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Event: C284: Marley vs Anderson     
Date:   Mar 03, 2024
#R1#
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yarborough moves away.
Yarborough ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Yarborough uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
A looping hook to the body misses from Machado. Yarborough does a little dance to reset his feet.
A thudding body kick lands there by Machado!
A decent looking cross lands there for Yarborough.
Yarborough lands a slapping body shot.
Machado moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Machado.
Machado throws a leg kick which misses Yarborough's front leg but catches the back leg as Yarborough tries to avoid it. #CL2#
Yarborough moves into the clinch successfully.
Yarborough lands a left hand that snaps the head of Machado backwards.
Good body shot from Machado.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Yarborough fails to land.
Machado's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Machado misses with some punches.
Yarborough working aggressively here.
Yarborough throws a punch but it's blocked by Machado. #T1#
Yarborough misses with some punches.
Yarborough lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Yarborough fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yarborough lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Yarborough misses with the head strike.
Yarborough misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yarborough lands with a short shot to the head.
Machado misses with some punches.
Yarborough working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Machado can't find room to land a body shot as Yarborough controls the action.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yarborough's elbow.
Machado digs a right hand underneath Yarborough's ribcage. Yarborough let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yarborough can't find room to land a body shot as Machado controls the action.
Machado can't find room to land a body shot as Yarborough controls the action. #BC2#
Yarborough breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Machado lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Yarborough throws a series of punches but Machado avoids them all with ease.
Yarborough plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yarborough 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.
Yarborough thuds his right hand into Machado's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Machado misses with a hook.
Yarborough looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Yarborough fails to land with a series of punches.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
A countering left hand to the body from Yarborough misses.
Yarborough walks into a stiff left hand from Machado.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Machado backs off Yarborough throws a huge counter combo but Machado manages to avoid it all.
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Yarborough uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Machado scoring well with a low kick there.
Machado misses with a leg kick
and Yarborough counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Machado scores with a sloppy right hand. Yarborough should have avoided that one.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Yarborough throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Yarborough misses the target.
A jab from Machado misses.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Yarborough misses with a straight left.
Yarborough looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Machado throws a jab when Yarborough was well out of range.
Good shot there by Machado.
Machado throws a hook but Yarborough avoids it easily.
Yarborough displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab.
Machado 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.
Machado lands an overhand right.
Machado fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Yarborough ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Yarborough ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado misses with a hook.
Nice body punch from Machado.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice leg kick from Machado, right into the meat of the thigh.
Yarborough throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A nice leg kick lands there from Machado. #T4#
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yarborough sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Machado jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yarborough misses with a hook
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Yarborough fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Yarborough's hands.
Yarborough ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machado throws the kick towards the body but Yarborough avoids it.
Yarborough looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado lands a jab.
Machado looks to land a right hand but Yarborough moved out of range.
Yarborough throws a sloppy body shot
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
It seemed like Yarborough was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machado lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Yarborough throws out a counter right but Machado avoids it with no problem.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Yarborough is just out of range.
Yarborough swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Yarborough looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Machado scores with a nice strike.
Yarborough stuns Machado with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Machado moves away from the strike by Yarborough.
Yarborough checks the leg kick.
Yarborough looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Machado lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Yarborough ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machado scores with a hook.
Machado scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A good leg kick by Machado.
Machado throws a low kick but Yarborough moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado avoids the head kick by Yarborough.
Yarborough's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Machado lands with a right hand.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Yarborough! But no joy.
A solid leg kick lands there for Machado.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big right from Machado misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Yarborough misses.#T1#
Yarborough misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
A swing and a miss from Yarborough.
Yarborough slips a straight right by Machado.
A countering left hand to the body from Yarborough misses.
Yarborough with a hook.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yarborough.
Yarborough throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Yarborough's head.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Machado with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nice shot lands for Yarborough.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Machado tries to move into range but Yarborough moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Yarborough moves out of range as Machado throws a body kick.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
Yarborough misses the jab.
Yarborough stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
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!
Machado cracks Yarborough with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T2#
An inside leg kick lands from Machado.
Machado throws a shot to the body.
Machado misses with a kick to the body
and Yarborough counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Yarborough plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Machado throws a half hearted mid kick.
Yarborough slips a straight right by Machado.
Yarborough misses with a straight right.
Machado scores with a punch to the head.
A low kick lands for Machado.
Machado slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Yarborough throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Donk. Machado catches Yarborough right on the button with a cross.
Decent striking displayed by Machado there.
Machado lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yarborough can do to turn this around?#T3#
Machado throws a body kick that misses
letting Yarborough counter with a right hand.
Yarborough misses with a left hand
letting Machado counter with a right hand.
Machado lands a nice looking body shot.
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Yarborough moves away and avoids it.
Machado keeps Yarborough at a distance using the push kick.
Machado is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Yarborough manages to avoid it.
Machado connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Machado throws the kick towards the body but Yarborough avoids it.
Yarborough looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Yarborough has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Machado finds it's way round the side to connect with Yarborough's head.
Machado throws a front kick that sends Yarborough stumbling back into the cage.
Machado misses with a lunging right hand
and Yarborough counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yarborough scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Yarborough misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Machado throws a big shot that misses.
Machado lands a nice leg kick that just misses Yarborough's sensitive parts.
Yarborough throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado slips a jab from Yarborough.
Machado is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Machado connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Yarborough momentarily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Yarborough.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Machado cracks Yarborough with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Yarborough misses with a looping left.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado tried to score with a low kick but Yarborough checks it.
Machado with the inside leg kick.
Yarborough has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Yarborough throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Machado throws out a leg kick but Yarborough moves out of range and Machado only half commits.
Yarborough uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Yarborough misses with a two punch combination.
Yarborough steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
A lazy left from Yarborough finds it's target.
A big left from Machado misses.
Yarborough keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yarborough uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
Yarborough looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Machado lands with a nice body punch.
Machado fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Yarborough looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch lands to the side of Yarborough 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado scoring well with a low kick there.
Machado misses with a body kick.
Yarborough swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Yarborough moves out of range of the leg kick from Machado.#T1#
Yarborough misses with a wild body shot.
Good work by Yarborough as he checks the leg kick.
Yarborough throws out a counter right but Machado avoids it with no problem.
A leg kick checked by Yarborough.
Yarborough misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Machado looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Yarborough throws a hook to the side of Machado's head but Machado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Yarborough tests Machado's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Yarborough ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Machado misses with a straight left.
A countering left hand to the body from Yarborough misses.
Yarborough slips under a jab from Machado.
Machado showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Yarborough. #T2#
Machado uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Machado throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Yarborough keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
It seemed like Yarborough was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machado throws a low kick but Yarborough moves out of range easily.
Yarborough now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Machado misses with an uppercut
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Yarborough throws a right hand that Machado ducks under and follows up with a left that Machado also avoids with ease.
Yarborough takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Yarborough.
Yarborough throws out a counter right but Machado avoids it with no problem.
Machado lands the left hand.
Yarborough listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Machado fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Yarborough checks it well.
Machado connects with an inside leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Machado, as that shot connected. #T3#
Yarborough on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Yarborough connects with a right hand. Machado shakes it off.
The fighters circle momentarily. Yarborough darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nice uppercut lands for Machado. That snapped Yarborough's head back.
Machado throws a quick inside leg kick.
Machado misses with an attempted mid kick.
Machado catches Yarborough with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
James Yarborough has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That kick from Machado tenderised Yarborough's leg. Yarborough is trying to keep his angry face on.
Yarborough slips under a jab from Machado.
Yarborough 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.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Yarborough is just out of range.
Machado takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
Yarborough takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado misses with a shot to the body
and Yarborough counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Machado lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T4#
Nice jab there from Machado.
Machado with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Machado throws a quick inside leg kick.
Yarborough moves out of range of the strikes.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A big right from Yarborough misses.
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Yarborough's leg but Yarborough calmly moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Yarborough on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Yarborough takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Machado looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Yarborough lands a jab to the nose.
Yarborough scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Good leg kick by Machado.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yarborough moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wanderson Machado showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Machado, 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:27
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

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

 

Event: C270: Tosen vs Payer IV     
Date:   Jan 14, 2024
#R1#
Machado misses the jab.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Lew is just out of range.
Machado fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lew has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Machado throws the left hand but Lew avoids the punch easily.
Lew throws a counter combo.
Machado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lew checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lew throws a jab but it's blocked by Machado.
Machado delivers a nice body kick.
A low kick lands for Machado.
Machado slips a jab from Lew.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado feints and then cracks Lew's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lew down.
Machado blocks the body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lew swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Lew's shoulder, as Lew tries to avoid the shot.
Machado with the inside leg kick.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Lew counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado avoids the body shot from Lew. #T1#
Machado punishes Lew's body with a nice straight punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Lew misses the target.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lew.
Lew misses with a straight right.
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lew on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lew gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lew's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Machado connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lew scrambles back to his feet.
Machado misses with an attempted mid kick.
Machado lands a leg kick that knocks Lew off balance momentarily.
Machado lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lew moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lew takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta 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!
A solid leg kick lands there for Machado.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Lew was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Lew was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Lew.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Lew cracks Machado with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Machado fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lew misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Machado fakes the leg kick and cracks Lew in the body.
Lew 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.
Lew misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Machado misses with a left hand
and Lew counters with a body kick.
Machado with a nice calf kick.
Machado slips a straight right by Lew.
Lew throws a series of punches but Machado avoids them all with ease.
A left lands for Machado.
Lew lands a nice leg kick that just misses Machado's sensitive parts.
Machado swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lew cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
Lew on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Lew moves away and avoids it.
Machado buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lew sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lew appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
A bone on bone clash there as Lew blocks the leg kick.
Machado scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Lew looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
A thudding body kick lands there by Machado!
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lew.
Lew misses with a straight left.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Machado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lew moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado lands an overhand right.#T4#
Lew moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Machado is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lew bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Machado's head.
Lew misses with a lunging right hand
and Machado counters with a thumping low kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Machado throws the left hand but Lew avoids the punch easily.
Machado connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lew momentarily.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lew walks into a straight right hand from Machado.
Machado walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lew throws the left hand but Machado avoids the punch easily.
Machado misses with a lunging right hand
and Lew counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado misses with a looping right.
Lew shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Machado takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Machado has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lew.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado'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#
Lew misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lew sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Machado looks to throw a body kick
and Lew cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lew pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado lands with an uppercut that bounces Lew off the cage and back into range.
Lew avoids the body shot from Machado.
Machado connects with a body shot.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lew looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Machado with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A shot to the liver by Machado. Beautiful body shot.
Lew tries to work over Machado's front leg with a kick but Machado checks it.
Lew's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado lands a head shot.
Lew slips a straight right by Machado.
Machado tries a low kick but Lew avoids it.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Lew might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Machado has got the better of the exchanges.
A slow jab from Lew misses its intended target. #T1#
Lew connects with a nice looking jab.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lew moves away.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lew.
Machado connects with a jab.
Machado lands with a good body shot.
Machado throws a wild body kick that Lew sees coming a mile off.
Lew takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Machado scores with a nice strike.
Machado throws a push kick but Lew slaps the foot to one side.
Lew shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Machado scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lew doesn't seem bothered though.
Lew misses with a head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T2#
Machado 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.
Machado buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Machado throws out a powerful jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Lew misses the target.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Lew.
Machado slips a jab from Lew.
Lew displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lew.
A slapping body kick lands there for Machado.
A low kick lands for Machado.
Lew throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Machado throws a low kick but Lew avoids it.
Lew jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lew throws a looping overhand right but Machado ducks down to avoid it.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Machado slips a jab from Lew.
Lew on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Machado. Machado obviously looking to wear him down.
Machado scores with a hook.
Lew throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Lew connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CUT2#Jeez, Wanderson Machado's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Julius Lew!
Julius Lew is the new middleweight champion!
Julius Lew decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: C266: Nakagawa vs Machado II     
Date:   Jan 07, 2024
#R1#
Machado throws a hook but Nakagawa blocks it.
Machado finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Machado throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Some bone on bone action there as Nakagawa checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado moves into range and connects with a jab.
Machado throws a low kick but Nakagawa moves out of range easily.
Machado throws the left hand but Nakagawa avoids the punch easily.
A big right from Machado misses.
Machado throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nakagawa 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 swing and a miss from Nakagawa.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Machado! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Nakagawa there.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Nakagawa's shoulder, as Nakagawa tries to avoid the shot.
Nakagawa throws a right hand that Machado ducks under and follows up with a left that Machado also avoids with ease.
Machado cracks Nakagawa with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Machado lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Machado throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Nakagawa appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nakagawa needs to keep his hands up - Machado had a free shot at his head there.
Machado cracks a nice hook into Nakagawa's ribs.
Machado looks to land a right hand but Nakagawa moved out of range.
Nakagawa shoots in but Machado avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nakagawa.
Nakagawa tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
Machado stuffs the takedown.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Nakagawa ducks down to avoid it.
Nakagawa tries to counter by clinching up but Machado breaks away and moves out of range.
Nakagawa looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nakagawa on the side of the head.
Nakagawa darts in looking for a takedown but Machado gets double underhooks and turns Nakagawa into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinnosuke Nakagawa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Machado tries to work over Nakagawa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nakagawa misses with some punches.
Machado fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nakagawa tries for a takedown but Machado manages to get underhooks.
Nakagawa blocks a body shot from Machado. #T2#
Machado digs a right hand into Nakagawa's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nakagawa's gas tank.
Nakagawa struggles to land a body shot inside as Machado controls his hands.
Machado blocks a body shot from Nakagawa.
Nakagawa blocks a body shot from Machado.
A head punch on the inside from Nakagawa fails to land.
A short right from Machado on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Nakagawa lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Machado desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Nakagawa tries to pass the half guard into mount. Machado knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Nakagawa is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Machado defends it well. #T3##SUB#
Nakagawa is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Machado has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nakagawa tries to pass to full mount but Machado defends it. #SUB#
Nakagawa is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakagawa thows a huge punch but Machado dodges it nicely. #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.
Machado is doing well to control the position and prevent Nakagawa from advancing to side control.
Nakagawa throws a strike but Machado avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Nakagawa is fighting to break Machado's control of his arms but Machado is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Nakagawa looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado misses with a hook. Nakagawa ducked under it nicely.
Machado looks for the body kick but Nakagawa saw that one coming.
Wanderson Machado is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nakagawa moves out of range of the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nakagawa will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nakagawa.
Nakagawa takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Nakagawa's head but Nakagawa sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nakagawa appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Machado scores with a hook.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Machado throws a wild body kick that Nakagawa sees coming a mile off.
Machado throws out a leg kick but Nakagawa moves out of range and Machado only half commits.
Machado misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado throws a good cross that connects.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Nakagawa slips the punch.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Nakagawa ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Nakagawa takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Machado throws a big shot that misses.
Nakagawa tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nakagawa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nakagawa throws out the jab.
Machado throws a solid leg kick but Nakagawa takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Machado.
A jab lands there for Nakagawa.
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Nakagawa's leg but Nakagawa calmly moves out of range.
Nakagawa tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
Machado misses with an attempted mid kick.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Machado throws a jab when Nakagawa was well out of range.
Nakagawa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nakagawa appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Machado clobbers Nakagawa with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nakagawa tries to move into range but Machado moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nakagawa works the jab nicely.
Wanderson Machado seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Machado.
Machado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Machado on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Machado throws out a loose jab but Nakagawa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakagawa uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
Nakagawa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Nakagawa cracks Machado with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nakagawa walks into a straight right hand from Machado.
Machado looks to throw the jab but Nakagawa is out of range.
As Machado tries to get set, Nakagawa tries to push him back and clinch up but Machado manages to avoid the attempt.
Nakagawa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.#CL#
Nakagawa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nakagawa tries to throw a body punch but Machado avoids it by throwing Nakagawa back against the cage.
Machado blocks an uppercut.
Nakagawa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Machado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nakagawa lands with a left to the head.
Machado works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T3#
Nakagawa working aggressively here.
Machado lands a body punch in the clinch.
Machado throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nakagawas head.
Nakagawa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nakagawa is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Machado pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nakagawa tries to work over Machado's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Machado scores with a hook to the body.
Nakagawa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Machado lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Still in the clinch, Machado scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nakagawa is trying to pull guard but Machado has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinnosuke Nakagawa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Machado struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakagawa controls his hands. #TD#
Nakagawa works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Nakagawa being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
Nakagawa looking to pass the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Nakagawa moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Nakagawa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Machado throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nice defenses there by Nakagawa.
Machado is looking to land body kicks.
Machado connects with an inside leg kick.
Nakagawa will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Machado misses with a hook.
Machado scores with the left hand. Nakagawa knows he should have avoided that one.
Machado connects with a single shot there.
Nakagawa 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.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Nakagawa slips the punch.
Nakagawa is looking to counter the offense by Machado and move into the clinch.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nakagawa manages to avoid it.
Nakagawa feinted with a counter takedown.
Nakagawa fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nakagawa.
Nakagawa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nakagawa defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand.
Nakagawa looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
A little jabbing left from Machado on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nakagawa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nakagawa.
Nakagawa tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
Machado looks to land a body kick but Nakagawa moved away.
Machado tried to score with a low kick but Nakagawa checks it.
Nakagawa attempts a counter takedown but Machado avoids it well and moves away.
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target.
Nakagawa half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Machado throws a front kick aimed at Nakagawa's knee but Nakagawa avoids it well.
Machado is looking to score with low kicks.
Nakagawa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Machado throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nakagawa misses the shot to the body.
Machado shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Machado takes one to the chin there.
Nakagawa is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T2#
Machado misses with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Nakagawa.
Nakagawa feinted with a counter takedown.
Machado connects with a jab.
A nice leg kick from Machado, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado throws a low kick but Nakagawa avoids it.
Nakagawa drops down looking for a counter takedown but Machado sprawls and moves away.
Nakagawa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.#TD#
Nakagawa fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Machado to the ground. Nakagawa is now in Machado's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nakagawa throwing strikes but missing.
Nakagawa stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Machado swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nakagawa is looking to pass into half guard but Machado pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Machado is in guard.#REVB##T3##SUB#
Nakagawa has his foot on Machado's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Machado works his way back into a safe position though.
Nakagawa controlling the position.
Nakagawa wants to sweep but no luck.
Machado is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Machado throws a wild body kick that Nakagawa sees coming a mile off.
Machado throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nakagawa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Machado misses with an attempted mid kick.
Machado looks to throw the jab but Nakagawa is out of range.
Nakagawa tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
Nakagawa slips under a jab.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nakagawa.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nice shot by Machado.
Machado scores with a nice strike.
Nakagawa blocks a jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Nakagawa moves out of range as Machado throws a body kick.
Machado tries to land a leg kick but Nakagawa saw it coming and moves away.
Nakagawa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Machado lands a leg kick that knocks Nakagawa off balance momentarily.
Nakagawa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Machado stuffs the takedown attempt from Nakagawa. Nakagawa gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinnosuke Nakagawa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nakagawa throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Nakagawa tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
Machado throws a front kick that sends Nakagawa stumbling back into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
A leg kick checked by Nakagawa.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Nakagawa ducks down to avoid it.
Machado looks to land a right hand but Nakagawa moved out of range.#TD#
Nakagawa decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Nakagawa is keen to just control but Machado is a slippery customer.
Machado keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nakagawa tries to pass to full mount but Machado defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakagawa is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Machado blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nakagawa.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Nakagawa throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nakagawa is looking to take a break and control but Machado is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Machado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nakagawa's head.
Nakagawa slips under a jab.
Nakagawa wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Nakagawa takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nakagawa takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado connects with a crisp jab. #T2#
Nakagawa checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A good leg kick by Machado.
Machado scores with the left hand. Nakagawa knows he should have avoided that one.
A bone on bone clash there as Nakagawa blocks the leg kick.
Machado with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Machado 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.
Nakagawa feinted with a counter takedown.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but Nakagawa sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nakagawa throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a good low kick that Nakagawa was not able to check.
A solid body kick from Machado.
Nakagawa is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Nakagawa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Machado looks to land a right hand but Nakagawa moved out of range.
Nakagawa attempts a counter takedown but Machado avoids it well and moves away.
Machado gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Machado pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T3#
Nakagawa scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Machado looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nakagawa throws a jab but it's blocked by Machado.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Nakagawa half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nakagawa. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
A cross from Machado lands.
Machado throws a jab but it's blocked by Nakagawa.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nakagawa moves out of range of the leg kick from Machado.
Machado thumps Nakagawa with a low kick.
Machado misses with a hook. Nakagawa ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Machado throws a wild body kick that Nakagawa sees coming a mile off.
Machado throws a leg kick but Nakagawa moved away.
Machado moves out of range as Nakagawa strikes.
Nakagawa misses the shot to the body.
Machado thinks about the counter body kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nakagawa checks a leg kick.
Machado throws the left hand but Nakagawa avoids the punch easily.
Machado takes a swing at Nakagawa's ribcage but misses.
Nakagawa checks a low kick from Machado.
Machado misses the shot to the body.
Nakagawa drops down looking for a counter takedown but Machado sprawls and moves away.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Nakagawa saw that one coming.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.
Machado scores with a spinning back kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nakagawa ducks right into an uppercut from Machado.
Machado lands with a nice body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Machado connects with a crisp jab.
Machado throws the left hand but Nakagawa avoids the punch easily.
Nakagawa throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Machado pushes Nakagawa away with a front kick.
Machado throws a chopping leg kick but Nakagawa manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Machado jabs Nakagawa right on the nose. Nakagawa blinks but takes it well.
Jab from Nakagawa.
Machado slips under a jab.
Nakagawa takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Machado - that will leave a mark!
Machado connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nakagawa. Nakagawa circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Nakagawa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nakagawa on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Machado. Machado obviously looking to wear him down.
Nakagawa throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Nakagawa moves away and avoids it.
Nakagawa drops down looking for a counter takedown but Machado sprawls and moves away.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Nakagawa is looking to counter the offense by Machado and move into the clinch.
Nakagawa defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand.
Nakagawa moves out of range as Machado throws a body kick.
Machado misses the jab.
Machado looks to land a body kick but Nakagawa moved away.
Nakagawa tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Machado tries a quick counter leg kick but Nakagawa is wise to it.
Nakagawa will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Nakagawa saw that one coming.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Nakagawa throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Machado's waist but Machado gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nakagawa off to one side.
A big right from Machado misses.
Machado throws a leg kick but Nakagawa sees it coming and moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Shinnosuke Nakagawa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nakagawa works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nakagawa on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Machado wants to slow Nakagawa down by chopping away at his legs.
Nakagawa appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Machado lands a head shot.
A shot to the liver by Machado. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Nakagawa instigates a clinch.
Still in the clinch, Machado scores with a nice short uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado lands a nice uppercut.
Nakagawa changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Machado fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A slapping leg kick lands for Machado.
Nakagawa checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nakagawa takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T3#
Nakagawa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Nakagawa ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nakagawa scores with a shot to the body.
Nakagawa moves out of range of the leg kick from Machado.
Nakagawa feinted with a counter takedown.
Nakagawa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Machado 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 Nakagawa has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nakagawa and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Nakagawa ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Nakagawa walks into a stiff left hand from Machado.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado with the inside leg kick. #T4#
Machado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nakagawa's head.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Nakagawa crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Machado - the referee stops the clock and Nakagawa gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Machado. Nakagawa manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Machado connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big left from Nakagawa misses.
Nakagawa looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nakagawa on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nakagawa ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Nakagawa goes for a double leg but Machado avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Machado continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinnosuke Nakagawa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nakagawa.
Machado lands a body punch.
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.
Machado misses with the head strike.
Machado misses with the head strike.
Nakagawa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Machado blocks a body shot from Nakagawa.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nakagawa.
Machado misses with a punch on the inside.
Nakagawa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wanderson Machado comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Machado 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 45:50
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 45:50
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

