and is defending well.#T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Choke is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB#
Choke drops back, looking for a kneebar! Randleman looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Randleman looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Randleman! #REVB#
Randleman takes a little break here. Choke wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Choke manages to get back to half guard.
Choke striking from the bottom. #SUB#
Choke looking for submissions off his back.
Choke strikes from the bottom but Randleman passes into mount! #T4#
Randleman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Choke can't escape the position.
Randleman tries to control but Choke wriggling away.
Choke can't escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Choke is working hard here to advance position.
Randleman content just to control the position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman 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!#R3#
Choke changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Randleman tries to avoid it but Choke manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Randleman to the ground. Randleman escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Choke walks into a stiff left hand from Randleman.
Randleman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Choke moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choke's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Randleman connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Choke scrambles back to his feet.#CL#
Choke takes the fight into the clinch.
Choke is looking for a takedown.#T1##BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Choke fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Randleman flicks out a counter leg kick but Choke steps away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Choke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Choke shoots in but Randleman avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A lazy body kick from Randleman #TD#
and Choke counters with a takedown into side control.
Randleman tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Randleman gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Choke is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Randleman is just riding it out for now. Choke eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Choke is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Choke trying to pass the guard but Randleman defending well.
Randleman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Choke looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Randleman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
Choke wants to free his trapped foot but Randleman is holding on for dear life with his legs.
David Choke overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Choke is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Randleman regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Choke.
Choke trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Randleman is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Choke throws a strike but Randleman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Choke isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Randleman stacks Choke on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Randleman!
Choke gets back to half guard.#T4#
Choke is pressing down on Randleman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Choke has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Randleman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Choke has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Randleman is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Choke.
Choke is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Randleman checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Randleman turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Randleman misses with a right hand #TD#
and Choke counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
Choke postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Randleman is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Choke, into his guard. #REVB#
Choke wants to hit a sweep here but Randleman passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Choke there!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Choke wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#T1#
Randleman keeps control of the position as Choke tries to break free.
Choke turns into Randleman and is now in his guard.
Randleman controlling the position.
Choke stands and throws Randleman's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Randleman is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Choke tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Choke has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Randleman tries to improve position but can't. #T2##SUB#
Choke tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Choke is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Randleman has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Choke is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Randleman knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Choke is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Randleman knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
Randleman is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Choke tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Choke has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Choke working the ground and pound but Randleman is defending the strikes. #SUB#
Choke tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Randleman wants to control but Choke postures up.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Choke tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Choke has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Choke is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Randleman knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Choke tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Choke has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman wants to control but Choke postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

David Choke had his way with Randy Randleman in that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Choke is looking to clinch.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Choke takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Choke misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Choke steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Choke is looking to counter the offense by Randleman and move into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman with the inside leg kick.
Randleman moves into range and connects with a jab. #T1#
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Choke manages to avoid it.
Choke wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Choke has his takedown stuffed
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand. #TD#
Randleman tries to sprawl but Choke drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Choke thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Randleman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Choke tries to free his leg and advance position but Randleman is retaining full guard.
Randleman looking for a sweep. Not yet Randleman, not yet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Choke accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Randleman is adopting a defensive guard.
Choke tries to free his leg and advance position but Randleman is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Choke thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Choke landing some decent shots from guard.
Choke postures up in Randleman's guard and throws a big left but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Choke.
Choke sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Randleman's guard.
Randleman wants to improve his position but Choke is controlling well. #T3#
Randleman wants to control but Choke is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Choke is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Choke sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Randleman defending well though.
Randleman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Choke wants to pass the guard but Randleman is keeping the position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Choke postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Randleman is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Choke, into his guard. #REVB#
Randy Randleman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Randleman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Choke has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Randleman has managed to get both his arms back between Choke's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Choke is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Randleman defends well.
Randleman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Choke throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
David Choke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Choke looking for subs off his back but Randleman has passed one foot through into half guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 46:49
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 46:49
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman is the new light heavyweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Randy Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SYN 984 Graves vs. Kilgore
Date: May 12, 2023

#R1#
Dinapoli defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
Dinapoli lands with an uppercut that bounces Randleman off the cage and back into range.
Dinapoli moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Dinapoli.
Randleman appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dinapoli cracks Randleman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Joe Dinapoli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dinapoli lands a slapping body shot.
Randleman takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dinapoli is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Randleman tries to keep at a distance but Dinapoli has taken the fight into the clinch.#T1##BC#
Randleman manages to break the clinch.
Dinapoli misses with an uppercut.
Dinapoli connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dinapoli misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dinapoli looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Good leg kick by Dinapoli.
A left lands for Dinapoli.
Dinapoli checks a low kick from Randleman.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dinapoli! But no joy.
Dinapoli takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T2#
Dinapoli throws a head kick but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman throws a low kick, looking for Dinapoli's leg but Dinapoli calmly moves out of range.
Dinapoli lands a jab to Randleman's midsection.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Dinapoli throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Dinapoli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Randleman lands a lovely overhand right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dinapoli connects with a nice looking jab.
Dinapoli dips to his left and cracks Randleman with an uppercut!
Dinapoli throws a leg kick that misses.
Randleman fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dinapoli just manages to avoid it.#T3#
Dinapoli misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dinapoli wants to clinch up but Randleman keeps it at a distance.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
Dinapoli moves away from the strike by Randleman.
Dinapoli throws a big shot that misses.
Dinapoli misses the shot to the body.
Dinapoli tries to land a leg kick but Randleman saw it coming and moves away.
Dinapoli misses with a body kick.
Dinapoli on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T4#
Dinapoli tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Randleman is able to avoid easily.
Dinapoli misses with the body kick#KD#
and Randleman counters with a nice right hand that sends Dinapoli toppling to the canvas! Dinapoli scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Randleman finish him?!#ROC#Dinapoli is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dinapoli leaves his chin hanging out and Randleman seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Dinapoli crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
A less than humble Randy Randleman misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Joe Dinapoli was interviewed post fight and said 'IQ 90, Heavy Hands, Fast Learner'.

Event: SYN Supernova XIII
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1#
Choke tries to close the distance and clinch but Randleman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Choke steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a hook. Choke ducked under it nicely.
Choke goes for a double leg but Randleman avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Randleman continues to drive forward.#CL2#
Choke moves into range and clinches up with Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman lands a body punch. #TD2#
Choke jumps guard.
Randleman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Randleman knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Choke on the ground.#SUB2#
Choke throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1##SUB2#
Randleman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Randleman controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Choke has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Randleman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Randleman tries to free his leg and advance position but Choke is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Choke escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randleman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Choke looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Choke escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randleman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Choke has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Randleman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Choke looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Randleman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Choke keeping full guard, as Randleman tries to pass. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Choke is on top in guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Choke postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Randleman has Choke pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Choke postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Randleman is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Choke, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Choke is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Randleman is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Randleman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Choke lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T4#
Choke tries to free his leg and advance position but Randleman is retaining full guard.
Choke keeps trying to improve his position.
Choke throws a strike but Randleman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Choke has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Randleman is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Choke.
Choke tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Randleman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Choke manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Choke not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Choke is trying to work for a kimura but Randleman is defending well. #SUB2#
Choke is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Randleman is just riding it out for now. Choke eventually gives up the hold.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

David Choke dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Choke fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Randleman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Choke stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Choke shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Randleman counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choke gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Randleman throws a body punch but Choke moves out of range.
Choke feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Randleman misses with a hook #TD2#
and Choke counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Randleman manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Choke keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #BC#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Choke is trying hard to land a takedown here. Randleman sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Choke manages to avoid it.
Randy Randleman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of David Choke.
Randleman misses with a straight right.
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Choke.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Choke changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Choke slips a jab from Randleman.#T2#
Randleman cracks Choke with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman misses with a looping right.
Randy Randleman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Choke shoots in looking for a takedown but Randleman manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Choke's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nice body kick from Randleman.
Randleman jabs Choke to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Choke is breathing heavily.
Randleman throws a shot to the body.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.#KD#
Randleman sends Choke crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Randleman is motioning to the referee to let Choke up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Choke is rocked!#CUT#It looks like David Choke has been cut.
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Choke sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Randleman. That's going to slow Choke down.
Choke shoots in for a takedown but Randleman shows good takedown defense.
Choke ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman misses the jab.
Choke chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Randleman can pounce on him.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Choke feints the counter takedown.
Choke ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T4#
Randleman moves into range and connects with a jab.
Randleman misses with a head kick.
Choke looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Choke takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Choke shoots for a double leg takedown but Randleman sprawls well. He's pushed Choke's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Randleman jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Randleman swings for the body but Choke moves out of range.
Randleman bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Choke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Choke feints the counter takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on David Choke's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3##TD2#
Choke closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Randleman trying to hold on to Choke's head to control him but Choke postures up. #SUB2#
Choke is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Choke looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Choke can do to turn this around?
Randleman is trying to control but can't. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman gets full guard.
Choke missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Randleman is controlling Choke's posture.
Choke working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Randleman's head.
Choke is looking to work some ground and pound but Randleman has wrist control.
Choke won't allow Randleman to sweep him here.
Choke postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Choke loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Randleman wants to sweep here but Choke controlling him for the moment.
Choke stands and throws Randleman's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Randleman defending against the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Choke goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Randleman has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Choke but great work by Randleman.
Choke manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Choke thows a huge punch but Randleman dodges it nicely.
Randleman tries to get to full guard but Choke has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Choke maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Randleman could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Choke has cracked it and Randleman is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). David Choke!
David Choke is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: SYN 971 Maluga vs. Lomax
Date: Mar 29, 2023

#R1#
Randleman misses with a low kick as Wolf jumps back.
Wolf replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Randleman blocks it well.
Wolf lands a nice leg kick that just misses Randleman's sensitive parts.
Good leg kick by Randleman.
A jab from Wolf misses.
Randleman is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Randleman blocks a jab.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolf looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Nice defenses there by Wolf.#T1#
Wolf throws a nice looking combination but Randleman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big right from Wolf misses.
A low kick from Randleman misses
and Wolf counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Wolf misses with the body kick
and Randleman counters with a body kick.
Wolf throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses.
Wolf shapes to counter with a head kick.
Randleman cracks Wolf with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT#It looks like Aaron Wolf has been cut.
Randleman connects with a leg kick. #T2#
Randleman works the jab nicely.
Wolf is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from Wolf misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman misses with a straight left.
Wolf looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
Randleman lands a slapping body shot. #T3#
Wolf throws a body kick that misses.
Randleman connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Wolf's hands.
Randleman misses with a hook.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Wolf checks it.
Wolf loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Randleman throws the left hand but Wolf avoids the punch easily.
Wolf misses with a double jab
and Randleman counters with a right hand to the body. #T4#
Wolf throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman swings widly with a right hand
letting Wolf counter with a right hand.
Wolf connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Randleman scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wolf fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Wolf misses with a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick from Randleman misses
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Randy Randleman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Aaron Wolf's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Wolf misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Randleman.
Randleman lands a jab.
Wolf swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Randleman 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.
Wolf takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wolf.
Wolf flicks out a counter leg kick but Randleman steps away.
Wolf lands a nice looking kick to the body. Randleman takes a step back to recover. #T1#
Randleman connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wolf bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wolf throws a body shot but no joy.
As Wolf backs away, Randleman returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Nice shot by Randleman.#CUT#That has opened up Aaron Wolf's cut even more.
Wolf throws a series of strikes that have Randleman backpedaling. #CUT2#It looks like Randy Randleman has been cut.
Wolf takes one to the chin there.#T2#
Wolf throws a good cross that connects.
Wolf throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Wolf misses.
Randleman lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wolf fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Randleman connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Wolf throws a lazy head kick
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T3#
Wolf throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Wolf looks to throw a body kick
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Wolf fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Randleman.
Wolf steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wolf.
Wolf missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Randleman with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wolf thuds his right hand into Randleman's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wolf throws a lazy head kick
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#The cut above Aaron Wolf's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Randleman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wolf. That did some damage!
Randleman lands with a thumping leg kick.
Wolf moves out of range of the body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Randleman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Wolf sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Randleman slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolf was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Wolf goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Wolf throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolf throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Randleman takes one to the chin there.
Randleman throws a sloppy head kick and Wolf moves out of range easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Randleman.
Wolf takes one on the button.#CUT#Aaron Wolf's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Wolf missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wolf throws a right and a left that both miss.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Wolf throws a sloppy head kick
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman retains his light heavyweight title!
After the fight, Randy Randleman 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.
Aaron Wolf was interviewed post fight and said 'Get Over Here ! '.

Event: C172: Taneyev vs Randleman
Date: Mar 12, 2023

#R1#
Randleman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Taneyev finds it's way round the side to connect with Randleman's head.
A low kick from Taneyev is predictable there
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman tries to move into range but Taneyev moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Taneyev cracks Randleman with a good jab.
Taneyev throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A jab lands there for Randleman.
Randleman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Taneyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A punch combination from Randleman misses.
We've been informed that Randleman 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.
Randleman connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Taneyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Randleman doesn't seem bothered though.
Randleman throws a hook but Taneyev avoids it easily.
Taneyev tried to counter with a leg kick but Randleman avoided it.
Randleman dips to his left and cracks Taneyev with an uppercut!
Taneyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Randleman doesn't seem bothered though.
Taneyev punishes Randleman's body with a nice straight punch.
Taneyev stuns Randleman with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A clash of legs there as Randleman blocks the low kick.
Randleman only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T2#
Taneyev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Randleman's head.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Taneyev is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Randleman is looking to slow Taneyev down with leg kicks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Taneyev throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman throws an off balance right hand
enabling Taneyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Taneyev connects with a nice looking jab.
Taneyev will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Taneyev is looking to slow Randleman down with leg kicks.
Taneyev misses with a kick to the body.
Randleman walks into a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Randleman finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Taneyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.#T4#
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Taneyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Randleman.
Taneyev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Taneyev looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman flicks out a counter leg kick but Taneyev steps away.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Randleman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Taneyev.
Taneyev scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Randleman thuds his right hand into Taneyev's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
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 Valentin Taneyev will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Taneyev ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Taneyev.
Taneyev throws a leg kick that misses.
Taneyev throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Taneyev throws a front kick that sends Randleman stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taneyev scoring well with a low kick there.
Randleman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Valentin Taneyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman misses with an uppercut
and Taneyev counters with a series of strikes. Randleman will be more careful next time no doubt. #T1#
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Taneyev saw that one coming.
Taneyev jabs at Randleman's body.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Taneyev's head but Taneyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slow jab from Taneyev misses its intended target.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Taneyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Taneyev slips a jab and a cross from Randleman. #T2#
Taneyev lands an overhand right.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Taneyev.
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Taneyev.
Randleman throws a poor cross that misses
and Taneyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Taneyev.
Taneyev backing away here, and Randleman unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T3#
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Taneyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Taneyev.
Taneyev backing away here, and Randleman unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Taneyev ducks down to avoid it.
Taneyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Taneyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Taneyev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Taneyev walks into a left hand.
Randleman misses with a kick to the body
and Taneyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Taneyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Taneyev throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Randleman.
Taneyev misses with a low kick.
Randleman throws a jab when Taneyev was well out of range.
Randleman scores with the left hand. Taneyev knows he should have avoided that one.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Taneyev ducks down to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Taneyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valentin Taneyev dominated that second round.
That's time! Taneyev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Taneyev looks to land a body kick but Randleman moved away.
Randleman feints a counter leg kick.
Randleman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Taneyev throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Taneyev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Taneyev throws a quick counter kick to the body but Randleman avoids it.
Randleman needs to keep his hands up - Taneyev had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a right and a left that both miss.
Taneyev misses with a body kick.
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Taneyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Randleman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Taneyev scores with the left hand. Randleman knows he should have avoided that one.
Randleman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Taneyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Randleman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T2#
Randleman swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Taneyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Taneyev lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#KD#
Taneyev lands a big right hand that sends Randleman crashing to the mat! Taneyev stays standing though and waves Randleman back to his feet!#ROC#Randleman is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sloppy strikes from Randleman. Those never looked like landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Taneyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Taneyev quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Randleman tries a low kick but Taneyev avoids it.
Randleman slips a jab and a cross from Taneyev.
Randleman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Taneyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Taneyev throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Taneyev looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
Taneyev misses with a leg kick.
Randleman tries a quick counter leg kick but Taneyev is wise to it.
Taneyev lands a nice shot that snaps Randleman's head back.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Taneyev.
Taneyev misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.#T4#
Taneyev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Randleman looks to land a right hand but Taneyev moved out of range.
Taneyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A big right from Taneyev misses.
Taneyev misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Taneyev thinking.
Randleman moves out of range of the strikes.
Taneyev connects with a single shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valentin Taneyev clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Taneyev throws a right hand that misses
and Taneyev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Taneyev misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice body kick from Randleman.
Randleman looks to throw a body kick
and Taneyev counters with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Taneyev throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T1#
Taneyev throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice jab there from Taneyev.
Randleman connects with a jab.
Taneyev connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Randleman lands with an uppercut that bounces Taneyev off the cage and back into range.
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Taneyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A clash of legs there as Randleman blocks the low kick.#T2#
Taneyev throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Taneyev misses with a looping right.
Taneyev moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRandleman.
Randleman lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Taneyev lands a jab to the nose.
Taneyev misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Taneyev saw that one coming.#T3#
Randleman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Taneyev lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A nice leg kick from Taneyev, right into the meat of the thigh.
Taneyev scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Taneyev slips under a jab.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Taneyev throws a body shot but no joy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.#T4#
Randleman scores with a jab to the jaw.
Randleman swings away with a body shot that misses
and Taneyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Randleman scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Taneyev moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Randleman looks to land a body kick but Taneyev moved away.
Taneyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Taneyev fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Randleman checks it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Valentin Taneyev will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Taneyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Taneyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
Randleman is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Taneyev with a body shot.
A low kick from Taneyev misses
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Randleman's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Taneyev throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Taneyev's head but Taneyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Taneyev thows a leg kick but Randleman checks it
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Taneyev misses with a hook.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Randleman.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Taneyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman misses with a head kick.
Randy Randleman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Taneyev 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.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Taneyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Taneyev misses with a jab, cross combination.
Taneyev is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Taneyev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Taneyev there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC2#Taneyev is rocked!
Taneyev misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with a crisp right that sends Taneyev to the canvas! Randleman follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
In his post fight interview, Randy Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SYN 960 Randleman vs. Dinapoli
Date: Feb 22, 2023

#R1#
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dinapoli.
Dinapoli misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Dinapoli does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
A slow jab from Dinapoli misses its intended target.
Dinapoli throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman jabs Dinapoli right on the nose. Dinapoli blinks but takes it well.
Dinapoli throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Dinapoli misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Dinapoli bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Randleman's head backwards.
Dinapoli ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Randleman lands a two punch combo.
Dinapoli throws the kick towards the body but Randleman avoids it.
Randleman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dinapoli throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Dinapoli throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dinapoli misses with a left hand
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A good leg kick by Randleman.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Randleman.#T2#
Dinapoli misses with a hook
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dinapoli throws out the jab.
A lazy body kick from Dinapoli
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Dinapoli throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Randleman defending well as Dinapoli loads up on a big left hand.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dinapoli.
Nice defenses there by Randleman.
Randleman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dinapoli misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
Randleman misses with a straight right.
It seemed like Dinapoli was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Joe Dinapoli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Randleman turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dinapoli lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dinapoli throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dinapoli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
Dinapoli lands a body shot.
Randleman lands a nice shot to the body.
Dinapoli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dinapoli throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman checks a low kick from Dinapoli.
Randleman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dinapoli misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with an outside leg kick.
Dinapoli lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dinapoli throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Dinapoli manages to avoid it.
Dinapoli throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dinapoli misses with a straight left.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dinapoli.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
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 Randy Randleman will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Dinapoli scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dinapoli throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Dinapoli ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dinapoli throws a solid leg kick but Randleman takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dinapoli.
A leg kick checked by Randleman.
Randleman swings away with a leg kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dinapoli throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dinapoli takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dinapoli misses the jab.
Randleman looks to land a body kick but Dinapoli moved away.#T1#
The fighters circling - Dinapoli throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dinapoli on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A nice leg kick from Randleman, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dinapoli tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Randleman is able to avoid easily.
Randleman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dinapoli uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Dinapoli counters with a straight right hand.
Dinapoli tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dinapoli throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
The fighters circling - Dinapoli throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
Nice jab there from Dinapoli.
A jab from Dinapoli misses.
Dinapoli tries a head kick but it misses.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Dinapoli if he has to take too many more of those.
Dinapoli tries to score with a low kick but Randleman moves his leg out of the way.
Randleman with the inside leg kick.
Dinapoli throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Dinapoli takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Dinapoli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dinapoli loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
A counter left hand to the body from Randleman misses its target.
Joe Dinapoli seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dinapoli misses with a looping left.
Randleman appears to be looking for a big counter.
Dinapoli with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Randleman connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dinapoli's hands.
Dinapoli lands a nice shot that snaps Randleman's head back.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
Dinapoli throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Dinapoli throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.#T4#
Randleman takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Randleman scores with a leg kick.
Randleman throws a leg kick which misses Dinapoli's front leg but catches the back leg as Dinapoli tries to avoid it.
Dinapoli's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dinapoli with a hook.
Dinapoli takes a kick to the side of the head.
Donk. Dinapoli catches Randleman right on the button with a cross.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman takes one to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Dinapoli showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Randleman moves away from the strike by Dinapoli.
Dinapoli throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Dinapoli blocks the leg kick.
Dinapoli flicks out a counter leg kick but Randleman steps away.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dinapoli throws a big shot that misses.
Dinapoli throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Dinapoli off balance momentarily.
Dinapoli lands a body shot.
Dinapoli rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Dinapoli really felt that one!#T1#
Dinapoli throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dinapoli.
Dinapoli looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Dinapoli throws a push kick but Randleman slaps the foot to one side.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Dinapoli saw that one coming.
Randleman slips a jab from Dinapoli.
Randleman feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Dinapoli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dinapoli cracks Randleman with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Randleman.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Dinapoli tries to land a body kick
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Dinapoli takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dinapoli catches Randleman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Randleman slips under a jab from Dinapoli.
Randleman looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Dinapoli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Randleman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dinapoli throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dinapoli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Randleman tries to land a body kick
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Randleman misses with a hook. Dinapoli ducked under it nicely.
Dinapoli rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dinapoli takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dinapoli throws a head kick that half lands.
Randleman connects with an inside leg kick.
Dinapoli thuds a left hand into Randleman's body.
Dinapoli digs a good hook to Randleman's body.
Dinapoli misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dinapoli avoids a kick to the body. #T4#
Randleman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dinapoli finds it's way round the side to connect with Randleman's head.
Dinapoli scores with a nice strike.
A big right from Dinapoli misses.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dinapoli, as that shot connected.
Randleman lands a jab.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Dinapoli.
Dinapoli misses the jab.
Dinapoli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Dinapoli really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Randleman bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Dinapoli cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dinapoli misses with a hook.
It appears Randleman was looking to counter with a kick there.
Dinapoli pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dinapoli throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dinapoli takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dinapoli attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dinapoli avoids the body shot from Randleman.
Randleman slips a jab from Dinapoli.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Dinapoli misses with a body shot
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dinapoli throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Dinapoli scoring well with a low kick there.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dinapoli.
Dinapoli takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dinapoli with a nice cross.
Randleman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dinapoli. Dinapoli obviously looking to wear him down.
Randleman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T2#
Dinapoli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dinapoli counters with a straight right hand.
Dinapoli misses with a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#Dinapoli is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dinapoli throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Dinapoli is still on wobbly legs! Can Randleman finish him?
Dinapoli is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Randleman throws a shot to the body.
Dinapoli seems to have recovered his senses.
Dinapoli looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Randleman connects with a crisp jab.
Dinapoli misses with an uppercut.
Dinapoli misses with a straight right.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Randleman cracks Dinapoli with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:10 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman retains his light heavyweight title!
Randy Randleman bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Joe Dinapoli spoke after the fight, saying 'IQ 90, Heavy Hands, Fast Learner'.