Wanderson Machado is the new middleweight champion!
A very excited looking Wanderson Machado made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: C263: Lehto vs Kreischer     
Date:   Dec 31, 2023
#R1#
Machado fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Adam lands a really nice looking cross but Machado seems unphased.
Adam slips a straight right by Machado.
A big left from Adam misses.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Machado with the inside leg kick.
Adam dives in and grabs Machado's left leg, looking for a takedown. Machado pushes down on Adam's head and hops out.
A jab lands there for Machado.
Machado scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice shot lands for Adam.
Adam defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand.
Adam uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Adam.
Machado shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A jab from Machado finds it's way through Adam's defenses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Machado drops his hands momentarily and Adam takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Machado bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado with a nice calf kick.
Adam works Machado's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Adam lands with an uppercut that bounces Machado off the cage and back into range.
Machado pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A cross from Adam lands.
Adam misses with a looping left.
Machado appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Adam steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Adam is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Adam, as that shot connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Machado. Adam does a little dance to reset his feet.
Adam moves out of range of the body kick from Machado.
Adam moves out of range of the body kick from Machado.
Adam misses with a straight right.
Adam scores with a nice strike.
Adam is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nice takedown defense from Machado. No joy for Adam on that attempt.
Machado throws a leg kick that misses.
A big right from Machado misses.
Adam missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado lands an overhand right.
Machado throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Wanderson Machado is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Machado misses with a low kick.#T2#
Machado connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Adam moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Adam misses the target.
Adam misses with a takedown attempt - Machado sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Principo Adam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A thudding body kick lands there by Machado!
Machado blocks a jab.
Adam fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Adam slips under a jab from Machado.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Machado.
Machado doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Adam scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Adam blocks the body kick.
Adam bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Adam takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Horrible takedown attempt by Adam or perhaps it was just good defense by Machado, which made it look bad. #T3#
Adam walks into a straight right hand from Machado.
Adam misses with a looping left.
Adam ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Adam.
Machado cracks Adam with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Machado tried to score with a low kick but Adam checks it.
Adam moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Adam shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A good leg kick by Machado.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Machado looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Adam wants to land a leg kick but Machado is out of range.
Machado throws out a loose jab but Adam uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice leg kick from Machado, right into the meat of the thigh.
Adam is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Adam takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Machado misses with a looping right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado misses with a lunging right hand
and Adam counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado throws a hook but Adam blocks it.
Adam appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Machado throws a front kick that sends Adam stumbling back into the cage.
Adam moves away from the strike by Machado.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Adam was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Adam stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Machado.
Adam scores with a jab to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Machado. That's going to slow Adam down.
Nice takedown defense from Machado. No joy for Adam on that attempt.
Adam gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Machado.
Machado will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Adam with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado looks for the body kick but Adam saw that one coming.
Adam was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Machado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Adam's head.
Adam slips under a jab from Machado.
Adam swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Adam checks the leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Adam lands with an overhand left.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Adam throws a body shot but no joy.
Machado throws out a counter right but Adam avoids it with no problem.
A jab from Machado does it's job there.
Wanderson Machado seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Adam takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Machado thumps Adam with a low kick.
Adam shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Machado pinned against the cage. Machado gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Adam is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Adam tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Machado swivels and escapes.
Adam checks a leg kick.
Machado stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adam has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Machado.
Machado moves away from the strike by Adam.
Machado misses with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Adam. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Machado! But no joy.
Machado looks to land a right hand but Adam moved out of range.
Machado throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Adam drops his hands momentarily and Machado takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Adam lunges at Machado with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Machado's hand.
A good leg kick by Machado.
Nice uppercut lands for Machado. That snapped Adam's head back.
Adam avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD#
Adam closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Adam tries to move into full mount but can't pass Machado's legs.
Machado tries to buck Adam off but Adam is having none of it.
Adam wants to control but Machado is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Adam is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T2#
Machado prevents Adam from moving into mount.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Machado is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Adam tries to advance to mount but Machado denies him. #T3#
Adam creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Machado sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB#
Adam is trying to get an arm triangle but Machado is defending well.
A lull in the action here as Adam stalls from top position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Machado thuds his right hand into Adam's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Machado fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Adam is out of range.
Machado tries a low kick but Adam avoids it.
Machado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Machado avoids the body shot from Adam.
No luck for Adam with that takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Machado! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Principo Adam. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice takedown defense from Machado. No joy for Adam on that attempt.
Machado sizes up Adam with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Adam avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Machado connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Adam momentarily.
Machado lands a jab to the head.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Machado misses with a straight right.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Adam saw that one coming.
It looked like Adam wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado throws a quick inside leg kick.
Adam takes one to the chin there.
Adam chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Machado can pounce on him.
Adam checks a leg kick.
Adam is looking to counter punch.
Machado stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Machado wants it to stay on the feet.
Adam keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
That's time! Adam's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Machado connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A bone on bone clash there as Machado blocks the leg kick.
Adam throws a hook to the side of Machado's head but Machado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Machado 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 Adam has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Adam and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#TD#
Adam looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Adam missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Adam seems to be looking for submissions.
Adam is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Machado manages to get to full guard.
Adam is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Adam wants to control from the top but Machado keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Machado is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Machado with a jab.
Adam moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Principo Adam has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Adam throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Machado.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Adam.
Adam swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Machado's corner calls for a 1-2. Machado obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Adam scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Machado doesn't seem bothered though.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Machado takes a jab right on the kisser.
Machado dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Adam. That did some damage!
Machado bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Adam's head backwards.
Adam throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Machado connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A big right from Machado misses.
Adam scores with a decent looking hook.
Adam misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Adam ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Adam takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
Machado misses with a hook. Adam ducked under it nicely.
Machado lands with a cross.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Adam is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
Jab, jab by Adam - just one landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Adam moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4##TD#
Adam shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Machado napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB#
Adam is trying to get an arm triangle but Machado is defending well.
Adam looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Machado is avoiding damage well.
Adam wants to lay and pray for a moment but Machado keeps working. #SUB#
Adam tries for a kimura but Machado is defending well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Principo Adam showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Machado 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:29
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

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

 

Event: C261: Matsuzaka vs Perkele II     
Date:   Dec 24, 2023
#R1#
Cranio rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a two punch combo.
Cranio connects with a right hand. Machado shakes it off.
Cranio throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Cranio swings away with a body shot that misses
and Cranio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Quebra Cranio has been cut.
Cranio misses with a series of wild punches.
Machado takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Cranio misses with a left hand
and Machado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Cranio thinking.
Cranio connects with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Cranio misses.
Machado throws a big counter combination but Cranio scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Machado takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Machado takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Cranio misses the jab.
Cranio throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Cranio falls off balance throwing a combination
and Machado counters with a nice low kick that buckles Cranio's knee momentarily.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Cranio looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Cranio takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Cranio misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Cranio throws a combination. Machado tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Cranio connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
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!
Cranio looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
Machado thinks about countering with a body kick.
A combination from Cranio does no damage.
It looked like Machado wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Cranio 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.
Cranio misses with a right hand
and Machado counters with a thumping low kick.
Cranio throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
Cranio swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Cranio lands with a nice body punch.
Cranio throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Machado was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cranio.
Cranio fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Machado on the side of the head.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
Jab from Cranio.#T3#
Cranio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Cranio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cranio lands the left hand.
Cranio tries to bum rush Machado with a series of wild strikes but Machado uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Machado with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cranio to score with a decent uppercut.
Cranio throws an off balance right hand
and Machado counters with a slapping leg kick.
Cranio misses with a straight left.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Cranio jabs Machado right on the nose. Machado blinks but takes it well.
Machado staying out of range there.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cranio throws a left and a right that both miss
and Machado counters with a nice body kick.
Quebra Cranio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
The fighters circling - Cranio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Machado appears to be looking for a big counter.
Cranio throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cranio misses with a hook
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cranio misses with a jab to the body
and Machado counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cranio looks winded!
Cranio throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with an outside leg kick.
Cranio misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a low kick, right behind Cranio 's knee.
Cranio swings away with a body shot that misses
and Machado counters with a body kick.
Cranio swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Cranio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cranio throws a right hand that misses
and Machado connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#Cranio is rocked!
Cranio swings away with a body shot that misses
and Machado counters with a slapping leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Quebra Cranio dominated that round.
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.#R2#
Cranio throws a hook to the side of Machado's head but Machado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cranio getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Cranio misses with a body shot.
Cranio throws an off balance right hand
and Machado counters with a big right hand! Oh Cranio is in trouble here! Machado follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
A victorious Wanderson Machado thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: C254: Obaminator vs Machado II     
Date:   Dec 03, 2023
#R1#
Obaminator tries to land a leg kick but Machado saw it coming and moves away.
Machado appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Obaminator misses with a head kick.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Obaminator misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
Barack Obaminator seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Obaminator to score with a decent uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obaminator missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A left lands for Obaminator.
Obaminator misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.#T1#
Obaminator throws a series of punches but Machado moves out of range.
Obaminator goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Obaminator looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Obaminator fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Machado takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Obaminator throws a poor cross that misses
and Machado counters with a nice low kick that buckles Obaminator's knee momentarily.
Machado tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Obaminator - that will leave a mark!
Obaminator lands with an uppercut that bounces Machado off the cage and back into range.#CUT#That has opened up Wanderson Machado's cut even more.
A punch lands to the side of Machado 's head but he takes it in his stride.
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!
Machado moves out of range as Obaminator strikes.
Obaminator tries to land a body kick
and Machado counters with a low kick, right behind Obaminator 's knee.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Obaminator.#T3#
Machado takes one to the side of the head.
Obaminator misses with a body shot
and Machado counters with a head kick. That will keep Obaminator thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Machado tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Machado on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Machado checks a leg kick nicely.
Machado doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Obaminator cracks Machado with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T4#
Obaminator lands a nice shot that snaps Machado's head back. #CUT#The cut above Wanderson Machado's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Obaminator looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Obaminator connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Machado walks forward, straight into a front kick from Obaminator.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Obaminator throws a lazy right hand but Machado sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Obaminator.
Donk. Obaminator catches Machado right on the button with a cross.
Obaminator throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Barack Obaminator dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Obaminator lands a body shot.
Obaminator lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Machado on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Obaminator scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Obaminator scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obaminator works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Obaminator connects with a solid leg kick.
Obaminator is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T1#
Obaminator just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Machado! But no joy.
Obaminator rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Obaminator takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Obaminator punishes Machado's body with a nice straight punch.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Obaminator.
Machado throws out a counter right but Obaminator avoids it with no problem.
Obaminator jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Obaminator misses the jab.
Obaminator tries to land a front kick but Machado steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T2#
Machado moves out of range as Obaminator strikes.
Machado only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Machado moves out of range of the body kick from Obaminator.
Obaminator throws a lazy body kick
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Obaminator misses with a body shot
and Machado counters with a nice kick to the body.
Obaminator is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Obaminator throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Obaminator tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Obaminator.
Obaminator is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Machado can do to turn this around?
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Obaminator throws a sloppy head kick and Machado moves out of range easily.
Obaminator swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Obaminator throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Obaminator connects with a body shot.
Obaminator scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Obaminator lands a glancing blow to the side of Machado's head.#CUT#Wanderson Machado's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.#T4#
Obaminator throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
Obaminator misses the shot to the body.
Obaminator misses with a right hand
and Machado counters with an outside leg kick.
Obaminator misses with an attempted mid kick.
Obaminator misses with an attempted mid kick.
Machado let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Obaminator misses with a kick to the body.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Obaminator.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Barack Obaminator dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Jab from Obaminator.
Obaminator throws a half hearted mid kick.
Obaminator throws a big shot that misses.
Machado throws a counter combo.
Obaminator lands a slapping body shot.
Obaminator is looking to land body kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obaminator slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Obaminator takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T1#
Obaminator misses with a hook
and Machado counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Obaminator lands with a good body shot.
Obaminator lands a leg kick that knocks Machado off balance momentarily.
Obaminator looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Machado lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Obaminator is looking to land body kicks.
Machado counters with a body kick.
Obaminator throws a leg kick
and Machado makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Obaminator really felt that one!
Machado ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Machado avoids the body shot from Obaminator.
Obaminator throws a big shot that misses.
Obaminator wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Obaminator misses with a body shot.
Obaminator throws a head kick that Machado semi-blocks.
Some bone on bone action there as Machado checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T3#
Obaminator uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Machado has time to react.
Obaminator lands with a thumping leg kick.
Obaminator throws a hook but Machado avoids it easily.
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Machado throws a counter combo.
Obaminator misses with a left hand
and Machado counters with a one-two to the body.
Obaminator just misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Machado slips under a jab from Obaminator.
Machado has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Obaminator jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A nice combination there by Obaminator.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Barack Obaminator!
Barack Obaminator retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Barack Obaminator made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: C247: Myers vs Ferkingstad II     
Date:   Nov 05, 2023
#R1#
Matsuda thuds his right hand into Machado's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Matsuda misses with a wild body shot.
Matsuda tests Machado's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Machado throws a jab but it's blocked by Matsuda.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Matsuda has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Machado.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but Matsuda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Matsuda walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Machado misses with a hook. Matsuda ducked under it nicely.
Machado throws out a powerful jab.
Matsuda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gunner's School of Combat in the buildup to the fight.
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Matsuda's leg but Matsuda calmly moves out of range.
A jab from Machado misses.
Matsuda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good leg kick by Machado.
Machado thumps Matsuda with a low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Machado. Matsuda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado with a jab.
Machado looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Machado throws a half hearted mid kick.
Matsuda appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Machado misses with a hook. Matsuda ducked under it nicely.
Matsuda avoids the body shot from Machado.
Machado stuns Matsuda with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Machado buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Machado lands a lovely overhand right.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Matsuda's shoulder, as Matsuda tries to avoid the shot.
Machado scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Matsuda doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice sprawl there from Machado as Matsuda shoots in.
Machado misses the jab.
Matsuda tests Machado's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A leg kick checked by Matsuda.
Matsuda moves out of range of the strikes.
Machado throws a leg kick that misses.
Jab from Matsuda.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Machado.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Matsuda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Matsuda half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Matsuda bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Matsuda swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Matsuda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Machado feints and then cracks Matsuda's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Matsuda down.
Machado scores with a leg kick.
Matsuda moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matsuda manages to avoid it.
Matsuda feinted with a counter takedown.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Matsuda scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Machado misses the shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Matsuda.
A little jabbing left from Machado on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Machado.
Machado wants to land a leg kick but Matsuda is out of range.
Matsuda uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Matsuda on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Matsuda takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
Machado is looking to score with low kicks.
Machado slips under a jab from Matsuda.
Machado wants to slow Matsuda down by chopping away at his legs.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Matsuda.
Machado throws a nice outside leg kick.
Matsuda checks a leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Machado.
A jab from Machado misses.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot lands for Machado.
Machado throws a half hearted mid kick.#T4#
Machado tries a low kick but Matsuda avoids it.
Matsuda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado lands a 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!
Matsuda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Matsuda checks a low kick from Machado.
Matsuda drops down looking for a counter takedown but Machado sprawls and moves away.
Matsuda ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Matsuda swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Machado.
Matsuda moves out of range of the strikes.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Matsuda half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Good exchange - Machado coming out on top.
Machado with a nice calf kick.
Matsuda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A leg kick checked by Matsuda.
Matsuda is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Matsuda blocks a leg kick.
Matsuda steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Machado misses with a hook. Matsuda ducked under it nicely.
Machado tries to move into range but Matsuda moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Machado throws a leg kick but Matsuda sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Matsuda attempts a counter takedown but Machado avoids it well and moves away.
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Matsuda's leg but Matsuda calmly moves out of range.
Machado fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Matsuda on the side of the head.
Machado takes a swing at Matsuda's ribcage but misses.
Machado slips under a jab from Matsuda.
Machado bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Matsuda's head backwards.
Machado stuffs the takedown attempt from Matsuda. Matsuda gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Matsuda is out of range.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Matsuda might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Machado throws a chopping leg kick but Matsuda manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Matsuda slips under a jab from Machado.
Machado swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Machado scores with a hook.#T1#
Machado throws the left hand but Matsuda avoids the punch easily.
Matsuda attempts a counter takedown but Machado avoids it well and moves away.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Matsuda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Matsuda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Matsuda tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
Matsuda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab.
Matsuda was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Matsuda throws a jab but it's blocked by Machado.
Wanderson Machado is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Machado stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Machado wants it to stay on the feet.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Matsuda scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but Matsuda sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Matsuda throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Machado throws a jab when Matsuda was well out of range.
Matsuda drops down looking for a counter takedown but Machado sprawls and moves away.#T2#
Matsuda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Matsuda scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Machado scores with a leg kick.
Matsuda jabs at Machado's body.
Machado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matsuda slips a jab from Machado.
Matsuda ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Machado throws a nice inside leg kick.
Machado feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Matsudas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Matsuda.
Matsuda checks a leg kick.
Matsuda has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Machado.
Wanderson Machado seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Machado throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Matsuda slips a jab from Machado.
Machado scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Matsuda lands with a right hand.
Matsuda is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
Machado lands a lovely overhand right.
Machado throws a leg kick which misses Matsuda's front leg but catches the back leg as Matsuda tries to avoid it. #TD#
Machado gets caught napping as Matsuda dives in and scores a takedown. Machado manages to retain guard.
Matsuda trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Machado seems keen to control Matsuda's posture.
Matsuda missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Matsuda postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Machado keeping moving, preventing Matsuda from controlling successfully.
Machado avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Matsuda will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Machado keeping moving, preventing Matsuda from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Machado avoids the body shot from Matsuda.
Matsuda shoots for a takedown but Machado saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tanaka Matsuda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Matsuda.
Matsuda looks for a takedown but Machado sprawls well.
Machado scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Machado uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Machado connects with a solid 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!
Matsuda moves out of range of the strikes.
Machado lands a nice looking body shot.
Machado misses with a looping right.
Machado scores with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Matsuda's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Matsuda blocks a low kick nicely.
Matsuda half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Machado with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Matsuda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Matsuda staying out of range there.
Matsuda shoots in for a takedown but Machado shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Matsuda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Matsuda staying out of range there.
Matsuda ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Matsuda saw that one coming.
Machado takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Matsuda's head but Matsuda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Matsuda tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matsuda moves out of range of the strikes.
Matsuda half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Machado throws out a powerful jab.
Machado looks for the body kick but Matsuda saw that one coming.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Matsuda was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Matsuda moved out of range nicely.
Matsuda appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Matsuda is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
Machado fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Matsuda.
Matsuda blocks a low kick nicely.
Machado tries a low kick but Matsuda avoids it.
Machado tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Matsuda. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Machado let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Matsuda checks a leg kick nicely.
Matsuda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado tries a low kick but Matsuda avoids it.
Matsuda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
Matsuda slips under a jab from Machado.
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Matsuda moves away and avoids it.
Machado misses the jab.
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target.
Machado buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Machado with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Matsuda fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Machado scores with a shot to the body.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Matsuda shoots for a takedown but Machado saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Matsuda throws a looping overhand right but Machado ducks down to avoid it.
Machado follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Matsuda moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Machado misses with a looping left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Matsuda's head but Matsuda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Machado throws out a loose jab but Matsuda uses good head movement to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Matsuda misses the target.
Matsuda throws a looping overhand right but Machado ducks down to avoid it.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Matsuda throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Matsuda punishes Machado's body with a nice straight punch.
Machado throws a leg kick which misses Matsuda's front leg but catches the back leg as Matsuda tries to avoid it. #T3#
Machado walks into a left hand.
Machado fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Matsuda checks it well.
Machado wants to slow Matsuda down by chopping away at his legs.
Machado wants to slow Matsuda down by chopping away at his legs.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Matsuda moves out of range as Machado strikes.
A jab from Machado misses.
Machado thumps Matsuda with a low kick.
Matsuda has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Machado.
Tanaka Matsuda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD#
Matsuda drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Matsuda 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#
Matsuda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Matsuda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Matsuda in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T4#
Matsuda misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
An elbow from Matsuda crashes against the mat.
Matsuda laying and praying for a moment but Machado takes advantage and regains half guard.
Matsuda is keen to just control but Machado is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Machado is defending against the submission attempts here by Matsuda.
Matsuda is trying to control. Machado wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

Our winner, Wanderson Machado, 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: C243: Billabong vs Ji Woo V     
Date:   Oct 22, 2023
#R1#
Lang walks forward, straight into a front kick from Machado.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado thows a leg kick but Lang checks it
and Lang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Machado throws out a loose jab but Lang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Machado lands with a shot to the body.
Machado throws a jab but it's blocked by Lang.
Machado lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lang's sensitive parts.
Lang works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lang fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Machado throws a body kick that misses.
Lang looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado throws the left hand but Lang avoids the punch easily.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Lang slips the punch.
Machado swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lang counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado tries to land a leg kick but Lang saw it coming and moves away.
Lang takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado backing away here, and Lang unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Machado throws out a loose jab but Lang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lang only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Machado misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lang connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Lang looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Lang's head but Lang sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Machado backing away here, and Lang unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Machado connects with a right hand. Lang shakes it off.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado throws a right hand that misses
and Lang counters with a straight right hand.
Machado throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Machado looks to land a body kick but Lang moved away.
Machado throws a chopping leg kick but Lang manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Machado with a nice calf kick.
Nice straight punches there by Machado. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Machado.
Machado throws a leg kick but Lang sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jab, jab by Machado - just one landing.
Lang moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Lang's leg but Lang calmly moves out of range. #T2#
Machado misses with a leg kick.
Lang has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lang drops his hands momentarily and Machado takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado throws a leg kick
and Lang counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lang.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lang was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
Lang is looking for the big counter here.
Nice defenses there by Lang.
Lang scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Machado attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lang on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Machado. Machado obviously looking to wear him down.
Lang misses the shot to the body.
Lang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado throws out a powerful jab.
Machado lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Machado throws a low kick but Lang moves out of range easily.
Lang counters with a body kick.#T3#
Lang misses with a straight right.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Lang moved out of range nicely.
Lang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Machado misses with a low kick as Lang jumps back.
Lang thinks about the counter body kick.
Machado punishes Lang's body with a nice straight punch.
Machado digs a good body shot into Lang's ribs.
Machado stuns Lang with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Machado finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado throws the left hand but Lang avoids the punch easily.
Machado is looking to slow Lang down with leg kicks.
Lang dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Machado. That did some damage!
Machado throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T4#
Machado misses with an uppercut
and Lang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado 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.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Lang ducks down to avoid it.
Lang tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Machado tries to land a leg kick but Lang saw it coming and moves away.
Machado backing away here, and Lang unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Lang gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Machado.
Lang misses with a straight left.
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lang counters with a good low kick that Machado was not able to check.
Machado throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand.
Machado has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lang finds it's way round the side to connect with Machado's head.
Machado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lang checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lang needs to keep his hands up - Machado had a free shot at his head there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lang will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A bone on bone clash there as Lang blocks the leg kick.
Lang counters with a body kick.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Machado rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lang counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Machado.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lang.
Crunch! Machado slams his shin into Lang's torso.
A big left from Machado misses.
Machado keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
As Lang backs away, Machado returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lang gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Lang might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Machado has got the better of the exchanges.
Lang defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand.
Machado misses with a hook to the body
and Lang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Lang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
Lang looks for the body kick but Machado saw that one coming.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Lang counters with an outside leg kick.
Lang's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lang moves away.
A shot to the body from Machado misses
and Lang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang lands a nice looking kick to the body. Machado takes a step back to recover.
Lang stuns Machado with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Machado with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Machado throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lang on the side of the head.
Machado lands a jab to the nose.
Machado misses with a shot to the body
and Lang counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Machado keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lang checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Lang tries a quick counter leg kick but Machado is wise to it.#T2#
Lang takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lang looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Lang has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Machado will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lang looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado misses with a left hand
and Lang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado throws an off balance right hand
and Lang makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lang counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lang throws a body shot but no joy.
Machado throws a leg kick
and Lang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lang looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado misses with a hook.
And Lang responds with a good body kick, but Machado manages to step out the way in time.
Lang ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Lang tries a quick counter leg kick but Machado is wise to it.
A low kick from Machado is predictable there
and Lang counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Lang dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Machado. That did some damage!
Machado lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Machado throws a leg kick which misses Lang's front leg but catches the back leg as Lang tries to avoid it.
Lang thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Machado if he has to take too many more of those.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Machado. Lang shrugs it off though.
Lang takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Lang slips the punch.
Lang doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Machado avoids the body shot from Lang.
Machado throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Machado connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lang's hands.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Lang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Lang slips the punch.
Lang swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lang gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Machado.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado works the jab nicely.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?#T4#
Lang lands a leg kick that knocks Machado off balance momentarily.
Lang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Lang misses with a wild body shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Machado blocks the leg kick.
Lang blocks a jab.
A shot to the liver by Machado. Beautiful body shot.
Lang swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Machado has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Lang.
A big right from Lang misses.
Machado fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lang.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Lang lands with a straight right. Machado didn't see that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
A nice leg kick lands there from Machado.
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 Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Machado connects with a solid leg kick.
Clubber Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Lang's leg but Lang calmly moves out of range.
Machado cracks Lang with an open hand slap.
Machado scores with a kick to the body.
Lang pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Lang takes a jab right on the kisser.
Machado misses with a looping right.
Machado throws a leg kick
and Lang counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado lands a leg kick that knocks Lang off balance momentarily.
Machado throws a chopping leg kick but Lang manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lang avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Machado throws a leg kick that misses.
Machado throws a leg kick
letting Lang counter with a right hand. #T1#
Machado doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Machado throws a leg kick
and Lang counters with a straight right hand.
Lang gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lang checks a leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Machado 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 Lang has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lang and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Machado throws a leg kick but Lang checks it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lang checks a leg kick.
Machado throws the left hand but Lang avoids the punch easily.
Lang moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Lang appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Machado misses with a hook.
Lang takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Machado throws a low kick but Lang moves out of range easily.
Machado wants to slow Lang down by chopping away at his legs.
A low kick from Machado misses
and Lang counters with an outside leg kick. #T2#
Machado throws a leg kick that misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lang checks a leg kick.
Machado throws a front kick aimed at Lang's knee but Lang avoids it well.
Machado lands a glancing blow to the side of Lang's head.
Machado tests Lang's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Machado 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 Lang has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lang and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Machado misses the jab.
Lang misses with a hook.
Lang lands a nice shot that snaps Machado's head back.
Lang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Lang throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
Machado moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
An inside leg kick from Machado misses.
Machado's corner calls for a 1-2. Machado obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T3#
Machado throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Machado throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Lang moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Lang counters with a body kick.
Machado misses with a hook. Lang ducked under it nicely.
Lang checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lang flicks out a counter leg kick but Machado steps away.
Machado ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Machado lands a leg kick that knocks Lang off balance momentarily.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lang doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lang just misses with a punch to the body.
Lang checks a leg kick.
Machado misses with a low kick as Lang jumps back.
Lang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Machado throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T4#
Machado fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lang has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lang tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Machado tests Lang's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Machado throws out a loose jab but Lang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Lang to counter with a crisp jab.
A nice leg kick from Lang, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lang lands with a right hand.
Machado throws a jab when Lang was well out of range.
Machado backing away here, and Lang unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Lang takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A big left from Lang misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Machado.
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

Wanderson Machado thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: C235: Ji Woo vs Myers     
Date:   Sep 30, 2023
#R1#
Machado lands an overhand right.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Nakagawa appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nakagawa shoots for a double leg takedown but Machado sprawls well. He's pushed Nakagawa's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Machado takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Machado 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.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Machado takes a swing at Nakagawa's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Machado misses.
Nakagawa seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Machado throws the kick towards the body but Nakagawa avoids it.
Nakagawa tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nakagawa tries to clinch but Machado is having none of it.
Machado looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakagawa on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nakagawa ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
so Nakagawa counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nakagawa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Machado is keeping the position for now.
Nakagawa will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Nakagawa not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've been hearing that Nakagawa has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T1#
Machado controlling Nakagawa's posture.
Machado is continuing to stall.
Machado keeping full guard, as Nakagawa tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nakagawa working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nakagawa throws a strike but Machado rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Nakagawa looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Nakagawa throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nakagawa looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nakagawa misses with a hook.#T3#
Nakagawa ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado lands a leg kick that knocks Nakagawa off balance momentarily.
Machado lands with an uppercut that bounces Nakagawa off the cage and back into range.
Nakagawa ducks right into an uppercut from Machado.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nakagawa appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Machado's corner calls for a 1-2. Machado obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Machado pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nakagawa half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Machado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nakagawa slips a jab from Machado.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakagawa ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
The fighters circling - Nakagawa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nakagawa misses with a body shot.
Machado lands with a nice body punch.
Machado throws a leg kick #TD#
so Nakagawa counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nakagawa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nakagawa showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Machado wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Nakagawa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL#
Nakagawa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nakagawa misses with a punch to the body.
Machado tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nakagawa lands a left hand that snaps the head of Machado backwards.
Nakagawa lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Nakagawa.
Nakagawa prevents a body shot from Machado.
Machado lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Machado.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Machado.
Machado gets through Nakagawa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nakagawa tries for a takedown. No joy.
Nakagawa struggles to land a body shot inside as Machado controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nakagawa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado gets underhooks to prevent Nakagawa's takedown attempt.
A hook to the body from Machado.
Machado presses Nakagawa against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nakagawa's elbow.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
Nakagawa tries a body shot but Machado blocks it. #T1#
Machado takes a shot to the head.
Nakagawa lands a right hand.
A nice left hand lands by Machado.
Machado lands a left hand.
Nakagawa misses with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Machado.
Nice body punch from Machado.
Machado misses with a body punch.
Machado throws a punch but it's blocked by Nakagawa.
A head punch on the inside from Nakagawa fails to land.
Nakagawa can't find room to land a body shot as Machado controls the action.
A short left from Machado.
Machado tries to throw a body punch but Nakagawa avoids it by throwing Machado back against the cage.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nakagawa's elbow.
Nakagawa blocking some punches.
Nakagawa is working Machado over against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nakagawa.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nakagawa misses with some punches.
Nakagawa tries to throw a body punch but Machado avoids it by throwing Nakagawa back against the cage.
Machado throws a punch but it's blocked by Nakagawa.
Machado misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Machado blocks an uppercut.
Machado works on Nakagawa's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nakagawa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nakagawa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Machado lands with a right to the head.
Machado lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nakagawa tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinnosuke Nakagawa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Machado scores with a shoulder strike.
A hook to the body from Machado.
Machado lands a hook that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
Machado scores with a shot to the side of Nakagawa's head.
Machado scores with a hook to the body.
Machado lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
Machado makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nakagawa takes a shot to the head.
Machado lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Machado scores with a hook to the body.
A short body shot lands from Machado as the two fighters clinch.
Machado makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Machado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Machado lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3#
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nakagawa's elbow.
Machado lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Machado lands a body punch.
A short right from Machado.
Machado scores with a shoulder strike.
Machado pushes Nakagawa back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Machado can't find room to land a body shot as Nakagawa controls the action.
Machado working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Machado pushes Nakagawa back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nakagawa prevents a body shot from Machado.
A shot in the inside from Machado.
Wanderson Machado seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Machado lands a shoulder strike.
Machado lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Machado lands a body shot in the clinch.
Machado lands an uppercut.
Machado tries a body shot but Nakagawa blocks it.
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nakagawa blocks a body shot from Machado. #T4#
Nakagawa blocking some punches.
Machado struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakagawa controls his hands.
Machado misses with some punches.
Nakagawa can't get the takedown.
Nakagawa misses with some punches.
Machado working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Machado is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Machado lands a shot to the body.
Machado doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Machado.
Machado lands with a light punch inside.
Machado lands a left hand.
A right handed body shot lands from Machado.
Machado lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Machado struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakagawa controls his hands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nakagawa's elbow.
Nakagawa is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Machado gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A body shot lands from Machado.
A left hand lands to the body for Machado.
A nice left hand lands by Machado.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado 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#
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Machado throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nakagawa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Machado takes a swing at Nakagawa's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Nakagawa gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Nakagawa ducks down to avoid it.
Nakagawa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nakagawa moves out of range of the leg kick from Machado.
Machado's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nakagawa under the eye.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Nakagawa saw that one coming.
Machado misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Nakagawa decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Machado's guard.
Machado has Nakagawa pulled in close to control his posture.
The adventures of Machado the control monster continue. Boring.#T1#
Nakagawa trying to move into half guard but instead Machado has managed to sweep!#REVB##SUB#
Nakagawa working for submissions but it's allowed Machado to get to half guard.
Nakagawa is looking to improve his position.
Machado is thwarting Nakagawa's attempts to control the position.
Shinnosuke Nakagawa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Machado in particular looking to stall.
Nakagawa is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Nakagawa looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Machado is taking a breather. Nakagawa says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Nakagawa tries to roll over but Machado keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Machado thows a leg kick but Nakagawa checks it #TD#
and Nakagawa counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Machado! #T4#
Machado manages to work his way to half guard, despite Nakagawa's best efforts.
Machado keeping control of the position.
Machado blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nakagawa.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Nakagawa is looking for a kimura but Machado is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Nakagawa to get the leverage.
Nakagawa throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

Our winner, Wanderson Machado, 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: C228: Ji Woo vs Benedetti II     
Date:   Sep 10, 2023
#R1#
Obaminator avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Machado fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Obaminator has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Obaminator looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A big right from Obaminator misses.
Obaminator misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
As Obaminator backs off Machado throws a huge counter combo but Obaminator manages to avoid it all.
Machado slips under a jab.
Obaminator tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A nice side step and Machado 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.
Obaminator wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Obaminator throws a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Obaminator throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Obaminator pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado thinks about the counter body kick.
Obaminator misses the shot to the body.
Obaminator uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Machado has time to react.
Obaminator displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab.
Obaminator walks forward, straight into a front kick from Machado.
Obaminator misses with a shot to the body
and Machado makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Obaminator really felt that one!
Machado takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Obaminator keeps Machado at a distance using the push kick. #T2#
Machado is looking to clinch but Obaminator is avoiding it.
Obaminator jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado throws a leg kick but Obaminator sees it coming and moves out of range.
Obaminator throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Obaminator misses with a wild body shot.
Obaminator looks for the body kick but Machado saw that one coming.
Machado flicks out a counter leg kick but Obaminator steps away.
Obaminator scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Obaminator looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
And Machado responds with a good body kick, but Obaminator manages to step out the way in time.
Obaminator lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T3#
Obaminator loads up on a big right hand but Machado slips the punch.
Obaminator goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A jab from Obaminator does it's job there.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Obaminator.
Obaminator thuds his right hand into Machado's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Obaminator scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Obaminator fails to land with a series of punches.
A countering left hand to the body from Machado misses.
Machado misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Machado scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Machado lands with an uppercut that bounces Obaminator off the cage and back into range.
Obaminator throws a hook but Machado avoids it easily.
Obaminator takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Obaminator scores with a kick to the body.
Obaminator misses with a body punch
and Machado counters with an outside leg kick.
Obaminator pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Machado feints a counter leg kick.
Machado throws out a leg kick but Obaminator moves out of range and Machado only half commits.
Obaminator scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Barack Obaminator dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Obaminator misses with a hook.
Machado is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Machado lands with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from Obaminator misses the target.
Machado replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Obaminator blocks it well.
Barack Obaminator is winning the standup battle so far.
Obaminator throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Obaminator throws a predictable looking body shot
and Machado counters with a body kick that stops Obaminator in his tracks momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Machado might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Obaminator has got the better of the exchanges.
A combination from Machado does no damage.
Obaminator misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Machado counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Machado staying out of range there.
Obaminator is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Obaminator attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
As Obaminator backs off Machado throws a huge counter combo but Obaminator manages to avoid it all.
Obaminator tries to land a front kick but Machado steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Machado let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Machado goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Obaminator.
Machado looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Obaminator cracks a nice hook into Machado's ribs.
Machado is looking to land body kicks.
Machado is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Obaminator rather than just go for the knockout.
A punch lands to the side of Machado 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
Obaminator throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado is trying to counter with his kicks.
Obaminator moves away from the strike by Machado.
Machado takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT#That has opened up Wanderson Machado's cut even more.
Obaminator tests Machado's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Machado throws a low kick but Obaminator avoids it.
Obaminator uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Machado has time to react.
Obaminator throws a leg kick
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado throws a right and a left that Obaminator avoids nicely. #T3#
Machado looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Obaminator swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Obaminator connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Obaminator jabs Machado to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Obaminator misses with a body kick.
Obaminator throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circling - Obaminator throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Obaminator throws a big shot that misses.
A big right from Machado misses. #T4#
Machado pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice jab there from Obaminator.
Machado moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nice uppercut lands for Obaminator. That snapped Machado's head back.
Obaminator looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice uppercut lands for Obaminator. That snapped Machado's head back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Obaminator keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Obaminator misses with a body shot.
Obaminator looks to throw a body kick
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Barack Obaminator dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Obaminator connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Wanderson Machado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Machado gets a clinch.
Machado digs a right hand underneath Obaminator's ribcage. Obaminator let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Machado throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Obaminator manages to break the clinch.
Machado lets loose with a powerful body kick. Obaminator will feel that in the morning.#CL2#
Machado clinches up with Obaminator and pushes him back against the cage.
Obaminator wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Machado has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice left hand lands by Machado.
Obaminator wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Machado has him pressed against the cage.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs.
Obaminator lands with a left to the head.
Obaminator tries to pull guard but Machado won't allow it.
Obaminator throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Obaminator gets through Machado's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Machado.
Machado working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Machado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Machado tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Machado misses with the head strike.
Machado lands a nice shot to the body.
Obaminator has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC#
Obaminator escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Obaminator lands an overhand right.
Machado moves into range and connects with a jab.
Obaminator pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Obaminator misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T2#
Obaminator bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Machado walks into a straight right hand from Obaminator.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Obaminator rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a nice low kick that buckles Obaminator's knee momentarily.
Obaminator lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Machado closes the distance and clinches.
Obaminator working aggressively here.
Machado scores with a shoulder strike.
Machado lands with a light punch inside.
Machado pushes Obaminator back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Machado has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Good body shot from Machado.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A nice right hand lands inside from Machado.
Machado makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Barack Obaminator is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Machado presses Obaminator against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Machado misses with some punches.
Machado swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Obaminator.
Machado lands a nice uppercut.
Machado can't find room to land a body shot as Obaminator controls the action.
Machado lands a body punch.
Obaminator is trying to force a seperation but Machado has the dominant position.
Machado working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Obaminator.
Machado misses with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Machado creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Machado.
Obaminator wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Machado lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Obaminator backwards.
Machado throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Obaminators head.
Machado lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Obaminator is trying to break free.
Machado gets through Obaminator's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
Obaminator is trying to push Machado away but Machado has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Machado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Obaminator manages to break the clinch.
Obaminator misses with a looping right.
A punch lands to the side of Obaminator 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Barack Obaminator seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Obaminator fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Obaminator connects with an inside leg kick.
Machado avoids the head kick by Obaminator.
Machado replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Obaminator blocks it well.
Obaminator throws a low kick but Machado avoids it.#KD2#
Machado lands a big uppercut and Obaminator crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Obaminator looks OK. Machado waves Obaminator back to his feet!#ROC2#Obaminator is rocked!

And that's the end of the fight!
Wanderson Machado comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Obaminator 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Barack Obaminator!