Event: SYN 954 Krylov vs. Randleman 4
Date: Jan 29, 2023

#R1#
Randleman slips under a jab from Krylov.
Krylov throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Boris Krylov has been cut.
Krylov moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Krylov to score with a decent uppercut.
Krylov throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman throws a wild body kick that Krylov sees coming a mile off.
Krylov with a jab.
Krylov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Randleman checks the leg kick.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Krylov looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Boris Krylov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Krylov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Randleman bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Krylov lands the left hand.
Krylov loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Krylov misses with a wild body shot.
Krylov throws a series of punches but Randleman avoids them all with ease.
Randleman thinks about the counter body kick.
Krylov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Randleman on the side of the head.
Krylov misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've been informed that Randleman 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.
Krylov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Krylov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Randleman has time to react.
Krylov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A solid leg kick lands there for Randleman.
Krylov 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.
Krylov scores with a sloppy right hand. Randleman should have avoided that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Krylov with a nice cross.
Krylov throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Krylov throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Randleman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Krylov throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Krylov cracks Randleman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Krylov misses with a jab to the body
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Krylov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Krylov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Randleman throws a jab but it's blocked by Krylov.
Krylov throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Krylov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Randleman. That did some damage!
Krylov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Randleman under the eye.#T3#
Nice cross by Krylov.
Krylov throws a right and a left that Randleman avoids nicely.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Krylov lands a right hook to the body.
Randleman fakes the leg kick and cracks Krylov in the body.
Randleman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Krylov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Krylov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Krylov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Krylov misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters circling - Krylov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Krylov misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Krylov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Randleman releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T4#
Krylov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Krylov throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A jab from Krylov misses.
Krylov throws a head kick that misses
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#Boris Krylov's cut is getting worse.
Krylov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Krylov ducks down to avoid it.
Krylov slips a straight right by Randleman.
Krylov throws a head kick that misses
and Randleman counters with a left to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Krylov misses with an uppercut.
Randleman misses with a hook.
Jab, jab by Krylov - just one landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Krylov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Boris Krylov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Krylov jabs Randleman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Randleman slips a straight right by Krylov.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Randleman is looking to land body kicks.
Randleman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A looping hook to the body misses from Krylov. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Krylov. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Krylov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Krylov misses with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a thumping low kick.
Nice defenses there by Krylov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Krylov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Krylov swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Krylov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A bone on bone clash there as Randleman blocks the leg kick. #T1#
Krylov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Krylov throws a hook but Randleman avoids it easily.
The crowd cheers as Randleman lands an impressive looking overhand right. Krylov doesn't seem phased though.
Krylov misses the jab.
Krylov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRandleman.
Randleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Krylov counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Krylov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Krylov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Randleman blocks a jab.
Krylov misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Krylov thinking.
Randleman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Krylov sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Krylov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Krylov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Krylov looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Krylov lands a jab to Randleman's midsection.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Krylov ducks down to avoid it.
A big right from Krylov misses.
Randleman feints a counter leg kick.
Krylov throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Krylov just misses with a punch to the body.
Krylov throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab lands there for Krylov.
Randleman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Krylov takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T3#
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Krylov walks into a stiff left hand from Randleman.
Krylov misses the shot to the body.
Krylov thows a leg kick but Randleman checks it
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#Boris Krylov's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Krylov connects with a nice looking jab.
Krylov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
A jab lands there for Krylov.
Krylov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Randleman. Randleman obviously looking to wear him down.
Krylov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Krylov throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Krylov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Krylov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Randleman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Krylov throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T4#
Krylov throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Krylov thinking.
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!
Krylov throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
Krylov looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Randleman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Randleman moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Krylov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a right hand to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Krylov. Those never looked like landing.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Krylov.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boris Krylov is winning the standup battle so far.
Krylov misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Krylov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slow jab from Krylov misses its intended target.
Krylov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRandleman.
Nice body punch from Krylov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Krylov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Boris Krylov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Krylov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Krylov misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Randleman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Krylov scores with a leg kick.
Krylov misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A nice leg kick from Randleman, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a jab when Krylov was well out of range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Randleman might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Krylov has got the better of the exchanges.
Krylov looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Krylov swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Krylov cracks Randleman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Randleman moves out of range as Krylov strikes.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Krylov takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Randleman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Krylov misses with a body punch
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Randleman staying out of range there.
Randleman steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Krylov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good exchange - Krylov coming out on top.
Krylov walks into a jab.
Krylov throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#Krylov is rocked!#CUT2#Jeez, Boris Krylov's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Krylov swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with an outside leg kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Krylov lands an overhand right.
Nice uppercut lands for Krylov. That snapped Randleman's head back. #T2#
Randleman staying out of range there.
Randleman throws a fast counter high kick but Krylov manages to duck under it in time.
Krylov throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slow jab from Krylov misses its intended target.
Randleman checks a leg kick.
Krylov throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Randleman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Randleman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Krylov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Krylov manages to avoid it.
Randleman needs to keep his hands up - Krylov had a free shot at his head there.
Krylov lands the left hand.
Krylov clobbers Randleman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Krylov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Krylov looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Randleman throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Randleman slips under a jab from Krylov.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Krylov loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Krylov throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
A combination from Randleman does no damage.
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Krylov slips the punch.
Krylov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Randleman just manages to avoid it.
Krylov swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Krylov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Krylov swings widly with a right hand
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman is the new light heavyweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Randy Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SYN 948 Garuda vs. Krylov
Date: Jan 08, 2023

#R1#
Torsten misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
A left and a right from Torsten both land. Nice combination.
Torsten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Torsten takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Torsten throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Baldur Torsten has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman takes one on the button.
Torsten pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Torsten throws a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Randleman throws the left hand but Torsten avoids the punch easily.
Randleman slips under a jab from Torsten.
Randleman moves out of range as Torsten throws a body kick.
A shot to the body from Torsten misses
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Torsten takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Torsten swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've been informed that Randleman 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.
Randleman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Torsten throws a low kick but Randleman avoids it.
Randleman tries a quick counter leg kick but Torsten is wise to it.
Torsten bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T2#
Randleman scores with a sloppy right hand. Torsten should have avoided that one.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Torsten takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It looked like Torsten was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Randleman.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Torsten.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Randleman shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Torsten connects with a solid leg kick.
Randleman stuns Torsten with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A head kick by Randleman misses
and Torsten counters with a nice leg kick.
Torsten uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randleman.#T3#
Torsten scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Torsten tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Torsten thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Randleman if he has to take too many more of those.
A clash of legs there as Torsten blocks the low kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Torsten.
Torsten looks to land a combination but Randleman avoids it well.
Randleman throws a hook but Torsten avoids it easily.
Torsten walks into a straight right hand from Randleman.#T4#
Torsten swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Randleman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Torsten finds it's way round the side to connect with Randleman's head.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Torsten throws a sloppy head kick and Randleman moves out of range easily.
A shot to the liver by Randleman. Beautiful body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Torsten off balance momentarily.
Randleman lunges at Torsten with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Torsten's hand.
Randleman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Torsten steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Randy Randleman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Baldur Torsten's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick.
Torsten throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Torsten tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Randleman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Torsten moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Torsten quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Torsten misses with a double jab
and Randleman makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Torsten really felt that one!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Torsten misses with a low kick.
Randleman counters with a body kick.
Torsten throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Randleman swings widly with a right hand
and Torsten counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Torsten looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Randleman thows a leg kick but Torsten checks it
and Torsten counters with a good low kick that Randleman was not able to check.
Randleman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Torsten throws a nice inside leg kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Randleman in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Torsten misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a nice body shot.
Torsten misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
Torsten thows a leg kick but Randleman checks it
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randy Randleman seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Torsten.
Torsten takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CUT2#Baldur Torsten's cut is getting worse.
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on Torsten's shoulder, as Torsten tries to avoid the shot.
Torsten thows a leg kick but Randleman checks it
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Torsten finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
And Randleman responds with a good body kick, but Torsten manages to step out the way in time.
Torsten throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a solid body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Torsten looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T3#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Torsten 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 Randleman has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Randleman and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Torsten throws a nice outside leg kick.
Randleman cracks a nice hook into Torsten's ribs.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Randleman just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromTorsten.
Torsten darts in trying to clinch
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
Randleman swings for the body but Torsten moves out of range. #T4#
Randleman steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Torsten. That one must have hurt.
Torsten with a nice calf kick.
Torsten misses with a hook to the body
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Torsten throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Torsten misses with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
Randleman blocks the body kick.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman lands with an overhand left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Baldur Torsten's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Torsten swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Torsten on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT2#Baldur Torsten's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Randleman checks a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Randleman throws a hook but Torsten avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Torsten rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#Jeez, Baldur Torsten's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Torsten ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T1#
A low kick from Torsten misses
and Randleman counters with a good low kick that Torsten was not able to check.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Torsten throws the kick towards the body but Randleman avoids it.
Randleman lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Torsten takes one to the chin there.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Randy Randleman!
A very excited looking Randy Randleman 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: SYN 944 Maluga vs. Leifsson V
Date: Dec 18, 2022

#R1#
Randleman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Garuda seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Garuda scoring well with a low kick there.
Garuda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Garuda misses with a left hand
letting Randleman counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Mantak Garuda has been cut.
Randleman gets off balance looking for a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Garuda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Garuda swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garuda goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Randleman checks a leg kick nicely.
Randleman misses with a head kick.
Garuda thinks about countering with a body kick.#T1#
Garuda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Garuda throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Randleman tries a quick counter leg kick but Garuda is wise to it.
Garuda throws a leg kick but Randleman checks it.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Garuda looks to throw a body kick
and Garuda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Garuda bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Garuda connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Garuda throws a body shot but no joy.
Garuda throws a predictable looking body shot
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Randleman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Randleman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mantak Garuda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Garuda throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Randleman 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.
Garuda scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Garuda.
Garuda thumps Randleman with a low kick.
Randleman takes one on the button.
Garuda scores with a shot to the body. #T3#
Garuda misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Garuda throws a leg kick that misses.
Randleman misses with a hook.
Randleman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Garuda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Garuda stuns Randleman with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Randleman chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Garuda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.#T4#
Garuda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Garuda lands with a kick to the ribs. #KD#
Garuda lands a big uppercut and Randleman crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Randleman looks OK. Garuda waves Randleman back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Garuda walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Randleman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And Randleman responds with a good body kick, but Garuda manages to step out the way in time.
Randleman has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Garuda.
Garuda throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#Mantak Garuda's cut is getting worse.
Garuda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Randleman throws out a counter right but Garuda avoids it with no problem.
Garuda slips under a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mantak Garuda dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mantak Garuda's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Randleman lands with a thumping leg kick.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Garuda moves away.
Garuda throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Randleman throws a counter combo.
Garuda lands with a good body shot.
Randleman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Garuda. Garuda obviously looking to wear him down.
Mantak Garuda is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab lands there for Garuda.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Randleman's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Good leg kick by Garuda.
Garuda lands a glancing blow to the side of Randleman's head.#T1#
Garuda lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Garuda is out of range.
Garuda swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Garuda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Garuda swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Garuda misses with a wild body shot.
Nice body kick from Garuda.
A jab from Randleman misses.
Garuda throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Garuda works Randleman's body with a nice hook.
Randleman is breathing heavily.#KD#
Garuda cracks Randleman with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Garuda has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Randleman to stand back up!#ROC#Randleman is rocked!#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman leaves his chin hanging out and Garuda seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Randleman crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mantak Garuda!
Mantak Garuda decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SYN 941 CDB vs. Hoost
Date: Dec 04, 2022

#R1#
Randleman throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CUT2#It looks like Aaron Wolf has been cut.
Wolf checks a low kick from Randleman.
Wolf throws a jab but it's blocked by Randleman.
Randleman throws a good cross that connects.
Wolf looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Wolf misses with a jab to the body
and Randleman counters with a low kick, right behind Wolf 's knee.
We've been informed that Randleman 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.
Wolf tries to move into range but Randleman moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Randleman punishes Wolf's body with a nice straight punch.
Randleman throws a low kick but it's checked well by Wolf.
Wolf is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Wolf takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T1#
Wolf takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wolf blocks a jab.
Wolf feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Wolf ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wolf swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Wolf looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Wolf fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Randleman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wolf throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Randleman throws a counter combo.
Wolf swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wolf looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Randleman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Wolf off balance momentarily.
Wolf wants to slow Randleman down by chopping away at his legs.
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Randleman. Wolf shrugs it off though.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Wolf is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolf was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Wolf seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Wolf misses with a leg kick
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#Aaron Wolf's cut is getting worse.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman throws a half hearted mid kick.
Randleman scores with the left hand. Wolf knows he should have avoided that one. #T3#
Wolf throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Randleman pushes Wolf away with a front kick.#KD2#
Randleman lands a big head kick that sends Wolf tumbling to the mat! Randleman takes a step backwards and waves Wolf back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#Aaron Wolf's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Randleman engages and cracks Wolf with a massive lead left hook - Wolf tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Randleman is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
After the fight, Randy Randleman 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.
In defeat, Aaron Wolf stepped up to the mic, saying 'Get Over Here ! '.

Event: SYN 937 Randleman vs. Torsten
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
Randleman missing with a left hand there. Torsten was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman misses with a low kick as Torsten jumps back.
A little jabbing left from Torsten on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Torsten on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Torsten ducks right into an uppercut from Randleman.
Torsten throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Randleman on the side of the head.
Torsten is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Randleman misses its target.
Randleman throws a quick inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Torsten tries to work over Randleman's front leg with a kick but Randleman checks it.
Torsten takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Torsten moves out of range as Randleman throws a body kick.
Torsten ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.#T1#
Randleman throws a sloppy body shot
and Torsten counters with a nice kick to the body.
Randleman throws a low kick but Torsten avoids it.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and Torsten counters with a nice body shot.
Torsten misses with an attempted mid kick.
Randleman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jab from Torsten.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Torsten misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Torsten. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman misses with a hook. Torsten ducked under it nicely.
An inside leg kick lands from Torsten.
Randleman jabs Torsten to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The fighters circling - Torsten throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Torsten misses with a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Baldur Torsten has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Torsten loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Randleman scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Randleman is looking to score with low kicks.
It seemed like Torsten was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Torsten throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Torsten manages to avoid it.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Torsten.
Torsten misses with a looping left.
Torsten looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Torsten saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Torsten! But no joy.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Torsten counters with a slapping leg kick.
Randleman wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Randleman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T3#
Randleman throws a nice outside leg kick.
Randleman scores with a push kick.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Torsten misses with a looping left.
Randleman scores with a crisp jab that stopped Torsten in his tracks.
Torsten lands a leg kick that knocks Randleman off balance momentarily.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Torsten manages to avoid it.
Torsten looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Torsten's head but Torsten sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A swing and a miss from Torsten.
Randleman throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Torsten throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Randleman smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Torsten throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman scores with a decent looking hook.
Randleman misses with a jab to the body
and Torsten finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Torsten saw that one coming.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Torsten crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Randleman - the referee stops the clock and Torsten gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Randleman. Torsten manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Torsten takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Randleman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Torsten misses the jab.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Torsten off balance momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Baldur Torsten's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Torsten finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Torsten might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Randleman has got the better of the exchanges.
Torsten scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Randleman doesn't seem bothered though.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Torsten swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman throws a head kick that half lands.
Torsten scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Randleman doesn't seem bothered though.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Torsten can do to turn this around?
Torsten throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman is looking to slow Torsten down with leg kicks.
Randleman scores with a leg kick.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Torsten's head but Torsten sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Torsten defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Torsten misses with a looping left.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Torsten off balance momentarily.
Randleman throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Torsten finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Torsten jabs at Randleman's body.
Torsten takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Randleman throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Torsten finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Nice defenses there by Randleman.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Torsten was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Randleman scores with a body shot.
Torsten keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Torsten looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T2#
Randleman checks a leg kick.
Randleman throws an off balance right hand
and Torsten counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Torsten slips under a jab.
Randleman tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Torsten is able to avoid easily.
Nice defenses there by Torsten.
Torsten counters with a body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Randleman swats away the attempt to clinch by Torsten.
Torsten throws out a leg kick but Randleman moves out of range and Torsten only half commits.
Torsten moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Randleman lands a lovely overhand right.#T3#
Randleman 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.
Torsten bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#CL2#
Torsten moves into the clinch successfully.
A right hand to the body from Torsten.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A short left from Torsten.
A nice right hand lands inside from Torsten.
A body shot lands from Torsten.
Torsten lands a left hand that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Torsten is working Randleman over against the cage.
Torsten lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Randleman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Torsten goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Torsten scores with a shoulder strike.
Torsten lands a body punch in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Torsten can't find room to land a body shot as Randleman controls the action.
Torsten lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
Torsten tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Randleman's elbow.
Torsten tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Randleman's elbow.
Torsten throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Torsten works on Randleman's body with a couple of short punches.
Torsten doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Torsten lands a right hand that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Torsten misses with some punches.
Torsten misses with a hook to the ribs.
Randleman blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Torsten.
Torsten tries a body shot but Randleman blocks it.
Torsten lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Torsten.
Torsten has a couple of punches blocked by Randleman.
Torsten struggles to land a body shot inside as Randleman controls his hands.
Randleman blocks a body shot from Torsten. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Randleman 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.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Baldur Torsten showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Baldur Torsten's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Randleman misses with a hook.
Torsten feints a counter leg kick.
Torsten ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Torsten throws a wild body kick that Randleman sees coming a mile off.
Torsten is looking to land body kicks.
Torsten tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Torsten misses with a straight right.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Torsten ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It seemed like Torsten was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Torsten checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Randleman misses.
And Torsten responds with a good body kick, but Randleman manages to step out the way in time.
Torsten fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Torsten throws a nice outside leg kick.
Torsten bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Torsten throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
Torsten misses with a hook.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Torsten.
A big left from Torsten misses.
Randleman is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick.
Randleman throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Torsten counter with a right hand.
Torsten throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Torsten lands a nice looking kick to the body. Randleman takes a step back to recover.
Randleman tests Torsten's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Randleman 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 Torsten has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Torsten and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Randleman swings widly with a right hand
and Torsten counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Torsten is out of range.
Torsten scores with a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
Torsten throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Torsten does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Torsten. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman walks forward, straight into a front kick from Torsten.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Torsten scores with a nice body kick.
Randleman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Torsten lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T3#
Torsten lands a right hook to the body.
Torsten moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice body punch from Torsten.
Torsten looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Torsten punishes Randleman's body with a nice straight punch.
Randleman blocks a jab.
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #KD2#
Torsten lands a left and a right that send Randleman crashing to the mat, dazed. Torsten thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Torsten looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Randleman slips a jab from Torsten.
Randleman misses with a looping left.#T4#
Torsten ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Randleman is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Randleman scores with a jab to the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Torsten looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Torsten.
Torsten steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Torsten counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Torsten is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Randleman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Baldur Torsten really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Baldur Torsten's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Torsten takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Randleman thuds his shin into the meat of Torsten's side.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Torsten ducks down to avoid it.
Torsten swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Torsten scores with a jab.
Randleman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Randleman thuds his right hand into Torsten's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Torsten wants to land a leg kick but Randleman is out of range.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman scores with a leg kick.
Torsten checks a leg kick. #T1#
Torsten lands an overhand right.
Torsten lands with a kick to the ribs.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Randleman with a nice calf kick.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Randleman thumps Torsten with a low kick.
Randleman will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Torsten scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Some wild striking there from Torsten.
Torsten digs a good body shot into Randleman's ribs.
Torsten moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2#
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Randleman throws a hook but Torsten blocks it.
Randleman throws an off balance right hand
letting Torsten counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman misses with a jab to the body
and Torsten counters with an outside leg kick.
A low kick from Randleman misses
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Randleman avoids the head kick by Torsten.
Torsten displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Randleman throws out the jab.
Torsten follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
An inside leg kick lands from Randleman.
Torsten misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Torsten ducks down to avoid it.
Torsten throws the kick towards the body but Randleman avoids it.#T3#
Randleman connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Torsten momentarily.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman misses the jab.
Torsten takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Randleman defending well as Torsten loads up on a big left hand.
As Torsten looks to move away, Randleman throws a big counter combo but Torsten just gets out of the way.
Torsten on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Randleman swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Torsten counter with a right hand.
Torsten throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with an inside leg kick.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Torsten checks it.
Randleman plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T4#
Torsten takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Randleman throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Torsten counters with a good, hard body kick but Randleman shrugs it off.
Randleman lands a nice looking body kick.
Torsten lands a right hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Torsten staying out of range there.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Torsten.
Torsten moves out of range of the body kick from Randleman.
Torsten with a nice calf kick.
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Torsten shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Baldur Torsten will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Baldur Torsten's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Randleman feints and then cracks Torsten's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Torsten down.
Randleman checks the leg kick nicely there.
A chopping leg kick lands by Torsten.
Torsten is looking to clinch.
Jab, jab by Randleman - just one landing.
A low kick lands for Randleman.
Torsten steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
A little jabbing left from Torsten on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman throws a predictable looking body shot
and Torsten counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a solid leg kick but Torsten takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Randleman.
Torsten wants to slow Randleman down by chopping away at his legs.
Randleman misses with a hook. Torsten ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Torsten lands with a nice body punch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Randleman. That's going to slow Torsten down.
Torsten fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Randleman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Torsten throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Torsten moves away from the strike by Randleman.
A solid body kick from Randleman.
Torsten on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Torsten.
Good work by Torsten as he checks the leg kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Torsten misses.
Torsten on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Randy Randleman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Torsten bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Torsten lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A jab lands there for Randleman.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Torsten takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The fighters circle momentarily. Randleman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nice body kick from Randleman.
Randleman misses the jab.
Randleman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Randleman throws a chopping leg kick but Torsten manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Torsten checks a leg kick.
Torsten punishes Randleman's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
A big right from Randleman misses.
Randleman fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Torsten counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jab, jab by Randleman - just one landing.
Torsten avoids the body shot from Randleman.
Torsten throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Randleman thumps Torsten with a low kick.
Randleman will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Randleman.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Torsten was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Torsten slips a straight right by Randleman.#T4#
Randleman scores with a jab to the body.
Torsten dips to his left and cracks Randleman with an uppercut!
Torsten throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Torsten takes one on the button.
Torsten thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Randleman if he has to take too many more of those.
Good standup being displayed there by Torsten as he connects with a hook.
Baldur Torsten is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Torsten feints and then cracks Randleman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Randleman down.
Randleman scores with a leg kick.
Torsten wants to clinch up but Randleman keeps it at a distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Randy Randleman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Torsten has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Baldur Torsten!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Baldur Torsten!
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Baldur Torsten!

Baldur Torsten wins by unanimous decision!
Baldur Torsten is the new light heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Baldur Torsten thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SYN 935 Randleman vs. Dionisy
Date: Oct 26, 2022

#R1#
Dionisy throws a predictable looking body shot
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dionisy misses with a hook to the body
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Good exchange - Dionisy coming out on top.
A jab from Randleman finds it's way through Dionisy's defenses.
Dionisy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dionisy replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Randleman blocks it well.
Dionisy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Dionisy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Randleman avoids the head kick by Dionisy.
Randleman throws a leg kick
and Dionisy counters with a left to the body.
Randleman throws a hook but Dionisy blocks it.
Dionisy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dionisy misses with a body shot.
Randleman tried to counter with a leg kick but Dionisy avoided it.
Dionisy misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Dionisy 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dionisy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little jabbing left from Dionisy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Dionisy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dionisy ducks right into an uppercut from Randleman.
Randleman scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Randleman throws a nice outside leg kick.
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Dionisy throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
Dionisy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Dionisy swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dionisy motions for Randleman to come forward. Dionisy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Dionisy is out of range.
It seemed like Dionisy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Dionisy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Randleman scores with a push kick.
Dionisy moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Dionisy walks forward, straight into a front kick from Randleman.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman digs a good hook to Dionisy's body.
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick from Dionisy.
Dionisy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Randleman connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Randleman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Dionisy can pounce on him.
Randleman scoring well with a low kick there.
Dionisy misses with the body kick
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Dionisy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dionisy.
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Randleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Randleman throws a nice outside leg kick.
Dionisy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
Dionisy misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Dionisy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dionisy counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Dionisy looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming. #T4#
Dionisy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Randleman lands with a right hand.
A jab lands there for Randleman.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman misses with a hook. Dionisy ducked under it nicely.
Dionisy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Randleman bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dionisy's head backwards.
Dionisy throws a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Randleman misses with a straight left.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dionisy blocks a leg kick.
Dionisy is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Randleman throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Randleman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
It seemed like Dionisy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Randleman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dionisy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dionisy swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Dionisy might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Randleman has got the better of the exchanges.
Randleman connects with a crisp jab.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dionisy.
Randleman jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dionisy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses
and Dionisy makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Dionisy checks the leg kick.
A head kick misses from Dionisy. #T1#
Randleman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dionisy misses with a hook.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dionisy slips a jab from Randleman.
Dionisy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
A jab lands there for Randleman.
Dionisy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Randleman.
Dionisy misses with a low kick.
Dionisy avoids a kick to the body.
Dionisy throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dionisy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Randleman pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dionisy is out of range and Randleman settles back down.
Dionisy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Dionisy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dionisy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Dionisy counters with a nice low kick that buckles Randleman's knee momentarily.
Randleman scores with the left hand. Dionisy knows he should have avoided that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Randleman!
Dionisy misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman throws a jab but it's blocked by Dionisy.
Dionisy throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Dionisy connects with a leg kick.
Randleman lands a front kick.
Randleman clobbers Dionisy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Dionisy checks the leg kick.
Randleman throws a nice head kick!
Dionisy blocks a head kick by Randleman.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dionisy.
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dionisy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Dionisy slips under a jab from Randleman.
Randleman scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Randleman lands a nice looking body shot.
Good leg kick by Randleman.
Dionisy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Randleman throws out the jab.
Randleman 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.#T4#
Randleman drops his hands momentarily and Dionisy takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Randleman throws a head kick that half lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dionisy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dionisy tries to land a body kick
and Randleman counters with a good low kick that Dionisy was not able to check.
Dionisy avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Dionisy takes one to the side of the head.
Randleman misses with a straight right.
Dionisy slips under a jab from Randleman.
Dionisy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That kick from Randleman tenderised Dionisy's leg. Dionisy is trying to keep his angry face on.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Randleman delivers a nice body kick.
Dionisy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Randleman throws a hook but Dionisy blocks it.
Dionisy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Dionisy staying out of range there.
Jab, jab by Dionisy - just one landing.
Dionisy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Randleman cracks Dionisy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dionisy ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
A jab from Randleman misses.
A big right from Randleman misses. #T1#
Randleman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dionisy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dionisy blocks a low kick nicely.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dionisy moves away.
Dionisy misses with an uppercut
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Dionisy misses with the body kick
and Randleman counters with a left to the body.
Randleman scores with a head kick.
Dionisy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dionisy looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman catches Dionisy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dionisy throws out a leg kick but Randleman moves out of range and Dionisy only half commits.
Dionisy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T2#
Dionisy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Randleman blocks the body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Randleman misses.
Randleman lands a nice looking body kick.
Dionisy throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
A nice combination there by Randleman.
Dionisy has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Randleman.
Dionisy moves away from the strike by Randleman.
Randleman fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dionisy.
Dionisy tries to clinch but Randleman moves away
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Randleman scores with a sloppy right hand. Dionisy should have avoided that one. #T3#
Randleman scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Randleman swats away the attempt to clinch by Dionisy.
Randleman misses with an uppercut
and Dionisy counters with a nice low kick that buckles Randleman's knee momentarily.
Dionisy sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Randleman 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 Dionisy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Dionisy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Dionisy let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice cross by Randleman.
Dionisy is looking to clinch.
Dionisy slips a straight right by Randleman.
Dionisy slips a jab from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Dionisy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Dionisy fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Randleman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dionisy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Randleman can pounce on him.
Randleman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dionisy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Dionisy avoids the body shot from Randleman.
Randleman scores with a leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Randleman, as that shot connected.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dionisy can do to turn this around?
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dionisy. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice straight punches there by Randleman. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Randleman.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman clearly takes 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.#R4#
Randleman throws a right hand that misses
and Dionisy makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Dionisy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Randleman is looking to counter with a body kick.
Dionisy looks to land a body kick but Randleman moved away.
Randleman avoids a kick to the body.
Nice shot by Randleman.
Randleman tries a low kick but Dionisy avoids it.
Dionisy misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Dionisy off balance momentarily.
Randleman misses with a straight right.
Dionisy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Randleman.
Dionisy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Randleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Dionisy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A head kick misses from Randleman.
Dionisy flicks out a counter leg kick but Randleman steps away.
Dionisy staying out of range there.
Randleman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dionisy moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Dionisy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dionisy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Dionisy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Dionisy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A left lands for Randleman.
Randleman fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dionisy.#T2#
Dionisy just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dionisy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dionisy throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Dionisy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Randleman pushes Dionisy away with a front kick.
Randleman throws a half hearted mid kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Randleman, as that shot connected.
Randleman lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
Dionisy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Randleman scores with a nice right hand.
Randleman lands with a nice body punch.
Some bone on bone action there as Dionisy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Randleman bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dionisy's head backwards.
Dionisy cracks Randleman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dionisy counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Randleman lands with a hook. Dionisy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dionisy scores with a jab to the jaw.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman misses with a hook. Dionisy ducked under it nicely.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Dionisy.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dionisy checks the leg kick nicely there.
It seemed like Dionisy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Dionisy.
Randleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Dionisy counters with a left and a right that stings Randleman.
Randleman digs a good body shot into Dionisy's ribs.
Nice uppercut there from Dionisy.
Dionisy throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Dionisy misses with a looping right.
Randleman lands with a thumping leg kick.
A good leg kick by Dionisy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman had his way with Cerberus Dionisy in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Randleman throws a low kick, looking for Dionisy's leg but Dionisy calmly moves out of range.
Randleman thuds his shin into the meat of Dionisy's side.
Randleman lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dionisy's sensitive parts.
A leg kick checked by Dionisy.
Dionisy throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and moves out of range.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dionisy.
Dionisy throws a body kick that misses
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Dionisy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a sloppy head kick and Dionisy moves out of range easily.
Randleman is looking to score with low kicks.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Dionisy is out of range.
Randleman misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T1#
Dionisy scores with a leg kick.
Randleman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Randleman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Randleman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dionisy.
Jab by Dionisy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dionisy.
Dionisy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Randleman jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
A nice leg kick from Randleman, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dionisy slips under a jab.
Randleman throws a low kick but Dionisy moves out of range easily. #T2#
Dionisy sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dionisy throws a body kick that misses
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Cerberus Dionisy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dionisy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Randleman throws out the jab.
Randleman moves out of range as Dionisy strikes.
Dionisy throws a wild body kick that Randleman sees coming a mile off.
Randleman connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dionisy momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dionisy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Randleman digs a good body shot into Dionisy's ribs.
Randleman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dionisy. That did some damage!#T3#
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Dionisy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dionisy misses with a body kick.
Randleman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dionisy.
Randleman misses with the body kick
and Dionisy makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Randleman lands a jab to the nose.
Decent striking displayed by Randleman there.
Dionisy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Randleman lands a really nice looking cross but Dionisy seems unphased.
Dionisy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dionisy throws out the jab. #T4#
Dionisy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Randleman jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Randy Randleman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dionisy steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Randleman.
Randleman looks to throw a body kick
and Dionisy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dionisy ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dionisy! But no joy.
Randleman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dionisy.
Randleman throws a lazy body kick
and Dionisy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dionisy throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Dionisy throws a right and a left that Randleman avoids nicely.
Randleman fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dionisy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 50:45
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 50:45
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman retains his light heavyweight title!
Randy Randleman 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: SYN 931 Dionisy vs. Randleman
Date: Oct 05, 2022

#R1#
Dionisy blocks a head kick by Randleman. #CL#
Dionisy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dionisy lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Randleman manages to break the clinch.
Dionisy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Dionisy checks a leg kick nicely.
Randleman scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dionisy throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Dionisy really felt that one!
Both fighters circling a little - Dionisy finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dionisy was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman lands a jab to the head.
Dionisy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
An inside leg kick lands from Randleman.
Dionisy scores with a hook.#T1#
Dionisy tries to move into range but Randleman moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dionisy throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Dionisy is out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dionisy.
Randleman takes a swing at Dionisy's ribcage but misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Dionisy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dionisy is looking to counter punch.
Dionisy takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Dionisy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dionisy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dionisy moves out of range as Randleman throws a body kick.
Dionisy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Randleman misses with a looping right.
Dionisy feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T2#
Dionisy moves out of range of the strikes.
Dionisy throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Dionisy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dionisy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Randleman manages to circle out of the way.
Randleman connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dionisy. Dionisy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good shot there by Randleman.
Randleman misses with a straight left.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dionisy misses with a hook.
Randleman lands a head kick!
Dionisy staying out of range there.
Dionisy throws a low kick, looking for Randleman's leg but Randleman calmly moves out of range.
Dionisy misses with an attempted mid kick. #T3#
Dionisy scores with a sloppy right hand. Randleman should have avoided that one.
Jab, jab by Randleman - just one landing.
Dionisy throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses.
Dionisy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Randleman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Randleman moves forwards but Dionisy connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL#
Dionisy closes the distance and pushes Randleman back into the cage.#BC2#
Randleman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Randleman lands with a cross.
Dionisy cracks Randleman with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dionisy misses with a straight right.
Dionisy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dionisy. That did some damage!
Randleman throws an off balance right hand
and Dionisy counters with a nice uppercut.
Dionisy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dionisy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dionisy connects with a body shot.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick from Dionisy.
Randleman bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dionisy's head.
Dionisy lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Randleman thuds his right hand into Dionisy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Dionisy scores with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Randy Randleman will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dionisy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dionisy gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Randleman fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Dionisy is out of range.
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dionisy throws a front kick aimed at Randleman's knee but Randleman avoids it well.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Dionisy moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman defending well as Dionisy loads up on a big left hand.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Randleman.
Dionisy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dionisy misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Dionisy checks the leg kick nicely there.
Dionisy looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Randleman blocks a leg kick.#T1#
Dionisy misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dionisy.
Randleman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Randleman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Dionisy thinks about countering with a body kick.
Dionisy tries to land a front kick but Randleman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Randleman throws a poor cross that misses
and Dionisy counters with a nice body kick.
Dionisy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Randleman cracks Dionisy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Randleman throws a nice outside leg kick.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dionisy.
Dionisy misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.#T2#
Randleman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Randleman swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Dionisy to counter with a crisp jab.
Dionisy fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Randleman is out of range.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dionisy has time to react.
Dionisy throws a big shot that misses.
Nice defenses there by Dionisy.
Dionisy is looking to counter punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman slips under a jab.
Dionisy misses with a low kick.
Randleman throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Dionisy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dionisy.
Dionisy misses with a hook to the body
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Dionisy looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Dionisy misses with the body kick
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick from Dionisy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Dionisy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dionisy there as he acknowledges the shot.
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Randleman takes a swing at Dionisy's ribcage but misses.
Randleman lets loose with a powerful body kick. Dionisy will feel that in the morning.
Dionisy throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and moves out of range. #T4#
Randleman takes a swing at Dionisy's ribcage but misses.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick from Dionisy.
Dionisy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman throws a hook but Dionisy avoids it easily.
Randleman blocks the body kick.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Dionisy saw that one coming.
Randy Randleman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice shot lands for Randleman.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Randleman.
Dionisy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dionisy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Randy Randleman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Dionisy lands a slapping body shot.
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good leg kick by Randleman.
Dionisy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dionisy lands the left hand.
Randleman looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Dionisy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
As Randleman tries to get set, Dionisy tries to push him back and clinch up but Randleman manages to avoid the attempt.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dionisy slips under a jab.
Dionisy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Randleman in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Dionisy moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Dionisy throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dionisy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Dionisy throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman scores with a hook.
Randleman throws out a leg kick but Dionisy moves out of range and Randleman only half commits.
As Randleman backs away, Dionisy returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A jab from Randleman misses.
And Dionisy counters with a quick kick to the body but Randleman blocks it.
Nice uppercut lands for Randleman. That snapped Dionisy's head back.
Randleman slips under a jab from Dionisy.
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Dionisy's head but Dionisy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dionisy. Dionisy obviously looking to wear him down. #T2#
Dionisy throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Randleman connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dionisy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
A head kick by Dionisy misses
and Randleman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
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!
Dionisy checks a low kick from Randleman.
Randleman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dionisy slips a jab from Randleman.
Dionisy throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T3#
A low kick from Dionisy misses
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dionisy lands a nice looking kick to the body. Randleman takes a step back to recover.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dionisy manages to avoid it.
Dionisy slips a straight right by Randleman.
Dionisy drops his hands momentarily and Randleman takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Randleman throws a left and a right that both miss
and Dionisy counters with a good low kick that Randleman was not able to check.
Randleman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A nice inside leg kick there by Randleman. That's going to slow Dionisy down.
Dionisy looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Randleman misses with a combination
and Dionisy counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4#
Dionisy throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Randleman let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Dionisy throws a hook but Randleman avoids it easily.
Randleman avoids a kick to the body.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and Dionisy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dionisy scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Randleman connects with a single shot there.
Randleman lands a body shot.
Randleman shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Randleman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Randy Randleman just about did enough to take it.
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.#R4#
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Dionisy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman throws a leg kick which misses Dionisy's front leg but catches the back leg as Dionisy tries to avoid it.
Dionisy throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A good leg kick by Dionisy.
Dionisy just misses with a punch to the body.
Dionisy throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman slips a jab from Dionisy.
Dionisy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Randleman moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dionisy misses with a body kick.
Randleman appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Dionisy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Dionisy slips under a jab from Randleman.
Dionisy misses the shot to the body.
Randleman only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Randleman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dionisy misses with a low kick.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dionisy.
Dionisy throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Dionisy throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman lands a jab to Dionisy's midsection.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Dionisy saw that one coming.
Dionisy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Randleman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dionisy tried to counter with a leg kick but Randleman avoided it.#T2#
Randleman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dionisy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Randleman throws a low kick but Dionisy avoids it.
Dionisy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dionisy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
A little feinted left hand from Dionisy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dionisy.
Randleman connects with a high kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dionisy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Randleman takes a swing at Dionisy's ribcage but misses.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
A nice leg kick from Dionisy, right into the meat of the thigh.
Randleman throws a body punch but Dionisy moves out of range.
Randleman with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jab from Randleman.
Dionisy slips under a jab from Randleman.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It appears Dionisy was looking to counter with a kick there.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dionisy moves away.
Randleman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Randleman cracks Dionisy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Randleman throws a left and a right that both miss
and Dionisy counters with an outside leg kick. #T4#
Randleman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Dionisy is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Dionisy misses the target.
Nice defenses there by Dionisy.
Randleman misses with a two punch combination.
Dionisy thinks about countering with a body kick.
Dionisy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Randleman.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dionisy checks it well.
Randleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Dionisy counters with a nice leg kick.
Randleman is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Randleman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dionisy to score with a decent uppercut.
Dionisy is looking to slow Randleman down with leg kicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that fourth round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Randleman scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dionisy blocks a leg kick.
Randleman misses with a kick to the body
and Dionisy counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman avoids the head kick by Dionisy.
Randleman buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman moves out of range as Dionisy throws a body kick.
Randleman connects with a body shot that sends Dionisy's belly button to the back.
Randleman connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dionisy. Dionisy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dionisy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T1#
Dionisy misses with a wild body shot.
Dionisy staying out of range there.
As Randleman backs away, Dionisy returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dionisy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
A big left from Dionisy misses.
Randleman looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Randleman misses with a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Dionisy misses the target.
Randleman connects with a looping right hand.
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T2#
Dionisy misses with the body kick
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman throws a leg kick
and Dionisy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cerberus Dionisy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dionisy slips under a jab.
Randleman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Randleman connects with a looping right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dionisy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Randleman paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Randleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Dionisy counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dionisy's head backwards.
Randleman moves out of range as Dionisy throws a body kick.
Randleman thinks about the counter body kick.#T3#
Dionisy tried to score with a low kick but Randleman checks it.
Good leg kick by Randleman.
Randleman throws a series of punches but Dionisy avoids them all with ease.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dionisy was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Dionisy misses the jab.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Dionisy moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Dionisy misses the target.
Dionisy wants to land a leg kick but Randleman is out of range.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Randleman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Randleman scores with a kick to the body.
The crowd cheers as Randleman lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dionisy doesn't seem phased though.#T4#
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Dionisy tries to counter by clinching up but Randleman breaks away and moves out of range.
Randy Randleman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Randleman fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dionisy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dionisy scores with a leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Randleman.
Dionisy blocks a leg kick.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dionisy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Dionisy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman avoids a kick to the body.
Randleman appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Randleman buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Randy Randleman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Randleman 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 45:50
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman is the new light heavyweight champion!
Randy Randleman 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: SYN 926 Myers vs. Tax Payer
Date: Sep 07, 2022

#R1#
Randleman connects with a right hand. Sonni shakes it off.
Randleman checks a low kick from Sonni.
A big right from Randleman misses.
Sonni on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman looks to land a right hand but Sonni moved out of range.
Sonni swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sonni ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman works Sonni's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a hook but Sonni blocks it.
A nice side step and Sonni releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Randleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sonni throws a nice inside leg kick. #T1#
Randleman finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sonni throws a series of punches but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman half committed to a counter leg kick.
Sonni throws a leg kick which misses Randleman's front leg but catches the back leg as Randleman tries to avoid it.
Sonni lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sonni has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Randleman checks a low kick from Sonni.
Some bone on bone action there as Randleman checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Randleman walks forward, straight into a front kick from Sonni.
Randleman slaps away a takedown attempt from Sonni, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Randleman throws a left and a right that both miss
and Sonni counters with a slapping leg kick.
Randleman throws an off balance right hand
and Sonni counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman lands a jab to Sonni's midsection.
Randleman lands with a straight right. Sonni didn't see that one coming.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman throws a jab but it's blocked by Sonni.
Randleman throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Randleman catches Sonni with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Sonni sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Sonni chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Randleman can pounce on him.
Sonni wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Randleman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sonni scores with a crisp jab that stopped Randleman in his tracks.
Randleman looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T4#
Randleman scores with a nice strike.
Randleman throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Randleman connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sonni keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Sonni on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sonni throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Sonni.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
And Sonni responds with a good body kick, but Randleman manages to step out the way in time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Randleman throws a leg kick but Sonni moved away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Randleman.
Sonni moves out of range of the strikes.
Sonni throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Sonni appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sonni misses with a low kick.
Randleman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A cross from Sonni lands.
Randleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Sonni connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sonni throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.#T1#
Sonni checks a low kick from Randleman.
A shot to the body from Randleman misses
enabling Sonni to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Randleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Sonni counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Randleman thinking.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Sonni off balance momentarily.
Sonni with the inside leg kick.
Sonni misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Sonni tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Randleman is able to avoid easily.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sonni.
Randleman throws a right hand that misses
and Sonni cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab from Randleman.
A swing and a miss from Sonni.
Randleman throws a body punch but Sonni moves out of range.
Randleman sets himself, and Sonni steps forward looking for the clinch! Randleman avoids it this time.
Randleman lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sonni is able to avoid easily.#T3#
Randleman throws a nice inside leg kick.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Sonni ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman feints and then cracks Sonni's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sonni down.
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
Sonni drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Randleman defends it well.
Randleman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Randleman keeps Sonni at a distance using the push kick.
Randleman misses the jab.#T4#
Randleman tries to bum rush Sonni with a series of wild strikes but Sonni uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sonni looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Randleman fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sonni checks it well.
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Randleman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sonni uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
Randleman slips a straight right by Sonni.
Sonni swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A jab from Randleman misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Sonni moves away and avoids it.
Randleman bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Sonni shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Sonni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Randleman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sonni looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Sonni might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Randleman has got the better of the exchanges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a nice inside leg kick.
Randleman lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Sonni keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a leg kick
and Sonni counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sonni works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sonni blocks a leg kick.
Sonni feints the counter takedown.
Randleman misses with a leg kick
and Sonni counters with a straight right hand.
Good exchange - Randleman coming out on top.
Sonni defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
Randleman cracks Sonni with an open hand slap.#T2#
Sonni gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Randleman takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sonni throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Randleman takes a swing at Sonni's ribcage but misses.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Sonni misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a nice body kick.
Sonni misses with an uppercut.
A clash of legs there as Sonni blocks the low kick.
Sonni steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman connects with a solid leg kick.
Sonni moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses
and Sonni counters with an outside leg kick.
Randleman cracks Sonni with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T4#
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sonni.
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Sonni counters with a leg kick.
Randleman throws a low kick but Sonni avoids it.
Sonni let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sonni can do to turn this around?
Sonni tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sonni has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sonni there as he acknowledges the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Randleman 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.
A big right from Randleman misses.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Sonni is out of range.
Randleman feints and then cracks Sonni's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sonni down.
Randleman throws the left hand but Sonni avoids the punch easily.
Randleman throws a leg kick
and Sonni counters with a good, hard body kick but Randleman shrugs it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sonni makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sonni moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Sonni checks a low kick from Randleman.
Sonni scores with a nice body kick.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Sonni keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Randleman scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Randleman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Randleman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Randy Randleman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Randleman fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sonni is out of range.
Sonni changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Sonni bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sonni uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
Sonni appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Randleman misses with a shot to the body
and Sonni counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sonni. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sonni takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sonni's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Randleman throws a sloppy body shot
and Sonni cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Sonni throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Sonni's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Randleman connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sonni scrambles back to his feet.
Randleman thumps Sonni with a low kick.
Sonni keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A nice side step and Sonni releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sonni takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Randleman walks into a straight right hand from Sonni.
Randleman's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.#T4#
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Sonni counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman connects with a solid leg kick.
Randleman fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sonni on the side of the head.
Sonni throws a body kick that misses
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman lands with a nice body punch.
Sonni ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Sonni throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman had his way with Yka Sonni in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Randleman thuds his right hand into Sonni's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sonni steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Sonni counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Randleman checks a leg kick.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sonni has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sonni throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sonni tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sonni bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sonni counters with a body kick.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Sonni tries to score with a low kick but Randleman moves his leg out of the way.#T1#
Randleman dips to his left and cracks Sonni with an uppercut!
Sonni misses with a kick to the body.
Sonni works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sonni ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Sonni moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Yka Sonni has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sonni throws a big shot that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sonni was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Randleman.
Sonni blocks a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Sonni does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman throws a combination that misses
and Sonni counters with a nice leg kick.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Randleman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T3#
Sonni avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A leg kick checked by Sonni.
Sonni has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Randleman finds it's way round the side to connect with Sonni's head.
Sonni takes a jab right on the kisser.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and Sonni counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
You can see that Sonni has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Randleman tries to land a body kick
and Sonni connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sonni with the inside leg kick. #T4#
Randleman checks a low kick from Sonni.
Randy Randleman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sonni misses with a looping right.
Sonni avoids a kick to the body.
Sonni flicks out a counter leg kick but Randleman steps away.
Sonni takes one to the chin there.
Randleman fails to land with a series of punches.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Sonni doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses.
It seemed like Sonni was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 50:45
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 50:45
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randleman!
After the fight, Randy Randleman 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: SYN Dynamite I
Date: Aug 19, 2022

#R1#
Randleman attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dionisy! But no joy.
Dionisy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Randleman steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Dionisy. That one must have hurt.
Randleman misses with a straight left.
A nice side step and Dionisy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice uppercut there from Randleman.
Dionisy misses with the body kick
and Randleman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dionisy fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Randleman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Randleman throws the left hand but Dionisy avoids the punch easily.
Randleman misses the jab.#T1#
Randleman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've been informed that Dionisy 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.
Dionisy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dionisy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a left hand
enabling Dionisy to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Dionisy misses with a low kick.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dionisy throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick.
Randleman is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Dionisy.#T2#
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dionisy manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Dionisy.
Randleman appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Randleman throws a hook but Dionisy avoids it easily.
Dionisy misses the jab.
Dionisy throws a wild body kick that Randleman sees coming a mile off.
Randleman throws a poor cross that misses
and Dionisy counters with a nice body kick.
Randleman takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dionisy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T3#
Randleman misses with a straight right.
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Dionisy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dionisy throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dionisy.
Randleman swings widly with a right hand
and Dionisy counters with a stiff right hand.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#CL2#
Dionisy moves into the clinch.
Dionisy can't find room to land a body shot as Randleman controls the action.
Dionisy misses with the head strike.
Dionisy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Randleman's efforts to push away.
A frustrated look appears on Randleman's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dionisy is stalling here.
Dionisy misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Dionisy misses with a punch to the body.
Dionisy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Dionisy lands a right hand that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Randleman lands a body punch in the clinch.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Dionisy.
Dionisy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Randleman backwards. #BC#
Randleman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dionisy throws a sloppy body shot
and Randleman finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Dionisy looks winded!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dionisy slips a straight right by Randleman.
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cerberus Dionisy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dionisy just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dionisy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dionisy motions for Randleman to come forward. Dionisy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Randleman fails to land with a series of punches.
Dionisy is looking to slow Randleman down with leg kicks.
Dionisy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A clash of legs there as Randleman blocks the low kick.
Randleman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dionisy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Randleman.
Randleman looks to land a body kick but Dionisy moved away.
Randleman backing away here, and Dionisy unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Randleman tries to land a leg kick but Dionisy saw it coming and moves away. #T1#
Dionisy feints and then cracks Randleman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Randleman down.
Dionisy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
Randleman on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Dionisy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dionisy.
Dionisy thows a body kick. Randleman tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Randleman lands a two punch combo.
Dionisy lands an overhand right.#T2#
Dionisy's jab looks to have found its range, popping Randleman under the eye.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dionisy cracks Randleman with a good jab.
Dionisy throws out a powerful jab.
Dionisy looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dionisy.
Nice uppercut lands for Randleman. That snapped Dionisy's head back.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Dionisy moved out of range nicely.
Randleman misses with a leg kick. #T3#
Dionisy misses the shot to the body.
Randleman lands with a nice body punch.
Dionisy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Randleman. Randleman obviously looking to wear him down.
Dionisy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Dionisy moved out of range nicely.
Dionisy avoids the body shot from Randleman.
Nice cross by Dionisy.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dionisy.#T4#
Dionisy misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman swings for the body but Dionisy moves out of range.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Dionisy counters with a good low kick that Randleman was not able to check.
Dionisy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A jab from Randleman finds it's way through Dionisy's defenses.
Dionisy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman lands a nice shot that snaps Dionisy's head back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Cerberus Dionisy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Dionisy slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Dionisy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman throws a body punch but Dionisy moves out of range. #KD#
Randleman lands a big head kick that sends Dionisy tumbling to the mat! Randleman takes a step backwards and waves Dionisy back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Dionisy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Dionisy connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Randleman's hands.
Dionisy lands a nice looking body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dionisy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Dionisy buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Dionisy is looking to clinch.
Good shot there by Randleman.
Dionisy moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman misses with an uppercut
and Dionisy makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A head kick misses from Dionisy.
Dionisy misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Dionisy's jab looks to have found its range, popping Randleman under the eye.
Dionisy misses with a kick to the body
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Randleman thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Dionisy if he has to take too many more of those.
Dionisy misses with a body shot.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and Dionisy counters with a stiff right hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Randleman.
Dionisy missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dionisy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Randleman thumps Dionisy with a low kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target. #T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Dionisy.
Cerberus Dionisy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dionisy lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dionisy misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Randleman 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.
Randleman takes a swing at Dionisy's ribcage but misses.
Dionisy let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Dionisy misses with a straight right.
Dionisy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dionisy wants to counter the offense by Randleman and move into the clinch position.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
A jab from Dionisy does it's job there.
Dionisy swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dionisy counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman takes one to the chin there.
Dionisy lands a lovely overhand right.
Randleman on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dionisy scores with a nice right hand.
Randleman fakes the leg kick and cracks Dionisy in the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Cerberus Dionisy just about did enough to take it.
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.#R4#
Dionisy cracks a nice hook into Randleman's ribs.
A slapping leg kick lands for Randleman.
Randleman scores with a hook.
A lazy body kick from Dionisy
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Randleman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dionisy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
Dionisy lands with a good body shot.#T1#
Dionisy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dionisy lands a really nice looking cross but Randleman seems unphased.
Randleman is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Randleman misses with a looping right.
Dionisy cracks Randleman with a good jab.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dionisy moves away.
Nice body punch from Randleman.
Randleman looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dionisy bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Randleman's head backwards.#T2#
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Dionisy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dionisy explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Randleman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dionisy cracks Randleman with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dionisy misses with a body kick.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Randleman takes one to the chin there.
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there
letting Dionisy counter with a right hand. #T3#
Dionisy moves out of range as Randleman strikes.#CL2#
Dionisy has closed the distance and engaged Randleman in a clinch.
Randleman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dionisy can't find room to land a body shot as Randleman controls the action.
Dionisy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dionisy misses with a body punch.
Randleman lands a hook that snaps the head of Dionisy backwards.
Dionisy is leaning against Randleman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Dionisy lands a right hand that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dionisy.
Randleman blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Randleman breaks from the clinch.
Randleman connects with a single shot there.
Randleman will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#T4#
Randleman throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Randleman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Randleman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dionisy ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dionisy slips under a jab from Randleman.
A nice side step and Dionisy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dionisy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
Dionisy connects with a jab.
Randleman connects with a body shot that sends Dionisy's belly button to the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cerberus Dionisy dominated that fourth round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Dionisy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dionisy blocks a jab.
Randleman throws out a powerful jab.
Dionisy throws a nice outside leg kick.
Randleman throws a hook but Dionisy blocks it.
A nice side step and Dionisy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dionisy finds it's way round the side to connect with Randleman's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
Dionisy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dionisy connects with a leg kick. #T1#
Randleman swings widly with a right hand
enabling Dionisy to counter with a crisp jab.
Dionisy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little jabbing left from Dionisy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dionisy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dionisy cracks Randleman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dionisy misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab. #KD#
Randleman lands a big head kick that sends Dionisy tumbling to the mat! Randleman takes a step backwards and waves Dionisy back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Randy Randleman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dionisy blocks a low kick nicely.
Dionisy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dionisy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dionisy with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Randleman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Randleman throws a poor cross that misses
and Dionisy counters with a nice body kick.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Dionisy lands a leg kick that knocks Randleman off balance momentarily.
Randleman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dionisy.#T3#
Randleman takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dionisy moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dionisy wants to counter with a clinch but Randleman pushes him away.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick from Dionisy.
Dionisy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Randleman throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from Dionisy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman swings for the body but Dionisy moves out of range.
Randleman misses with a shot to the body
and Dionisy makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T4#
Dionisy lands a slapping body shot.
A big right from Dionisy misses.
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on Dionisy's shoulder, as Dionisy tries to avoid the shot.
Dionisy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
A jab from Dionisy misses.
Cerberus Dionisy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Randleman scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Randleman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.