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

 

Event: WVT 135: Machado v Mahogany     
Date:   Jul 28, 2023
#R1#
Mahogany finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Machado throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mahogany.
Machado fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mahogany.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Good work by Machado as he checks the leg kick.
Machado takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
We've been informed that Mahogany 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Mahogany counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Mahogany looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Machado swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Mahogany to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Machado.
Machado throws a sloppy head kick and Mahogany moves out of range easily.
Machado throws a leg kick that misses.
Machado throws a right hand that misses
and Mahogany counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado throws out a leg kick but Mahogany moves out of range and Machado only half commits.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Mahogany ducks down to avoid it.
Mahogany moves out of range of the leg kick from Machado.
It seemed like Mahogany was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machado lands a jab to Mahogany's midsection.#T2#
Mahogany blocks a jab.
Machado checks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Machado throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mahogany lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado tries to work over Mahogany's front leg with a kick but Mahogany checks it.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Machado feints and then cracks Mahogany's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mahogany down.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T3#
Machado lands with a good body shot.
A jab from Machado does it's job there.
Machado throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Machado misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mahogany! But no joy.
Mahogany takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Machado scores with a leg kick.
Machado scores with a jab to the jaw.
Machado lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
A clash of legs there as Mahogany blocks the low kick.
Mahogany appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Mahogany is just out of range.
Machado swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mahogany! But no joy.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Machado lunges at Mahogany with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mahogany's hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado throws a leg kick but Mahogany moved away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mahogany! But no joy.
Machado throws an off balance right hand
and Mahogany cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Machado misses with a straight right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Mahogany misses with an uppercut
letting Machado counter with a right hand.
Machado misses with a left hand
and Mahogany counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fighters circling - Mahogany throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mahogany slips under a jab.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Mahogany ducks down to avoid it.
Machado throws a poor cross that misses
and Mahogany counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mahogany connects with a nice looking jab.
A big right from Machado misses. #T1#
Mahogany takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mahogany thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Mahogany avoids a punch combination nicely.
Machado throws a leg kick but Mahogany moved away.
Mahogany scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Nice body punch from Machado.
Machado on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mahogany can do to turn this around?#T2#
Machado with a jab.
A shot to the body from Machado misses
and Mahogany counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado throws an off balance right hand
and Mahogany counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#Jeez, Wanderson Machado's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Rich Mahogany!
Rich Mahogany is the new light heavyweight champion!
A victorious Rich Mahogany thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: WVT 125: Machado v Ihantala 3     
Date:   Jul 07, 2023
#R1#
Ihantala displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab.
It seemed like Ihantala was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machado with a nice calf kick.
Machado fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ihantala looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ihantala checks the leg kick.
It seemed like Ihantala was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ihantala walks into a left hand.
Machado takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ihantala was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
Machado throws a low kick but Ihantala moves out of range easily.
Machado finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T1#
Ihantala takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ihantala is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Machado with a body shot.
A low kick from Machado is predictable there
and Ihantala connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Machado throws a series of punches but Ihantala moves out of range.
Machado misses with a right hand
and Ihantala counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ihantala tries to land a leg kick but Machado saw it coming and moves away.
Machado throws a leg kick
letting Ihantala counter with a right hand. #CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
Ihantala bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
Ihantala misses with a hook
and Machado counters with a right hand to the body.
Machado thows a leg kick but Ihantala checks it
letting Ihantala counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ihantala looks for the body kick but Machado saw that one coming.
Machado swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ihantala fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Machado misses with a hook to the body
and Ihantala connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ihantala misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T3#
Machado lands with an overhand left.
Ihantala waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Machado is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ihantala has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ihantala moves away.
Ihantala counters with a body kick.
A lazy left from Machado finds it's target.
Machado throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ihantala makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ihantala 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.
Ihantala is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Machado stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ihantala.#T4#
Machado misses with a left hand
and Ihantala counters with a nice uppercut.
Ihantala takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ihantala misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Machado counters with a left to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
Ihantala drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Machado moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Machado throws a leg kick
and Machado 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 Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Machado misses the jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Machado. That's going to slow Ihantala down.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ihantala counters with a body kick that stops Machado in his tracks momentarily.
Ihantala scores with a crisp jab that stopped Machado in his tracks. #CUT2#Jeez, Wanderson Machado's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Ihantala has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado misses with a straight right.
Ihantala steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Ihantala unleashes a big counter combination but Machado bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Machado misses with a hook.#T1#
Machado is looking to slow Ihantala down with leg kicks.
Machado thumps Ihantala with a low kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Ihantala saw that one coming.
Machado 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.
Ihantala throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Machado swings for the body but Ihantala moves out of range.
Machado avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Machado fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Ihantala rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a thumping low kick.
A cross from Machado lands.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ihantala can do to turn this around?
Ihantala takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ihantala scores with a kick to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado throws a leg kick but Ihantala checks it.
Ihantala slips under a jab from Machado.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Ihantala was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Ihantala moves away and avoids it.
Ihantala blocks a jab.
Machado moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromIhantala.
Ihantala throws a series of punches but Machado avoids them all with ease.
Ihantala with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Machado to score with a decent uppercut.
Machado connects with an inside leg kick.
Machado finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Ihantala might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Machado has got the better of the exchanges.
Machado throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Ihantala bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ihantala doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
Machado throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ihantala lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Tali Ihantala!
Tali Ihantala is the new super heavyweight champion!
Tali Ihantala decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: WVT 121: Machado v Simone 2     
Date:   Jun 24, 2023
#R1#
The crowd cheers as Simone lands an impressive looking overhand right. Machado doesn't seem phased though.
The fight stays on the outside here - Simone looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Joey Simone seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado takes one on the button.
Simone lands a right hook to the body.
Simone swings away with a body shot that misses
and Simone takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Joey Simone has been cut.
Simone tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Machado makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Simone misses with the combination.
Machado throws a leg kick but Simone moved away.
Simone 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 had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simone throws a predictable looking body shot
and Machado counters with a nice low kick that buckles Simone's knee momentarily.
Machado misses the body punch
and Simone counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Simone scores with a nice right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simone throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Machado walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Simone connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Machado momentarily.
Simone takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
Simone slips a straight right by Machado.
Machado throws a right and a left that Simone avoids nicely.
Simone tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It looked like Machado wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Machado throws a body punch but Simone moves out of range.
Machado takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Simone is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Machado throws a right and a left that Simone avoids nicely.
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Simone! But no joy.
Nice uppercut there from Simone.
Machado takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Simone lands the left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Simone on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T2#
Good work by Simone as he checks the leg kick.
A jab from Simone does it's job there.
Simone staying out of range there.
Simone throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Simone lands a nice shot to the body. #KD#
Machado feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Simone sprawling to the canvas! Simone rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Machado finish him?!
Simone getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Machado misses with a looping right.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado fires out a quick counter leg kick but Simone just manages to avoid it.
Simone ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
Machado drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Simone is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Machado had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Simone throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Simone jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T3#
Machado ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL2#
Simone has taken the fight to the clinch.
Machado throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Simone lands a right hand.
Simone digs a right hand into Machado's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Machado's gas tank. #TD2#
Simone manages to pull guard.
Simone is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Simone is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Machado is aware though and is defending well.
Simone lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Simone trying to control but Machado is working from the bottom.
Simone content to stall in guard here. #T4#
Simone looking to pass the guard.
Machado looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Simone trying to control the position from guard on top but Machado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Machado seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Simone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Machado is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Simone dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Simone's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Simone cracks Machado with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Simone looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
Joey Simone seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Simone's leg but Simone calmly moves out of range.
Simone uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Simone lands a slapping body shot.
Simone keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Simone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
A quick step to the side and Machado tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jab by Simone.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simone fails in his attempt to clinch.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simone.
Simone scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Simone. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Machado is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Machado dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Simone. That did some damage!#T1#
Machado takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL2#
Simone clinches.
Machado scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simone.
Simone working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Machado scores with a nice hook to the head.
Machado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Simone has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Still in the clinch, Simone scores with a nice short uppercut.
Simone gets through Machado's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Machado - that landed with a thud.
Simone is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Simone's elbow.
Simone has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Machado lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Machado's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jab by Simone.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado lands a nice looking body shot.
Simone tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Machado manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Machado. Simone does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado throwing a counter right hand but Simone manages to avoid it.
Simone tests Machado's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Machado lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Simone at a distance.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Simone counters with a nice body shot.
Machado takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Simone drives through and clinches with Machado against the cage. #BC#
Machado breaks from the clinch.
Nice straight punches there by Machado. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Machado.#CUT#That has opened up Joey Simone's cut even more.
Simone connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Machado connects with a leg kick.
Simone slips a straight right by Machado.
Simone misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Simone throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Simone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Simone lands an overhand right.
Simone lands a two punch combo.
Machado looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Simone throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Simone darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Simone rushes Machado and presses him up against the cage.
Simone tries to pull guard but Machado forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Simone misses with a hook to the ribs.
Simone jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Machado walks away with a smile on his face. Simone gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Machado defending well as Simone loads up on a big left hand.
Simone misses with a body shot
and Machado counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T4#
Simone rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a right hand to the body.
Simone is breathing heavily.
Simone lands with a straight right. Machado didn't see that one coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simone throws a right and a left that both miss.
Machado misses the shot to the body.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Simone was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Simone is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Machado avoids a punch combination nicely.
Simone uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Machado scores with a head kick. Simone tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Simone's shoulder, as Simone tries to avoid the shot.
Simone wants to counter the offense by Machado and move into the clinch position.
Simone bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Simone showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Joey Simone's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3##CL2#
Simone darts in and clinches Machado up against the cage.
Simone pushes Machado back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Machado works on Simone's body with a couple of short punches.
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Machado pushes Simone back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Machado doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Simone scores with a shot to the side of Machado's head.
Machado lands a left hand that snaps the head of Simone backwards.
Joey Simone seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Machado misses with some punches.
Simone tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Machado's elbow.
Simone fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A right hand to the body from Machado.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
Simone misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Machado.
A nice right hand lands inside from Machado.
Simone takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC#
Machado breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Simone avoids the head kick by Machado.
Machado swats away the attempt to clinch by Simone.#T1#
Simone fails in his attempt to clinch.
Simone connects with a good right hand that stumbles Machado. Machado circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Simone throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.#CL2#
Simone moves into the clinch.
Machado tries a body shot but Simone blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Simone.
A nice right hand lands inside from Simone.
A body shot lands from Machado.
Machado throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Machado lands a body punch in the clinch.
Simone's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Machado lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Machado as the two fighters clinch. #BC#
Machado manages to break the clinch.
Machado tries to work over Simone's front leg with a kick but Simone checks it.
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
Machado misses with a body shot.
Simone swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Simone. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Machado blocks a jab.
Simone throws a sloppy body shot
and Simone takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Simone's head but Simone sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Simone ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Simone missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Simone with a jab.
Simone throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Simone blocks a jab.
Simone thuds his right hand into Machado's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Simone thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Simone throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
As Simone looks to move away, Machado throws a big counter combo but Simone just gets out of the way.
Simone rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado swinging wildly here.
Machado throws a solid leg kick but Simone takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Machado.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but Simone sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The crowd cheers as Simone lands an impressive looking overhand right. Machado doesn't seem phased though.#KD#
Machado cracks Simone with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Simone looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Machado finish him? #ROC#Simone is rocked!#CUT#The cut above Joey Simone's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado misses with a body shot.
Simone is still on wobbly legs! Can Machado finish him?
Machado drops his hands momentarily and Simone takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Machado takes a swing at Simone's ribcage but misses.
No joy there for Simone, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Simone is just out of range.#T4#
Simone misses with a lunging right hand
and Machado counters with a low kick, right behind Simone 's knee.
Simone seems to have recovered his senses.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Simone throws an off balance right hand
and Machado counters with a nice leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Machado works the jab nicely.
Machado takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Simone avoids the body shot from Machado.
Simone swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Machado ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Simone misses with a straight left.
As Simone looks to move away, Machado throws a big counter combo but Simone just gets out of the way.
Machado connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado walks into a straight right hand from Simone.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Simone's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Simone doesn't manage to clinch there - Machado circles away.
Machado tries a low kick but Simone avoids it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Machado. That's going to slow Simone down. #CL2#
Simone fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Machado, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Machado manages to break the clinch.
Simone tries to close the distance and clinch but Machado swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A jab lands there for Machado.
Simone throws a body shot but no joy.
Simone moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Simone scores with the left hand. Machado knows he should have avoided that one.
Machado throws a right and a left that both miss.
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target. #T1#
Simone scores with a jab. Machado acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A slow jab from Simone misses its intended target.
Machado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Machado takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Simone closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Machado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Machado misses with a punch on the inside.
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Machado cracks Simone with a nice body shot.
Simone prevents a body shot from Machado.
Machado wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Simone has him pressed against the cage.
Simone misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Machado.
Simone is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Machado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Machado scores with a nice short uppercut.
Simone fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Simone. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simone. #BC#
Machado manages to break the clinch.
Simone throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Simone misses with a right hand
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#Joey Simone's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simone misses with a looping left.
Simone connects with a body shot.
Simone scores with a jab to the body.
Wanderson Machado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Machado takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Simone displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Machado connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Simone comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Machado looks to land a combination but Simone avoids it well. #T3#
Simone is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Machado slips under a jab from Simone.
Machado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Machado slips a jab from Simone.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Simone.
Machado throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A decent looking cross lands there for Simone.
Simone uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Simone's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Machado dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Simone. That did some damage!
Simone jabs Machado right on the nose. Machado blinks but takes it well.
Simone lands a head shot.
Simone throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Machado's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Simone connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Machado scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
Machado misses with a series of wild punches.
Simone looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simone misses with a left hand
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Wanderson Machado thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WVT 109: Machado v Torvik 2     
Date:   May 27, 2023
#R1#
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Torvik's shoulder, as Torvik tries to avoid the shot.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A nice leg kick lands there from Torvik.
Machado takes one on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Torvik throws an off balance right hand
and Machado counters with a nice low kick that buckles Torvik's knee momentarily.
Torvik lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Torvik throws a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Machado lands with a thumping leg kick.
Torvik connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Torvik.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Torvik throws an off balance right hand
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Sven Torvik has been cut.
Sven Torvik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado cracks Torvik with an open hand slap.#T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Machado blocks the leg kick.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Torvik throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
Torvik throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Machado stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Torvik connects with a leg kick.
A jab from Torvik misses.
Torvik tries a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Torvik fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Machado.
Machado walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Torvik fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Machado on the side of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Machado darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Torvik pivots, looking for a leg kick but Machado is out of range and Torvik settles back down.
Torvik slips under a jab.#T2#
Machado misses with a hook.
Machado walks into a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Torvik throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Torvik digs a good hook to Machado's body.
Torvik just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Machado misses with a hook.
Machado backing away here, and Torvik unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A low kick from Torvik misses
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Torvik scores with a kick to the midsection.
Torvik swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Machado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Torvik throws a leg kick
and Machado counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Machado misses with a two punch combination.
Torvik blocks a head kick by Machado.
Torvik throws out a counter right but Machado avoids it with no problem.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado throwing a counter right hand but Torvik manages to avoid it.
Torvik is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Machado misses with a double jab.
Torvik lands with a thumping leg kick.
Machado's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Torvik connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Machado scrambles back to his feet.
Torvik lands with a nice body kick.
Torvik doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Torvik throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Torvik counters with a nice leg kick.
Machado looks to throw the jab but Torvik is out of range.
Torvik takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Torvik's leg but Torvik calmly moves out of range.
Machado 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.
Torvik throws a leg kick that is checked
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#That has opened up Sven Torvik's cut even more.
Torvik ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Torvik manages to avoid it.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Torvik.
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sven Torvik dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Torvik dodges the punch combination from Machado.
Torvik flicks out a counter leg kick but Machado steps away.
Machado misses with the combination.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Torvik looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado feints and then cracks Torvik's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Torvik down.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Torvik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Torvik takes one to the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Torvik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Torvik throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Machado on the side of the head. #T1#
Torvik looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Torvik connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Machado's hands.
Machado keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sven Torvik seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Torvik throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Machado scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Torvik.
Good exchange - Machado coming out on top.
Torvik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Torvik.
As Torvik looks to move away, Machado throws a big counter combo but Torvik just gets out of the way.
Torvik throws a nice outside leg kick.
Good exchange - Torvik coming out on top.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.#T2#
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Torvik's shoulder, as Torvik tries to avoid the shot.
Machado blocks a low kick nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Machado misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Torvik counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Torvik 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 Machado has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Machado and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Machado fires out a quick counter leg kick but Torvik just manages to avoid it.
Torvik throws a lazy uppercut
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Torvik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#The cut above Sven Torvik's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Torvik throws a big shot that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Torvik connects with a right hand. Machado shakes it off.
Torvik scores with a punch to the head.
Machado misses with a lunging right hand
and Torvik counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
A big right from Torvik misses.
Machado lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Torvik feints and then cracks Machado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Machado down.
Torvik misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Torvik wants to land a leg kick but Machado is out of range.
Machado misses with a double jab.
Torvik steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Torvik works Machado's body with a nice hook.
Torvik lands a jab to the head. #CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Torvik moves away and avoids it.
Torvik explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Machado checks a low kick from Torvik.
It looked like Machado wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Machado misses with a looping right.
Machado checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Machado takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Torvik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Machado misses with a head kick.
A low kick from Machado misses
and Torvik cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Machado cracks Torvik with a right hand to the side of the head.
Machado connects with a good right hand that stumbles Torvik. Torvik circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Torvik pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Torvik throws a body shot but no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sven Torvik will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Torvik misses with a leg kick
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Torvik 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.
Torvik throws a low kick but Machado moves out of range easily.
It looked like Machado was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Torvik.
Machado checks a leg kick nicely.
Torvik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
A nice leg kick from Torvik, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Torvik saw that one coming.
Machado takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Torvik connects with a leg kick.
Torvik thuds his shin into the meat of Machado's side.
Torvik scores with a leg kick. #T1#
Torvik throws a nice outside leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Torvik, as that shot connected.
Torvik throws a low kick but Machado avoids it.
A slow jab from Torvik misses its intended target.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Torvik's head but Torvik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Machado moves out of range of the leg kick from Torvik.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Torvik connects with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Torvik.
Torvik misses with a hook
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Torvik throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Machado checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Torvik throws out the jab.
Machado fires out a quick counter leg kick but Torvik just manages to avoid it.
Torvik throws a leg kick that misses.
A clash of legs there as Torvik blocks the low kick.
A lazy left from Torvik finds it's target.
Torvik throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
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!
Torvik misses with a leg kick
and Machado counters with a good low kick that Torvik was not able to check.
Torvik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Machado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Machado throws a leg kick which misses Torvik's front leg but catches the back leg as Torvik tries to avoid it.
Torvik throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Torvik throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Torvik scores with a leg kick.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Torvik appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Machado throws an off balance right hand
and Torvik counters with a nice low kick that buckles Machado's knee momentarily.
Machado's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Torvik throws a hook but Machado avoids it easily.
Machado appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Machado takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice cross by Torvik.#CUT2#Jeez, Wanderson Machado's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Torvik throws a leg kick that is checked
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#Sven Torvik's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Torvik sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Torvik fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Machado.#T4#
Torvik throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Machado seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Machado throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Torvik catches Machado with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Torvik staying out of range there.
Torvik thows a leg kick but Machado checks it
and Torvik takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his super heavyweight title!
Wanderson Machado seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: WVT 103: Machado v Fabinho     
Date:   May 13, 2023
#R1#
Fabinho rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Machado moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Machado takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Fabinho misses with a hook to the body
and Machado counters with a one-two to the body.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fabinho connects with a body shot.
Fabinho keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fabinho manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Machado misses.
Fabinho is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Machado with a jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Machado. #T1#
Fabinho throws a big shot that misses.
Machado takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fabinho checks a low kick from Machado.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fabinho clobbers Machado with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jab, jab by Fabinho - just one landing.
Fabinho tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Fabinho.
A lazy left from Machado finds it's target.
Machado throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
A slow jab from Fabinho misses its intended target.
Fabinho slips a jab from Machado.
Fabinho lands with an overhand left.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fabinho manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Fabinho clinches up against the cage.
Machado prevents a body shot from Fabinho.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fabinho can't get the takedown.
Machado working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fabinho tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fabinho tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Machado's elbow.
Machado blocks an uppercut.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
A short uppercut from Machado.
Fabinho tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Machado throws a punch but it's blocked by Fabinho.
Machado is trying to force a seperation but Fabinho has the dominant position.
A short left from Fabinho.
Machado digs a right hand into Fabinho's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fabinho's gas tank.
Fabinho working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Machado tries a body shot but Fabinho blocks it.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Machado.
Machado works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC#
Machado breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Machado takes one to the chin there.
Fabinho throws a hook but Machado avoids it easily.
Fabinho throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Fabinho walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#It looks like Roberto Fabinho has been cut.
Roberto Fabinho seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Machado misses. #T4#
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fabinho slips a jab from Machado.
Fabinho moves out of range as Machado strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fabinho tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Fabinho.
Fabinho shoots in for a double leg but Machado sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Fabinho checks a leg kick.
Machado has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fabinho finds it's way round the side to connect with Machado's head.
Fabinho avoids the body shot from Machado.
Fabinho misses with a wild body shot.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
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 Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Roberto Fabinho's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Machado sizes up Fabinho with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The fighters circling - Fabinho throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fabinho manages to avoid it.
Fabinho cracks Machado with an open hand slap.
Machado throws a big shot that misses.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fabinho sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fabinho tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Machado scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Fabinho tries to clinch but Machado is having none of it. #T1#
Machado misses the shot to the body.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fabinho.
Fabinho misses with a hook
and Machado counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fabinho throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Machado wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL2#
Fabinho pushes Machado up against the cage in a clinch.
Machado prevents a body shot from Fabinho.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fabinho blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Machado tries a body shot but Fabinho blocks it.
Fabinho throws a head punch that misses.
Machado works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Machado lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fabinho is breathing heavily.#BC#
Machado breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Machado smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A shot to the body from Fabinho misses #KD#
and Machado counters with a nice right hand that sends Fabinho toppling to the canvas! Fabinho scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Machado finish him?!#ROC#Fabinho 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!
Fabinho throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his light heavyweight title!
Our winner, Wanderson Machado, 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.
Roberto Fabinho was interviewed post fight and said 'Man that was a tough fight. I didn�t take my opponent very seriously leading up to this fight but I�ll keep going. I know I�m the most dangerous in this division and will get that gold eventually'.