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 Randy Randleman.
Well Dionisy has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 46:49
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cerberus Dionisy!
Cerberus Dionisy is the new light heavyweight champion!
Cerberus Dionisy 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: SYN 916 Randleman vs. Krylov 3
Date: Jul 20, 2022

#R1#
Krylov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Krylov.
Randleman 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.
Randleman throws a front kick that sends Krylov stumbling back into the cage.
Krylov thuds his right hand into Randleman's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Krylov throws out the jab.
Krylov swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Boris Krylov has been cut.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Krylov.
Krylov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Krylov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Krylov.
Randleman is looking to counter with head kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krylov misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Krylov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Krylov throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
An inside leg kick from Randleman misses. #T1#
Krylov throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Krylov misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Randleman misses its target.
Krylov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Krylov sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Krylov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Krylov throws a good cross that connects.
Boris Krylov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Krylov misses with a looping right.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Krylov throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Krylov.
Randleman missing with a left hand there. Krylov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman fires out a quick counter leg kick but Krylov just manages to avoid it.
Krylov connects with a jab.
Randleman ducks right into an uppercut from Krylov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman slips a straight right by Krylov.#T2#
Krylov misses with a body shot
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Krylov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Randleman in his tracks.
Krylov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Randleman has time to react.
Krylov throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Krylov throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Krylov lands a jab to the head.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Krylov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A big right from Krylov misses.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Randleman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Krylov misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#That has opened up Boris Krylov's cut even more.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Krylov.
Krylov throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Krylov throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a body kick that stops Krylov in his tracks momentarily. #T3#
Krylov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Krylov throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Krylov is out of range.
Krylov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Krylov lands a head shot.
Krylov throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Krylov.
Randleman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Krylov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Krylov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Krylov missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Krylov manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Krylov.
Krylov jabs at Randleman's body.
Krylov throws a sloppy body shot
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#The cut above Boris Krylov's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Randleman is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Krylov misses the shot to the body.
As Krylov backs away, Randleman returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4##KD#
Randleman cracks Krylov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Krylov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Randleman finish him? #ROC#Krylov is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Randleman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Krylov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Randleman. Randleman obviously looking to wear him down.
Krylov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Krylov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Krylov throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Randleman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Krylov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Randleman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Krylov misses the jab.
Krylov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A solid leg kick lands there for Krylov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Boris Krylov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Boris Krylov's cut.
That's time! Randleman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Randleman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Krylov catches Randleman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Randleman throws the kick towards the body but Krylov avoids it.
Randleman misses with a hook
letting Krylov counter with a right hand.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Krylov.
Krylov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Krylov.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Krylov moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Krylov misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Krylov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krylov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Randleman needs to keep his hands up - Krylov had a free shot at his head there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Krylov throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Krylov. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Krylov throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Krylov loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Randleman.#CUT#Boris Krylov's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman retains his light heavyweight title!
A less than humble Randy Randleman misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: SYN 910 Leifsson vs. Maluga II
Date: Jun 26, 2022

#R1#
Randleman darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sonni misses the body punch
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Sonni slips the punch.
Randleman steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sonni. That one must have hurt.
Randleman has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A big right from Randleman misses. #TD#
Sonni feints and as Randleman raises his hands in defense, Sonni changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Randleman controls Sonni momentarily but Sonni frees himself.
Sonni slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Sonni lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sonni looking to pass the guard.
Sonni is fighting to break Randleman's control of his arms but Randleman is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Randleman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Randleman throws a hook but Sonni blocks it.
Good leg kick by Randleman.
Randleman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Sonni tries a low kick but Randleman avoids it.
Sonni attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sonni throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sonni ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.#T3#
Sonni throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sonni throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sonni misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a good, hard body kick but Sonni shrugs it off.
Sonni tries to move into range but Randleman moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Randleman walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sonni checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sonni feints and then cracks Randleman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Randleman down.
Sonni is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Randleman.
Sonni looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Sonni pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Randleman replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Sonni blocks it well.#T4#
Randleman avoids a kick to the body.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Randleman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sonni feinted with a counter takedown.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Sonni.
Sonni connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Randleman momentarily.
Randleman swings widly with a right hand
and Sonni makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sonni is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Randleman's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on Sonni's shoulder, as Sonni tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Good shot there by Sonni.
Sonni throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Sonni.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Randy Randleman will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Sonni moves away from the strike by Randleman.
Sonni throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sonni darts in looking for a takedown but Randleman gets double underhooks and turns Sonni into the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sonni.
Randleman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Randleman pushes Sonni back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sonni swings wildly with an uppercut but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Randleman manages to break the clinch.
Sonni throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A countering left hand to the body from Randleman misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sonni connects with a nice looking jab.
Randleman throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sonni swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
Sonni throws a leg kick
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Yka Sonni seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sonni moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Randy Randleman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Randleman defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sonni.
Randleman tries a quick counter leg kick but Sonni is wise to it.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Sonni moves away and avoids it.
Sonni misses with the body kick
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Randleman chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Randleman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT2#It looks like Yka Sonni has been cut.
Randleman keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T2#
Randleman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sonni lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Sonni sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Sonni clobbers Randleman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Sonni counters with a shoot takedown. Randleman fights it but they end up in guard.

Randleman kicks Sonni off and gets to his feet.
Randleman is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Randleman thuds a left hand into Sonni's body.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Sonni.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sonni darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Sonni throws a push kick but Randleman slaps the foot to one side.
Sonni connects with the punch.
Sonni fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
That kick from Sonni tenderised Randleman's leg. Randleman is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sonni misses with a takedown attempt
and Randleman counters with a lovely shot to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yka Sonni. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sonni tries to land a leg kick but Randleman saw it coming and moves away.
Good exchange - Sonni coming out on top.
Sonni throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sloppy strikes from Randleman. Those never looked like landing.
Sonni fails to land the takedown.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
A slapping body kick lands there for Randleman.
A shot to the liver by Sonni. Beautiful body shot.
Randy Randleman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice jab there from Randleman.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sonni throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sonni looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Randleman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sonni fails in his attempt to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Yka Sonni's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Sonni uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
Sonni chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sonni feints and then cracks Randleman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Randleman down.
Randleman avoids a kick to the body.
Randleman is trying to counter with his kicks.
Sonni throws a sloppy body shot
and Sonni takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sonni scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sonni lands a jab to Randleman's midsection.
Sonni 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.
Randleman thinks about the counter body kick.
Randleman looks for the body kick but Sonni saw that one coming.
Sonni fires out a quick counter leg kick but Randleman just manages to avoid it.#T1#
Sonni tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Sonni.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sonni.
Sonni thows a leg kick but Randleman checks it
and Sonni takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sonni fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Randleman.
A bone on bone clash there as Randleman blocks the leg kick.
Sonni lands a nice hook to Randleman's body. Randleman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sonni connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Randleman's hands.
Sonni wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sonni looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
Randleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Sonni counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sonni with a nice calf kick.
Randleman connects with a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
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!
Sonni misses with a looping left.
Randleman looks to land a right hand but Sonni moved out of range.
Sonni swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sonni misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a left to the body.
Sonni lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Sonni lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice takedown defense from Randleman. No joy for Sonni on that attempt. #T3#
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sonni.
Sonni misses with a body kick.
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sonni.
Sonni drops down looking for a counter takedown but Randleman sprawls and moves away.
Randleman tries a head kick but it misses.
Sonni chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Randleman can pounce on him.
Randleman fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sonni lands a slapping body shot.
Randleman throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Sonni cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Randleman scores with the left hand. Sonni knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Sonni misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sonni is able to avoid easily.
Sonni tries to counter with a takedown but Randleman is quick to defend against it.
Sonni moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Randleman misses with a hook. Sonni ducked under it nicely.
Sonni shoots in looking for a takedown. Randleman tries to sprawl out of it but Sonni keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Randleman manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman throws a low kick but Sonni moves out of range easily.
Randleman misses with a looping right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Yka Sonni did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Yka Sonni's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Sonni checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sonni appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sonni connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Randleman momentarily.
Sonni looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A low kick from Sonni is predictable there
and Randleman counters with a thumping low kick.
Randleman connects with a leg kick.
Sonni feints and then cracks Randleman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Randleman down.
Sonni misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sonni misses with a low kick.
Sonni throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sonni jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Randleman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sonni uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
A jab from Sonni misses.
Randleman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Randleman misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Sonni counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Randleman!
Sonni gets to mount! Randleman was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Randleman regains half guard.
Randleman is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Sonni drops an elbow to the side of Randleman's head.
Sonni throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Randleman wants to improve his position but Sonni is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman wants to control but Sonni is keeping busy. #T3#
Randleman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Sonni seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Randleman has recovered full guard.
Sonni postures up in Randleman's guard and throws a big left but Randleman blocks it.
Sonni trying to control the position from guard on top but Randleman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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.
Randleman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sonni's guard. #REVB#
Sonni managing to control the position.
Sonni is trying to control the position but Randleman postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sonni throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman digs a good hook to Sonni's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Randy Randleman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Yka Sonni's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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.#R5#
Randleman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sonni misses with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice body shot.
Sonni misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Sonni off balance momentarily.
Sonni throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sonni scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sonni scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Sonni swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sonni throws a push kick but Randleman slaps the foot to one side. #T1#
Sonni throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sonni just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman cracks Sonni with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sonni has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Randleman finds it's way round the side to connect with Sonni's head.
Sonni throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Randleman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Sonni ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick.
Sonni thows a leg kick but Randleman checks it
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Yka Sonni has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sonni throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Sonni connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sonni throws a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a nice leg kick.
Randleman scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sonni checks it well.
Sonni lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sonni wants to slow Randleman down by chopping away at his legs.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Sonni.
Randleman throws out a counter right but Sonni avoids it with no problem.
Sonni takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.#T3#
Sonni throws a solid leg kick but Randleman takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sonni.
Randleman tries a quick counter leg kick but Sonni is wise to it.
Randleman buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Randleman with a nice calf kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sonni.
Sonni swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sonni gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Sonni takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Randy Randleman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#ROC2#Sonni is rocked!
Sonni connects with a jab.
Oh Sonni is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sonni dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sonni seems to have got his legs back now.
Sonni walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Randleman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Randleman lands the left hand.
Sonni misses the body punch
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman slips under a jab from Sonni.
Randleman connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sonni blocks a jab.
Sonni swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 46:49
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 46:49
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman is the new light heavyweight champion!
Randy Randleman spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: SYN 904 Krylov vs. Randleman
Date: Jun 05, 2022

#R1#
Krylov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Randleman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Krylov.
Krylov misses with a wild body shot.
We've been informed that Randleman 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.
Randleman throws a right hand that misses
enabling Krylov to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman moves forwards but Krylov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Krylov throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Krylov lands an overhand right.
Krylov throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Boris Krylov has been cut.
Krylov misses with a straight left.
Krylov is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Krylov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman walks into a stiff left hand from Krylov.
Randleman misses with a straight left.
Randleman staying out of range there.#T1#
Krylov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Randleman slips a jab from Krylov.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Randleman blocks a jab.
Krylov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Randleman counters with a nice kick to the body.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Krylov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Randleman takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Krylov was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Boris Krylov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Krylov blocks a jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Randleman.
Randleman looks to land a body kick but Krylov moved away.
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Krylov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
Randleman wants to land a leg kick but Krylov is out of range.
Krylov throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A lazy left from Krylov finds it's target.
Krylov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Torcida MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Krylov clobbers Randleman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Krylov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Randleman's head.
Krylov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Krylov.
Krylov throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
Krylov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A slow jab from Krylov misses its intended target.
Krylov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Randleman tries to land a leg kick but Krylov saw it coming and moves away.
Krylov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T3#
Krylov throws a jab but it's blocked by Randleman.
Randleman lands a jab to Krylov's midsection.
Randleman tries to land a leg kick but Krylov saw it coming and moves away.
Krylov misses with a body shot.
Randleman walks into a straight right hand from Krylov.
Krylov misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Krylov works Randleman's body with a nice hook.
Krylov misses with a body shot.
Krylov scores with a decent looking hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Krylov, as that shot connected.
Randleman defending well as Krylov loads up on a big left hand.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Krylov.
Randleman throws out a counter right but Krylov avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Krylov throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice body punch from Krylov.
Krylov misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Krylov throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#Boris Krylov's cut is getting worse.
Randleman moves out of range as Krylov strikes.
Randleman counters with a body kick.
Krylov scores with a body shot.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman lands a jab to the head.
Randleman throws a jab but it's blocked by Krylov.
Krylov clobbers Randleman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Randleman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Krylov misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a low kick, right behind Krylov 's knee.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Krylov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Boris Krylov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Krylov misses with an uppercut.
Krylov connects with a single shot there.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Krylov.
Randleman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A big right from Krylov misses.
Krylov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Krylov lands the left hand.
Krylov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boris Krylov is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman throws out a loose jab but Krylov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Krylov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Krylov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krylov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
Krylov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Krylov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Krylov.
Randleman let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Krylov throws out the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Krylov swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman takes one to the side of the head.
Randleman on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Krylov lands a lovely overhand right.
Randleman lands a nice leg kick that just misses Krylov's sensitive parts.
Krylov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Krylov.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Krylov.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Randleman might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Krylov has got the better of the exchanges.
Krylov misses with a body shot.
Krylov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Krylov misses the body punch
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Krylov checks a leg kick nicely.
Krylov misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab from Krylov.
Krylov cracks a nice hook into Randleman's ribs.
Nice uppercut there from Krylov.
Krylov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Krylov throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#Boris Krylov's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Krylov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
Krylov misses the jab.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Krylov.
Krylov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Krylov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Krylov is looking to counter punch.
Krylov misses the shot to the body.
Krylov throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a nice low kick that buckles Krylov's knee momentarily.#T3#
Randleman fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Krylov. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Krylov swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Krylov misses with a wild body shot.
A nice side step and Randleman releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Krylov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Randleman slips a straight right by Krylov.
Randleman flicks out a counter leg kick but Krylov steps away.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Krylov.
Krylov just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Krylov with a body shot.
Krylov misses with a hook.
Randleman keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Krylov misses with a right hand
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Krylov connects with a right hand. Randleman shakes it off.#T4#
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Krylov swings widly with a right hand #KD2#
and Randleman counters with a crisp right hand that drops Krylov! Randleman lets Krylov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Krylov throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Randleman circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Krylov to the canvas! Krylov doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Randleman keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman 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: SYN 898 Heavy Hitters
Date: May 14, 2022

#R1#
Randleman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Randleman misses with a looping right.
Kawamata appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kawamata throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Randleman lands with a nice body punch.
We've been informed that Randleman 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.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Randleman tries to land a front kick but Kawamata steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kawamata appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kawamata keeps Randleman at a distance using the push kick.
Randleman moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
A leg kick checked by Kawamata.
Kawamata is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Randleman throws a poor cross that misses
and Kawamata counters with a good low kick that Randleman was not able to check.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kawamata.
Randleman looks winded!
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Kawamata ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Kawamata closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Kawamata.
A right hook to the body lands for Kawamata.
Randleman working hard to break the clinch.
Kawamata tries a body shot but Randleman blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Randleman.
Kawamata misses with a punch to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kawamata - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #T2#
Kawamata tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Randleman's elbow.
Kawamata lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kawamata's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Randleman tries to circle away but Kawamata has him pinned against the cage.
Randleman is trying to break the clinch but Kawamata is controlling him.#BC#
Kawamata breaks from the clinch.
Randleman scores with a sloppy right hand. Kawamata should have avoided that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKawamata.
Randleman with the inside leg kick.
Randleman is looking to slow Kawamata down with leg kicks.
Randleman misses with a kick to the body.
Kawamata is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.#T3#
That kick from Randleman tenderised Kawamata's leg. Kawamata is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kawamata takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Randleman moves out of range of the strikes.
Kawamata throws a lazy body kick
and Randleman counters with a one-two to the body.
Randleman swings for the body but Kawamata moves out of range.
Randleman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there
and Kawamata counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kawamata fails in his attempt to clinch. #T4#
A lazy left from Kawamata finds it's target.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good leg kick by Randleman.
Kawamata tries to land a front kick but Randleman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Randleman lands a front kick.
Randleman fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kawamata.
Kawamata walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman 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#
Nice body punch from Kawamata.
Randleman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kawamata throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kawamata was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Kawamata misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kawamata scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kawamata ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kawamata closes the distance looking to clinch
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Kawamata lands a slapping body shot.
Kawamata rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with an outside leg kick.
Randleman looks to land a combination but Kawamata avoids it well.
Randleman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A head kick by Kawamata misses
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kawamata connects with a nice looking jab. #T2#
Kawamata thows a leg kick but Randleman checks it
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Kawamata throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Randleman counters with a left to the body.
Randleman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kawamata stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kawamata throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kawamata throws a right and a left that Randleman avoids nicely.
Kawamata throws a lazy body kick
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Randleman tries to land a leg kick but Kawamata saw it coming and moves away. #T3#
Kawamata takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kawamata just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman lands with a slapping head kick.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Kawamata wants to clinch
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Randleman.#T4#
Randleman misses with a right hand
enabling Kawamata to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman throws a right hand that Kawamata ducks under and follows up with a left that Kawamata also avoids with ease.
Randleman blocks the body kick.
Kawamata catches Randleman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#KD2#
Randleman drops Kawamata with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kawamata looks back up at him and smiles so Randleman waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Kawamata is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kawamata moves away from the strike by Randleman.
Kawamata was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kawamata ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kawamata tries to land a front kick but Randleman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Randleman lands with a right hand.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Kawamata sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kawamata thinks about countering with a body kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Randleman misses with a body kick.
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Kawamata will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kawamata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kawamata wants to clinch but Randleman slips to the side
and Randleman counters with a right hand to the body.
Randleman swings for the body but Kawamata moves out of range.
Randleman scores with a kick to the body.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kawamata moves away.
Kento Kawamata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kawamata doesn't manage to clinch there - Randleman circles away.
Randleman with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kawamata closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kawamata pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Randleman punishes Kawamata's body with a nice straight punch.#KD2#
Randleman drops Kawamata with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kawamata looks back up at him and smiles so Randleman waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Oh Kawamata is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Randleman throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kawamata is aggressively charging in as Randleman backs up avoiding any damage. Randleman tosses out a jab and Kawamata runs right into it face first! Kawamata is out cold! Randleman dropped down on all fours and is barking in Kawamata's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman 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: SYN Supernova XII
Date: Apr 24, 2022

#R1#
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but Gustafsson is just out of range.
Gustafsson 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.
Gustafsson fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gustafsson.
Gustafsson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Randleman appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Simon Gustafsson. 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.
Randleman throws a sloppy body shot #TD#
and Gustafsson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Randleman!
Randleman tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Gustafsson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T1#
Randleman is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gustafsson is nestled in close to Randleman, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Gustafsson wants to work for an arm triangle but Randleman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gustafsson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Gustafsson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Gustafsson seems to be looking for submissions.
Randleman tries to get to full guard but Gustafsson has control of the leg. #T2##SUB#
Gustafsson is looking for a kimura here.
Randleman is looking for a sweep. Gustafsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Gustafsson wants to work for an arm triangle but Randleman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Gustafsson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Gustafsson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Randleman has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gustafsson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Gustafsson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Randleman's head. #SUB#
Gustafsson seems to be working for a kimura but Randleman defends the submission attempt.
Randleman is positioning himself well to prevent Gustafsson advancing to mount.
Gustafsson throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Randleman to regain full guard.
Gustafsson throws a big elbow that misses.
Gustafsson stands and throws Randleman's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Gustafsson misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Gustafsson lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB#
Gustafsson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Randleman, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gustafsson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
Gustafsson postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Gustafsson in side control lands a decent elbow.
Gustafsson lands a nice forearm strike. #SUB#
Gustafsson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The ground and pound from Gustafsson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Gustafsson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Gustafsson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Simon Gustafsson dominated that round.
That's time! Gustafsson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Randleman throws a sloppy head kick and Gustafsson moves out of range easily.
Gustafsson dives in for a single leg takedown but Randleman sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Randleman lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD#
Gustafsson has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Randleman uses from the top position.
Randleman preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Gustafsson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gustafsson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Randleman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Randleman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gustafsson keeping full guard, as Randleman tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1##SUB#
Gustafsson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Randleman passes into half guard. #SUB#
Gustafsson looking for submissions off his back.
Gustafsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Gustafsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gustafsson throws a sloppy strike from the bottom. He's now off balance and Randleman manages to pass to side control.
Gustafsson regains half guard.
Randleman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gustafsson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Gustafsson manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Gustafsson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Randleman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Gustafsson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Randleman defends well.
Gustafsson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Gustafsson throws his legs up looking for a submission but Randleman uses it to pass to side control. #T3#
Gustafsson is looking for a sweep.
Gustafsson is not content to let Randleman control the position.
Gustafsson trying to remain calm as Randleman controls from the top position.
Gustafsson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Randleman's best efforts.
Randleman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gustafsson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Gustafsson has his foot on Randleman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Randleman works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Gustafsson looking for a triangle here. Randleman is fighting it but it looks tight! Gustafsson pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Randleman is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Simon Gustafsson!

Event: SYN 890 O'Neill vs. Randleman
Date: Apr 02, 2022

#R1#
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Good standup being displayed there by ONeill as he connects with a hook.
ONeill scoring well with a low kick there.
ONeill gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Randleman 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.
ONeill takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The fighters circling - ONeill throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
ONeill connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
ONeill misses with a low kick.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
Randleman gets off balance looking for a body kick
and ONeill counters with a good low kick that Randleman was not able to check.
ONeill moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
ONeill fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck ONeill on the side of the head.
ONeill looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman connects with a body shot.
ONeill throws a sloppy body shot
and Randleman counters with a good low kick that ONeill was not able to check.
ONeill misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a nice low kick that buckles ONeill's knee momentarily.#T1#
ONeill needs to keep his hands up - Randleman had a free shot at his head there.
ONeill walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from ONeill.
ONeill thumps Randleman with a low kick.
Randleman misses the jab.
Randleman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before ONeill can pounce on him.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and ONeill counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
ONeill lands with a nice body punch.
ONeill misses with a looping left.
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by ONeill.
Randleman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
ONeill displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Randleman throws out the jab.
ONeill lands a nice looking kick to the body. Randleman takes a step back to recover.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
ONeill throws a quick inside leg kick.
Randleman takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
ONeill tried to score with a low kick but Randleman checks it.#T2#
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but ONeill is just out of range.
ONeill avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
ONeill jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
ONeill blocks a jab.
ONeill pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Randleman misses with the body kick
and ONeill counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Randleman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by ONeill.
Randleman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
ONeill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
ONeill lands a nice shot to the body.
ONeill lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Randleman misses with the body kick
and ONeill counters with a nice leg kick.
ONeill throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
ONeill throws a quick inside leg kick.
ONeill lands with a thumping leg kick.
Randleman is looking to land body kicks.
ONeill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T3#
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but ONeill is just out of range.
Randleman scores with a body shot.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. ONeill moves away and avoids it.
ONeill is looking to counter punch.
An inside leg kick lands from Randleman.
ONeill cracks Randleman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nice body kick there by ONeill.
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Randleman slips a straight right by ONeill.
ONeill scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Randleman takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
ONeill throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but ONeill is out of range.
ONeill misses with a leg kick.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
ONeill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks ONeill off balance momentarily.
Nice defenses there by Randleman.#T4#
Randleman lands a jab to ONeill's midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
ONeill walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Randleman checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
ONeill slips a straight right by Randleman.
ONeill throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Randleman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Randleman on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but ONeill moved out of range nicely.
ONeill ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
ONeill moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
ONeill chopping away at his opponent's legs.
ONeill connects with a single shot there.
ONeill throws a low kick but Randleman avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Randleman slips a straight right by ONeill.
Some bone on bone action there as Randleman checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
ONeill bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Randleman's head.
Randleman takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Randleman finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dempsey ONeill dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Randleman connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
ONeill moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
A punch lands to the side of ONeill 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Randleman tries to land a front kick but ONeill steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nice shot by ONeill.
ONeill lands a slapping body shot.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks ONeill off balance momentarily.
ONeill jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
ONeill misses with a low kick as Randleman jumps back.
ONeill misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a nice body shot.
Randleman misses with a head kick.
ONeill scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
ONeill wants to slow Randleman down by chopping away at his legs.
Randleman bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman replies with a solid counter kick to the body but ONeill blocks it well.
ONeill attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
ONeill just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as ONeill throws out the jab. #T1#
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Randleman connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
ONeill lands with a nice body punch.
Randleman moves out of range as ONeill strikes.
Randleman's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
ONeill rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a thumping low kick.
Randleman throws a leg kick that misses.
A jab from ONeill does it's job there.
Randleman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on ONeill. That did some damage!
Randleman ducks right into an uppercut from ONeill.
Randleman is looking to score with low kicks.
ONeill closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Randleman pushes ONeill away with a front kick.
Dempsey ONeill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
ONeill on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
ONeill tried to score with a low kick but Randleman checks it.
Randleman is looking to slow ONeill down with leg kicks.
ONeill throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
ONeill misses with a hook to the body
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
ONeill misses with an uppercut.
ONeill looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Randleman throws a chopping leg kick but ONeill manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
ONeill tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Randleman is able to avoid easily.
ONeill lands with a cross.
ONeill pushes Randleman away with a front kick.
ONeill waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract ONeill.
Dempsey ONeill is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman throws a quick inside leg kick.
A jab from ONeill misses.
ONeill is looking to land body kicks.
ONeill will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Randleman checks the leg kick nicely there.
Randleman moves out of range as ONeill strikes.
ONeill loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
ONeill misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by ONeill. #T3#
ONeill throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
ONeill thows a leg kick but Randleman checks it
and Randleman counters with an outside leg kick.
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on ONeill's shoulder, as ONeill tries to avoid the shot.
ONeill looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
ONeill misses with a kick to the body.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but ONeill moved out of range nicely.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
ONeill scores with a nice strike.
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
ONeill avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping ONeill at a distance.
Randleman scores with the left hand. ONeill knows he should have avoided that one.
ONeill ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
ONeill loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
ONeill throws a low kick but it's checked well by Randleman.
Randleman let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
ONeill moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman throws the left hand but ONeill avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
ONeill looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice leg kick lands there from ONeill.
ONeill misses with a low kick.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from ONeill.
Randleman feints and then cracks ONeill's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow ONeill down.
ONeill moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
ONeill tried to counter with a leg kick but Randleman avoided it.
ONeill throws a body shot but no joy.
ONeill throws a jab but it's blocked by Randleman.
ONeill bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman misses with a leg kick.
Randleman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from ONeill.
Randleman lands a really nice looking cross but ONeill seems unphased.
ONeill works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Randleman checks a leg kick.
ONeill ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Randy Randleman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
ONeill slips under a jab.
Randleman takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by ONeill.
Randleman blocks a leg kick.
ONeill throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a right hand to the body.
Randleman lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A slow jab from ONeill misses its intended target.
ONeill avoids a kick to the body.
ONeill throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
ONeill takes a body punch but keeps moving.
ONeill throws a half hearted mid kick.
ONeill misses with a leg kick.
ONeill steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
ONeill missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman is trying to counter with his kicks.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from ONeill.
ONeill lands with an uppercut that bounces Randleman off the cage and back into range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Randleman.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
ONeill throws a hook but Randleman avoids it easily.
ONeill paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
ONeill waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
A leg kick checked by ONeill.
An attempted straight right counter from ONeill misses the target.
ONeill misses with a looping right.
Randleman scores with a jab. ONeill acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by ONeill.
Randleman slips a jab from ONeill.
ONeill rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A low kick lands for ONeill.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
ONeill misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman ducks right into an uppercut from ONeill.
ONeill throws a good cross that connects.
ONeill lands with a nice body kick.
ONeill waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman takes one to the side of the head. #T2#
A nice leg kick from ONeill, right into the meat of the thigh.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
ONeill scores with a nice strike.
Randleman connects with an inside leg kick.
ONeill throws a leg kick but Randleman checks it.
Randleman throws out a counter right but ONeill avoids it with no problem.
ONeill throws a big shot that misses.
ONeill lands a leg kick that knocks Randleman off balance momentarily.
ONeill throws a low kick but Randleman moves out of range easily.
ONeill on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Randleman checks a leg kick nicely.
ONeill takes a jab right on the kisser.
ONeill listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
ONeill throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Randleman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Randleman slips a jab from ONeill.
And Randleman responds with a good body kick, but ONeill manages to step out the way in time.
Randleman throws a body punch but ONeill moves out of range.
Randleman has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from ONeill.#T3#
ONeill getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
ONeill is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
ONeill scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Randleman doesn't seem bothered though.
ONeill pivots, looking for a leg kick but Randleman is out of range and ONeill settles back down.
ONeill jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman throws a chopping leg kick but ONeill manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
ONeill looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
ONeill loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Randleman has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on ONeill's shoulder, as ONeill tries to avoid the shot.
ONeill listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract ONeill.
A nice inside leg kick there by ONeill. That's going to slow Randleman down.
ONeill takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
ONeill throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman throws the kick towards the body but ONeill avoids it.
A leg kick checked by ONeill.#T4#
ONeill misses with a leg kick.
ONeill tried to score with a low kick but Randleman checks it.
ONeill throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
ONeill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice cross by ONeill.
Randleman throws a leg kick that is checked
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
ONeill on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
ONeill swinging wildly here.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A shot to the body from Randleman misses
and ONeill counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Randleman avoids the body shot from ONeill.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Randleman checks a leg kick.
Good work by Randleman as he checks the leg kick.
ONeill wants to slow Randleman down by chopping away at his legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dempsey ONeill clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
ONeill loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
A countering left hand to the body from Randleman misses.
ONeill misses with a hook
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
ONeill throws a jab but it's blocked by Randleman.
ONeill scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Randleman with a nice cross.
ONeill lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
ONeill throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Randleman scoring well with a low kick there.
Randleman connects with a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
A jab from ONeill misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
ONeill scoring well with a low kick there.
ONeill sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Randleman checks a leg kick.
ONeill delivers a nice body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman moves out of range as ONeill strikes.
Randleman moves away from the strike by ONeill. #T1#
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
ONeill tries to score with a low kick but Randleman moves his leg out of the way.
ONeill misses with a leg kick
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Randleman feints and then cracks ONeill's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow ONeill down.
ONeill just misses with a punch to the body.
ONeill fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A slow jab from ONeill misses its intended target.
Randleman thuds a left hand into ONeill's body.
Randleman checks a leg kick.
Randleman tries a quick counter leg kick but ONeill is wise to it.
ONeill throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
ONeill walks into a left hand.
ONeill feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Randlemans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A head kick misses from Randleman.
ONeill throws a big shot that misses.
ONeill tries to score with a low kick but Randleman moves his leg out of the way.
Randleman cracks ONeill with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T2#
Randleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
ONeill throws a nice outside leg kick.
Randleman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before ONeill can pounce on him.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on ONeill's shoulder, as ONeill tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman scores with a push kick.
Randleman blocks a jab.
Randleman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
ONeill connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Randleman scores with a leg kick.
Randleman throws a quick inside leg kick.
Randleman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and ONeill has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Randleman delivers a nice body kick.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman slips a jab from ONeill.#T3#
ONeill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman scores with a jab to the head.
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on ONeill's shoulder, as ONeill tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman tries to land a front kick but ONeill steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Randleman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from ONeill.
ONeill lands with an overhand left.
A solid body kick from ONeill.
The fighters circling - ONeill throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
ONeill throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman takes a swing at ONeill's ribcage but misses.
ONeill throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Randleman slips a jab from ONeill.
A big left from ONeill misses.
ONeill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
ONeill connects with a jab.#T4#
ONeill lands a leg kick that knocks Randleman off balance momentarily.
Randleman missing with a left hand there. ONeill was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by ONeill.
Randleman let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
ONeill lands a nice leg kick that just misses Randleman's sensitive parts.
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!
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
ONeill throws a body kick that misses
and Randleman counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from ONeill.
Nice uppercut lands for Randleman. That snapped ONeill's head back.
Randleman throws the left hand but ONeill avoids the punch easily.
ONeill throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
ONeill staying out of range there.
Randleman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Randleman throws a low kick but ONeill avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Randy Randleman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
ONeill lands a slapping body shot.
Randleman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
ONeill tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from ONeill.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from ONeill.
Randleman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
ONeill throws a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Randleman.
Randleman bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of ONeill's head.
ONeill checks a low kick from Randleman.
ONeill throws a big shot that misses.
ONeill throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman blocks a low kick nicely.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
ONeill thows a leg kick but Randleman checks it
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
ONeill throws a body kick that misses
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from ONeill.
ONeill throws a low kick, looking for Randleman's leg but Randleman calmly moves out of range. #T1#
ONeill throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
ONeill misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A solid body kick from ONeill.
ONeill attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
ONeill swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Randleman steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
ONeill misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman's corner calls for a 1-2. Randleman obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
ONeill looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
ONeill throws a leg kick that is checked
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Randleman swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Randleman throws a low kick but ONeill avoids it.
Randleman lands with a straight right. ONeill didn't see that one coming.
ONeill doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from ONeill.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
A low kick from ONeill is predictable there
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman connects with a solid leg kick.
ONeill just misses with a punch to the body.
ONeill tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from ONeill.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
ONeill throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
ONeill keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
ONeill moves into range and connects with a jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Randleman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
ONeill tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
ONeill throws a jab but it's blocked by Randleman.
ONeill works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Randleman blocks a jab.
ONeill blocks the body kick. #T3#
ONeill throws a right hand that misses
and ONeill takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice cross by Randleman.
Randleman throws a body punch but ONeill moves out of range.
Randleman misses with a body kick.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
ONeill takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
ONeill throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
ONeill throws a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a good, hard body kick but ONeill shrugs it off.
ONeill throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
ONeill keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
ONeill throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
ONeill connects with a good right hand that stumbles Randleman. Randleman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Randleman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but ONeill was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
ONeill misses with a looping right.#T4#
ONeill with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Randleman checks a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from ONeill.
ONeill on the wrong end of a nice hook.
ONeill misses with an attempted mid kick.
ONeill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
ONeill looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A nice side step and Randleman releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Randleman blocks a low kick nicely.
Randleman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before ONeill can pounce on him.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from ONeill.
ONeill throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Nice defenses there by ONeill.
Randleman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
ONeill misses with a looping right.
ONeill misses with a body kick.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 47:48
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 47:48
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randleman!
A very excited looking Randy Randleman 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: HFC 124 - Randleman vs Krylov
Date: Mar 12, 2022