 

Event: C185: Taneyev vs Machado     
Date:   Apr 23, 2023
#R1#
Taneyev takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Machado fakes the leg kick and cracks Taneyev in the body.
Machado misses with a double jab
and Taneyev counters with a nice leg kick.
Machado looks for the body kick but Taneyev saw that one coming.
Taneyev throws a big counter combination but Machado scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Machado walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Taneyev connects with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Taneyev.
Machado misses with a double jab
enabling Taneyev to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Taneyev throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Taneyev ducks down to avoid it.
Taneyev is looking to counter with a body kick.
Taneyev scores with a jab to the body.
Machado throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Taneyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Machado misses with a leg kick
and Taneyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Taneyev avoids a kick to the body.
Machado moves out of range as Taneyev strikes.
Machado follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Machado 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. #T2#
Taneyev lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT#That has opened up Wanderson Machado's cut even more.
Taneyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
A little jabbing left from Machado on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Taneyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado scores with a sloppy right hand. Taneyev should have avoided that one.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Taneyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Taneyev is looking to counter punch.
Taneyev throws a hook to the side of Machado's head but Machado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Machado looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T3#
Taneyev throws a sloppy body shot
and Machado connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Taneyev lands a jab to Machado's midsection.
Taneyev takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Machado lands a body shot.
Machado throws a leg kick but Taneyev checks it.
Machado throws a series of punches but Taneyev avoids them all with ease.
Machado goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Taneyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Machado checks the leg kick.#T4#
Machado blocks the body kick.
Machado looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Machado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Taneyev checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Machado throws a body kick that misses
enabling Taneyev to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#The cut above Wanderson Machado's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Taneyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
A punch lands to the side of Taneyev 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
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!
Taneyev lands a slapping body shot.
Machado throws a right hand that misses
and Taneyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Taneyev throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Valentin Taneyev will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Taneyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Machado at a distance.
Machado takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Taneyev blocks a jab.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Taneyev.
It looked like Taneyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Machado throws a leg kick but Taneyev sees it coming and moves out of range.
Taneyev misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taneyev throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Machado takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Machado throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
Taneyev feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Taneyev throws the kick towards the body but Machado avoids it.
Machado misses with a looping right.
Taneyev is looking to land body kicks.
Good standup being displayed there by Taneyev as he connects with a hook.
Taneyev moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT#Wanderson Machado's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Taneyev on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T2#
Machado throws a leg kick but Taneyev moved away.
Taneyev seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Taneyev is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Taneyev cracks Machado with a good jab.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Valentin Taneyev!
Our winner, Valentin Taneyev, 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: WVT 89: Ihantala v Machado 2     
Date:   Apr 07, 2023
#R1#
Machado lands with an overhand left.
Ihantala throws a leg kick that misses.
Machado throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ihantala counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Both fighters circling a little - Machado finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Machado scores with a nice right hand.
Machado checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Ihantala closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Machado throws a body punch but Ihantala moves out of range.
Ihantala throws a solid leg kick but Machado takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ihantala.
Ihantala connects with a single shot there.#CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Tali Ihantala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ihantala walks into a jab.#T1#
Ihantala throws a body kick that misses
and Machado counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Machado misses with a body shot
and Ihantala counters with a nice uppercut.
Ihantala lands with a hook. Machado tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Ihantala crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Machado - the referee stops the clock and Ihantala gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Machado. Ihantala manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Machado looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ihantala went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Machado closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A head kick by Ihantala misses
and Machado counters with a body kick.
Ihantala is breathing heavily.
Machado throws a body kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Ihantala throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Machado with a jab.
Ihantala misses with a body punch
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ihantala checks it well.
Machado misses with a leg kick.
Ihantala lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ihantala is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Machado feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ihantalas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Machado blocks a head kick by Ihantala.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ihantala ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Ihantala - that will leave a mark!
Ihantala throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado is trying to counter with his kicks.
Machado is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ihantala had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Machado misses the jab.
Ihantala lands a glancing blow to the side of Machado's head.#T3#
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target.
Ihantala with a nice cross.
Ihantala looks to land a body kick but Machado moved away.
Machado raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Nice straight punches there by Machado. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Machado.
Machado avoids the body shot from Ihantala.
A combination from Ihantala does no damage.
Ihantala misses with a wild body shot.
A leg kick checked by Ihantala.
Ihantala moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#That has opened up Wanderson Machado's cut even more.
Machado misses with a hook. Ihantala ducked under it nicely.
Machado has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T4#
Ihantala ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Ihantala slips a straight right by Machado.
Ihantala swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ihantala uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Machado throws a push kick but Ihantala slaps the foot to one side.
Ihantala lands with a slapping head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ihantala jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ihantala rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Ihantala misses with the body kick
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
A slow jab from Ihantala misses its intended target.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ihantala throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT#The cut above Wanderson Machado's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Machado throws a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ihantala throws a head kick that misses.
Machado only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Machado throws a hook but Ihantala avoids it easily.
Machado misses the jab.
Ihantala takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Machado throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Ihantala's head.
Ihantala misses with an uppercut
and Machado scores with a counter punch that sends Ihantala to the canvas! Machado smells blood - he's punishing Ihantala with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Ihantala has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Wanderson Machado made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: WVT 85: Machado v Torvik     
Date:   Mar 25, 2023
#R1#
Torvik lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado misses the body punch
and Torvik counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado takes a jab right on the kisser.
Machado takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Torvik is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Torvik takes one to the chin there.#CUT#It looks like Sven Torvik has been cut.
Torvik just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Torvik moves away and avoids it.
Machado fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Torvik lands a nice hook to Machado's body. Machado takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Torvik misses with a shot to the body
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Torvik.
Machado staying out of range there.#T1#
Machado throws a hook to the side of Torvik's head but Torvik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Torvik throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and Machado tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Torvik moves out of range of the strikes.
Torvik misses with a left hand
and Machado connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Torvik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Torvik throws a body shot but no joy.
Torvik lands with a good body shot.
Torvik 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.
Sven Torvik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado jabs Torvik to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Torvik misses with a looping right.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Torvik.
Machado uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Torvik has time to react.#T2#
Torvik lands a right hook to the body.
Torvik throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Machado on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Torvik.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Torvik just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Torvik just misses with a punch to the body.
Torvik swings away with a body shot that misses
and Machado counters with a nice kick to the body.
Torvik misses with a hook.
Torvik thuds a left hand into Machado's body.
Machado throws a series of punches but Torvik moves out of range. #T3#
Machado is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Torvik ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
Machado misses the body punch
and Torvik connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Machado lands a jab to Torvik's midsection.
Torvik throws a jab but it's blocked by Machado.
Torvik throws a body shot but no joy.
Machado throwing a counter right hand but Torvik manages to avoid it.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Torvik.
Machado is looking to slow Torvik down with leg kicks.
Torvik throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
Donk. Torvik catches Machado right on the button with a cross.#T4#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Torvik crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Machado - the referee stops the clock and Torvik gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Machado. Torvik manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Torvik ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Torvik punishes Machado's body with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Torvik rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a nice body kick.
Torvik lands a nice shot to the body.
Torvik looks to throw the jab but Machado is out of range.
Machado tries to land a front kick but Torvik steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Machado works the jab nicely.
Machado comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Torvik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sven Torvik will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Torvik counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Machado slips under a jab from Torvik.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Torvik.
The crowd cheers as Torvik lands an impressive looking overhand right. Machado doesn't seem phased though.
Torvik lands a jab to Machado's midsection.
Torvik ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Torvik. That did some damage!
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Torvik was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Torvik! But no joy.
Torvik looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.#T1#
Machado takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Machado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Torvik bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Machado's head.
Torvik scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Torvik waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Torvik avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Machado might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Machado lands a right hook to the body.
Torvik throws a hook to the side of Machado's head but Machado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Torvik misses with an uppercut.
Torvik has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Machado moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T2#
Machado on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
Machado on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Torvik blocks a jab.
Torvik swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Machado thinks about countering with a body kick.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Torvik.
It looked like Machado was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Torvik.
Wanderson Machado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Torvik misses the jab.
Torvik throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Torvik cracks Machado with an open hand slap.
Machado throws a shot to the body.
Jab by Machado.#T3#
Machado scores with a hook to the body. Torvik takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Torvik misses with a looping left.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Torvik saw that one coming.
Torvik walks into a left hand. #CUT#That has opened up Sven Torvik's cut even more.
Torvik uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado misses with a lunging right hand
and Torvik counters with a right hand to the body.
Torvik misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a nice body kick.
Torvik is breathing heavily.
Machado connects with a solid leg kick.
Sven Torvik seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Torvik checks a leg kick.#T4#
Machado lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Torvik throws a right hand that misses
and Machado counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook 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!
Torvik throws a hook but Machado avoids it easily.
It appears Machado was looking to counter with a kick there.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Torvik.
Machado lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#The cut above Sven Torvik's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Torvik misses with a body shot
and Torvik takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Machado takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Torvik thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Torvik scores with a jab to the jaw.
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 Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Machado falls off balance throwing a combination
and Torvik counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Torvik lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Machado at a distance.
A solid leg kick lands there for Machado.
Torvik throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A big left from Machado misses.
Machado moves away from the strike by Torvik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Machado with a nice cross.#T1#
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Torvik.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Torvik manages to avoid it.
It seemed like Torvik was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machado misses with a head kick.
Machado takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Machado wants to slow Torvik down by chopping away at his legs.
Torvik swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Torvik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Torvik.
Machado misses with a hook.
Torvik is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
Torvik changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Torvik.#T2#
Torvik throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Torvik looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado works over Torvik's head and body with a nice combination.
Torvik chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Machado can pounce on him.
Torvik swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Torvik gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Torvik keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Torvik cracks Machado with a good jab.
Torvik rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#Sven Torvik's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Machado lands a jab.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Wanderson Machado!
A victorious Wanderson Machado thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: WVT 77: Machado v Halsti     
Date:   Mar 04, 2023
#R1#
A punch combination from Machado misses.
Halsti tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Machado tries to land a leg kick but Halsti saw it coming and moves away.
Machado misses with a hook. Halsti ducked under it nicely.
Halsti swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Machado scores with a kick to the midsection.
A jab from Machado does it's job there.
Machado scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halsti stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Machado.
Halsti tries a head kick but it misses.
Machado went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Nice defenses there by Machado.#T1#
Halsti moves out of range of the strikes.#TD2#
Halsti gets the takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Halsti goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Machado has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Halsti but great work by Machado.
Machado is looking to take a break and control but Halsti is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Halsti can't do much from the bottom here.
Machado taking a breather here.
Halsti is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Machado off and has taken his back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Halsti looking to break Machado's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Machado remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Halsti will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T2##SUB2#
Halsti is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Machado has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Halsti looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Halsti looking for the RNC. #SUB2#
Halsti has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Halsti is looking for the choke from the back position but Machado is controlling his hands well.
Machado might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Machado defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #SUB2#
Halsti has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Machado has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #SUB2#
Halsti is looking for the choke from the back position but Machado is controlling his hands well. #T3#
Machado is really stuck here. #SUB2#
Halsti is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Machado is defending well though. Halsti let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Halsti is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Machado breaks Halsti's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Machado stopping the sweep attempt from Halsti.#SUB2#
Halsti is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Halsti has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Machado can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Machado is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Machado has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Halsti isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Machado stacks Halsti 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 Machado!#SU#
Machado decides to take the fight back to the feet. #KD#
Machado drops Halsti with a beautiful combination! Halsti stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Machado is looking for the KO!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Machado scores with the left hand. Halsti knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT#It looks like Royal Halsti has been cut.
Halsti shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Machado but Machado pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Halsti takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Halsti throws a leg kick which misses Machado's front leg but catches the back leg as Machado tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halsti avoids a kick to the body.
Halsti is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Machado with a body shot.
Halsti lands a jab to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Halsti misses with a hook.
Machado throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Halsti counters with a takedown into side control.

Machado sneaks out the side door and pushes Halsti away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Halsti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A big left from Halsti misses.
Machado is looking for a counter combo.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Halsti can do to turn this around?
Halsti missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado throws a combination that misses
and Halsti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Machado misses with a straight right.
Machado connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Machado blocks a jab.
As Halsti looks to move away, Machado throws a big counter combo but Halsti just gets out of the way.
Machado throws a push kick but Halsti slaps the foot to one side.
Royal Halsti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Halsti throws a leg kick
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado misses with the combination.
Halsti tries a low kick but Machado avoids it.#T3#
Machado moves out of range as Halsti strikes.
Machado thinks about countering with a head kick.
Halsti throws a poor cross that misses
and Machado counters with a low kick, right behind Halsti 's knee.
Machado scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Machado misses the jab.
Halsti misses with a right hand
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Machado lets loose with a powerful body kick. Halsti will feel that in the morning.#TD2#
Halsti gets a double leg takedown into Machado's guard.#T4#
Halsti looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Machado has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Halsti is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Machado breaks the clinch.
Halsti paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Halsti with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Halsti misses with a shot to the body
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.
A slapping body kick lands there for Machado.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Machado ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Machado fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Halsti is out of range.
Halsti gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Machado.
Halsti throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.
Halsti moves out of range of the body kick.
Halsti looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Machado is fending him off so far but Halsti persists. Nope, Machado circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halsti tries for a takedown but Machado sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Machado seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Halsti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Machado looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Machado connects with a body shot that sends Halsti's belly button to the back.
Halsti takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Machado throws a body punch but Halsti moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Machado misses
and Halsti counters with a nice body shot.
Machado throws a left and a right that both miss
and Halsti counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Machado looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Machado checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A quick step to the side and Machado tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2#
Halsti on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Halsti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Halsti.
It looked like Machado was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Halsti.
Machado chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Halsti can pounce on him.
Halsti lands a really nice looking cross but Machado seems unphased.
Halsti is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Machado.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Halsti takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Halsti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Halsti gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T3#
Machado misses with a head kick.
Nice shot by Machado.#KD#
Machado lands a big head kick that sends Halsti tumbling to the mat! Machado takes a step backwards and waves Halsti back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Halsti is rocked!
Machado lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Halsti is looking to close the distance but Machado sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Halsti crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Halsti is OK because that was naaaaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his light heavyweight title!
Wanderson Machado seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: WVT 70: Karockas v Obilic     
Date:   Feb 10, 2023
#R1#
Simone jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Simone missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado throws a leg kick but Simone sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Simone is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Machado lands a nice leg kick that just misses Simone's sensitive parts.
Simone connects with the punch.
Simone misses with a hook to the body #KD#
and Machado counters with a nice right hand that sends Simone toppling to the canvas! Simone scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Machado finish him?!#CUT#It looks like Joey Simone has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Simone scores with a hook.
Machado takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Simone misses with a hook to the body
and Machado counters with a low kick, right behind Simone 's knee.
Simone thuds a left hand into Machado's body.
Simone throws a poor cross that misses
and Machado counters with a thumping low kick.
Simone lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Simone counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Machado on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Simone looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
Simone just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMachado.#T1#
Simone throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Simone misses with a left hand
and Machado counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Simone falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Wanderson Machado thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WVT 65: Ihantala v Machado     
Date:   Jan 21, 2023
#R1#
Ihantala takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Machado fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ihantala looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Machado checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target.
Ihantala thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado wants to counter the offense by Ihantala and move into the clinch position.
Ihantala misses with an attempted mid kick.
Machado scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Ihantala was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Machado.
Ihantala thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Machado lands a nice hook to Ihantala's body. Ihantala takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Machado misses with a double jab.
Ihantala was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Machado takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Machado is looking for the big counter here.
Good leg kick by Ihantala.
Machado misses with a left hand
and Ihantala counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ihantala circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Ihantala counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.#T2##CL2#
Machado moves into the clinch.
Ihantala misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Ihantala escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A low kick from Machado misses
and Ihantala counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ihantala on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
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!
Machado steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ihantala.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Machado misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ihantala swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Machado thuds a left hand into Ihantala's body.#T3#
Machado moves in looking to clinch but Ihantala pushes him off.
Ihantala swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ihantala lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado wants to clinch.
Machado is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
Machado needs to keep his hands up - Ihantala had a free shot at his head there.
Machado takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Ihantala counters with a quick kick to the body but Machado blocks it.#CL2#
Machado closes the distance and pushes Ihantala back into the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Machado.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ihantala creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #CUT#That has opened up Wanderson Machado's cut even more.
Machado tries a body shot but Ihantala blocks it.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ihantala's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Ihantala counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ihantala connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ihantala throws a solid leg kick but Machado takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ihantala.
Machado lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Machado tries to clinch but Ihantala moves away
and Ihantala counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ihantala misses with a hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Machado, as that shot connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ihantala was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Machado connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#It looks like Tali Ihantala has been cut.
Ihantala ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machado connects with an inside leg kick.
Machado tries to clinch but Ihantala is having none of it.
Ihantala gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ihantala lands with an overhand left.#CUT#The cut above Wanderson Machado's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T2#
Ihantala ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ihantala throwing a counter right hand but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado lands with a shot to the body.
Machado lands with a two punch combination before moving back 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!
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ihantala moves away.
Ihantala rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ihantala checks a leg kick. #T3#
Ihantala throws a body kick that misses.
Machado unleashes a big counter combination but Ihantala bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ihantala is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ihantala slips a jab from Machado.
Ihantala lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Ihantala avoids the body shot from Machado.
Ihantala swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ihantala with a hook.
Ihantala bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but Ihantala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
A telegraphed right hand from Ihantala misses the target.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ihantala swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ihantala sets himself, and Machado steps forward looking for the clinch! Ihantala avoids it this time.
Machado looks to land a right hand but Ihantala moved out of range.
Ihantala moves out of range of the body kick from Machado.
Ihantala throws a quick counter kick to the body but Machado avoids it.
It looks like Ihantala has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Machado throws a head kick that misses
enabling Ihantala to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#Wanderson Machado'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 Wanderson Machado's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Tali Ihantala!
Tali Ihantala retains his super heavyweight title!
Our winner, Tali Ihantala, 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: WVT 60: Machado v Edwards 2     
Date:   Jan 06, 2023
#R1#
Machado tries to clinch up.
Machado fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Machado throws a poor cross that misses
and Edwards counters with a body kick.
Machado lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado throws a jab when Edwards was well out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Edwards! But no joy.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Edwards throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A solid leg kick lands there for Edwards. #T1#
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Edwards sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Edwards connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Machado's hands.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.#CL#
Machado rushes Edwards and presses him up against the cage.
Edwards takes a shot to the head.
Edwards wants to break the clinch but can't.
Machado doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Machado prevents a body shot from Edwards.
Edwards can't find room to land a body shot as Machado controls the action.
Edwards working hard to break the clinch.
Machado doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Machado lands a nice uppercut.
Edwards misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Edwards goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Machado lands a hook that snaps the head of Edwards backwards.
Machado working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Edwards.
Edwards goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Edwards lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Machado.#T2#
A nice left hand lands by Machado.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Machado.
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!
Machado throws a head punch that misses.
Edwards tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Machado tries to work over Edwards's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Edwards's elbow.
Edwards blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Edwards. #BC2#
Edwards manages to break the clinch.
Machado tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Machado backing away here, and Edwards unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Machado.#CUT#It looks like Ife Edwards has been cut.
Edwards throws a leg kick
and Machado counters with a nice body kick.
Edwards scores with a hook.
Machado listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T3#
Edwards ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Edwards's coach down at Casa Steel was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Edwards's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Machado throws a hook but Edwards avoids it easily.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado throws a leg kick
and Edwards counters with a low kick, right behind Machado 's knee.
Edwards staying out of range there.
Edwards blocks a leg kick.
Machado lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Edwards walks into a stiff left hand from Machado.#T4#
Machado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Machado misses with a hook
and Edwards counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Edwards misses with a kick to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Edwards throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Edwards tries a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Machado misses the jab.
Edwards now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Machado's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Edwards misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Machado swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Edwards counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Edwards avoids the body shot from Machado.
Machado thows a leg kick but Edwards checks it
and Edwards connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Machado explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Edwards scores with a decent looking hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado swings for the body but Edwards moves out of range.
Edwards has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Edwards throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Machado misses with a right hand
and Edwards cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Machado throws the left hand but Edwards avoids the punch easily.
That kick from Machado tenderised Edwards's leg. Edwards is trying to keep his angry face on.
Machado misses the shot to the body.
Machado looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Machado misses with a lunging right hand
and Edwards cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#KD#
Machado drops Edwards with a beautiful combination! Edwards stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Machado is looking for the KO!#ROC#Edwards is rocked!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado misses with an uppercut.
It seemed like Edwards was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Edwards moves away.
Edwards let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Machado lands a brutal head kick. Edwards looks out on his feet and Machado throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his light heavyweight title!
A victorious Wanderson Machado thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: WVT 54: Ihantala v Melondov     
Date:   Dec 14, 2022
#R1#
Good shot there by Machado.#CUT#It looks like Kenny Smith has been cut.
Machado getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Machado misses with an uppercut
and Smith counters with a nice kick to the body.
We've been informed that Smith 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.
Machado lands with a nice body punch.
Machado fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#KD#
Machado lands a big uppercut and Smith crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Smith looks OK. Machado waves Smith back 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!
Machado throws an off balance right hand
and Smith counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado misses with a lunging right hand
letting Smith counter with a right hand.
Machado throws a jab when Smith was well out of range.
Smith let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Machado's jab looks to have found its range, popping Smith under the eye.#CUT#That has opened up Kenny Smith's cut even more.
Machado lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Machado misses with a right hand
enabling Smith to counter with a crisp jab.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Smith was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Smith counters with a body kick.
Machado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Smith checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Machado jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Smith on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Machado scores with a hook to the body. Smith takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Machado misses with a body kick.
Smith only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Machado tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Smith is able to avoid easily.#T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Smith.
Smith tries to move into range but Machado moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT#The cut above Kenny Smith's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#KD#
Machado cracks Smith with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Smith looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Machado finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Are you kidding me?! Machado ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Smith clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his light heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Wanderson Machado thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Kenny Smith stepped up to the mic, saying 'You bastard! You killed Kenny!'.