#R1#
Randleman misses with a leg kick
and Krylov counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman lands a nice looking body kick.
Krylov swings widly with a right hand
and Krylov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Boris Krylov has been cut.
Krylov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Krylov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Krylov looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Krylov throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman throws a lazy right hand but Krylov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Krylov misses with a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a leg kick. #T1#
Krylov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Krylov moves out of range of the body kick from Randleman.
Krylov throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Krylov throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Randleman throws a leg kick
and Krylov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Krylov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Krylov throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Krylov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
Krylov misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Krylov's head but Krylov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A left lands for Krylov.
Krylov misses with a body shot.
Randleman staying out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Randleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Krylov counters with a three punch combo that has Randleman backing up. Randleman nods at Krylov to acknowledge the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Krylov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T3#
Randleman thows a leg kick but Krylov checks it
and Krylov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A nice leg kick from Randleman, right into the meat of the thigh.
Randleman fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Krylov counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Krylov avoids the body shot from Randleman. #T4#
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Krylov.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Randleman slips a jab from Krylov.
Randleman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Krylov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Krylov backs away, Randleman returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Krylov misses with an uppercut.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Randleman throws a hook but Krylov avoids it easily.
Krylov misses with a straight right.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Krylov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Boris Krylov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Krylov throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
Krylov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Randleman lands with a good body shot.
Jab, jab by Krylov - just one landing.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Krylov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krylov misses with a double jab.
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Krylov counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Randleman bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Randleman throws a nice outside leg kick.
Randleman misses with a leg kick
and Krylov counters with a body kick.
Randleman looks to land a body kick but Krylov moved away.
Krylov follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Randleman moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Krylov.
Krylov ducks right into an uppercut from Randleman.
Krylov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Krylov thows a left - swing and a miss!
As Krylov backs away, Randleman returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Krylov throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Krylov moves out of range as Randleman throws a body kick.
Krylov throws a big shot that misses.
Krylov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#That has opened up Boris Krylov's cut even more.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Krylov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Randleman's sensitive parts.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Krylov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T3#
Randleman throws a body kick that misses.
Randleman lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Krylov scores with a body shot.
Krylov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Randleman, as that shot connected.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T4#
A low kick from Krylov is predictable there
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Randleman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Krylov stalks Randleman and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Randleman's face. Randleman staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT2#It looks like Randy Randleman has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Krylov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Randleman throws out a loose jab but Krylov uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Boris Krylov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Randleman blocks a leg kick.
Krylov misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Krylov misses with a low kick.
Randleman half committed to a counter leg kick.
Randleman jabs at Krylov's body.
Krylov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Randleman.
Randleman appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Randleman blocks the leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Krylov misses.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Boris Krylov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Randleman scores with a body shot.
Krylov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Randleman connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Krylov scrambles back to his feet.
Krylov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Krylov throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Krylov was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
A little jabbing left from Krylov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Randleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Krylov counters with a slapping leg kick. #T2#
A punch lands to the side of Krylov 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT#The cut above Boris Krylov's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A punch combination from Krylov misses.
Krylov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Krylov duly obliges.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman throws an off balance right hand
and Krylov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Randleman moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Krylov.#T3#
Randleman scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Krylov throws a right and a left that both miss.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Krylov.
Krylov is looking to chop away at Randleman's legs.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Krylov.
Krylov throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Krylov counter with a right hand. #T4#
Randleman throws a leg kick
and Krylov counters with a series of strikes. Randleman will be more careful next time no doubt.
Randleman stuns Krylov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Randleman walks into a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Krylov scores with a nice strike.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Krylov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman connects with a looping right hand. #CUT#Boris Krylov's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Krylov avoids the body shot from Randleman.
Krylov is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Boris Krylov just about did enough to take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Krylov throws a sloppy head kick and Randleman moves out of range easily.
Krylov misses with a few strikes there.
Krylov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Krylov connects with a jab.
Krylov misses with a right hand
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman scores with a nice strike.
Randleman cracks Krylov on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Krylov falls backwards against the cage. Randleman follows up with more strikes that drop Krylov to his knees. Randleman keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Krylov! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Randy Randleman 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: HFC 121 - Higgins vs Randleman
Date: Feb 12, 2022

#R1#
Higgins connects with a crisp jab.
Higgins 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.
Higgins misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a nice body kick.
Randleman defending well as Higgins loads up on a big left hand.
Higgins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Higgins.
A nice side step and Randleman releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Higgins ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Higgins dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Higgins misses with a jab to the body
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
Randleman has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A low kick from Higgins misses
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Lou Higgins has been cut.
Randleman feints and then cracks Higgins's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Higgins down.
Randleman plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Randleman takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
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 slapping body kick lands there for Randleman.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Higgins.
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Randleman slips under a jab.
Higgins throws a leg kick that misses.
Randleman feints a counter leg kick.
Higgins swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Higgins misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Randleman counters with a slapping leg kick.
Higgins misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with an inside leg kick.
Higgins throws a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Higgins checks a low kick from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a straight left.
Higgins moves away from the strike by Randleman.
A quick step to the side and Higgins tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
Higgins fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Higgins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Randleman appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Randleman defending well as Higgins loads up on a big left hand.
A jab from Higgins does it's job there.
Higgins rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Higgins throws a front kick aimed at Randleman's knee but Randleman avoids it well.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Higgins moved out of range nicely.
Higgins throwing a counter right hand but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Higgins takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Randleman moves out of range as Higgins strikes.
Randleman counters with a body kick.
Higgins throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
Higgins lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Higgins. #T3#
Higgins on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Randleman throws a predictable looking body shot
and Higgins counters with a stiff right hand.
Higgins misses with a hook.
Randleman feints a counter leg kick.
Higgins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Higgins throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Higgins fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Randleman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Good leg kick by Randleman.
Higgins scores with the left hand. Randleman knows he should have avoided that one.
Higgins misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Higgins. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman tries a quick counter leg kick but Higgins is wise to it.
Randleman throws the left hand but Higgins avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Higgins throws a solid leg kick but Randleman takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Higgins.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Higgins cracks Randleman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Higgins throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Higgins thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little jabbing left from Randleman on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Higgins's jab looks to have found its range, popping Randleman under the eye.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses.
Higgins half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Higgins.
Higgins turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Higgins manages to avoid it.
Higgins throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Lou Higgins will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lou Higgins's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Higgins misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Higgins throws a low kick but Randleman avoids it.
Higgins missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Randleman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Higgins works the jab nicely.#KD2#
Randleman lands a big uppercut and Higgins crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Higgins looks OK. Randleman waves Higgins back to his feet!#ROC2#Higgins is rocked!
A low kick from Higgins misses
and Randleman counters with a right hand from hell and Higgins is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman is the new light heavyweight champion!
Randy Randleman bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: HFC 117 - Randleman vs Higgins
Date: Jan 15, 2022

#R1#
Randleman feints and then cracks Higgins's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Higgins down.
Higgins misses with a straight right.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Higgins looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Higgins drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Higgins fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Higgins scores with a punch to the head.
Randleman thows a leg kick but Higgins checks it
enabling Higgins to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Randleman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Higgins ducks down to avoid it.
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Higgins throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Higgins throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Higgins steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Higgins lands a really nice looking cross but Randleman seems unphased.
Randleman lands a right hook to the body. #T1#
Higgins throws a hook but Randleman avoids it easily.
Randleman throws a low kick but Higgins avoids it.
Higgins throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman misses with a looping right.
Higgins pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice body punch from Higgins.
Higgins tries to close the distance and clinch but Randleman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Higgins sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Randleman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Higgins fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Randleman throws a hook but Higgins blocks it.
Higgins throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Higgins lands a slapping body shot.
Randleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Higgins looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Higgins fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
That kick from Randleman tenderised Higgins's leg. Higgins is trying to keep his angry face on.
A jab from Higgins finds it's way through Randleman's defenses. #T2#
Randleman moves out of range as Higgins strikes.
Randleman throws a lazy head kick
and Higgins counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman lands a head kick. Higgins smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Higgins throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman blocks a jab.
Higgins takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Higgins looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Higgins throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Randleman on the side of the head.
Randleman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Higgins pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman misses with the body kick
and Higgins counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Randleman.
Randleman 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.
Higgins tries to clinch up.#T3#
Nice shot by Randleman.
Higgins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Higgins is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Randleman with a body shot.
Randleman is looking to land body kicks.
Higgins let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Higgins counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Higgins missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Higgins cracks a nice hook into Randleman's ribs.
Randleman lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as Randleman lands an impressive looking overhand right. Higgins doesn't seem phased though.
Randleman throws the left hand but Higgins avoids the punch easily.
Randleman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fighters circling - Randleman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Higgins! But no joy.
Higgins slips under a jab.
Randleman lands with a thumping leg kick.
A low kick from Randleman misses
letting Higgins counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Higgins throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Higgins looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Randleman throws a jab but it's blocked by Higgins.
Randleman shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Higgins! But no joy.
Higgins lands a jab to the nose.
A swing and a miss from Higgins.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
A nice side step and Higgins releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A telegraphed right hand from Randleman misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
Higgins wants to counter the offense by Randleman and move into the clinch position.
Higgins throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Higgins throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Randleman throws out a loose jab but Higgins uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Higgins, as that shot connected.
Randleman throws a half hearted mid kick.
Higgins looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Higgins avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lou Higgins 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#
Randleman cracks Higgins with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Higgins.
Higgins dips to his left and cracks Randleman with an uppercut!
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Higgins moved out of range nicely.
Higgins misses the shot to the body.
Higgins throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
Higgins throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a good low kick that Higgins was not able to check.
Higgins getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Higgins off balance momentarily.
Lou Higgins seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Higgins swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Higgins darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Higgins fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman thows a body kick. Higgins tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Randleman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Higgins misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Randleman lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Some wild striking there from Randleman.
Randleman stuns Higgins with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Higgins looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Higgins ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Higgins takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Randleman scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses
and Higgins counters with a nice uppercut.
Higgins with a jab.
Higgins missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Higgins scores with a jab.
Higgins ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
A little jabbing left from Higgins on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Higgins has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Randleman.
Randleman throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Higgins slips a jab from Randleman.
Randleman lands with a shot to the body.
Higgins swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Randleman.
Higgins lands a right hook to the body.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Higgins.
Higgins fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Higgins.
Randleman appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A jab from Higgins misses.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Higgins throws out the jab.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Randleman.
Higgins uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.#T3#
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Higgins keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Higgins.
Higgins misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with an outside leg kick.
Higgins fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Higgins throws a body shot but no joy.
Higgins lands a slapping body shot.
Higgins jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Higgins misses the jab.
Higgins lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Randleman connects with a solid leg kick.
A big left from Randleman misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Higgins misses.
A lazy left from Randleman finds it's target.
Higgins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Higgins.
Higgins lands the left hand.#T4#
Higgins moves out of range of the body kick from Randleman.
Higgins slips a jab from Randleman.
Higgins swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Higgins connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Higgins digs a good body shot into Randleman's ribs.
Higgins's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A slapping leg kick lands for Randleman.
Randleman throws the left hand but Higgins avoids the punch easily.
Randleman looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Higgins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Higgins.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Higgins.
Higgins takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Higgins takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Randleman slips a straight right by Higgins.
An inside leg kick lands from Randleman.
Higgins lands with a good body shot.
Randleman throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Higgins keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lou Higgins will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Higgins jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Randleman lands the left hand.
Higgins lands with a good body shot.
Higgins bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Higgins throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Higgins.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Higgins.
Higgins misses with an uppercut.
Randleman half committed to a counter leg kick.
Higgins takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Higgins throws out the jab.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Higgins.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Higgins misses its intended target.
Randleman swings away with a body shot that misses
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Higgins saw that one coming.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Higgins.
Higgins avoids the body shot from Randleman. #T1#
Higgins misses with a body shot.
Higgins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Higgins misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Higgins does a little dance to reset his feet.
An inside leg kick lands from Randleman.
Higgins moves out of range of the body kick from Randleman.
Randleman tries to land a front kick but Higgins steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Randleman defending well as Higgins loads up on a big left hand.
Higgins scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Randleman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Higgins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Higgins with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Randleman thumps Higgins with a low kick.
Higgins misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a three punch combo that has Higgins backing up. Higgins nods at Randleman to acknowledge the strikes.#T2#
Higgins misses the body punch
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Higgins. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Higgins misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Higgins throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Higgins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Higgins.
Randleman is looking to land body kicks.
Higgins thows a left - swing and a miss!
Higgins throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Randleman misses with a head kick.
Randleman misses with a double jab
and Higgins cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Higgins throws a shot to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Randleman. Higgins shrugs it off though.
Randleman misses with a left hand
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Randleman explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Randleman throws the kick towards the body but Higgins avoids it.
Randleman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Higgins has a takedown stuffed.
Higgins defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
Randleman throws a push kick but Higgins slaps the foot to one side.
Higgins misses with a looping right.
Randleman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Higgins takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Randleman lands a nice leg kick that just misses Higgins's sensitive parts.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Higgins.
Higgins ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.#T4#
Higgins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Higgins.
Higgins waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
A looping hook to the body misses from Higgins. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman cracks Higgins with a good jab.
Randleman with a hook.
Higgins misses with an uppercut.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Higgins lands a nice hook to Randleman's body. Randleman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Higgins jabs at Randleman's body.
Randleman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Higgins tests Randleman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on Higgins's shoulder, as Higgins tries to avoid the shot.
Higgins stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Randleman.
Higgins misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Higgins throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Lou Higgins just about did enough to take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Randleman tries to land a leg kick but Higgins saw it coming and moves away.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Higgins is out of range.
Randleman defending well as Higgins loads up on a big left hand.
Higgins jabs at Randleman's body.
Higgins uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
A countering left hand to the body from Higgins misses.
Higgins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Higgins checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Higgins.
A thudding body kick lands there by Randleman!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A head kick misses from Randleman.
Higgins tests Randleman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Randleman connects with a body shot that sends Higgins's belly button to the back.#T1#
A jab from Randleman misses.
Higgins throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Higgins lands a body shot.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Higgins ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Higgins.
Decent striking displayed by Higgins there.
Higgins swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Randleman misses its target.
Higgins is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Randleman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Higgins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Higgins.
Randleman misses with a body kick.
Higgins looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Higgins throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Higgins.
Randleman is looking to counter with a body kick.
A cross from Higgins lands.
Higgins defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
A nice side step and Higgins releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Higgins misses with a straight left.
Higgins cracks Randleman with a good jab.
Higgins scores with a hook.
Higgins blocks a leg kick.
Higgins bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Randleman's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Higgins. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Higgins looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Higgins misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Higgins moves away.
Randleman takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Randleman slips a jab from Higgins.#T3#
Higgins uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
A combination from Randleman does no damage.
Higgins on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Higgins sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Randleman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Higgins throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Higgins thuds a left hand into Randleman's body.
Higgins ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman connects with a leg kick.
Randleman misses with a right hand
and Higgins counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Randleman scores with a leg kick.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Randleman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Randleman throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Higgins. That did some damage!
Higgins wants to clinch up but Randleman keeps it at a distance.
Higgins has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Randleman.
Higgins throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Higgins.
Randleman tried to counter with a leg kick but Higgins avoided it.
Randleman lands a nice shot that snaps Higgins's head back.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Higgins was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Higgins throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Higgins takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Higgins.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Randy Randleman will probably get the nod.
That's time! Randleman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Randleman slips a jab from Higgins.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Higgins swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Randleman.
Higgins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Higgins lands the left hand.
Higgins changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Higgins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Higgins.
Randleman turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Higgins tries to clinch but Randleman is having none of it.
Higgins throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Higgins misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Higgins drops his hands momentarily and Randleman takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A jab from Higgins misses.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Higgins moves away.
Higgins works the jab nicely.
Higgins avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Randleman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Randleman throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Higgins.
Randleman connects with a looping right hand.
Higgins takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Higgins throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Higgins thinking.
Higgins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
No joy there for Randleman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Higgins lands a lovely overhand right.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Higgins ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Higgins throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Higgins lands with an uppercut that bounces Randleman off the cage and back into range.
Higgins loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Randy Randleman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Higgins avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice cross by Randleman.
Higgins moves out of range as Randleman throws a body kick.
A little jabbing left from Higgins on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Higgins loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Randleman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Higgins manages to avoid it.
Higgins throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Randleman on the side of the head.
Randleman lands a glancing blow to the side of Higgins's head.
Higgins misses with a wild body shot.
Higgins connects with the punch.
A cross from Higgins lands.
Higgins with a nice cross.#T3#
Higgins lands a body shot.
Higgins dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Higgins counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Higgins looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Higgins keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
Randleman throws a body punch but Higgins moves out of range.
Lou Higgins is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Higgins misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a nice low kick that buckles Higgins's knee momentarily.
Randleman misses with a hook.
Higgins lands a nice looking body shot.
Higgins defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
Higgins checks the leg kick nicely there.
Randleman fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Higgins lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Randleman at a distance. #T4#
Randleman misses with a straight right.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Randleman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman throws a hook but Higgins blocks it.
Randleman misses with a jab to the body
and Higgins counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Randleman takes a swing at Higgins's ribcage but misses.
Randleman walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Higgins checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Higgins lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Randleman swings away with a body shot that misses
and Higgins cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Randleman throws a body punch but Higgins moves out of range.
Randleman connects with the punch.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Higgins.
A cross from Higgins lands.
Randleman looks for the body kick but Higgins saw that one coming.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 45:50
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 48:47
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 46:50

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Lou Higgins!
Lou Higgins is the new light heavyweight champion!
A victorious Lou Higgins thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HFC 113 - McGuire vs Randleman
Date: Dec 11, 2021

#R1#
McGuire scores with a jab. Randleman acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Randleman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McGuire.
Randleman misses with a body punch
and McGuire counters with a solid body kick.
McGuire moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.
Randleman is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McGuire with a body shot.
Randleman scoring well with a low kick there. #CL#
McGuire closes the distance and pushes Randleman back into the cage.
Randleman scores with a nice hook to the head.
McGuire misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Randleman.
A left hand lands to the body for McGuire.
McGuire swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Randleman.
Randleman stalling against the cage.
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McGuire is trying to break the clinch but Randleman is controlling him.#BC2#
Randleman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Randleman throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire connects with a jab.
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.
McGuire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McGuire throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McGuire tries a head kick but it misses.
Randleman throws a big counter head kick but McGuire avoids it with no problem.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Randleman moves away from the strike by McGuire.
Nice uppercut lands for McGuire. That snapped Randleman's head back.
McGuire throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A punch combination from McGuire misses.
Randleman only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by McGuire. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McGuire.#T2#
McGuire lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Randleman slips a jab from McGuire.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuire throws a sloppy head kick
and Randleman counters with a thumping low kick.
McGuire misses with a body shot.
A good leg kick by McGuire.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A punch lands to the side of McGuire 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Randleman avoids the body shot from McGuire.
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Randleman fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Randleman lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The fighters circling - McGuire throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McGuire scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Randleman scores with a nice right hand.
Randleman looks for the body kick but McGuire saw that one coming.
Ralph McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGuire closes the distance looking to clinch
and Randleman counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McGuire misses with a looping left.
McGuire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
A lazy body kick from McGuire
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Randleman takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
McGuire swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A decent looking body kick lands there for McGuire.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire walks into a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. McGuire does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman avoids the body shot from McGuire.
McGuire ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
McGuire fails in his attempt to clinch.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McGuire misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
McGuire misses with a hook.
McGuire scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A thudding body kick lands there by Randleman!
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 Ralph McGuire 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#
McGuire throws a chopping leg kick but Randleman manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McGuire throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
A swing and a miss from McGuire.
Randleman throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McGuire bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McGuire.
Ralph McGuire is winning the standup battle so far.
McGuire throws a left and a right that both miss
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Randleman throws a head kick that half lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire tries a low kick but Randleman avoids it.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGuire throws out the jab.
Randleman throws a series of punches but McGuire avoids them all with ease.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuire moves away.#T1#
McGuire gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A head kick misses from McGuire.
McGuire takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McGuire lands a lovely overhand right.
McGuire bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Randleman misses the jab.
McGuire throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Randleman connects with a body shot that sends McGuire's belly button to the back.
McGuire tries to clinch up.
Randleman turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
McGuire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from McGuire.
McGuire fails to land with a series of punches.
Randleman appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman works the jab nicely.
McGuire misses with a shot to the body
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
McGuire swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#KD2#
Randleman lands a big head kick that sends McGuire tumbling to the mat! Randleman takes a step backwards and waves McGuire back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#McGuire is rocked!
McGuire drops his hands momentarily. Randleman doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. McGuire staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. McGuire doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman is the new light heavyweight champion!
Randy Randleman 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: HFC 109 - Bigg vs Washington
Date: Nov 13, 2021

#R1#
Weismuller throws a series of punches but Randleman avoids them all with ease.
Randleman is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Randleman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Weismuller. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Weismuller moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Weismuller tests Randleman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Weismuller lands a nice hook to Randleman's body. Randleman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Randleman slips a straight right by Weismuller.
Randleman appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.
Weismuller wants to clinch up but Randleman keeps it at a distance.
Weismuller scores with a jab to the body.
Weismuller throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
We've been told by Randleman's head coaches at GWad's Playpen that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Weismuller throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Tommy Weismuller has been cut.
Randleman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
A big left from Weismuller misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Weismuller loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.#T1#
A punch lands to the side of Randleman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Weismuller misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Weismuller lands the left hand.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Randleman checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Weismuller just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRandleman.
Weismuller goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Weismuller.
Weismuller misses with an uppercut.
Weismuller just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Randleman feints and then cracks Weismuller's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Weismuller down.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tommy Weismuller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Weismuller lands a nice hook to Randleman's body. Randleman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Weismuller throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Weismuller throws a jab but it's blocked by Randleman. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman jabs Weismuller right on the nose. Weismuller blinks but takes it well.
Weismuller misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Weismuller thinking.
Weismuller scores with a shot to the body.
Weismuller takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Weismuller throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman's corner calls for a 1-2. Randleman obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Randleman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Weismuller just misses with a punch to the body.
Weismuller fails to land with a series of punches.
Weismuller throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman lands a slapping body shot.
A shot to the body from Weismuller misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Weismuller throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Weismuller lands with a right hand.
Weismuller bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Randleman's head backwards.#T3#
Weismuller misses with a looping left.
Weismuller throws a sloppy body shot
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
A left lands for Weismuller.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Weismuller.
Weismuller misses the body punch
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Weismuller misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#That has opened up Tommy Weismuller's cut even more.
Weismuller looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Weismuller.
Weismuller throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Weismuller.
Weismuller lands a jab to Randleman's midsection.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Weismuller.
Randleman connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman connects with a solid leg kick.
Weismuller ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.#T4#
Randleman takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Weismuller on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Weismuller tries to clinch there but Randleman circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.#CL2#
Weismuller moves into the clinch.
Weismuller misses with some punches.
Weismuller working aggressively here. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Weismuller throws a leg kick but Randleman checks it.
Randleman connects with a nice looking jab.
Weismuller throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Weismuller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Weismuller.
Randleman throws a quick counter head kick but Weismuller was just out of range.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Weismuller defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
Weismuller tries to close the distance and clinch up but Randleman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Weismuller tries to clinch up but Randleman circles away and keeps his distance.
Weismuller tries to work over Randleman's front leg with a kick but Randleman checks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tommy Weismuller will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tommy Weismuller's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Weismuller fails with an attempt to clinch.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Randleman catches Weismuller with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Weismuller tries to score with a low kick but Randleman moves his leg out of the way.
Weismuller tries to clinch up.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Weismuller misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
A cross from Weismuller lands.
Randleman throws a body punch but Weismuller moves out of range.
Weismuller misses with a body shot.
Weismuller tries to close the distance and clinch but Randleman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Randleman tried to counter with a leg kick but Weismuller avoided it.
Weismuller misses with a body shot.
Randleman connects with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weismuller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Weismuller misses with a jab to the body
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#The cut above Tommy Weismuller's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The fighters circling - Weismuller throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Weismuller swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman is looking to counter with head kicks.
Weismuller throws a left and a right that both miss
and Randleman counters with a nice low kick that buckles Weismuller's knee momentarily.
Weismuller is breathing heavily.#T1#
Weismuller misses with a jab to the body
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Randleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Randleman as he connects with a hook.
Randleman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Weismuller.
Randleman scores with a hook to the body. Weismuller takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Weismuller fails in his attempt to clinch.
Randleman tried to counter with a leg kick but Weismuller avoided it.
Weismuller sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Weismuller stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Randleman.
Weismuller fails with an attempt to clinch.
As Weismuller looks to move away, Randleman throws a big counter combo but Weismuller just gets out of the way.
Weismuller throws a poor cross that misses #KD#
and Randleman counters with a crisp right hand that drops Weismuller! Randleman lets Weismuller back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Weismuller is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Weismuller looks for the body kick but Randleman saw that one coming.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Weismuller.
Weismuller is still on wobbly legs! Can Randleman finish him?
Weismuller tries to clinch but Randleman moves out of range.
Weismuller seems to have recovered his senses.
Weismuller throws an off balance right hand
and Weismuller takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#Tommy Weismuller's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
BAM! Randleman delivers a spinning backfist that drops Weismuller like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman 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: HFC 104 - Sitsongrit vs Branko
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
King swings and misses with a hook to the body.
King throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
King misses with a few strikes there.
Randleman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
King throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
David King seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as King checks a leg kick.
King keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
King sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Randleman staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman misses with a kick to the body.
King throws a right hand that Randleman ducks under and follows up with a left that Randleman also avoids with ease.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
King looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.#T1#
Randleman misses with an attempted mid kick.
King swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like David King has been cut.
King swinging wildly here.
King fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but King moved out of range nicely.
King throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
A low kick lands for Randleman.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
King clobbers Randleman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
King has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
King misses with a straight left.
Randleman feinted there with a counter leg kick.
King fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.#T2#
Randleman misses with a hook
and King connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Randleman's corner calls for a 1-2. Randleman obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
King moves out of range of the body kick.
Randleman will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Randleman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Randleman tried to counter with a leg kick but King avoided it.
Randleman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
King misses with a straight right.
King tries to move into range but Randleman moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
King doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
King lands with an overhand left.
Randleman throws a push kick but King slaps the foot to one side. #T3#
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by King.
King paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
King throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses.
King throws a series of punches but Randleman avoids them all with ease.
King lands a really nice looking cross but Randleman seems unphased.
King throws a shot to the body.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. King moves away and avoids it.
King scores with a jab.
King misses the shot to the body.
Randleman throws a low kick but King avoids it.
King is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T4#
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Randleman thows a left - swing and a miss!
King misses with a body shot
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
King misses with a hook.
Randleman fires out a quick counter leg kick but King just manages to avoid it.
Nice jab there from King.
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and King counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Randleman throws a body punch but King moves out of range.
King looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
King throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
King tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from King.
King throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
King looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

David King dominated that round.
The cut man is working on David King's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
King misses with a wild body shot.
King throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
King digs a good hook to Randleman's body.
King misses with an uppercut.
King throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
King connects with a body shot.
King misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from King misses its intended target.
King ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
King takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but King manages to avoid it.
King waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Randleman feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T1#
King fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Randleman connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Randleman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
King missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for King. That snapped Randleman's head back.
King looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Randleman lands with a hook. King tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
David King seems to be getting the better of the standup.
King misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
King moves forwards but Randleman connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Randleman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A lazy left from King finds it's target.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from King.
King swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
King misses with a few strikes there.
King lands a glancing blow to the side of Randleman's head.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Randleman might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
King throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman feinted there with a counter leg kick.
King throws a jab but it's blocked by Randleman.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
King jabbing away but nothing is landing.
King lands with an overhand left.
King thuds a left hand into Randleman's body.
King takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
King displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T3#
Nice body punch from King.
King throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
King misses with an uppercut.
King fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
King lands with an uppercut that bounces Randleman off the cage and back into range.
King ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
King has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. King sees it coming and avoids it easily.
King appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but King moves away.
King throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
King throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
King jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
King misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Randleman thuds a left hand into King's body.
Randleman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Randleman listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
King checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from King.
Randleman's hands are dropping dangerously low here and King connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Randleman scrambles back to his feet.
King connects with a jab.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses.
King throws a left and a right that both miss
and Randleman counters with a huge head kick that drops King! The ref dives in to stop the fight and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
The defeated David King had this to say: 'Goin' t'pub afterwards, have a few pints & move on to the next chapter. I couldn't be mithered with it all anyway, you know what I mean? Can't be arsed'.

Event: HFC 98 - Tai Kung vs Petrov
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
Smash Machine misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Smash Machine seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Smash Machine moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.
Randleman walks into a straight right hand from Smash Machine.
Randleman throws a nice looking combination but Smash Machine bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Smash Machine moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.
Smash Machine throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Smash Machine lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Smash Machine avoids the body shot from Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Smash Machine misses.
A punch lands to the side of Smash Machine 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Smash Machine throws a chopping leg kick but Randleman manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Randleman throws out a counter right but Smash Machine avoids it with no problem.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Randleman misses with a kick to the body
and Smash Machine cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Smash Machine has time to react.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up but Randleman circles away and keeps his distance.
Nice defenses there by Smash Machine.
The fighters circling - Smash Machine throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Smash Machine attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Randleman's coach down at GWad's Playpen was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Randleman's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick.
Smash Machine lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman slips a jab from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Randleman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smash Machine paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2#
Randleman has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smash Machine tries to land a body kick
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine throws a body kick that misses
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Randleman keeps it at a distance.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Randleman is having none of it.
Smash Machine lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Smash Machine moves away and avoids it.
Smash Machine fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Randleman appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Randleman's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Smash Machine connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Randleman scrambles back to his feet.
Smash Machine misses with a body kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine closes the distance but Randleman moves to the side
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch but Randleman is avoiding it.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Smash Machine throws a nice looking combination but Randleman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A good leg kick by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Smash Machine does a little dance to reset his feet.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine connects with a body shot that sends Randleman's belly button to the back.
Randleman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Smash Machine at a distance.
Smash Machine throws a one two combo.
Randleman throws a low kick, looking for Smash Machine's leg but Smash Machine calmly moves out of range.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Smash Machine waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.#T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Randleman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Smash Machine wants to clinch but Randleman slips to the side
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice cross by Smash Machine.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Smash Machine.
Randleman was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt.
Randleman only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Smash Machine looks to clinch
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is getting worse.
Smash Machine with a hook.
Smash Machine on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Randleman. Randleman obviously looking to wear him down.
Smash Machine slips under a jab.
Nice shot lands for Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Smash Machine is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Smash Machine jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
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 Clinch King Smash Machine will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Smash Machine defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Smash Machine wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Smash Machine tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Randleman is able to avoid easily.
A jab lands there for Smash Machine.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Randleman follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#CL#
Smash Machine instigates a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Randleman's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Randleman managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Randleman throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for Randleman.
Randleman blocks the elbow strike.
Randleman dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Randleman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Smash Machine throws an elbow that misses. #T1#
Smash Machine misses with an elbow over the top.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Randleman won't want to take too many of those.#BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smash Machine throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Randleman.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Randleman circles away.
A lazy body kick from Smash Machine
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Smash Machine thinking.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Smash Machine.
Randleman only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Smash Machine connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there
and Smash Machine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine misses with a right hand
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
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!
Smash Machine swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL#
Smash Machine gets a clinch. #T2##BC2#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Randleman paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Smash Machine darts in and clinches Randleman up against the cage.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Randleman avoids it.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Randleman leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A hook to the body from Randleman.
Good body shot from Randleman.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Smash Machine is out of range.
Smash Machine connects with a body shot.
Randleman scoring well with a low kick there.
Smash Machine moves out of range of the body kick.
Smash Machine throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt. #T3#
Smash Machine closes the distance but Randleman moves to the side
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Smash Machine with a hook.
Smash Machine misses with a straight left.
A countering left hand to the body from Randleman misses.
Randleman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Randleman scores with a jab. Smash Machine acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt
and Randleman counters with a low kick, right behind Smash Machine 's knee.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman throws a push kick but Smash Machine slaps the foot to one side.
Randleman swats away the attempt to clinch by Smash Machine.#T4#
Decent striking displayed by Randleman there.
Smash Machine misses with a two punch combination.
A shot to the body from Smash Machine misses
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#Jeez, Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman connects with a body shot that sends Smash Machine's belly button to the back.
Randleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Randleman 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. #CL#
Smash Machine rushes Randleman and presses him up against the cage.
Randleman lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Randleman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Clinch King Smash Machine has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Randleman lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
That's time! Smash Machine's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Smash Machine is looking to land body kicks.
A punch lands to the side of Randleman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Smash Machine walks into a straight right hand from Randleman.
Randy Randleman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Smash Machine rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD2#
and Randleman counters with a crisp one two that drops Smash Machine! Randleman thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Smash Machine to his feet! Smash Machine is in big trouble!#ROC2#Smash Machine is rocked!
Randleman circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Smash Machine to the canvas! Smash Machine doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Randleman keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Clinch King Smash Machine had this to say: 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: HFC 91 - Leifsson vs Babinski
Date: Aug 15, 2021

#R1#
A shot to the liver by Randleman. Beautiful body shot.
Randleman scores with a hook to the body. Rytina takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rytina with a jab.
Randleman lands a body shot.
Randleman connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rytina's hands.
Rytina misses with a low kick.
Randleman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rytina avoids a kick to the body.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rytina was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
A low kick from Rytina misses
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rytina connects with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Rytina tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Randleman swings for the body but Rytina moves out of range.
Rytina moves out of range as Randleman throws a body kick.
Rytina misses with a looping left.
Randleman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rytina at a distance. #T1#
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A shot to the liver by Rytina. Beautiful body shot.
Randleman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL2#
Rytina has closed the distance and engaged Randleman in a clinch.
Rytina is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Randleman is defending well for now.
Randleman lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rytina 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.
Randleman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Randleman with the inside leg kick.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Randleman jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rytina looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice uppercut there from Randleman.
A left lands for Randleman.
Randleman is looking to wear down Rytina with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Rytina throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rytina.
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 slapping leg kick lands for Randleman.
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but Rytina is just out of range.#T2#
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Rytina's head but Rytina sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rytina counters with a leg kick.
Rytina takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A swing and a miss from Rytina.
Rytina throws a low kick but Randleman moves out of range easily.
Randleman throws a body punch but Rytina moves out of range.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Rytina counters with a nice uppercut.
Rytina throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Randleman.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Rytina manages to avoid it.
Rytina moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Randleman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Randleman throws the kick towards the body but Rytina avoids it.
Rytina swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rytina has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Randleman finds it's way round the side to connect with Rytina's head.
Rytina swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rytina misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rytina. #T3#
A leg kick checked by Randleman.
Randleman misses with a head kick.
Rytina moves out of range of the strikes.
Rytina throws a hook but Randleman avoids it easily.
Rytina moves out of range of the strikes.
Rytina waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rytina lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rytina takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rytina wants to clinch.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rytina dips to his left and cracks Randleman with an uppercut!
Rytina waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.#T4#
Rytina throws a body shot but no joy.
Rytina misses with a double jab.
Rytina fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Randleman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Randleman on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A slapping body kick lands there for Randleman.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rytina. That did some damage!
Rytina avoids a kick to the body.
Rytina loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Rytina swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rytina throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rytina throws a front kick aimed at Randleman's knee but Randleman avoids it well.
Randleman lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice jab there from Rytina.
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rytina throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Randleman throws a body punch but Rytina moves out of range.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rytina.
Randleman bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rytina's head.
Rytina is looking to clinch.
Rytina uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rytina, as that shot connected.
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Rytina slips the punch.
Randleman missing with a left hand there. Rytina was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rytina ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick.
Randleman bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rytina's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rytina misses with a body shot.
Randleman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rytina can do to turn this around?
Rytina lands a really nice looking cross but Randleman seems unphased.
Rytina throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
Rytina swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Nice jab there from Randleman.
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.
Rytina looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Rytina is looking to clinch.
Randleman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rytina looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Randleman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rytina swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rytina to score with a decent uppercut.
Randleman throws a hook but Rytina blocks it.
Rytina takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Rytina steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Randleman.
Randleman slips a jab from Rytina.
Randleman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rytina.
Good exchange - Rytina coming out on top.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rytina throws a head kick that misses.
Randleman takes one on the button.
Rytina on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rytina tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Randleman paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Randleman defending well as Rytina loads up on a big left hand.
Rytina avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rytina keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rytina manages to avoid it.
Rytina misses with a body shot.
Rytina checks a leg kick nicely.
A little jabbing left from Rytina on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rytina throws a nice looking combination but Randleman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rytina takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Rytina throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Rytina. #T3#
Randleman drops his hands momentarily and Rytina takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rytina avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rytina with a nice cross.
Randleman digs a good hook to Rytina's body.
Rytina swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman blocks a leg kick.
Rytina throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Randleman blocks a jab.
Rytina uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
Rytina looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rytina just misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Rytina misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rytina.
Rytina misses with a low kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rytina.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice shot by Rytina.
Randleman lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Rytina avoids the body shot from Randleman.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rytina.
Randleman lands with a right hand.
Good work by Randleman as he checks the leg kick.
Randleman lands a body shot.
Rytina misses with a body shot.
Randleman lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.
Rytina checks a leg kick.
Rytina looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Risto Rytina showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Randleman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Rytina walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Randleman on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rytina looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Rytina scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Rytina.
Rytina swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman throws a hook but Rytina avoids it easily.
Rytina throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses.
Rytina swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman scores with a body shot.
Rytina scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rytina.
Randleman scores with a nice head shot.
Rytina takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Rytina misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Rytina bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rytina throws out the jab.
Rytina uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
Randleman thuds a left hand into Rytina's body.
Rytina avoids the head kick by Randleman.
Rytina uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Rytina attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Rytina fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Rytina misses with a body shot.
Rytina throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And Randleman counters with a quick kick to the body but Rytina blocks it.
A slow jab from Rytina misses its intended target.
Rytina checks a leg kick.
Rytina is looking for the big counter here.
Rytina misses with a straight right.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Randleman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A punch combination from Rytina misses.
Randleman throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rytina connects with a leg kick.
A big left from Randleman misses.
Nice body punch from Randleman.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice jab there from Rytina.
Randleman takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Rytina tries to land a leg kick but Randleman saw it coming and moves away.
Rytina lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rytina throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rytina moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T3#
A good leg kick by Rytina.
Randleman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice defenses there by Rytina.
Rytina on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The fighters circling - Rytina throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Randleman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rytina.
Randleman keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rytina looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Rytina shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Rytina comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rytina blocks a jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Randleman checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rytina throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Rytina throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Rytina moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rytina looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rytina closes the distance looking to clinch
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Randleman throws a body punch but Rytina moves out of range.
Rytina is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rytina looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Rytina takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Randleman cracks Rytina with an open hand slap.
Rytina just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rytina looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
A big left from Rytina misses.

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 Randy Randleman.
I think Randleman 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman 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: HFC 84 - Leifsson vs Wanker
Date: Jul 10, 2021

#R1#
Randleman finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mataitai let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mataitai.
Randleman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Randleman throws a leg kick that misses.
Randleman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mataitai 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.
Mataitai tries to clinch up
and Randleman makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mataitai really felt that one!
Mataitai tries to close the distance and clinch but Randleman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target. #CL2#
Mataitai clinches up with Randleman and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman leaning against his opponent.
A head punch on the inside from Mataitai fails to land.
Randleman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mataitai backwards. #BC#
Randleman breaks from the clinch.
Randleman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Randleman lands with a nice body kick. #T1#
Mataitai moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Randleman lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mataitai's sensitive parts.
Randleman thows a body kick. Mataitai tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Randleman throws a low kick but Mataitai moves out of range easily.
Mataitai fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Randleman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mataitai moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Randleman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Randleman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mataitai tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mataitai misses the body punch
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mataitai moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman connects with a leg kick.
Mataitai takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Mataitai keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.#CL2#
Mataitai rushes Randleman and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mataitai misses with the head strike.
Mataitai throws a punch but it's blocked by Randleman. #BC#
Randleman breaks from the clinch.
Mataitai fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mataitai moves away from the strike by Randleman.
Mataitai scores with a body shot.
Mataitai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mataitai fails with an attempt to clinch.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mataitai fails with an attempt to clinch.
Randleman tries to score with a low kick but Mataitai moves his leg out of the way.
Mataitai fails with an attempt to clinch.
Randleman throws a jab but it's blocked by Mataitai.
Mataitai fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.#T3##CL2#
Randleman gets tackled into the cage by Mataitai. Mataitai maintains the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mataitai.
Mataitai lands with a light punch inside.
Mataitai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Randleman lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mataitai creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mataitai swings wildly with an uppercut but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Mataitai.
Randleman swings wildly with an uppercut but Mataitai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch.
Mataitai misses with the combination.
Randleman misses with a head kick. #T4#
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.
Mataitai checks a low kick from Randleman.
Mataitai closes the distance looking to clinch
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mataitai throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Randleman takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Randleman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mataitai lands with a straight right. Randleman didn't see that one coming.
Mataitai bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Randleman's head backwards.
Mataitai uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
Mataitai tries to clinch but Randleman is having none of it.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Mataitai manages to avoid it.
Mataitai avoids the head kick by Randleman.
Mataitai tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Randleman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Willy Mataitai will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Randleman moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Mataitai moves out of range as Randleman throws a body kick.
Randleman listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Randleman feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mataitais jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT#It looks like Willy Mataitai has been cut.
Mataitai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mataitai. That did some damage!
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mataitai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A slow jab from Mataitai misses its intended target.
A counter left hand to the body from Randleman misses its target.
Randleman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CL2#
Mataitai has closed the distance and engaged Randleman in a clinch.
Mataitai lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Randleman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman blocking some punches.
Mataitai misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Randleman throws a leg kick but Mataitai moved away.
Randleman throws a front kick aimed at Mataitai's knee but Mataitai avoids it well.
A lazy body kick from Randleman
and Mataitai counters with a nice uppercut.
Mataitai tries to clinch up but Randleman circles away and keeps his distance.
Mataitai tries to clinch there but Randleman circles away.
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Mataitai counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big left from Mataitai misses.
Mataitai throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Mataitai cracks Randleman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses
and Mataitai counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Mataitai has taken the fight to the clinch.
Mataitai throws a punch but it's blocked by Randleman.
Mataitai lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Mataitai gets through Randleman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mataitai misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Randleman.
A hook to the body from Mataitai.
Mataitai struggles to land a body shot inside as Randleman controls his hands.
Randleman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Randleman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mataitai misses with the head strike.
Mataitai working aggressively here.
Randleman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mataitai swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mataitai working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Randleman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Mataitai clinches.
Mataitai misses with the head strike.
Mataitai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Randleman lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3##BC#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Randleman, as that shot connected.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Mataitai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Mataitai takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Randleman throws a sloppy head kick and Mataitai moves out of range easily.
Randleman misses with a double jab.
Randleman misses with a head kick.
Mataitai throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman counters with an outside leg kick.
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mataitai doesn't manage to clinch there - Randleman circles away.
Mataitai thuds a left hand into Randleman's body.
Mataitai uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
Mataitai now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mataitai connects with a looping right hand.
Randleman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mataitai has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mataitai works over Randleman's head and body with a nice combination.
Mataitai lands a nice shot that snaps Randleman's head back.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman fires out a quick counter leg kick but Mataitai just manages to avoid it.
Mataitai lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Randleman throws a front kick aimed at Mataitai's knee but Mataitai avoids it well.
Randleman misses the jab.
A good leg kick by Randleman.
A big right from Randleman misses.
Mataitai looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mataitai keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mataitai is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Randleman connects with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Willy Mataitai showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Willy Mataitai's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there
and Mataitai counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mataitai checks a low kick from Randleman.
Mataitai throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Randleman tried to counter with a leg kick but Mataitai avoided it.
Randleman will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mataitai's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Randleman scores with a leg kick.
Mataitai just misses with a punch to the body.
Mataitai tries to clinch but Randleman is having none of it.
A bone on bone clash there as Mataitai blocks the leg kick.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses
and Mataitai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mataitai dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mataitai tries to clinch but Randleman is having none of it. #CL2#
Mataitai darts in and clinches Randleman up against the cage.
Randleman misses with a body punch.
Mataitai misses with a body punch. #T1#
Mataitai lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Randleman scores with a shot to the side of Mataitai's head.
Randleman lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mataitai misses with a body punch.
Randleman lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mataitai or not.
Mataitai misses with a hook to the ribs.
Randleman lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch.
Randleman throws a front kick that sends Mataitai stumbling back into the cage.
Mataitai tries to clinch up but Randleman circles away and keeps his distance.
Randleman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mataitai throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mataitai lands with an overhand left.
Randleman throws a hook but Mataitai avoids it easily.
Randy Randleman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mataitai misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Mataitai darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Randleman looks for the body kick but Mataitai saw that one coming.
Mataitai looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Donk. Mataitai catches Randleman right on the button with a cross.
Mataitai bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Randleman's head backwards.
Mataitai throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Randleman.
Mataitai avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mataitai misses with a body shot.
Randleman connects with a leg kick. #CL2#
Mataitai moves into the clinch.
Randleman lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Randleman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Randleman throws a leg kick but Mataitai moved away.
Randleman with a nice calf kick.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Mataitai.
Mataitai checks a low kick from Randleman.#CL2#
Mataitai darts in and clinches Randleman up against the cage.
Mataitai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mataitai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Willy Mataitai is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#BC#
Randleman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mataitai lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Mataitai closes the distance and clinches.
Randleman blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Randleman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mataitai working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T4#
Randleman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mataitai backwards. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mataitai tries to clinch but Randleman moves away
and Randleman counters with a good low kick that Mataitai was not able to check.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Randleman throws a front kick aimed at Mataitai's knee but Mataitai avoids it well.
Mataitai steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Randleman.
Mataitai tries to close the distance and clinch but Randleman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mataitai checks the leg kick.
Mataitai looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mataitai was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Randleman throws a sloppy head kick and Mataitai moves out of range easily.
Mataitai moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mataitai.
Mataitai is looking to clinch but Randleman is avoiding it.
Randleman swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Mataitai to counter with a crisp jab.

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 Randy Randleman.
I think Mataitai 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 28:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:29
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Willy Mataitai!
Willy Mataitai made sure to mention his sponsor, Brooklyn Apothecary in his post fight interview.