 

Event: SYN 939 Exotic vs. Machado     
Date:   Nov 23, 2022
#R1#
Machado tried to score with a low kick but Exotic checks it.
Machado ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Exotic. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Machado throws a right hand that misses
and Exotic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Exotic lands with an overhand left.#CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Exotic blocks a jab.
Exotic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Machado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Exotic checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Exotic throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A jab from Machado misses.
Exotic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Machado lands with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Exotic to counter with a crisp jab.
Machado needs to keep his hands up - Exotic had a free shot at his head there.
Exotic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Exotic on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Exotic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
That kick from Machado tenderised Exotic's leg. Exotic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Exotic counters with a stiff right hand.
Exotic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Exotic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado misses with an uppercut
and Exotic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Exotic lands an overhand right.#CUT#That has opened up Wanderson Machado's cut even more.
Exotic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
Exotic showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Machado.
Exotic lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A low kick lands for Machado.
Exotic scores with a decent looking hook.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Exotic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Exotic ducks down to avoid it.
Machado throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Exotic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Machado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Exotic is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Machado misses with a left hand
enabling Exotic to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#The cut above Wanderson Machado's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A looping hook to the body misses from Machado. Exotic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Exotic checks a low kick from Machado.
Exotic throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Machado gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Exotic throws a lazy right hand but Machado sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Machado fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Exotic has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Exotic throws a body kick that misses.
Machado throws a big shot that misses.
Exotic throwing a counter right hand but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado thows a leg kick but Exotic checks it
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#Wanderson Machado's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.#T3#
Machado throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Exotic moved out of range nicely.
Exotic throwing a counter right hand but Machado manages to avoid it.
A big right from Machado misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
A big right from Exotic misses.
A jab from Exotic misses.
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Exotic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Exotic is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Good shot there by Machado.
A shot to the liver by Machado. Beautiful body shot.
Exotic swings away with a body shot that misses
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Exotic on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Exotic misses with a double jab
and Machado counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Exotic slips the punch.#T4#
Exotic lands a slapping body shot.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Exotic. That did some damage!
Machado misses with a left hand
and Exotic counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado connects with a leg kick.
Machado lands with a nice body punch.
Machado throws a low kick but Exotic moves out of range easily.
Exotic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Exotic scores with a punch to the head.
Exotic misses with a hook.
Machado lands with a cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Exotic.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Machado throws a right hand that misses
and Exotic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Joe Exotic!
Joe Exotic retains his middleweight title!
Our winner, Joe Exotic, 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: WVT 44: McDonald v Svyatogor     
Date:   Nov 04, 2022
#R1#
The Bouncer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Benny The Bouncer has been cut.
The Bouncer defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand. #KD#
Machado cracks The Bouncer with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Machado has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning The Bouncer to stand back up!#ROC#The Bouncer is rocked!
The Bouncer looks to land a combination but Machado avoids it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Bouncer throws a right hand that misses
and Machado counters with a good, hard body kick but The Bouncer shrugs it off.
Machado with the inside leg kick. #KD#
Machado sends The Bouncer crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Machado is motioning to the referee to let The Bouncer up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
The Bouncer is still on wobbly legs! Can Machado finish him?
Some bone on bone action there as Machado checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
The Bouncer seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Machado thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on The Bouncer if he has to take too many more of those.
The Bouncer tries to close the distance and clinch but Machado swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Machado dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Machado lands with a good body shot.
The Bouncer looks winded!#KD#
Machado lands a big uppercut and The Bouncer crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but The Bouncer looks OK. Machado waves The Bouncer back 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!
Machado throws a right hand that The Bouncer ducks under and follows up with a left that The Bouncer also avoids with ease.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from The Bouncer! But no joy.
The Bouncer walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles The Bouncer limp body while Machado jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his light heavyweight title!
Wanderson Machado seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: WVT 38: Doisneau v Meat Boy     
Date:   Oct 14, 2022
#R1#
Edwards throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Machado on the side of the head.
Edwards throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Edwards fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Machado.
A jab from Machado finds it's way through Edwards's defenses.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Edwards.
A little jabbing left from Machado on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Machado takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Edwards has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Casa Steel in the buildup to the fight.
Edwards tries a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Machado is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Edwards throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Edwards goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Edwards moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Edwards bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Edwards lands with a thumping leg kick.
Edwards throws a solid leg kick but Machado takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Edwards.
Machado throws a hook but Edwards blocks it.
Machado takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Edwards scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Machado doesn't seem bothered though.
A slapping leg kick lands for Edwards.
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
Edwards shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Machado now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Edwards counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Edwards fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Edwards is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Edwards is looking to land body kicks.
Edwards lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.#T2#
Machado moves out of range of the body kick from Edwards.
Machado closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Edwards.
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!
Edwards pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Machado steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Edwards tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Edwards.
Edwards is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Edwards scores with a shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Machado. Beautiful body shot.
Edwards connects with a leg kick.
Edwards throws a leg kick that misses.
Machado finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Edwards jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T3#
Edwards misses with a right hand
and Machado counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ife Edwards seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Edwards misses with a left hand
and Machado counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Ife Edwards has been cut.
Edwards tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Edwards.
Machado let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice cross by Edwards.
Edwards throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Machado.
Edwards looks to throw the jab but Machado is out of range.
Edwards throws a leg kick that misses.
Good work by Edwards as he checks the leg kick.
Edwards feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Edwards lands a nice leg kick that just misses Machado's sensitive parts.
Edwards connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Machado scores with a kick to the midsection.#T4#
Machado takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Edwards tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Machado is able to avoid easily.
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Edwards sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Edwards.
Edwards fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Edwards misses with a body shot.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Edwards throws a solid leg kick but Machado takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Edwards.
Edwards throws a good cross that connects.
Edwards throws a head kick that misses.
Machado replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Edwards blocks it well.
Edwards fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Machado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Edwards takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
Machado is trying to counter with his kicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ife Edwards dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Edwards throws a head kick but Machado moves out of range.
Edwards scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Edwards throws a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Machado might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Edwards has got the better of the exchanges.
Edwards swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Edwards ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Edwards throws a sloppy body shot
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Machado.
Edwards throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado looks to throw the jab but Edwards is out of range.
Edwards throws a chopping leg kick but Machado manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ife Edwards is winning the standup battle so far.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Edwards.
Machado looks for the body kick but Edwards saw that one coming. #T1#
Edwards pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Machado 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.
Edwards throws a leg kick that is checked
and Machado counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Edwards is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Machado can do to turn this around?
Edwards lands a head shot.
Edwards is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Edwards is looking to land body kicks.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Edwards misses with a body shot.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machado slips under a jab.
Edwards misses with a looping right.
Machado on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Edwards. Edwards obviously looking to wear him down.
That kick from Edwards tenderised Machado's leg. Machado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nice uppercut there from Edwards.#T2#
Machado misses with a looping right.
Edwards lands a lovely overhand right.
Edwards throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Edwards goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Edwards looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Machado throws a counter combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Edwards throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Edwards takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Edwards.
Machado flicks out a counter leg kick but Edwards steps away.
Edwards misses with a jab to the body
and Edwards takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Edwards fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Edwards throws an off balance right hand
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Edwards throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
Edwards fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado counters with a body kick.
The fighters circling - Edwards throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Machado let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Machado tries to move into range but Edwards moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Edwards lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Machado sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Edwards connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Machado momentarily.
Edwards with a nice calf kick.
Edwards scores with a hook.
Machado takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Edwards misses the body punch #KD2#
and Machado counters with a crisp right hand that drops Edwards! Machado lets Edwards back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Edwards throws a push kick but Machado slaps the foot to one side.
Edwards slips under a jab from Machado.
Edwards is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Machado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Machado drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#KD2#
Machado lands a big right hand that sends Edwards crashing to the mat! Machado stays standing though and waves Edwards back to his feet!#ROC2#Edwards is rocked!
Machado throws a push kick but Edwards slaps the foot to one side.
Oh Edwards is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Edwards scores with a body shot.
Edwards seems to have got his legs back now.
A jab from Edwards does it's job there.
Machado takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado moves away from the strike by Edwards.
Machado is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Edwards with a body shot.
Machado 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.

That was a close second round but I would say that Ife Edwards will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado avoids the body shot from Edwards.
Machado tries a quick counter leg kick but Edwards is wise to it.
Edwards slips a jab from Machado.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Machado checks a leg kick.
Machado swings for the body but Edwards moves out of range.
Machado moves out of range of the body kick.
Edwards tries a head kick but it misses.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Machado has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Edwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
That kick from Edwards tenderised Machado's leg. Machado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Edwards falls off balance throwing a combination
and Machado makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Machado with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Edwards to score with a decent uppercut.
Edwards misses with a straight right.
Edwards moves away from the strike by Machado.
Machado lunges at Edwards with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Edwards's hand.
Edwards tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Edwards dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Machado thumps Edwards with a low kick.
Edwards is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Machado lands with an overhand left.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Edwards.#T2#
Edwards will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Machado.
An inside leg kick from Edwards misses.
Edwards misses with a kick to the body.
Machado misses with a straight left.
Edwards misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
Machado looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Edwards ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
Edwards takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Machado closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Edwards slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Machado lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Edwards throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.
Edwards uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Edwards connects with a jab.
Machado throws a hook but Edwards blocks it.
Machado takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Edwards is looking to slow Machado down with leg kicks.
Edwards throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Machado scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Good leg kick by Edwards. #T4#
The fighters circling - Edwards throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Machado replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Edwards blocks it well.
Edwards misses with a body kick.
Edwards misses with a right hand
and Edwards takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Edwards tries a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Machado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Edwards ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A big right from Machado misses.
Edwards lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Edwards throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.
Edwards attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Edwards misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from Machado on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Ife Edwards did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Edwards misses with a left hand
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Edwards ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A low kick lands for Edwards.
Machado takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
Edwards fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Machado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Machado's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Machado avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Edwards plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Edwards throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Edwards throws a lazy uppercut
and Machado counters with a nice body kick.
Edwards rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Edwards lands with a nice body punch.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Edwards.
Machado has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Edwards throws a leg kick that is checked
and Machado counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado is the new light heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Wanderson Machado thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: WVT 34: McDonald v Tchusuk     
Date:   Sep 23, 2022
#R1#
Motts cracks Machado with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gregory Motts seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado swings for the body but Motts moves out of range.
Machado lands a nice hook to Motts's body. Motts takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Motts swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Motts.
Motts bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado defending well as Motts loads up on a big left hand.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Machado on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Motts misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Machado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A shot to the body from Motts misses
and Machado counters with a solid body kick.
An inside leg kick from Machado misses. #T1#
Motts rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A punch lands to the side of Motts 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Motts misses with a shot to the body
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Machado takes a swing at Motts's ribcage but misses.
Motts scores with a jab.
A jab from Machado finds it's way through Motts's defenses.
Nice body kick from Machado.
Motts throws a poor cross that misses #KD#
and Machado counters with a nice right hand that sends Motts toppling to the canvas! Motts scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Machado finish him?!#ROC#Motts is rocked!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado blocks a jab.
A quick step to the side and Machado tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Motts wants to stay close but Machado steps back to make room for something. Motts seems frozen to the spot and bam! huge swing of the leg from Machado and Motts drops like he has been shot! A huge head kick and it's all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Wanderson Machado!
During a confident post fight interview, Wanderson Machado thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: WVT 30: McDonald v Knox     
Date:   Sep 04, 2022
#R1#
Machado dodges the punch combination from The Bouncer.
Machado throwing a counter right hand but The Bouncer manages to avoid it.
The Bouncer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Machado.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from The Bouncer.
Machado misses with a wild combination.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Bouncer slips a straight right by Machado.#T1#
The Bouncer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Machados jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado misses with a body shot.
The Bouncer let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
enabling The Bouncer to counter with a crisp jab.
Machado throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
As Machado backs off The Bouncer throws a huge counter combo but Machado manages to avoid it all.
The Bouncer digs a good body shot into Machado's ribs.
The Bouncer misses with a looping left.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but The Bouncer ducks down to avoid it.
As Machado backs off The Bouncer throws a huge counter combo but Machado manages to avoid it all.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Machado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of The Bouncer's head.
It's a brutal combination of punches from Machado! The Bouncer is backing up but he can't get away as Machado lands with one final shot to the jaw that drops The Bouncer and ends the fight. Great knockout.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 164     
Date:   Jul 27, 2022
#R1#
Bob walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Machado checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Machado getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bob tries to work over Machado's front leg with a kick but Machado checks it.
Machado jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Nice cross by Machado.
Machado throws a sloppy head kick and Bob moves out of range easily.
Machado thumps Bob with a low kick.
Bob throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado 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.
Bob with a nice calf kick.
Bob throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Machado with a nice calf kick.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.
Bob misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
Bob throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Machado attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bob fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Machado checks it well.
Bob finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A leg kick checked by Machado.
A shot to the body from Bob misses
letting Machado 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!
Machado checks a low kick from Bob.
Machado went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Machado throws out a leg kick but Bob moves out of range and Machado only half commits.
Bob wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
Machado has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Machado there as he acknowledges the shot.
Machado walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bob.
Bob uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Bob checks a leg kick nicely.
Silent Bob seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Bob is just out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Bob.
Machado tries to score with a low kick but Bob moves his leg out of the way.
Machado throws a low kick but Bob avoids it.
Bob checks a leg kick.
Machado throws out a loose jab but Bob uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bob moves out of range of the strikes.
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target.
Bob appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bob looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Machado.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Bob moved out of range nicely.
Machado moves out of range as Bob throws a body kick.
Machado misses with a hook. Bob ducked under it nicely.
Bob slips a jab from Machado.
Machado buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bob takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bob checks a low kick from Machado.
Machado misses with a body shot. #T2#
Bob misses with a looping left.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Machado avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Machado scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
An inside leg kick lands from Bob.
Bob digs a good body shot into Machado's ribs.
Bob throws a leg kick but Machado moved away.
No joy there for Bob, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Machado fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bob is out of range.
Bob tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Machado is able to avoid easily.
Machado misses with a kick to the body.
Nice body punch from Machado.
Machado misses with a leg kick
and Bob connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Machado finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bob checks a leg kick.
Machado lands with a straight right. Bob didn't see that one coming.
Machado takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Machado checks a leg kick.
Bob moves in looking to clinch but Machado pushes him off.
Bob avoids the head kick by Machado.
Bob throws a leg kick but Machado moved away.#T3#
Machado drops his hands momentarily and Bob takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bob blocks a jab.
Machado misses with a low kick as Bob jumps back.
Machado attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Machado blocks a low kick nicely.
Machado avoids the body shot from Bob.
Bob ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Bob throws a low kick but it's checked well by Machado.
Machado tries to work over Bob's front leg with a kick but Bob checks it.
Machado on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bob throws a looping overhand right but Machado ducks down to avoid it.
Bob connects with a jab.
Bob bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bob connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bob walks into a stiff left hand from Machado.
Bob is looking to clinch but Machado is avoiding it.
Machado connects with a body shot.
Bob is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bob has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado tried to score with a low kick but Bob checks it.
Bob throws out a counter right but Machado avoids it with no problem.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bob looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Machado throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Machado cracks Bob with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bob tries to land a front kick but Machado steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Machado checks the leg kick nicely there.
Machado lands a slapping body shot.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bob.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Bob slips the punch.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Bob.
Bob defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand.
Bob connects with a good right hand that stumbles Machado. Machado circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A bone on bone clash there as Machado blocks the leg kick.
Machado appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bob fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Machado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nice defenses there by Bob.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado throws a body kick that misses.
Bob avoids a kick to the body.
Machado steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bob.
Bob is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Machado had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Nice straight punches there by Bob. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bob.
Machado moves out of range as Bob strikes.
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 Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bob lands with an uppercut that bounces Machado off the cage and back into range.
Machado checks a low kick from Bob.
Machado throws a front kick aimed at Bob's knee but Bob avoids it well.
Bob misses with an uppercut.
Machado takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Machado scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Machado throws a good cross that connects.
Machado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado slips under a jab from Bob.
Machado finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bob looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Machado looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bob.
Bob scores with a hook to the body. Machado takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Machado moves out of range as Bob throws a body kick.
Bob throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Machado is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A nice leg kick from Bob, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bob wants to clinch up but Machado keeps it at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bob tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Machado is able to avoid easily.
Machado tries to bum rush Bob with a series of wild strikes but Bob uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Machado defending well as Bob loads up on a big left hand.
Machado checks a leg kick nicely.
Machado lands a nice hook to Bob's body. Bob takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Bob throws the kick towards the body but Machado avoids it.
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bob throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Machado takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
Bob just misses with a punch to the body.
Bob lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bob displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab.
Bob throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
Bob has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Machado.
Bob lands a head shot.
A jab from Bob misses.
Nice defenses there by Bob.
Jab by Bob.
Machado looks for the body kick but Bob saw that one coming.
Silent Bob seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Machado moves away from the strike by Bob.
Bob moves out of range as Machado strikes.
A swing and a miss from Bob.
Machado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bob uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
It seemed like Bob was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machado will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Machado tries to work over Bob's front leg with a kick but Bob checks it. #T2#
Bob lands a nice shot that snaps Machado's head back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bob scores with a hook.
Machado scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bob buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bob throws a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Bob misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bob moves away.
Bob tries a quick counter leg kick but Machado is wise to it.
A slapping body kick lands there for Machado.
Bob checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Machado throws a hook but Bob blocks it.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bob.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bob.
Machado smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nice defenses there by Bob.
Bob throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab from Bob does it's job there.
Machado checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bob pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bob throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Machado quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Machado throws a chopping leg kick but Bob manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bob moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3#
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Bob's leg but Bob calmly moves out of range.
Bob thows a leg kick but Machado checks it
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.
Bob moves into range and connects with a jab.
Machado checks a leg kick.
Bob lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A head kick misses from Machado.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Machado fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bob has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Machado misses with a head kick.
Good leg kick by Bob.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bob was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
Bob scores with a sloppy right hand. Machado should have avoided that one.
Bob checks a low kick from Machado.
Bob lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bob tests Machado's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Bob's shoulder, as Bob tries to avoid the shot.
Machado misses with a two punch combination.
Machado avoids the body shot from Bob.
Bob connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Machado momentarily. #T4#
Bob slips a straight right by Machado.
Machado throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bob looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Machado pushes Bob away with a front kick.
Bob misses with a low kick as Machado jumps back.
Bob chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Machado can pounce on him.
Machado checks a leg kick.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado misses with a kick to the body.
Bob takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bob feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Machados jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bob's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Machado gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bob looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bob throws a leg kick that misses.
Machado throwing a counter right hand but Bob manages to avoid it.
Machado with a nice cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Machado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bob's head.
Machado slips under a jab from Bob.
Bob misses with a leg kick.
Bob scores with a sloppy right hand. Machado should have avoided that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Silent Bob will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bob works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Machado checks a leg kick nicely.
Machado wants to land a leg kick but Bob is out of range.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but Bob sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Machado avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Machado takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Bob keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bob lunges at Machado with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Machado's hand.
Bob misses with a hook.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bob.
Bob avoids the body shot from Machado.
Machado is looking to chop away at Bob's legs.
Machado changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Machado jabs at Bob's body.
Machado comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bob fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado throws a nice inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bob checks a leg kick nicely.
Bob dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Machado motions for Bob to come forward. Machado throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bob with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T1#
Machado connects with a nice looking jab.
Bob connects with a leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Machado blocks the leg kick.
Machado thinks about countering with a head kick.
Bob 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.
Bob checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bob looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bob throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Machado fires out a quick counter leg kick but Bob just manages to avoid it.
Machado keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Machado swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bob bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado tried to score with a low kick but Bob checks it.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bob.
Machado throws a jab but it's blocked by Bob.
Bob looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bob scores with a decent looking hook.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Machado checks a leg kick.
Bob throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A leg kick checked by Machado.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Bob's shoulder, as Bob tries to avoid the shot.
Bob lands with a hook. Machado tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Machado misses with a looping left.#T2#
Bob misses with a looping right.
Nice straight punches there by Bob. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bob.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The fighters circling - Bob throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bob checks the leg kick.
Machado chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bob can pounce on him.
Machado tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Machado connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bob momentarily.
A left lands for Bob.
Bob gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Machado.
Bob has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Bob scoring well with a low kick there.
Machado throws a leg kick but Bob moved away.
Machado fails to land with a series of punches.
Machado connects with an inside leg kick.
That kick from Machado tenderised Bob's leg. Bob is trying to keep his angry face on.
Machado checks a low kick from Bob.
Bob just misses with a punch to the body.
Bob throws a low kick, looking for Machado's leg but Machado calmly moves out of range.
Bob swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Machado.
Machado fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A punch combination from Bob misses. #T3#
Bob swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bob connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bob with the inside leg kick.
Machado looks for the body kick but Bob saw that one coming.
Machado looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Machado connects with a crisp jab.
A jab from Machado misses.
Bob moves out of range of the body kick.
Machado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bob checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bob fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Machado on the side of the head.
Machado misses with a kick to the body.
Machado throws a leg kick that misses.
Machado throws a body punch but Bob moves out of range.
Bob missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bob keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado cracks Bob with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bob blocks a leg kick.
Bob scores with a shot to the body.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.
Machado needs to keep his hands up - Bob had a free shot at his head there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bob tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Bob.#T4#
Machado defending well as Bob loads up on a big left hand.
Machado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado slips a straight right by Bob.
Machado misses with a body shot.
A nice leg kick from Bob, right into the meat of the thigh.
That kick from Bob tenderised Machado's leg. Machado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bob misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Machado tries a low kick but Bob avoids it.
Machado connects with a single shot there.
A nice leg kick from Machado, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado throws a leg kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Machado.
Bob lands with an overhand left.
Machado 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.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice uppercut lands for Bob. That snapped Machado's head back.
Machado throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bob is looking to score with low kicks.
Bob throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bob jabbing away but nothing is landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silent Bob comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bob 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silent Bob!