Event: HFC 79 - Leifsson vs Mendoza
Date: Jun 19, 2021

#R1#
Silva misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Randleman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Silva.
Silva swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Randleman counters with a left to the body.
Randleman throws a body kick that misses.
Silva throws a body shot but no joy.
Silva moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Silva throws a shot to the body.
Silva swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Silva takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A big left from Silva misses.
Silva scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Randleman has knocked Silva down with a huge combo! Randleman steps away and waves a wobbly Silva back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#It looks like Alex Silva has been cut.
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!
Silva scores with a decent looking hook.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silva.
Silva misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Randleman connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Randleman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Randleman cracks Silva with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Silva tries to clinch but Randleman moves away
and Randleman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Silva.
Silva tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Silva.
Randleman was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Silva avoids a kick to the body.
Silva takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Randleman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Silva moved out of range nicely.#TD#
Silva bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

Randleman throws Silva to one side and escapes!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Silva tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Randleman swivels and escapes.
Silva lands with a shot to the body.
Randleman 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.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Silva saw that one coming.
Silva is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T2#
Silva throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Silva swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Silva throws a predictable looking body shot
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Silva thinking.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman connects with an inside leg kick.
Silva throws a hook but Randleman avoids it easily.
Silva misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Silva misses with a looping left.
Randleman throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Silva counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Randleman has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Silva is on him like a limpet, forcing Randleman back against the cage.#BC2#
Randleman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Silva throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Silva tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Silva.#T3#
Silva ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Silva slips the punch.
Silva throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Silva misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Silva throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman throws the left hand but Silva avoids the punch easily.
Silva pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Silva closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Silva swings away with a body shot that misses
and Randleman counters with a big left hand that crumples Silva! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
A very excited looking Randy Randleman 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: BBFC 15: Krutel Vs. Bitch II
Date: May 15, 2021

#R1#
Higgins has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Randleman.
Higgins lands a lovely overhand right.#CL2#
Higgins closes the distance and clinches.
Higgins tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Randleman blocks an uppercut.
Higgins scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Randleman tries to throw a body punch but Higgins avoids it by throwing Randleman back against the cage.
Higgins tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch.
Randleman throws a body punch but Higgins moves out of range.
Randleman misses with a looping right.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Higgins listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Higgins changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Higgins throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Higgins.
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!
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Higgins.
Higgins misses with a looping left.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Higgins throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Higgins on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T1#
Higgins looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Randleman fires out a quick counter leg kick but Higgins just manages to avoid it.
Higgins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Higgins throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Higgins swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A lazy left from Higgins finds it's target.
A jab from Higgins misses.
Higgins lands a nice looking body shot.
Randleman pushes Higgins away with a front kick.#CL2#
Higgins closes the distance and pushes Randleman back into the cage.
Randleman scores with a nice hook to the head.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Higgins.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Higgins.
Randleman blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Higgins.
A clash of legs there as Higgins blocks the low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Higgins misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Nice defenses there by Randleman.
Randleman was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nice uppercut there from Higgins.
Randleman throws a hook but Higgins blocks it.
Higgins looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A clash of legs there as Higgins blocks the low kick.
Higgins misses with a body shot.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Higgins.
Higgins stuns Randleman with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Higgins jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Higgins rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Higgins forces Randleman back against the cage and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Randleman.
Higgins lands a nice uppercut.
Randleman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Higgins tries to throw a body punch but Randleman avoids it by throwing Higgins back against the cage. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Higgins's jab looks to have found its range, popping Randleman under the eye.
Higgins needs to keep his hands up - Randleman had a free shot at his head there.
Higgins loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Higgins throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Higgins needs to keep his hands up - Randleman had a free shot at his head there.
Randleman pivots, looking for a leg kick but Higgins is out of range and Randleman settles back down.
Higgins misses with a wild body shot.
Higgins throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Higgins throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Higgins blocks a low kick nicely.
Higgins throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Randleman throws an overhand right that lands on Higgins's shoulder, as Higgins tries to avoid the shot.
Higgins scores with a nice strike.
Higgins scores with a jab to the body.
Higgins throws a body shot but no joy.
Higgins uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Randleman.
Randleman scores with a jab to the head.
Higgins swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Higgins needs to keep his hands up - Randleman had a free shot at his head there.
Good leg kick by Randleman.
Lou Higgins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Higgins misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
It looks like Randleman has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#T4#
Randleman throws a solid leg kick but Higgins takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Randleman.
Randleman connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Higgins. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Higgins throws a body shot but no joy.
Higgins throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Higgins moves out of range of the body kick from Randleman.
Randleman pivots, looking for a leg kick but Higgins is out of range and Randleman settles back down.
Randleman fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Higgins on the side of the head.
Higgins throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman is looking to counter with a body kick.
A big right from Higgins misses.
Higgins just misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Higgins has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Randleman thows a leg kick but Higgins checks it
and Higgins counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Randleman thinking.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Randleman moves out of range as Higgins strikes.
Randleman tries to land a leg kick but Higgins saw it coming and moves away.
Randleman throws a hook but Higgins avoids it easily.#CL2#
Higgins gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Randleman is trying to maintain a safe position but Higgins gets an underhook and turns Randleman into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lou Higgins dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Randleman throws a leg kick but Higgins sees it coming and moves out of range.
Higgins misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Higgins looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Higgins throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Higgins's head but Higgins sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Higgins waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Higgins thuds a left hand into Randleman's body.
Higgins moves out of range of the strikes.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Higgins.
Higgins fails in his attempt to clinch.
Higgins throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Higgins keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Higgins throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Higgins misses with a hook
and Higgins takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Higgins avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Higgins misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a slapping leg kick. #T1#
Higgins misses with a looping right.
Higgins stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Randleman.
Randleman 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.
Higgins fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Randleman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Higgins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Higgins! But no joy.
Higgins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
Higgins takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Higgins smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Higgins connects with a jab.#CL2#
Higgins gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Higgins gets through Randleman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Randleman blocking some punches.
A shot in the inside from Higgins.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Higgins working aggressively here.
Randleman tries a body shot but Higgins blocks it.
Randleman tries to break free but Higgins pushes him back against the cage.
Higgins has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Higgins misses with a body punch.
Lou Higgins seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T2#
Higgins misses with a hook to the ribs.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Higgins misses with the head strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Randleman. #BC#
Randleman breaks from the clinch.
Higgins waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Higgins throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Higgins throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Higgins blocks a jab.
Randleman slips a jab from Higgins.
Randleman fires out a quick counter leg kick but Higgins just manages to avoid it.
Higgins misses with a body shot.
Higgins throws a big shot that misses.
Higgins looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A slapping leg kick lands for Randleman.
Higgins throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
A shot to the liver by Higgins. Beautiful body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Higgins. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Higgins swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Higgins throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Higgins.
Randleman slips a straight right by Higgins.
Randleman throws a leg kick that misses.
Higgins throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Randleman's jab looks to have found its range, popping Higgins under the eye.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Randleman.
Higgins scores with a shot to the body.
Randleman scores with a hook.
A cross from Higgins lands.
Higgins lands a really nice looking cross but Randleman seems unphased.
Randleman scores with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman connects with a body shot.
Higgins throws a body shot but no joy.
Higgins smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Higgins misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Lou Higgins seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Randleman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Randleman stuns Higgins with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Higgins tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Randleman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Higgins uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Randleman has time to react.
Higgins misses with a body shot.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses.
Higgins's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Higgins doesn't manage to clinch there - Randleman circles away.
A jab lands there for Higgins.
Higgins missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Higgins swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Higgins avoids a kick to the body.
Higgins throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Higgins blocks the body kick.
Higgins checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Higgins dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Higgins misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Randleman throws a leg kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lou Higgins will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Higgins tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Higgins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Higgins throws a big shot that misses.
Higgins jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Randleman appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Higgins.
Randleman looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Higgins on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Randleman lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Higgins looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Higgins throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Higgins thinking.
Randleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Higgins connects with a body shot that sends Randleman's belly button to the back.
Higgins takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Higgins swings widly with a right hand
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Higgins on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Higgins on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Randleman misses with an uppercut. Higgins saw that one coming.
Randleman connects with a nice looking jab.
Higgins fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Randleman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Randleman takes a swing at Higgins's ribcage but misses.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Randleman swings for the body but Higgins moves out of range.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Higgins checks it.
Randleman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Higgins throws a predictable looking body shot
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Randleman throws a leg kick which misses Higgins's front leg but catches the back leg as Higgins tries to avoid it.
Higgins connects with a single shot there.
Randleman lands a really nice looking cross but Higgins seems unphased.
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!
Randleman slips a jab from Higgins.
Randy Randleman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Randleman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Higgins loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Randleman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Higgins misses with a hook.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
Higgins throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Randleman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Randleman swings for the body but Higgins moves out of range.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Higgins.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Higgins throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Higginss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Higgins.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Higgins throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Higgins lands with a shot to the body.
Randleman misses with a wild combination.
Higgins has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Higgins catches Randleman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T3#
Higgins wants to clinch.
A big right from Randleman misses.
Higgins throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Higgins scores with a shot to the body.
Lou Higgins is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Higgins lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Higgins slips a straight right by Randleman.
Nice shot by Higgins.
Randleman misses with a looping left.
Randleman looks to land a right hand but Higgins moved out of range.
Randleman looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
Higgins loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Randleman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T4#
Higgins lands with a right hand.
Higgins lands a jab to Randleman's midsection.
Higgins lands with a nice body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
That kick from Randleman tenderised Higgins's leg. Higgins is trying to keep his angry face on.
Higgins is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
Higgins jabs Randleman right on the nose. Randleman blinks but takes it well.
Higgins misses with a looping left.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Higgins ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jab, jab by Randleman - just one landing.
Randleman cracks Higgins with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT#It looks like Lou Higgins has been cut.
Higgins blocks a jab.
Higgins avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Randleman misses with an uppercut
and Higgins counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Higgins.
Higgins just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Higgins swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.

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 Randy Randleman.
I think Higgins 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 28:29
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 10
Date: Apr 09, 2021

#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for Mataitai. That snapped Randleman's head back.
Randleman scoring well with a low kick there.
Randleman looks to land a left hand but Mataitai moved out of range nicely.
Mataitai tries to clinch there but Randleman circles away.
Mataitai wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fighters circling - Mataitai throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mataitai backing away here, and Randleman unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mataitai thuds a left hand into Randleman's body.
Mataitai wants to clinch but Randleman slips to the side
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Willy Mataitai has been cut.
Randleman slips a straight right by Mataitai.
Mataitai 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.
A big right from Randleman misses.
Mataitai tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Randleman lands with a kick to the ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randleman moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Randleman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mataitai wants to clinch up but Randleman keeps it at a distance.
Randleman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mataitai looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.#T1#
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mataitai wants to clinch.#CL#
Mataitai instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mataitai.
Mataitai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mataitai tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mataitai tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mataitai lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
A short uppercut from Mataitai.
Mataitai struggles to land a body shot inside as Randleman controls his hands.
Mataitai lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Mataitai misses with a body punch.
Randleman tries to break free but Mataitai pushes him back against the cage.
Randleman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mataitai makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mataitai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A right hand to the body from Mataitai.
Randleman blocks a body shot from Mataitai.
Randleman misses with the head strike.
Randleman misses with some punches.
Mataitai misses with a body punch.
Randleman throws a punch but it's blocked by Mataitai.
Randleman tries a body shot but Mataitai blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mataitai.
Randleman blocks an uppercut.
Mataitai tries a body shot but Randleman blocks it.
Mataitai misses with a body punch. #T3#
Randleman throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mataitais head.
Randleman lands a left hand.
Mataitai misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mataitai throws a head punch that misses.
Randleman blocks an uppercut.
Mataitai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Mataitai.
A right hand to the body from Randleman.
Randleman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Randleman lands a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Randleman. #BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mataitai connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mataitai throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#CL#
Mataitai has closed the distance and engaged Randleman in a clinch.
Randleman throws a head punch that misses.
Randleman pushes Mataitai back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T4#
Mataitai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mataitai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Randleman tries to throw a body punch but Mataitai avoids it by throwing Randleman back against the cage.
Mataitai misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right handed body shot lands from Mataitai.
Mataitai misses with the head strike.
Mataitai misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Randleman swings wildly with an uppercut but Mataitai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mataitai misses with a hook to the ribs.
Randleman lands a shoulder strike.
Randleman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Randleman misses with the head strike.
Randleman wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mataitai misses with some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Mataitai.
Randleman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short uppercut from Randleman.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Randy Randleman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Willy Mataitai's cut.
That's time! Mataitai's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Mataitai misses with a lunging right hand
and Randleman counters with an inside leg kick.
Randleman takes a swing at Mataitai's ribcage but misses.
Randleman connects with a right hand. Mataitai shakes it off.
A jab from Mataitai finds it's way through Randleman's defenses.
Willy Mataitai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mataitai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
An inside leg kick lands from Randleman.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mataitai moves away.
Mataitai misses with a body shot. #CL#
Randleman tries to keep at a distance but Mataitai has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mataitai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mataitai throws a head punch that misses.
Randleman misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Mataitai fails to land.
Mataitai misses with a body punch. #T1#
A right hook to the body lands for Mataitai.
Mataitai prevents Randleman from breaking the clinch.
Mataitai has a couple of punches blocked by Randleman.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Mataitai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mataitai lands a right hand that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Mataitai scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mataitai throws a head punch that misses.
Mataitai swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mataitai misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mataitai is working Randleman over against the cage.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Mataitai.
Randleman blocks a body shot from Mataitai.
A head punch on the inside from Mataitai fails to land.
Randleman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mataitai swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mataitai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mataitai misses with the head strike.
Mataitai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Randleman tries to throw a body punch but Mataitai avoids it by throwing Randleman back against the cage.
Randleman misses with a punch to the body.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Mataitai.
Randleman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Randleman fails to land.
Mataitai misses with a hook to the ribs.
Randleman works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Mataitai working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A body shot lands from Mataitai.
Mataitai misses with a punch on the inside.
Randleman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mataitai lands a body punch in the clinch.
Randleman is breathing heavily.
Randleman blocks a body shot from Mataitai.
A nice right hand lands inside from Randleman.
Mataitai tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mataitai pushes Randleman back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Mataitai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mataitai misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mataitai creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Randleman.
Randleman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mataitai misses with a hook to the ribs.
Randleman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Randleman blocks a body shot from Mataitai.
Randleman lands a body shot in the clinch.
Randleman throws a head punch that misses.
Mataitai misses with a hook from the clinch.
Randleman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mataitai tries a body shot but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman struggles to land a body shot inside as Mataitai controls his hands.
Mataitai tries a body shot but Randleman blocks it.
Mataitai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Randleman lands a right hand.
Mataitai misses with a body punch.
Randleman scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mataitai misses with the head strike. #T4#
Randleman has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mataitai closes the distance but Randleman moves to the side
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman takes a swing at Mataitai's ribcage but misses.
Mataitai fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Randleman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mataitai scores with a nice strike.
Randleman connects with a jab.
Randleman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A punch lands to the side of Randleman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A jab from Randleman misses.
Mataitai tests Randleman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mataitai darts in trying to clinch
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
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 Willy Mataitai will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Willy Mataitai's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Mataitai looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Randleman appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mataitai misses with a body shot.
Mataitai tries to close the distance and clinch up but Randleman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman misses with a head kick.
Mataitai misses with the combination.
Mataitai looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Mataitai lands a head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mataitai lands with a hook. Randleman tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mataitai swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Mataitai slips a jab from Randleman.
Mataitai was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The crowd cheers as Mataitai lands an impressive looking overhand right. Randleman doesn't seem phased though.#T1#
A jab from Mataitai finds it's way through Randleman's defenses. #CL#
Mataitai darts in and clinches Randleman up against the cage.
Randleman takes a shot to the head.
Randleman lands with a short shot to the head.
Mataitai goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mataitai digs a good body shot into Randleman's ribs.
Randleman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Mataitai moves away and avoids it.
Mataitai lunges at Randleman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Randleman's hand.
Randy Randleman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mataitai darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Mataitai is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mataitai moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.#T2#
Randleman misses with a jab to the body
and Mataitai connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice uppercut lands for Mataitai. That snapped Randleman's head back.
An inside leg kick from Randleman misses.
Mataitai swings widly with a right hand
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Randleman on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mataitai staying out of range there.
Mataitai misses with a body shot
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#Willy Mataitai's cut is getting worse.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Mataitai.
Mataitai is looking to clinch but Randleman is avoiding it.
Randleman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#ROC2#Mataitai is rocked!
A shot to the body from Mataitai misses
and Mataitai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oh Mataitai is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mataitai tries to close the distance and clinch up but Randleman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Randleman unleashes a big counter combination but Mataitai bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T3#
A shot to the liver by Randleman. Beautiful body shot.
Mataitai seems to have got his legs back now.#CL#
Mataitai fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Randleman, pushing him back against the cage.
Randleman can't find room to land a body shot as Mataitai controls the action.
Randleman working hard to break the clinch.
Mataitai tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mataitai tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Randleman has a couple of punches blocked by Mataitai.
Randleman lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mataitai digs a right hand underneath Randleman's ribcage. Randleman let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mataitai tries a body shot but Randleman blocks it.
Randleman is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Mataitai lands a right hand.
Mataitai misses with a body punch.
Randleman lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mataitai backwards. #T4#
Randleman tries a body shot but Mataitai blocks it.
Randleman prevents a body shot from Mataitai.
Mataitai misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mataitai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mataitai lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mataitai misses with the head strike.
Mataitai pushes Randleman back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman lands a shot to the body.
Mataitai tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Mataitai.
Mataitai scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mataitai scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mataitai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mataitai throws a punch but it's blocked by Randleman.
Randleman is stalling here.
Mataitai can't find room to land a body shot as Randleman controls the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
Willy Mataitai showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Mataitai 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Willy Mataitai!
Willy Mataitai really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Brooklyn Apothecary logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 5
Date: Mar 05, 2021

#R1#
King throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from King. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman feints a counter leg kick.
King lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Randleman 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.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
King bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Randleman's head.
King looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
King throws a big shot that misses.
King looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
King 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.
Randleman moves forwards but King connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King connects with the punch.
David King seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A bone on bone clash there as King blocks the leg kick.
King misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a one-two to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
King looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
And Randleman responds with a good body kick, but King manages to step out the way in time.
King lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
Randleman slips a straight right by King.
Randleman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from King.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from King.
King scores with a hook.
King is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Randleman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
King tests Randleman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
King swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like David King has been cut.
A shot to the body from King misses
and Randleman counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Randleman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
King listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
King takes a swing at Randleman's ribcage but misses.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
King swings widly with a right hand #KD2#
and Randleman counters with a nice right hand that sends King toppling to the canvas! King scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Randleman finish him?!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
King throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a monster head kick that knocks King out cold! He topples like fallen a tree, crashing to the mat! Timbeeeeeerrr!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Randy Randleman!
A very excited looking Randy Randleman 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.
David King was interviewed post fight and said 'Goin' t'pub afterwards, have a few pints & move on to the next chapter. I couldn't be mithered with it all anyway, you know what I mean? Can't be arsed'.

Event: BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 2
Date: Feb 12, 2021

#R1#
Phoenix throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice leg kick from Randleman, right into the meat of the thigh.
Phoenix fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Phoenix. Those never looked like landing.
Phoenix throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Phoenix throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Randleman is looking to chop away at Phoenix's legs.
Phoenix misses with a body shot.
Phoenix missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phoenix misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab from Phoenix misses.
Phoenix doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nice jab there from Randleman.
Randleman tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Phoenix is able to avoid easily.#T1#
Randleman moves out of range as Phoenix strikes.
Good standup being displayed there by Phoenix as he connects with a hook.
Randleman misses with a body shot.
Randleman swings for the body but Phoenix moves out of range.
Phoenix avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Phoenix swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman throws a hook but Phoenix avoids it easily.
Blake Phoenix seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman looks to land a combination but Phoenix avoids it well.
Randleman is looking to chop away at Phoenix's legs.
Phoenix tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Randleman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
Phoenix uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randleman.
Randleman connects with a right hand. Phoenix shakes it off.
Randleman scores with a crisp jab that stopped Phoenix in his tracks.
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Phoenix waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.
Phoenix throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Phoenix's head but Phoenix sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Phoenix lands a slapping body shot.
Phoenix looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Phoenix.
Phoenix moves away from the strike by Randleman.
A little jabbing left from Phoenix on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Phoenix swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Phoenix throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Phoenix ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Phoenix looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Phoenix connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Randleman's hands.
Phoenix fails in his attempt to clinch.
Phoenix throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Phoenix slips under a jab.
Randleman lands a nice shot that snaps Phoenix's head back. #T3#
Phoenix moves out of range of the strikes.
Phoenix throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a slapping leg kick.
Phoenix tries to clinch there but Randleman circles away.
Randleman lands with a kick to the temple. Phoenix shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Randleman lands with a kick to the temple. Phoenix shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Phoenix.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Phoenix moves away and avoids it.
Phoenix tries to clinch but Randleman moves out of range.
Phoenix sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Phoenix moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Phoenix takes one on the button.
Phoenix 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.
Randleman misses with a body kick.
Randleman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
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 telegraphed right hand from Phoenix misses the target.
Phoenix lands a really nice looking cross but Randleman seems unphased.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.#T4#
Randleman lands a head kick!
Phoenix ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Phoenix stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Randleman.
Phoenix looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Phoenix throws out a powerful jab.
Randleman misses with a kick to the body
and Phoenix counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Phoenix wants to clinch up but Randleman keeps it at a distance.
Phoenix takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A slow jab from Phoenix misses its intended target.
Phoenix looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Randleman stuns Phoenix with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Randleman lands with a right hand.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randleman looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Phoenix takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Phoenix.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A jab from Phoenix misses.
Phoenix connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Phoenix misses with a hook
and Randleman counters with a nice leg kick.
Phoenix scores with a decent looking hook.
Randleman throws a body punch but Phoenix moves out of range.
A lazy body kick from Randleman
and Phoenix counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman misses with a hook. Phoenix ducked under it nicely.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Phoenix.
Randleman throwing a counter right hand but Phoenix manages to avoid it.
Randleman throws a quick inside leg kick.
Phoenix tries to clinch but Randleman moves away
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phoenix takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Phoenix tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Phoenix moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Randleman misses with a body kick.
A little jabbing left from Phoenix on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there
and Phoenix connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Randleman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nice body punch from Phoenix.
Phoenix throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Phoenix checks a leg kick.
Randleman misses with a straight left.
A thudding body kick lands there by Randleman!
Phoenix connects with a single shot there.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
Phoenix has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Phoenix.
A looping hook to the body misses from Phoenix. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Phoenix throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman slips under a jab from Phoenix.
Phoenix scores with a body shot.
Phoenix keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Phoenix jabs Randleman to the body, keeping him 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!
Phoenix misses with a body shot.
Phoenix looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Randleman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Randleman is looking to land body kicks.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Phoenix! But no joy.
Randleman throws a wild body kick that Phoenix sees coming a mile off.
Phoenix throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Phoenix throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Phoenix sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Phoenix misses with a looping right.
Phoenix throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Randleman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Phoenix throws out the jab.
Phoenix darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A head kick misses from Randleman.
Phoenix steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Randleman.
Randleman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Phoenix.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.#T3#
Randleman moves out of range as Phoenix strikes.
Randleman attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Phoenix looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
Phoenix throws a shot from downtown. Randleman moves away and avoids it.
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Phoenix has time to react.
Randleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Phoenix pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Phoenix thows a left - swing and a miss!
Randleman throws a quick inside leg kick.
Randleman throws a half hearted mid kick.
Phoenix throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Phoenix.
Phoenix scores with a body shot.
Phoenix is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randleman.
Randleman appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Phoenix steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a body kick.#T4#
Phoenix lands with an overhand left.
Phoenix just misses with a punch to the body.
Phoenix slips a jab from Randleman.
Randleman misses the jab.
Phoenix is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Randleman with a body shot.
Randleman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randleman swings for the body but Phoenix moves out of range.
Randleman is looking to chop away at Phoenix's legs.
Phoenix drops his hands momentarily and Randleman takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Phoenix fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Randleman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
Phoenix clinches up against the cage.
Phoenix lands a hook that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Randleman misses with a body punch.
Phoenix lands a body punch.
Randleman blocks an uppercut.
Phoenix working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Phoenix struggles to land a body shot inside as Randleman controls his hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Blake Phoenix showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Randleman scores with a punch to the head.
Donk. Phoenix catches Randleman right on the button with a cross.
Randleman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Phoenix misses the target.
A counter left hand to the body from Randleman misses its target.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Phoenix.
Randleman is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Randleman throws a low kick, looking for Phoenix's leg but Phoenix calmly moves out of range.
Randleman scores with a sloppy right hand. Phoenix should have avoided that one.
A swing and a miss from Randleman.
Phoenix blocks a leg kick.
Phoenix is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman moves out of range as Phoenix strikes.
Randleman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Phoenix takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Phoenix clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Phoenix manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #T1#
Phoenix is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Phoenix looking for a guillotine here but Randleman defends easily.
Phoenix being controlled here, momentarily.
Phoenix seems keen to control Randleman's posture.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Phoenix has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Randleman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Phoenix is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Randleman is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Phoenix looking for a guillotine here but Randleman defends easily. #SUB2#
Phoenix has his foot on Randleman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Randleman works his way back into a safe position though.
Phoenix looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Phoenix is trying to control the position but Randleman postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Phoenix looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Randleman wants to control from the top but Phoenix keeps moving. #SUB2#
Phoenix working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Randleman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Randleman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Phoenix is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Phoenix looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Randleman puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Randleman prevents Phoenix from improving his position.
Phoenix keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Randleman sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Phoenix.
Randleman throws a quick counter kick to the body but Phoenix avoids it.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Randleman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Blake Phoenix.
I think Phoenix 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 Chris Dean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 28:29
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Blake Phoenix!
Blake Phoenix thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: BFC 32: Soares Vs. King
Date: Jan 09, 2021

#R1#
Tammisto swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tammisto manages to avoid it.
Tammisto on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CUT#It looks like Kyosti Tammisto has been cut.
A shot to the liver by Tammisto. Beautiful body shot.
Tammisto scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Randleman lands with a cross. #KD#
Randleman sends Tammisto crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Randleman is motioning to the referee to let Tammisto up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Tammisto is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randleman throws a monster overhand right that drops Tammisto! Randleman follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman 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: BFC Hardcore 6
Date: Nov 28, 2020