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 158     
Date:   Jul 01, 2022
#R1#
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kazuma.
Kazuma darts in trying to clinch
letting Machado counter with a right hand.
Kazuma on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Machado fails with an attempt to clinch.
Machado walks into a jab.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.#CL2#
Kazuma gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kazuma's elbow.
Machado misses with a short punch on the inside.
Machado lands a left hand.
Machado blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Kazuma pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A head kick misses from Kazuma.
Machado drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kazuma pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Kazuma misses with a straight right.
Machado lands with a cross. #CL2#
Kazuma closes the distance and clinches.
Machado prevents Kazuma from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Kazuma breaks from the clinch.
Kazuma scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kazuma wants to clinch up but Machado keeps it at a distance.
Kiryu Kazuma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kazuma misses the jab.
Machado misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kazuma missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Machado was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kazuma.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kazuma darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
Kazuma misses with a straight left.
Machado throws a right and a left that Kazuma avoids nicely. #T2#
Machado needs to keep his hands up - Kazuma had a free shot at his head there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kazuma on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kazuma connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Machado bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Kazuma comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Machado falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Machado was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kiryu Kazuma!
Kiryu Kazuma is the new middleweight champion!
After the big win, Kiryu Kazuma made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 150     
Date:   Jun 01, 2022
#R1#
Po shoots in for a double leg but Machado sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Po wants to clinch.
Po is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Po blocks a low kick nicely.
A big left from Po misses.
Machado throws a jab when Po was well out of range.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Po.
Machado swings widly with a right hand
and Po counters with a left to the body.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Po slips the punch.#TD#
Po closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Machado's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Po's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Po advances to half guard. #SUB#
Po is looking for a kimura here.
Po looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1##SUB#
Po is working for a submission of some sort.
Po controlling the action here. #ES2#
Machado has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Po is on him like a limpet, forcing Machado back against the cage.
A short left from Machado.
Machado lands a nice uppercut.
Po misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Po is leaning against Machado and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Machado blocks a body shot from Po.
Po tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Machado prevents a body shot from Po.
A right handed body shot lands from Machado.
Po throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Machado.
Machado swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Po can't find room to land a body shot as Machado controls the action.
Po lands with a short shot to the head.
Machado fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Po misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Machado.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Machado breaks the clinch.
Machado slips under a jab.
Po has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Machado finds it's way round the side to connect with Po's head.
Po checks a leg kick.
Po throws a body shot but no joy.
Machado jabs at Po's body.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Po manages to avoid it.#T3#
Po moves out of range as Machado strikes.
It looked like Po wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Machado keeps the fight on the outside.
Po takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but Po sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Machado pivots, looking for a leg kick but Po is out of range and Machado settles back down.
Machado misses with a jab to the body
letting Po counter with a right hand.
Machado lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Po tries to clinch up.
Machado slips under a jab from Po.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Machado! But no joy.
Machado scores with a nice right hand. #CL#
Po gets a clinch.
Machado misses with a body punch.
Machado misses with a short punch on the inside.
Po lands a hook that snaps the head of Machado backwards.
Po tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Machado wants to break the clinch but can't.
Machado misses with a hook from the clinch.
Machado works on Po's body with a couple of short punches.
Machado wants to get back to striking at distance but Po won't allow it. #BC2#
Machado breaks from the clinch. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Po avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Machado jabs Po right on the nose. Po blinks but takes it well.
Machado throws the left hand but Po avoids the punch easily.
A cross from Machado lands.
Po needs to keep his hands up - Machado had a free shot at his head there.
Machado stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Machado shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Po was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Machado tries to work over Po's front leg with a kick but Po checks it.
Machado slips a jab from Po.
Po uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Po throws a body shot but no joy.
Machado throws a right hand that misses
and Po counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Machado staying out of range there.
Machado tries to work over Po's front leg with a kick but Po checks it.
Nice defenses there by Po.
Po appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Machado avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Machado ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
That's time! Po's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL#
Po forces Machado back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Machado pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Po throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.
Po thuds a left hand into Machado's body.
Po ducks right into an uppercut from Machado.
Wanderson Machado seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Po swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Po scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado misses with a straight left.
Po misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a leg kick.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Po scores with a decent looking hook.
Machado scores with a one two! Po had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Po throws a right hand that Machado ducks under and follows up with a left that Machado also avoids with ease.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but Po sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Po misses with a looping right.
Machado avoids the body shot from Po.
Machado lands with a shot to the body.
Po 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. #T1#
Po moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Machado is looking to score with low kicks.
Po takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Machado takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Machado lands with a cross.
Po throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A thudding body kick lands there by Machado!
A jab lands there for Machado.#CL#
Po forces Machado back against the cage and clinches.
Machado has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Po seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Machado can turn it around.
Po lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Machado breaks from the clinch.
Machado throws a right and a left that Po avoids nicely.
Po shoots for a double leg takedown but Machado sprawls well. He's pushed Po's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Machado throws a body punch but Po moves out of range.
Machado tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Po drops down looking for a counter takedown but Machado sprawls and moves away.
Machado connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Po uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
Machado throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Po stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Machado misses with a looping left.
Po fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Po's head but Po sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Po thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wanderson Machado is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Po slips a straight right by Machado.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Po counter with a right hand.
Po moves out of range of the leg kick from Machado.
Po half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Machado walks into a left hand.
Machado pivots, looking for a leg kick but Po is out of range and Machado settles back down.
Machado throws a hook but Po avoids it easily.
Po checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Machado pivots, looking for a leg kick but Po is out of range and Machado settles back down.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Po.
Po blocks a leg kick.
Po uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado thumps Po with a low kick.#T3#
Po misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
Po scores with a hook.
A lazy left from Po finds it's target.
Po checks a leg kick.
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target.
Po tries to counter with a takedown but Machado is quick to defend against it.
Po throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Machado attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Po fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Machado lands a jab to the nose.
Po looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Machado throws a counter combo.
Machado misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Po was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Po darts in looking for a takedown but Machado gets double underhooks and turns Po into the cage.
Po misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Machado tries to work over Po's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
Po tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Po misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Machado manages to break the clinch.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Machado throws a jab when Po was well out of range.
Machado throws a solid leg kick but Po takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Machado.
An inside leg kick lands from Machado.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Po shoots in for a takedown but Machado shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shen Po. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Po has Machado up against the cage in a clinch. #BC2#
Machado's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Machado swings for the body but Po moves out of range.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Machado slaps away a takedown attempt from Po, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Po.
Machado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Po has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Po is looking to counter the offense by Machado and move into the clinch.
Po ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
A jab from Po misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Po slips a straight right by Machado.
Po shoots for a double leg takedown but Machado sprawls well. He's pushed Po's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Po takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A low kick lands for Machado.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Po pushes Machado up against the cage in a clinch.
Machado swings wildly with an uppercut but Po uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Po.
Po tries to throw a body punch but Machado avoids it by throwing Po back against the cage.
Machado works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Po gets a trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Machado trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Machado is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Po trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Po controlling from the full mount.
Po looking to control but Machado is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Po is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Machado has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Machado!
Po wants to hit a sweep here but Machado passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Po there!
Po tries to reverse the position but Machado maintains control.#T2#
Machado tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Po is looking to get to half guard.
Machado controlling the pace for now.
Po is looking to get to half guard.
Machado controlling his opponent.
Po is wriggling around trying to escape. #T3#
Machado looking to control but Po is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Machado looking to control and managing it successfully.
Po tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wanderson Machado has got the better of the ground game so far.
Po bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Po trying to control but Machado is working from the bottom.
Po trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Po is looking to pass into half guard but Machado pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Machado is in guard.#REVB##SUB#
Po is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Po is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Machado is aware though and is defending well.
Po has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Machado has passed into side control.
Machado trying to control the action but Po is working from the bottom.
Machado working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado really 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.#R4#
Machado throws the left hand but Po avoids the punch easily.
Machado connects with a solid leg kick.
Machado dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Po. That did some damage!
Po throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
Machado bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Good work by Po as he checks the leg kick.
Po cracks Machado with a right hand to the side of the head.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Po.
Po tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Machado scores with a sloppy right hand. Po should have avoided that one.
Machado scores with the left hand. Po knows he should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Po jabs at Machado's body.
Machado lands with an overhand left.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Po.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Po takes a jab right on the kisser.
Po misses with a looping right.
Machado tries a low kick but Po avoids it.#T1#
Machado slips under a jab.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Po 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.
Po throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado lands with an overhand left.
Machado misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Po decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Machado's guard.
Machado is pulling down on Po's head to control his posture.
Po slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Po is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Po tries to pass the half guard into mount. Machado knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2##SUB#
Po is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Machado is just riding it out for now. Po eventually gives up the hold.
Po wants to take a breather but Machado is having none of it.
Po wants to pass the guard but Machado is defending well.
Po throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Machado is holding on to half guard well.
Po seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Machado does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Po is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Po is looking for a kimura but Machado is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Po to get the leverage.
Po is pressing down on Machado's thigh, looking to free his foot. Machado is holding on for now.
Machado is holding on to half guard well.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB#
Po is looking for a kimura here. #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.#SUB#
Po is trying to work for a kimura but Machado is defending well.
Po seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Machado does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Po misses with a looping left.
Machado lands with a hook. Po tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Po moves away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado misses with a looping right.
Machado connects with a right hand. Po shakes it off.
Po is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jab, jab by Machado - just one landing.
Po closes the distance and clinches up with Machado, looking for a takedown. Po pushes Machado against the cage but Machado circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that fourth 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. 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#
Po fails with the takedown
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado scores with a jab to the body.
Machado stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Po closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Machado quickly recovers to half guard.
Machado slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Machado is pulling down on Po's head to control his posture.
Po looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Po is looking to advance position but Machado has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Machado controlling the position easily from mount. #T1#
Po working to try and regain half guard.
Po tries to lock up and control but Machado gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Machado looking to control but Po is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Machado controlling his opponent.
Po is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Shen Po has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Po wants to hold on but Machado pushes him away.
Machado looking to control and managing it successfully.
Machado trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Po is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
Po gets back to half guard.
Machado is looking to take a break and control but Po is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Po is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily.
Machado controlling the pace.
Po is trying to get back to full guard.
Po is trying to control but can't. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Po tries to get to full guard but Machado has control of the leg.
Machado blocks the strikes from Po. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Po throws a right hand that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Po throws a hook to the side of Machado's head but Machado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Machado throws the left hand but Po avoids the punch easily.
Po on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Machado lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Machado ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Po connects with a right hand. Machado shakes it off.#CL#
Po pushes Machado up against the cage in a clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wanderson Machado comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Machado 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 45:50
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 45:50
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

Wanderson Machado is the new middleweight champion!
A relieved looking Wanderson Machado thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 142     
Date:   May 04, 2022
#R1#
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Machado fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ainsworth looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Ainsworth ducks down to avoid it.
Ainsworth is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Machado with a body shot.
Machado throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A nice leg kick from Machado, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ainsworth.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ainsworth manages to avoid it.
Ainsworth misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
Ainsworth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Ainsworth misses with a low kick as Machado jumps back.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ainsworth 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 had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ainsworth misses with a low kick as Machado jumps back.
Ainsworth keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Ainsworth throws a jab but it's blocked by Machado.
The fighters circle momentarily. Machado darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ainsworth throws a low kick but it's checked well by Machado.
Ainsworth misses with a leg kick
and Machado connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ainsworth on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Machado. Machado obviously looking to wear him down. #T1#
Ainsworth is looking to chop away at Machado's legs.
Ainsworth connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ainsworth.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ainsworth.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ainsworth checks a low kick from Machado.
A good leg kick by Ainsworth.
Machado avoids a kick to the body.
Ainsworth throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Machado half committed to a counter leg kick.
A jab from Machado misses.
Ainsworth throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
A good leg kick by Machado.
Ainsworth darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
Ainsworth moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Machado connects with the punch.
Ainsworth will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ainsworth looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Ainsworth tries to land a front kick but Machado steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ainsworth throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ainsworth.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ainsworth misses with a hook
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ainsworth ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ainsworth only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Ainsworth throws a leg kick that is checked
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Ainsworth tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Machado throws a body punch but Ainsworth moves out of range.
Machado thumps Ainsworth with a low kick.
Ainsworth takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A cross from Machado lands.
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Ainsworth misses the body punch
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ainsworth lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Ainsworth dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Machado. That did some damage!
Ainsworth misses with a series of wild punches.
Ainsworth bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ainsworth with the inside leg kick.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ainsworth looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Ainsworth misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a nice kick to the body.
Ainsworth misses with a low kick.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado misses with a jab to the body
and Ainsworth counters with a nice low kick that buckles Machado's knee momentarily.
Machado blocks a low kick nicely.
Some bone on bone action there as Ainsworth checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Ainsworth was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado misses with a head kick.
Machado tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ainsworth moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Machado throws a series of strikes that have Ainsworth backpedaling.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Ainsworth is just out of range.
Machado misses with a wild combination.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado throws a good cross that connects.
Machado is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ainsworth.
Machado lands a leg kick that knocks Ainsworth off balance momentarily.
Machado slips a jab from Ainsworth.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ainsworth fails to land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Ainsworth throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ainsworth.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ainsworth swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Machado scores with a nice right hand.
Ainsworth keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Ainsworth tries a quick counter leg kick but Machado is wise to it.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ainsworth.
Ainsworth throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Machado stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Machado throws a big shot that misses.
Ainsworth will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Ainsworth saw that one coming.
Good shot there by Ainsworth.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ainsworth.
Machado throws a series of punches but Ainsworth avoids them all with ease.
Machado clobbers Ainsworth with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ainsworth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Ainsworth.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ainsworth.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Ainsworth throws a lazy right hand but Machado sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ainsworth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ainsworth throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A clash of legs there as Ainsworth blocks the low kick.
Ainsworth throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Machado takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ainsworth attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Machado jabs Ainsworth right on the nose. Ainsworth blinks but takes it well.
Ainsworth throws a leg kick but Machado checks it.
Machado half committed to a counter leg kick.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado moves out of range of the leg kick from Ainsworth.
A slow jab from Ainsworth misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Machado was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A clash of legs there as Machado blocks the low kick.
Ainsworth uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Machado scores with a jab to the body.
Ainsworth misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Ainsworth.
Machado dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ainsworth. That did some damage!#T1#
Ainsworth slips under a jab from Machado.
Ainsworth connects with a looping right hand.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Ainsworth might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Machado has got the better of the exchanges.
Ainsworth just misses with a punch to the body.
Ainsworth scores with a hook.
Machado on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ainsworth. Ainsworth obviously looking to wear him down.
A shot to the liver by Machado. Beautiful body shot.
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Machado defending well as Ainsworth loads up on a big left hand.
Machado looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Ainsworth ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ainsworth can do to turn this around?
Ainsworth ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
That kick from Machado tenderised Ainsworth's leg. Ainsworth is trying to keep his angry face on.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ainsworth raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Nice uppercut there from Machado.
Ainsworth takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
Ainsworth checks a leg kick.
Ainsworth throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ainsworth cracks Machado with an open hand slap.#T2#
Ainsworth fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Machado is out of range.
Machado 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.
Ainsworth looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Machado is looking to chop away at Ainsworth's legs.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ainsworth! But no joy.
Machado avoids the body shot from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth wants to land a leg kick but Machado is out of range.
Machado delivers a nice body kick.
Ainsworth fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Ainsworth throws a quick inside leg kick.
Machado misses the shot to the body.
Machado slips under a jab.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Ainsworth is just out of range.
Ainsworth uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Ainsworth cracks a nice hook into Machado's ribs.
Ainsworth blocks a jab.#T3#
Machado throws a jab but it's blocked by Ainsworth.
Ainsworth jabs Machado to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ainsworth throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Machado swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ainsworth throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Machado.
Ainsworth connects with an inside leg kick.
Machado misses the jab.
Ainsworth connects with a solid leg kick.
Ainsworth keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ainsworth moves out of range of the leg kick from Machado.
A nice side step and Ainsworth releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Some bone on bone action there as Machado checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ainsworth. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ainsworth on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth pivots, looking for a leg kick but Machado is out of range and Ainsworth settles back down.
Ainsworth misses with a looping right.
Machado dips to his left and cracks Ainsworth with an uppercut!#T4#
Machado missing with a left hand there. Ainsworth was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado throws a leg kick that misses.
Ainsworth feints a counter leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ainsworth slips a straight right by Machado.
Machado checks a low kick from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
Ainsworth uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Ainsworth looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Ainsworth misses the target.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
Machado throws a body punch but Ainsworth moves out of range.
Machado misses with a hook. Ainsworth ducked under it nicely.
Ainsworth now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ainsworth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Ainsworth.
A low kick from Ainsworth is predictable there
and Machado counters with a thumping low kick.
Ainsworth connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Machado misses with a kick to the body.
Machado misses with a body kick.
Ainsworth misses the shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Machado.
A looping hook to the body misses from Machado. Ainsworth does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Wanderson Machado 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Machado is looking to slow Ainsworth down with leg kicks.
Ainsworth misses with a body shot.
Ainsworth throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Machado tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ainsworth's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Machado connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ainsworth scrambles back to his feet.
Machado digs a good hook to Ainsworth's body.
Machado moves out of range of the leg kick from Ainsworth.
Machado slips under a jab.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Ainsworth looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Machado looks for the body kick but Ainsworth saw that one coming.
Machado dips to his left and cracks Ainsworth with an uppercut!
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ainsworth.
Machado swings for the body but Ainsworth moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ainsworth throws a chopping leg kick but Machado manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Ainsworth.
Machado throws a jab when Ainsworth was well out of range.
Ainsworth feints a counter leg kick.
Machado throws a low kick, looking for Ainsworth's leg but Ainsworth calmly moves out of range.
Machado connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ainsworth.#T1#
Ainsworth takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ainsworth throws the left hand but Machado avoids the punch easily.
Ainsworth throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Ainsworth tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ainsworth displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab.
Ainsworth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Ainsworth.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ainsworth lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Machado has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Machado and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Machado avoids the body shot from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth checks a low kick from Machado.
Machado backing away here, and Ainsworth unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ainsworth tests Machado's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ainsworth's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice uppercut there from Ainsworth.
Machado misses with a straight right.
Ainsworth moves away from the strike by Machado.
Machado misses with a few strikes there.
Ainsworth misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
Ainsworth scores with a nice head shot.
Machado throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ainsworth.#T2#
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Ainsworth's shoulder, as Ainsworth tries to avoid the shot.
Ainsworth lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Machado lands with a thumping leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Machado blocks the low kick.
Machado throws a jab when Ainsworth was well out of range.
Ainsworth uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado throws a leg kick which misses Ainsworth's front leg but catches the back leg as Ainsworth tries to avoid it.
Ainsworth dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Machado thumps Ainsworth with a low kick.
Ainsworth jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A low kick lands for Machado.
Machado tried to score with a low kick but Ainsworth checks it.
No joy there for Machado, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ainsworth throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jab, jab by Machado - just one landing.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Ainsworth misses the shot to the body. #T3#
A big left from Machado misses.
Ainsworth throws a solid leg kick but Machado takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ainsworth.
Machado misses with a hook.
Machado throws a big shot that misses.
Ainsworth misses with a low kick.
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Machado scores with a jab to the head.
Ainsworth tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ainsworth slips under a jab.
Machado tries a low kick but Ainsworth avoids it.
Ainsworth just misses with a punch to the body.
Ainsworth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ainsworth throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Ainsworth drops his hands momentarily and Machado takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ainsworth connects with a good right hand that stumbles Machado. Machado circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ainsworth throws a low kick but Machado moves out of range easily.
Ainsworth misses with a low kick.#T4#
A clash of legs there as Machado blocks the low kick.
Ainsworth wants to slow Machado down by chopping away at his legs.
Ainsworth defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand.
Machado throws a chopping leg kick but Ainsworth manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Ainsworth cracks Machado with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Ainsworth misses the shot to the body.
Machado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Machado checks a leg kick.
Ainsworth misses the shot to the body.
Ainsworth misses the shot to the body.
A big right from Machado misses.
Machado checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ainsworth moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ainsworth 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.
Wilfred Ainsworth has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ainsworth. Machado does a little dance to reset his feet.

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 Wanderson Machado.
Well Machado has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

Our winner, Wanderson Machado, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 134     
Date:   Apr 06, 2022
#R1#
Watkins throws a good cross that connects. #CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Watkins lands a jab to Machado's midsection.
Watkins on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Watkins lands a nice leg kick that just misses Machado's sensitive parts.
Craig Watkins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Watkins takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A decent looking cross lands there for Watkins.#CL2#
Watkins fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Machado, pushing him back against the cage.
Watkins prevents a body shot from Machado.
Machado lands a shoulder strike.
Watkins lands a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch on the inside from Watkins fails to land.
Machado stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Machado fails to land.
Watkins tries to throw a body punch but Machado avoids it by throwing Watkins back against the cage.
Watkins misses with a punch on the inside.
I was talking to Machado's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Watkins lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Machado swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Watkins manages to break the clinch.
Watkins misses with a two punch combination.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Machado throws a body punch but Watkins moves out of range. #T1#
Machado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Watkins's head.
A bone on bone clash there as Machado blocks the leg kick.
Watkins lands with a straight right. Machado didn't see that one coming.
Watkins looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Machado was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Machado takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Watkins looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#CL2#
Watkins has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Machado breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Watkins scores with a sloppy right hand. Machado should have avoided that one.
Watkins has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Machado fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Machado throws a nice looking combination but Watkins bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Watkins ducks down to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Watkins drops his hands momentarily and Machado needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Watkins just on the top of the head. Watkins drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Watkins - he's done!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 121     
Date:   Feb 20, 2022
#R1#
Jab by Machado.#TD2#
Blikstein feints and as Machado raises his hands in defense, Blikstein changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Blikstein throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Machado has his hands on Blikstein's head, controlling the position.
Blikstein trying to control the position from guard on top but Machado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado wants to sweep but no luck.
Blikstein distracts Machado with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Blikstein has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blikstein chips away with some ground and pound.
Blikstein wants to control from the top but Machado keeps moving.
Blikstein showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Machado is trying to keep Blikstein in close. #T1#
Machado has control of Blikstein's left arm, preventing Blikstein from doing any damage.
Blikstein working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Machado seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Blikstein counters with a nice low kick that buckles Machado's knee momentarily.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blikstein.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blikstein.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Machado lands a jab to Blikstein's midsection.
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
We've been informed that Blikstein 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.#T2#
Blikstein swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Machado.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.#CL2#
Blikstein rushes Machado and presses him up against the cage.
Blikstein taking a breather.
Blikstein lands with a left to the head.
I was talking to Machado's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A short right from Blikstein.
Blikstein is trying to stall.
Machado blocks a body shot from Blikstein.
Machado fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Machado misses with a body punch.
Machado scores with a hook to the body.
Blikstein tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Blikstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
Blikstein blocking some punches. #T3#
Machado can't find room to land a body shot as Blikstein controls the action.
Machado doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Blikstein lands a left hand that snaps the head of Machado backwards.
Blikstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Machado takes a shot to the head.
Blikstein goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Blikstein lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Blikstein tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Machado's elbow.
Machado working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Blikstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Blikstein misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Machado works on Blikstein's body with a couple of short punches.
Machado misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Machado breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Blikstein is looking to chop away at Machado's legs.
Machado moves out of range as Blikstein strikes.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Blikstein on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Blikstein goes for a double leg but Machado avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Machado continues to drive forward.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blikstein looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Machado throws a big shot that misses.
Blikstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Machado takes the fight into the clinch.
Machado softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD2#
Blikstein has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Machado regains guard immediately.
Machado working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Blikstein.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Paulo Blikstein will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Blikstein moves away and avoids it.
A clash of legs there as Blikstein blocks the low kick.
Machado changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Machado dodges the punch combination from Blikstein.
Blikstein connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Machado fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Blikstein.
A low kick from Machado misses
letting Blikstein counter with a right hand.
Blikstein tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Machado swivels and escapes.#T1#
Blikstein slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Blikstein misses with a hook
and Machado counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Blikstein counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Blikstein.
Blikstein shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Machado as he avoids it easily.
Machado thuds a left hand into Blikstein's body.
Blikstein missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Blikstein connects with a good right hand that stumbles Machado. Machado circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Machado cracks a nice hook into Blikstein's ribs.#T2#
Blikstein jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Machado throws a nice outside leg kick.
Blikstein throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blikstein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab.
Blikstein throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Machado misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Blikstein misses with a right hand
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A good leg kick by Machado.
Blikstein on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T3#
A nice leg kick from Machado, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Machado stuns Blikstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Machado lands a body shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Blikstein.
Wanderson Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paulo Blikstein.
Machado throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Blikstein counters with a single leg into guard. Machado didn't expect that.