#R1##KD#
Randleman lands a big uppercut and Soares crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Soares looks OK. Randleman waves Soares back to his feet!
Randleman misses with a straight left.
Soares throws out a counter right but Randleman avoids it with no problem.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Soares moved away.
Soares keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randleman.
Nice uppercut there from Randleman.
Soares slips under a jab from Randleman.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman avoids the body shot from Soares.
Randleman quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Soares misses the target.
Soares bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Randleman's head.
Soares throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range. #T1##CL2#
Soares instigates a clinch.
Soares tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Soares.
Soares is working Randleman over against the cage.
Soares blocks an uppercut.
Soares lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Soares has Randleman pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Randleman manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Soares.
Soares lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Soares working aggressively here.
Randleman lands a left hand.
Randleman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Randleman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Soares.
Randleman is working Soares over against the cage.#T2#
Soares lands a nice shot to the body. #BC2#
Soares escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Soares closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Randleman quickly recovers to half guard.
Soares is pressing down on Randleman's thigh, looking to free his foot. Randleman is holding on for now.
Soares missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Randleman is staying active underneath Soares, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Soares thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Soares slips a nice elbow through Randleman's hands, connecting with Randleman's forehead.
Soares has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Soares landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Randleman keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Soares throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Soares slips a nice elbow through Randleman's hands, connecting with Randleman's forehead.
Randleman keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Soares perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Soares is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Soares throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Soares trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Soares working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Randleman is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Randleman seems keen to control Soares's posture.
Soares with a flurry of punches that miss.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Soares with a flurry of punches that miss.
Soares working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice body punch from Randleman.
Soares tries for a takedown but Randleman circles away easily
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Soares drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Randleman keeping moving, preventing Soares from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gilbervan Soares will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Randleman throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Soares throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Soares just misses with a punch to the body.
Soares misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Soares was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Soares misses the shot to the body.
Soares ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.#T1#
Randleman swings away with a body shot that misses
and Soares counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Soares misses with a straight right.
Soares fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Randy Randleman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Randleman connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Soares momentarily. #TD2#
Soares scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Soares missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Soares not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Nice strikes from Soares there. #T2#
Soares is trying to control the action in half guard but Randleman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randleman wants to get back to full guard.
Soares working Randleman over with strikes.
Gilbervan Soares has got the better of the ground game so far.
Soares thows a huge punch but Randleman dodges it nicely.
Randleman keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Soares is trying to control the action in half guard but Randleman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Soares seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Randleman blocking the ground and pound attempt from Soares.
Soares throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Soares working Randleman over with strikes.
Soares winds up and cracks Randleman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Soares throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Randleman wants to improve his position but Soares is controlling well.
Soares has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Soares working the head and body with strikes.
Soares trying to mount his opponent but Randleman defends it.
Soares is looking to stall here but Randleman recovers full guard.
Soares looking to pass the guard.
Soares throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Soares throwing strikes from guard but Randleman blocks nicely.
Soares working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Randleman's head.
Soares sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Randleman's guard.
Soares is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Soares sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Randleman defending well though.
Soares is nestled in close to Randleman, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Soares wants to pass the guard but Randleman is defending well.
Soares missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gilbervan Soares 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.#R3#
Randleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Soares let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Soares moves away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Randleman.
Soares misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman throws a right hand that misses
and Soares counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Randleman looks to score with a jab to the body but Soares is just out of range.
Soares swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Horrible takedown attempt by Soares or perhaps it was just good defense by Randleman, which made it look bad. #T1#
Randleman slips under a jab from Soares.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Randleman misses with a low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Soares! But no joy.
Randleman connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Soares checks a leg kick.
Soares fails with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Soares moves out of range of the strikes.
Soares now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Soares ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Soares closes the distance looking to clinch
and Randleman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Soares is defended easily by Randleman.
Randy Randleman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gilbervan Soares.#T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Randleman.
Randleman on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Soares lands an overhand right.#T4#
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Randleman throws a hook but Soares blocks it.
Soares keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Soares tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Soares slips a jab from Randleman.
Soares drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Randleman defends it well.
Randleman feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Soaress jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Randleman enables Soares to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Randleman manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Randleman uses the cage to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Soares lands with an overhand left.
Nice uppercut lands for Soares. That snapped Randleman's head back.
Soares connects with a good right hand that stumbles Randleman. Randleman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Randleman walks into a left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soares takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Soares throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Randleman gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Soares to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T1##ES#
Randleman uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Soares looks to land a right hand but Randleman moved out of range.
Randleman appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Randleman keeps Soares at a distance using the push kick.
Soares scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Soares slips under a jab from Randleman.
Soares misses with a right hand
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Soares throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randleman throws a solid leg kick but Soares takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Randleman.
Soares changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Randleman throws a body punch but Soares moves out of range.
Randleman throws a looping overhand right but Soares ducks down to avoid it.
Randy Randleman is winning the standup battle so far.
Soares misses with a hook.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Soares throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman lands with a thumping leg kick.
Soares tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Randleman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Soares moves out of range of the body kick.
Soares changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Soares misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jab from Randleman.#T4##TD2#
Soares changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Randleman looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Soares cracks Randleman with a big elbow.
Soares sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Randleman is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The ground and pound from Soares seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Randleman takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Soares throws a strike aimed at the side of Randleman's head but Randleman avoids it well.
Soares in side control lands a decent elbow.
Randleman stops Soares from passing to mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Soares lands some shots froms side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Gilbervan Soares will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Horrible takedown attempt by Soares or perhaps it was just good defense by Randleman, which made it look bad.
Randleman lands a nice hook to Soares's body. Soares takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soares takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Soares misses with a combination
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Soares swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Soares throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Soares takes a jab right on the kisser.
Randleman throws a low kick, looking for Soares's leg but Soares calmly moves out of range.
Soares with the counter takedown but Randleman avoids it easily.
Randy Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Soares 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.
Soares sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Soares throws an elbow that misses. Randleman uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Soares's guard. Nice move by Randleman!#REVR#
Soares is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Randleman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Soares looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Soares working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Soares is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Soares controls Randleman momentarily but Randleman frees himself.
Soares looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Soares keeps trying to improve his position.
Soares trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Soares misses with an uppercut. #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.
Jab, jab by Soares - just one landing.
Randy Randleman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Soares misses with a hook to the body
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman swings away with a body shot that misses
and Soares connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
An inside leg kick from Randleman misses.
Randleman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randleman lands a leg kick that knocks Soares off balance momentarily.
Gilbervan Soares is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A chopping leg kick lands by Randleman.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 47:48
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 47:48
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gilbervan Soares!
Gilbervan Soares is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: BFC SYNDICATE 5
Date: Nov 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Randleman lands a right hook to the body.
Silva will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Silva fails with the takedown
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut.
Silva misses with a takedown
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Randy Randleman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alex Silva.
Silva looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Randleman is fending him off so far but Silva persists. Nope, Randleman circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice sprawl there from Randleman as Silva shoots in.
Silva looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Randleman half committed to a counter leg kick.
Silva slips under a jab from Randleman.
Randleman ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Silva gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Silva looks winded!
Randleman is looking to slow Silva down with leg kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Silva shoots in for a takedown but Randleman shows good takedown defense.
Randleman appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Silva misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Silva gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Silva shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Silva thinking.
Randleman lands with a thumping leg kick.
Silva shoots in for a double leg but Randleman sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#KD#
Randleman lands a big uppercut and Silva crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Silva looks OK. Randleman waves Silva back to his feet!#ROC#Silva is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Alex Silva has been cut.
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!
Silva has his takedown stuffed
and Randleman makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Silva is still on wobbly legs! Can Randleman finish him?
Silva walks forward, straight into a front kick from Randleman.
Silva seems to have recovered his senses.
Randleman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Silva. That did some damage!
Silva on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Silva doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Randleman lands a brutal uppercut that launches Silva off his feet! Silva tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman retains his light heavyweight title!
A less than humble Randy Randleman misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: BFC 23:Butcher vs. Matsuzaka 2
Date: Oct 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Randleman lands a jab to the head.
Randleman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lehma fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Randleman.
Randleman loads up on a big right hand but Lehma slips the punch.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Lehma.
Lehma throws a hook to the side of Randleman's head but Randleman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Good standup being displayed there by Randleman as he connects with a hook.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lehma.
Randleman misses with a hook. Lehma ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Randleman misses.
Randleman throws a wild body kick that Lehma sees coming a mile off.
Lehma feints a counter leg kick.
Lehma swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Lehma plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
The fighters circling - Lehma throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Randleman thows a leg kick but Lehma checks it
and Lehma cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kapy Lehma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman throws a jab but it's blocked by Lehma.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lehma! But no joy.
Lehma misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Lehma throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lehma throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lehma lands a slapping body shot. #T2#
A big left from Lehma misses.
Randleman takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman misses with a kick to the body.
Lehma let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice shot by Lehma.
Randleman will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A jab from Randleman misses.
Randleman throws a leg kick but Lehma sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lehma checks a leg kick.#T3#
Lehma throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lehma works the jab nicely.
Lehma connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lehma throws a leg kick
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lehma.
Lehma missing with a left hand there. Randleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randleman misses with a hook
and Lehma counters with a stiff right hand.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lehma throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Lehma's corner calls for a 1-2. Lehma obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lehma takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lehma throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Randleman is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lehma tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
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!
Lehma lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Randleman buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lehma lands a really nice looking cross but Randleman seems unphased.
Lehma clobbers Randleman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick from Lehma.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kapy Lehma dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Randleman moves away from the strike by Lehma.
Randleman half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lehma swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Lehma.
Randleman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Randleman digs a good body shot into Lehma's ribs.
Lehma misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Lehma throws a lazy body kick
and Randleman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lehma swings for the body but Randleman moves out of range.
Randleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Randleman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lehma lands with a nice body punch.
Lehma checks a leg kick.
Randleman throws a chopping leg kick but Lehma manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lehma blocks a low kick nicely.
Lehma pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lehma misses with a shot to the body
and Lehma takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Randleman tries a low kick but Lehma avoids it.
Lehma loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kapy Lehma seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Lehma looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
Lehma lands with a kick to the ribs.
Randleman blocks a head kick by Lehma.
Lehma fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Randleman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lehma tries to work over Randleman's front leg with a kick but Randleman checks it.
Randleman blocks a jab.
Randleman throws a jab when Lehma was well out of range.
Lehma moves out of range of the strikes.
Lehma throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lehma lands with an overhand left.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman misses the shot to the body.
A left lands for Lehma.
Lehma fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Randleman is out of range.
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Randleman might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Lehma looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Lehma tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Lehma.
A left lands for Lehma.
Lehma loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
A jab from Lehma does it's job there.
Lehma on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Randleman takes one to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lehma looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
As Lehma backs away, Randleman returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lehma throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Randleman defending well as Lehma loads up on a big left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kapy Lehma showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Randleman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lehma jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lehma jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lehma throws a head kick that misses.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Lehma.
Lehma lands with a straight right. Randleman didn't see that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lehma throws a head kick that misses.
Randleman is looking to counter punch.
Lehma stuns Randleman with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lehma throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Randleman connects with a right hand. Lehma shakes it off.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Lehma.
It looked like Randleman was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lehma.#KD#
Randleman feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Lehma sprawling to the canvas! Lehma rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Randleman finish him?! #ROC#Lehma is rocked!
Lehma lands with a right hand.
Lehma is still on wobbly legs! Can Randleman finish him?
Lehma throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Randleman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Randleman throws a sloppy body shot
and Lehma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lehma seems to have recovered his senses.
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!
Randleman checks a low kick from Lehma.
Randleman went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Lehma throws a jab when Randleman was well out of range.
Lehma just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Randleman connects with a right hand. Lehma shakes it off.
Lehma looks to score with a jab to the body but Randleman is just out of range.
It appears Randleman was looking to counter with a kick there.
Randleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lehma counters with a nice uppercut.
Lehma throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randleman is looking to counter with a body kick.
Lehma misses the shot to the body.
Lehma throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Randleman counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Lehma out cold! What a finish! Randleman is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Randy Randleman 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: BFC 20: Randleman Vs. Carver
Date: Sep 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Randleman slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Randleman misses the target.
Carver has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Randleman misses with a two punch combination.
Carver moves forwards but Randleman connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT#It looks like T Bone Carver has been cut.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Carver.
Carver throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Carver throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Carver throws a hook but Randleman avoids it easily.
Carver dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A swing and a miss from Carver.
T Bone Carver seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Carver.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Carver.
Carver misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Randleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Carver digs a good hook to Randleman's body. #T1#
Randleman is looking to score with low kicks.
Carver misses with a hook to the body
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Carver throws a good cross that connects.
Randleman shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Carver misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Carver.
Randleman jabs Carver to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Randleman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Decent striking displayed by Carver there.
Randleman takes one on the button.
Carver lands with an uppercut that bounces Randleman off the cage and back into range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Carver misses with an uppercut. Randleman saw that one coming.
Carver throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A quick step to the side and Randleman tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2#
Carver misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab.
Randleman defending well as Carver loads up on a big left hand.
Carver connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Randleman moves forwards but Carver connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Randleman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Carver.
Randleman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Carver throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman tried to counter with a leg kick but Carver avoided it.
Carver rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#That has opened up T Bone Carver's cut even more.
Carver lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Randleman at a distance.
Randleman walks into a jab.
Randleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Carver takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Carver throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Carver throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Carver jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Carver throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Carver misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Randleman chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Randleman slips a jab from Carver.
Carver misses with a left hand
and Randleman counters with a left to the body.
Carver throws a lazy uppercut
and Randleman counters with a slapping leg kick.
Carver looks winded!
Randleman lands a jab to the head.
Carver swings widly with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Randleman scores with a sloppy right hand. Carver should have avoided that one. #CUT#The cut above T Bone Carver's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Randleman connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Carver throws a body punch but Randleman moves out of range.
Carver throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Carver jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Carver tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Carver.
Randleman is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Carver misses with a left hand #KD#
and Randleman counters with a crisp right hand that drops Carver! Randleman lets Carver back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Carver is rocked!
Randleman moves out of range of the strikes.
Carver is still on wobbly legs! Can Randleman finish him?#CL#
Randleman takes the fight into the clinch.
Randleman scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Randleman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Carver seems to have recovered his senses.
Randleman working some nice short punches in the clinch.#CUT#T Bone Carver's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Randleman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Carver struggles to land a body shot inside as Randleman controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Carver fails to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Randleman.
Randleman keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Carver's efforts to push away.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Randleman.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Randy Randleman will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on T Bone Carver's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Carver swings widly with a right hand #KD#
and Randleman counters with a crisp right hand that drops Carver! Randleman lets Carver back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Carver ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Randleman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Carver sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Carver scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Carver ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Carver keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Carver looks to land a left hand but Randleman moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Randleman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Randleman 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.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Carver digs a good body shot into Randleman's ribs.
Carver misses with a jab to the body
and Randleman counters with a leg kick.
Randleman slips a jab from Carver.
Randleman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Carver.
Carver slips a jab and a cross from Randleman.
Randleman avoids the body shot from Carver. #T1#
Carver throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Carver.
Carver works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Randleman missing with a left hand there. Carver was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A shot to the body from Carver misses
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Carver throws a poor cross that misses
and Randleman counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Carver scores with a jab. Randleman acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Carver misses with a wild body shot.
Carver loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Carver.
Randleman throws a hook but Carver avoids it easily.
Randleman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at T Bone Carver's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman retains his light heavyweight title!
Randy Randleman 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: BFC 17: Garbrandt Vs. Liszorr
Date: Aug 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Randleman misses with a wild body shot.
Randleman throws a body punch but Soares moves out of range.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Soares.
We've been hearing reports that Soares has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Soares connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Randleman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Soares misses with a straight left.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Soares.
Gilbervan Soares seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Soares scores with a hook to the body. Randleman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soares throws out a loose jab but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Soares fails with the takedown
and Randleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Soares misses with an uppercut
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Soares thinking. #T1#
Randleman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Soares stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Randleman scoring well with a low kick there. #TD#
Soares feints and as Randleman raises his hands in defense, Soares changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Randleman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Soares distracts Randleman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Soares with a flurry of punches that miss.
Randleman 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.
Soares working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Randleman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Soares landing with the ground and pound.
Soares trying to control but Randleman is working from the bottom. #T2#
Soares in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Randleman looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Randleman is trying to keep Soares in close.
Soares lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Soares loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Soares slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Soares lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Soares stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Randleman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Soares stopping the sweep attempt from Randleman.
Randleman working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Soares.
Soares landing some decent shots from guard.
Soares trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Randleman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Soares trying to control but Randleman is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Soares throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randleman walks into a stiff left hand from Soares.
Soares throws a combination that misses
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A combination from Randleman does no damage.
Randleman drops his hands momentarily and Soares takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Randleman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good standup being displayed there by Soares as he connects with a hook.
Soares misses with a body punch
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Soares throws a hook but Randleman blocks it.
Soares is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Soares throws an overhand right that lands on Randleman's shoulder, as Randleman tries to avoid the shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gilbervan Soares dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Soares scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Soares 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.
Soares working Randleman over with strikes.
Randleman tries to get to full guard but Soares has control of the leg.
Soares looks to land a strike but Randleman avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Soares working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Soares tries to free his leg and advance position but Randleman is retaining full guard.
Soares wants to control from the top but Randleman keeps moving.
Gilbervan Soares overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soares is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Randleman is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Randleman looking to control. #T1#
Soares wants to control from the top but Randleman keeps moving.
Soares postures up and lands a big shot to Randleman's brow.
Soares passes into half guard.
Randleman avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Soares.
Soares is thwarting Randleman's attempts to control the position.
Soares throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Randleman keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Soares is trying to control the action in half guard but Randleman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randleman keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Randleman controlling the position well. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Soares is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Soares jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Randleman connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Soares momentarily.
Soares tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Soares.
Randleman jabs Soares right on the nose. Soares blinks but takes it well.#T3#
Soares gets caught by a brutal right hook which buckles his knees! Soares tries to backpedal with his spaghettilegs but Randleman is headhunting and goes for the kill. A jab and a right hook connect and Soares buckles badly as his eyes roll back. The referee steps in and saves Soares!! Soares is complaining but he was clearly out on his feet. Randleman throws his mouthpiece into the crowd. Mmmm spit-tastic.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman is the new light heavyweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Randy Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: BFC 15: Sparrow Vs. Concrete
Date: Jul 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Randleman lands a body shot.
Randleman lands a body shot.
Randleman cracks Roger with a good jab.#CUT#It looks like Jolly Roger has been cut.
We've been told by Randleman's head coaches at GWad's Playpen that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Randleman throws a body shot but no joy.
Randleman listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Randleman cracks Roger with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Randleman digs a good body shot into Roger's ribs.
Roger looks winded!
Roger misses with a hook to the body
and Randleman rattles Roger with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Roger tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Randleman dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Roger stiff and motionless on the mat!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
In his post fight interview, Randy Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: BFC 11: Hammer Vs. Payakaroon
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Randleman connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jeans. Jeans circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#It looks like Indiana Jeans has been cut.
Jeans misses with a few strikes there.
Jeans sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Jeans looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jeans takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jeans looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jeans lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jeans.
Randleman with a nice cross.
Jeans defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
Randleman slips a straight right by Jeans.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman drops his hands momentarily and Jeans takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jeans doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Randleman scores with a decent looking hook.
Randleman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jeans.
Nice jab there from Randleman.
Randleman cracks a nice hook into Jeans's ribs.
Randleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jeans counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Randleman tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jeans swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jeans throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jeans fails to land with a series of punches.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Jeans showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Randleman.
Jeans misses the shot to the body.
Randleman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jeans on the side of the head.
Randleman lands a nice shot to the body.
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Jeans.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jeans misses with a hook #CL#
and Randleman moves into the clinch.
Randleman creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Jeans's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Jeans drops to his knees and Randleman pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
In his post fight interview, Randy Randleman started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: HFC 18 - Rodrigues x Slingin
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Vargas ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randleman moves away.
Vargas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Vargas lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Vargas pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vargas walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Randleman throws a body punch but Vargas moves out of range.
Randleman thuds a left hand into Vargas's body.
Vargas looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Vargas lands a really nice looking cross but Randleman seems unphased.
No joy there for Vargas, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Randleman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randleman throws a body punch but Vargas moves out of range.
Randleman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Randleman catches Vargas with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vargas lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Randleman circles away quickly and effectively.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vargas. Randleman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Randleman moves out of range as Vargas strikes.
Randleman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vargas manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Randleman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Randleman displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Randleman lands a two punch combo.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Vargas sizes up Randleman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vargas.
Vargas ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Vargas fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Randleman looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Vargas throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vargas misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randleman.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randleman! But no joy.
Randleman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vargas.
Vargas swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Vargas sets himself, and Randleman steps forward looking for the clinch! Vargas avoids it this time.#T2#
Vargas throws a jab but it's blocked by Randleman.
Vargas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
No joy there for Vargas, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Randleman takes one on the button.
Randleman lands with a good body shot.
Vargas lands a nice hook to Randleman's body. Randleman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Randleman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Vargas scores with a jab. Randleman acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Randleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vargas.
Vargas loads up on a big right hand but Randleman slips the punch.
Randleman throws a big shot that misses.
Randleman staying out of range there.
Randleman is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Vargas rather than just go for the knockout.
Randleman throws a nice looking combination but Vargas bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Randleman throws a body punch but Vargas moves out of range.
Randleman connects with the punch.#T3#
Vargas scores with a nice strike.
Vargas throws a leg kick but Randleman sees it coming and moves out of range.
Randleman appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A punch combination from Vargas misses. #CL2#
Randleman clinches with his opponent.
Vargas swings wildly with an uppercut but Randleman uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Vargas breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vargas definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Vargas lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd cheers as Randleman lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vargas doesn't seem phased though.
Randleman tries to clinch up but Vargas circles away and keeps his distance.
Vargas misses the jab.
Vargas will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Randleman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vargas.
Vargas takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vargas scores with a jab.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vargas blocks a jab.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Vargas moves away and avoids it.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Vargas. Those never looked like landing.
Vargas fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randleman manages to avoid it.
Vargas connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Randleman momentarily.
Randleman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vargas.
Vargas throws a head kick that misses.
Randleman throws out a powerful jab.
Vargas throws the left hand but Randleman avoids the punch easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vargas throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Randleman holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Vargas takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Randleman stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sergio Vargas 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#
Randleman ducks under a wild hook from Vargas.
Randleman connects with a good right hand that stumbles Vargas. Vargas circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Randleman moves out of range as Vargas strikes.
Vargas throws a hook but Randleman avoids it easily.
Vargas misses with a series of wild punches.
Randleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randleman scores with a jab. Vargas acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Vargas lands a nice shot to the body.
Randleman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#ROC2#
Vargas is rocked!
Sergio Vargas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vargas looks to throw the jab but Randleman is out of range.
Oh Vargas is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vargas walks straight into a right hand from Randleman - that's dropped him! Randleman jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Vargas from any more punishment! Vargas complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman 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: HFC 12 - Bizihwaeile vs Wolf
Date: Mar 28, 2020

#R1#
Linga moves out of range as Randleman strikes.
Randleman jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Linga shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Randleman sprawls well. Randleman wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Linga gets slowly back to his feet.
Randleman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Randleman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Linga.
Linga fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randleman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Linga was well out of range. Poor timing from Randleman.
Randleman stuffs the takedown attempt from Linga. Linga gets slowly back to his feet.
Randy Randleman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gvido Linga.#T1##TD2#
Linga gets a double leg takedown into Randleman's guard.
Linga wants to pass the guard but Randleman is keeping the position.
Randleman keeping moving, preventing Linga from controlling successfully.
Linga keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Randleman's head.
Randleman is controlling Linga's posture.
Linga wants to control from the top but Randleman keeps moving. #T2#
Randleman can't keep his opponent in guard - Linga advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Randleman is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at GWad's Playpen that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Linga wants to work for an arm triangle but Randleman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Randleman desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Linga wants to free his trapped foot but Randleman is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T3#
Randleman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Randleman is staying active underneath Linga, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Randleman keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Linga shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Randleman napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Linga has an Americana. Randleman didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Linga is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Linga hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Gvido Linga!

Event: HFC 3 - Guy -vs- Sparrow
Date: Feb 22, 2020

#R1#
Montana shoots in looking for a takedown. Randleman tries to sprawl out of it but Montana keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Randleman manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Montana walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Randleman paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#TD#
Montana closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Randleman's guard.
Montana trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Randleman pulls Montana in close to his closed guard and prevents Montana from doing any damage or advancing position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Montana tries to free his leg and advance position but Randleman is retaining full guard. #T1#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Randleman can do anything to dispel that myth.
Montana trying to move into half guard but instead Randleman has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Montana wants to sweep but no luck.
Randleman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Randleman preventing the sweep.
Randleman is stalling in the full guard.
Montana looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randleman is one step ahead there.
Montana looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2#
Randleman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Montana looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Randleman puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Randleman is looking to advance position but Montana won't allow it.
Randleman is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3##SUB#
Montana is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Randleman pulls his head out easily.
Montana is looking for a sweep. Randleman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Randleman keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Montana dives in for a single leg takedown but Randleman sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Toni Montana seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Montana walks into a straight right hand from Randleman.#CUT2#
It looks like Toni Montana has been cut.
Montana shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Randleman counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Randleman.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Toni Montana. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Randleman prevents a takedown attempt there.
Randleman working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Randleman throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T4#
Randleman scores with a nice hook to the head.
Randleman lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Montana or not.
Randleman stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Montana is breathing heavily.#TD#
Montana is trying to trip Randleman. He has hold of a leg but Randleman is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Montana persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Montana has gone for a leg lock! Randleman slips out almost immediately though and dives into Montana's guard.#REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randleman stays in close to Montana's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Montana looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randleman works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Toni Montana's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Montana takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Montana fails with a takedown attempt.
Montana shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Randleman but Randleman pushes him off and we're back to square one.#KD2#
Randleman sends Montana crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Randleman is motioning to the referee to let Montana up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#
Montana is rocked!
Randleman throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A counter left hand to the body from Montana misses its target.
Randleman cracks a nice hook into Montana's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#KD2#
Randleman cracks Montana with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Randleman has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Montana to stand back up!
Oh Montana is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Randleman drops Montana with a big left hand! Montana is injured, injured bad! Randleman jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 30, 2019

#R1##CL#
Randleman gets tackled into the cage by Feynman. Feynman maintains the clinch.
Feynman is trying to break free.
Randleman digs a right hand underneath Feynman's ribcage. Feynman let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short uppercut from Randleman.
Nice body punch from Randleman - that landed with a thud.
Feynman looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Randleman is leaning against Feynman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Randleman is leaning against Feynman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Feynman is breathing heavily.
Randleman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Our sources have told us that Feynman has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Feynman wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Randleman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Randleman pushes Feynman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Randleman lands a hook to the side of the head.
Randleman lands a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Randleman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Feynman backwards. #CUT2#
It looks like Kandal Feynman has been cut.
Randleman cracks Feynman with a nice body shot.
Randleman lands a left hand.
Randleman lands a shot to the body.
Randleman digs a right hand underneath Feynman's ribcage. Feynman let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T1#
Randleman lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Randleman cracks Feynman with a nice body shot.
Good body shot from Randleman.
Randleman lands a right hand.
Randleman lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Still in the clinch, Randleman scores with a nice short uppercut.
Randleman lands with a short punch from the clinch. #KD2#
Randleman drops Feynman onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Feynman is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2#
Feynman is rocked!
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 right hook to the body lands for Randleman.
Oh Feynman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A right hand to the body from Randleman.
Randleman is working Feynman over against the cage.
Randleman pushes Feynman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Randleman lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Feynman backwards.
Randleman lands a hook that snaps the head of Feynman backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Randleman.
Randleman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Randleman lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Feynman or not.
Randleman scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Randleman lands with a left to the head.
Randleman makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Randleman lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Randleman lands a body punch.
Randleman taking a breather.
Randleman cracks Feynman with a nice body shot.
Randleman lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Feynman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Randleman presses Feynman against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Randleman pushes Feynman back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Feynman seems to have got his legs back now.
Randleman lands a shoulder strike.
Randleman digs a right hand into Feynman's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Feynman's gas tank.
Randleman gets through Feynman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Randleman.
Randleman pushes Feynman back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Randleman lands a nice shot to the body.
Randleman lands with a right to the head. #T3#
Randleman throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Feynmans head.
Randleman is working Feynman over against the cage.
Randleman has Feynman pressed against the cage. Feynman drops his hands and Randleman takes advantage by unloading with a massive hook that sends Feynman tumbling to the canvas! Randleman rains down with more punches but Feynman was already out! That's a highlight reel knockout for Randleman!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Randy Randleman!

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