Machado is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Blikstein presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A hook to the body from Blikstein. #T4##TD2#
Blikstein gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Blikstein is trying to control the action in half guard but Machado is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Blikstein takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Blikstein throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Blikstein landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Machado tries to get to full guard but Blikstein has control of the leg.
Machado is working hard here to advance position.
Machado holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Machado gets back to full guard.
Blikstein looking to sit in guard and control but Machado gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Machado is looking to slow Blikstein down with leg kicks.
Machado misses with a straight right.
A nice inside leg kick there by Machado. That's going to slow Blikstein down.
Machado misses the shot to the body.
Machado has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Blikstein finds it's way round the side to connect with Machado's head.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Blikstein ducks down to avoid it.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado thuds his right hand into Blikstein's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Blikstein counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Machado moves away from the strike by Blikstein. #T1#
Blikstein throws a leg kick that is checked
and Machado counters with a body kick.
Machado avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Machado takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Blikstein slips under a jab.
Machado fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Blikstein checks it well.
Machado's corner calls for a 1-2. Machado obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Blikstein misses with a combination
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Machado defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Blikstein.
Machado throws an off balance right hand
letting Blikstein counter with a right hand.
Blikstein misses with a combination
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Machado connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Machado lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado tests Blikstein's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Blikstein throws a low kick but it's checked well by Machado.#T3#
A lazy left from Blikstein finds it's target.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
Blikstein checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Machado lands a slapping body shot.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Blikstein takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Blikstein throws a left and a right that both miss
and Machado makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Machado. Blikstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Machado scores with a push kick.
Blikstein takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Machado throws a body kick that misses.
Blikstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Machado - that will leave a mark!
Machado lands with an uppercut that bounces Blikstein off the cage and back into range.
Blikstein throws a right hand that misses
and Machado counters with a leg kick. #TD2#
Blikstein drives through with a takedown into guard.
Machado might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Machado holds on and takes a little breather.
Machado manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Blikstein manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Machado wants to control from the top but Blikstein keeps moving.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wanderson Machado showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Machado has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 112     
Date:   Jan 21, 2022
#R1#
Machado moves out of range as Kazuma strikes.
Kazuma tests Machado's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado lands the left hand.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Kazuma wants to counter with a clinch but Machado pushes him away.
Kazuma thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado defending well as Kazuma loads up on a big left hand.
Machado throws a series of strikes that have Kazuma backpedaling.
Kazuma walks into a left hand.
Kazuma has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
A big left from Kazuma misses.
Machado has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Machado there as he acknowledges the shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kazuma throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kazuma takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Machado blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Machado forces Kazuma back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Kazuma breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Kazuma feints and then cracks Machado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Machado down.
Kazuma tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kazuma throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Kiryu Kazuma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado throws out a leg kick but Kazuma moves out of range and Machado only half commits.
A left lands for Kazuma.
Machado blocks a head kick by Kazuma. #CL2#
Kazuma closes the distance and pushes Machado back into the cage.#BC2#
Kazuma breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kazuma tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Machado paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Kazuma paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
Machado moves out of range as Kazuma strikes.#T2#
Machado swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Kazuma misses the target. #CL2#
Kazuma fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Machado, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Kazuma breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kazuma fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A jab from Machado misses.
A little jabbing left from Kazuma on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kazuma throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kazuma thinking.
A jab from Kazuma does it's job there.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kazuma stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kazuma throws the left hand but Machado avoids the punch easily.
Kazuma throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kazuma scores with a jab.#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T3#
Machado keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kazuma sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kazuma misses with a right hand
and Machado counters with a right hand to the body.
Machado fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kazuma.
Kazuma swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#KD2#
Kazuma sends Machado crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Kazuma is motioning to the referee to let Machado up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Machado is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kazuma throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it. #KD2#
Kazuma feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Machado sprawling to the canvas! Machado rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Kazuma finish him?!
Oh Machado is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Jeez, Wanderson Machado's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Kiryu Kazuma!
Kiryu Kazuma is the new middleweight champion!
Kiryu Kazuma decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 104     
Date:   Dec 22, 2021
#R1#
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Machado misses with an uppercut. DeAngelo saw that one coming.
Machado changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
DeAngelo misses with a looping left.
Machado quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
DeAngelo misses with a wild body shot.
DeAngelo throws a lazy uppercut
and Machado counters with an outside leg kick.
Machado lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but DeAngelo is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado lands with a nice body punch.
Machado avoids the body shot from DeAngelo.
It appears Machado was looking to counter with a kick there.
Machado slips under a jab from DeAngelo.#T1#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! DeAngelo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Machado - the referee stops the clock and DeAngelo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Machado. DeAngelo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
DeAngelo moves out of range of the body kick.
DeAngelo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between DeAngelo's hands.
DeAngelo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.#KD#
Machado feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends DeAngelo sprawling to the canvas! DeAngelo rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Machado finish him?! #ROC#DeAngelo is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slapping body kick lands there for Machado.
DeAngelo is still on wobbly legs! Can Machado finish him?
Joseph DeAngelo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeAngelo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado misses with a body kick.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
DeAngelo seems to have recovered his senses.
Machado throws a shot to the body.
Machado digs a good body shot into DeAngelo's ribs.#T2#
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like DeAngelo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Decent striking displayed by Machado there.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Machado throws a body kick that misses.
DeAngelo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DeAngelo missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DeAngelo lands with an uppercut that bounces Machado off the cage and back into range.
DeAngelo throws a lazy uppercut
and Machado counters with a left to the body.
Machado throws a hook to the side of DeAngelo's head but DeAngelo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
DeAngelo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Machado with a body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Machado.
DeAngelo swings away with a body shot that misses
and DeAngelo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Machado throws a lazy body kick
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
DeAngelo misses with a left hand
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.
DeAngelo throws out a loose jab but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DeAngelo! But no joy.
DeAngelo connects with a right hand. Machado shakes it off.
DeAngelo misses with a straight left.
DeAngelo throws a lazy right hand but Machado sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.
Machado walks into a straight right hand from DeAngelo.
DeAngelo misses with a lunging right hand
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from DeAngelo misses.
DeAngelo connects with a crisp jab.
Machado rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and DeAngelo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
DeAngelo lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado misses with a right hand
enabling DeAngelo to counter with a crisp jab.
DeAngelo misses with a looping right.
DeAngelo scores with the left hand. Machado knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DeAngelo misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Machado feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits DeAngelos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
DeAngelo takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
DeAngelo 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.
DeAngelo swings widly with a right hand
and Machado counters with a body kick that stops DeAngelo in his tracks momentarily.
Machado takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
DeAngelo misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
DeAngelo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado throws a solid leg kick but DeAngelo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Machado.
Machado lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and DeAngelo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Machado scores with a hook to the body. DeAngelo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A nice leg kick from Machado, right into the meat of the thigh.
DeAngelo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Machado throwing a counter right hand but DeAngelo manages to avoid it.
Machado misses with a straight left.
DeAngelo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
DeAngelo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
DeAngelo throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
Machado connects with a leg kick.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that DeAngelo can do to turn this around?
Machado blocks a jab.
Nice cross by DeAngelo.
DeAngelo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
DeAngelo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Machado misses with a hook.
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Machado tries to close the distance and clinch but DeAngelo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeAngelo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Machado slips a jab from DeAngelo.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
DeAngelo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Machado doesn't seem bothered though.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice shot by Machado.
Machado lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
DeAngelo throws the left hand but Machado avoids the punch easily.
DeAngelo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#KD#
Machado lands a big uppercut and DeAngelo crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but DeAngelo looks OK. Machado waves DeAngelo back to his feet!
DeAngelo defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand.
Machado wants to clinch.
DeAngelo lands a jab to the nose.#T4#
DeAngelo looks up at the clock. Bad move! Machado lands a right hand from hell, dropping DeAngelo. Machado pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his middleweight title!
A relieved looking Wanderson Machado thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: SPPS 98: Tokyo Turkey Bowl!     
Date:   Nov 26, 2021
#R1#
Machado with a nice cross.#CUT#It looks like Tanaka Matsuda has been cut.
Matsuda misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Matsuda throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Machado stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Matsuda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Matsuda.
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target.
Matsuda moves out of range of the body kick.
Matsuda uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Nice uppercut there from Matsuda.
Matsuda lands a jab.
Machado keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Matsuda jabs Machado to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
The fighters circling - Matsuda throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Matsuda has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Matsuda misses with a lunging right hand
and Machado counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Matsuda.
Machado's corner calls for a 1-2. Machado obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Matsuda takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Matsuda throws a lazy right hand but Machado sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Matsuda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Machado wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Machado jabs at Matsuda's body.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Matsuda lands a glancing blow to the side of Machado's head.
Matsuda connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Machado's hands.
Matsuda with a jab.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Machado throws a jab when Matsuda was well out of range.
Machado throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Matsuda.
Matsuda scores with the left hand. Machado knows he should have avoided that one.
Machado takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Good shot there by Machado.
Machado throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Matsuda counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Machado is controlling Matsuda's trapped leg to prevent Matsuda from advancing to side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Matsuda with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Machado is doing well to control the position and prevent Matsuda from advancing to side control.
Matsuda seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Machado does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Matsuda trying to pass the guard but Machado defending well. #SUB2#
Matsuda seems to be working for a kimura but Machado defends the submission attempt.
Matsuda working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Machado is holding on to half guard well.
Matsuda working over Machado with some ground and pound. Machado looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T4#
Machado is refusing to be controlled, as Matsuda sits in half guard.
Machado blocking the ground and pound attempt from Matsuda.
Matsuda not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Matsuda throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ground and pound from Matsuda.
Machado holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Machado might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Matsuda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Machado defends it well.
Matsuda winds up and cracks Machado with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tanaka Matsuda will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tanaka Matsuda'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.#R2#
Matsuda listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Matsuda moves away from the strike by Machado.
Machado looks for the body kick but Matsuda saw that one coming.
Matsuda lands a body shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Machado. That's going to slow Matsuda down.
Machado pivots, looking for a leg kick but Matsuda is out of range and Machado settles back down.
Machado throws a shot to the body.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Matsuda swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matsuda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado lands a nice hook to Matsuda's body. Matsuda takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Matsuda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Matsuda tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Matsuda has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Matsuda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Matsuda moves away and avoids it.
Machado connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Matsuda jabs at Machado's body.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Matsuda ducks down to avoid it.
Matsuda uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Matsuda's head but Matsuda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Machado with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Matsuda misses with a jab to the body
and Matsuda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#That has opened up Tanaka Matsuda's cut even more.
Machado misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD2#
and Matsuda counters with a single leg into guard. Machado didn't expect that.
Machado is looking to stand back up but Matsuda counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Machado. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#REVR#
Machado tries to get to full guard but Matsuda has control of the leg.
Matsuda lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Matsuda trying to control from half guard but Machado is working away.
Matsuda working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Machado pushes Matsuda off looking to stand but Matsuda dives back in and keeps control.
Machado tries to roll over but Matsuda keeps him under control.#T3##SUB2#
Matsuda is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Machado has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Machado is defending against the submission attempts here by Matsuda.
Matsuda tries to pass the half guard into mount. Machado knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Machado gets back to full guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Matsuda throwing strikes from guard but Machado blocks nicely.
Matsuda with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Machado looking to control.
Machado wants to get back to his feet but Matsuda is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Matsuda with a flurry of punches that miss.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Matsuda forces his way into half guard.
Machado is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tanaka Matsuda's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Matsuda misses with an uppercut.
Nice body kick there by Machado.
Machado lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Matsuda at a distance.
Matsuda walks into a jab.
Machado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Matsuda 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.
Matsuda avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Matsuda lands an overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matsuda lands a lovely overhand right.
Matsuda cracks Machado with a right hand to the side of the head.
Machado lands a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado takes a jab right on the kisser. #T1#
Matsuda will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Matsuda moved out of range nicely.
And Matsuda tries to counter it with a takedown but Machado pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Machado swings for the body but Matsuda moves out of range.
Matsuda misses with a hook
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Matsuda swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Tanaka Matsuda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Matsuda blocks a jab.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Matsuda saw that one coming.
Matsuda let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Matsuda swings widly with a right hand
and Machado counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Matsuda slips the punch.
Matsuda throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Matsuda displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Machado throws out the jab. #T2#
Machado throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Matsuda has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Matsuda misses with a left hand
and Matsuda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A low kick lands for Machado. #TD2#
Matsuda gets a takedown into half guard.

Machado makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado tries to land a front kick but Matsuda steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Machado looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Machado fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Matsuda has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T3#
Matsuda misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Machado finds it's way through Matsuda's defenses.
Machado lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Matsuda scores with a crisp jab that stopped Machado in his tracks.
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Matsuda throws out the jab.
Machado fires out a quick counter leg kick but Matsuda just manages to avoid it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Machado.#CUT#The cut above Tanaka Matsuda's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Machado misses with a low kick.
Machado throws a nice looking combination but Matsuda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Matsuda scores with a punch to the head.
Machado connects with the punch.#T4#
Matsuda misses the shot to the body.
Matsuda takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Matsuda was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Machado defending well as Matsuda loads up on a big left hand.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado swings for the body but Matsuda moves out of range.
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Matsuda.
Matsuda misses with a left hand
and Matsuda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Matsuda ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
A shot to the body from Matsuda misses
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Tanaka Matsuda's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Machado fails in his attempt to clinch.
Matsuda misses with a wild body shot.
Matsuda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Matsuda.
Matsuda comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Matsuda throws a poor cross that misses
and Machado counters with a slapping leg kick.
Matsuda checks a leg kick nicely.
Nice shot by Machado.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matsuda ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Matsuda misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Machado wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big left from Matsuda misses. #T1#
Machado gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Matsuda.
Machado steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Matsuda.
Machado appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A shot to the body from Matsuda misses
and Machado counters with a left to the body.
Matsuda on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Machado scores with a leg kick.
Machado connects with a crisp jab.
Machado throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Matsuda bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Matsuda is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Matsuda slips under a jab.#KD#
Machado lands a big head kick that sends Matsuda tumbling to the mat! Machado takes a step backwards and waves Matsuda back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Matsuda is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Matsuda ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Matsuda is still on wobbly legs! Can Machado finish him?
Matsuda fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T2#
Matsuda shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Machado pinned against the cage. Machado gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Matsuda is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Matsuda takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Matsuda seems to have recovered his senses.
Machado lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT#Tanaka Matsuda's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Matsuda has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Machado fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Matsuda.
Matsuda misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Matsuda finds it's way through Machado's defenses.
Matsuda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Matsuda's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#KD#
Machado lands a big uppercut and Matsuda crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Matsuda looks OK. Machado waves Matsuda back to his feet!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his middleweight title!
Wanderson Machado seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 89     
Date:   Oct 09, 2021
#R1#
Kazuma throws a right hand that Machado ducks under and follows up with a left that Machado also avoids with ease.
Kazuma connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Machado's hands.#CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Kazuma swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Machado looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kazuma moves in looking to clinch but Machado pushes him off.
Kazuma wants to clinch.
Machado scores with a hook to the body. Kazuma takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Machado on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch lands to the side of Machado 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Machado fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kazuma throws a leg kick
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab lands there for Machado.#T1#
Kazuma throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kazuma tries to clinch there but Machado circles away.
We've been told by Kazuma's head coaches at Iron Wolf Private Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kazuma scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Machado has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kazuma.
Kazuma throws a right hand that misses
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kazuma rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Machado moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kazuma uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kazuma wants to clinch but Machado slips to the side
and Machado counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kazuma fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Kazuma moves in looking to clinch but Machado pushes him off.
Machado now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Machado throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kazuma moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CUT#That has opened up Wanderson Machado's cut even more.
Kiryu Kazuma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Machado jabs Kazuma to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kazuma takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Machado lands a nice hook to Kazuma's body. Kazuma takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kazuma takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kazuma is breathing heavily.
Kazuma on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kazuma lands a nice leg kick that just misses Machado's sensitive parts.
Machado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kazuma's head.
Kazuma walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kazuma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kazuma tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Machado manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kazuma, as that shot connected.
Kazuma throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with an outside leg kick.
Kazuma throws a head kick but Machado moves out of range.
Kazuma has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Machado.
Kazuma rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD2#
and Machado counters with a head kick that drops Kazuma to the mat! Kazuma scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC2#Kazuma is rocked!#T3#
Kazuma misses with a body shot
and Machado counters with a huge left! Kazuma is in big trouble! He's backing up but Machado isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Kazuma from any more damage. A dominating finish by Machado!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado is the new middleweight champion!
A relieved looking Wanderson Machado thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 84     
Date:   Sep 15, 2021
#R1#
Filth digs a good body shot into Machado's ribs.
Filth scores with a sloppy right hand. Machado should have avoided that one. #CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado 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.
Obama Filth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Filth throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Machado misses with a combination
and Filth counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Machado thuds a left hand into Filth's body.
Filth swings away with a body shot that misses
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Filth throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a three punch combo that has Filth backing up. Filth nods at Machado to acknowledge the strikes.
Machado is looking to clinch.
Filth misses with an uppercut.
Filth misses the jab.
Machado let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Machado dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Machado shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Machado throws a jab when Filth was well out of range.
Machado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Filth looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Filth misses the body punch
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado slips under a jab.
And Machado responds with a good body kick, but Filth manages to step out the way in time.
Filth scores with a sloppy right hand. Machado should have avoided that one.
Machado throws a low kick but Filth moves out of range easily.
Machado takes one on the button.
Filth uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
An attempted straight right counter from Filth misses the target.
A jab from Filth misses.
Machado let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Filth stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Machado.
Filth pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Filth scores with a decent looking hook.
Machado swings widly with a right hand
and Filth counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado avoids the body shot from Filth.
Filth cracks a nice hook into Machado's ribs.
Machado throws a hook but Filth blocks it.
Filth swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A big left from Filth misses.
Filth takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
Machado fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Filth misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Machado.
Filth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Filth.#T3#
Filth cracks a nice hook into Machado's ribs.
Filth throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Machado throws a body kick that misses.
Filth throws an ugly left hook that misses #KD2#
and Machado counters with a head kick that drops Filth to the mat! Filth scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC2#Filth is rocked!
Machado drops Filth with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Filth! Machado dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 79     
Date:   Aug 18, 2021
#R1#
Machado throws a hook but McGuire avoids it easily.
Machado throws a leg kick that is checked
and McGuire counters with a leg kick.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Machado misses with a left hand #CL2#
and McGuire counters by clinching up.
A quick uppercut on the inside from McGuire.
Machado blocks a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Machado's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McGuire lands with a right to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McGuire.
Machado misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGuire.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow.
McGuire tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Machado lands a body punch in the clinch.
Machado misses with a body punch.
McGuire lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGuire.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGuire. #T1#
A short right from McGuire on the inside.
McGuire doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McGuire blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Machado.
A head punch on the inside from Machado fails to land.
Machado lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
Machado swings wildly with an uppercut but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
A shot in the inside from McGuire.
Machado presses McGuire against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McGuire working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Machado fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McGuire lands with a left to the head.
Machado fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs.
Machado swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McGuire.
McGuire working aggressively here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Machado controls the action. #T2#
Machado tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McGuire goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs.
Machado lands an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Machado.
Machado can't find room to land a body shot as McGuire controls the action.
Machado lands a right hand that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
A shot in the inside from Machado.
Machado lands a right hand that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Machado swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Machado.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
McGuire successfully pulls guard.
McGuire keeping full guard, as Machado tries to pass.
McGuire looking to control. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McGuire is on top in guard. #REVB#
McGuire won't allow Machado to sweep him here.
McGuire pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Machado is keeping the position for now.
Machado has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Machado keeping full guard, as McGuire tries to pass.
Machado working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McGuire.
Machado has control of McGuire's left arm, preventing McGuire from doing any damage.
McGuire in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Landon McGuire 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#
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire avoids the body shot from Machado.
Machado on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Decent striking displayed by McGuire there.
Machado slips under a jab from McGuire.
Nice cross by Machado.#CUT#It looks like Landon McGuire has been cut.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
McGuire tries to clinch but Machado moves out of range.
Machado is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from McGuire.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado cracks McGuire with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on McGuire's shoulder, as McGuire tries to avoid the shot.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A lazy left from Machado finds it's target.#T1#
McGuire gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McGuire misses with a leg kick.
McGuire misses with a series of wild punches.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Machado explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
McGuire takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
Machado chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Machado lands a nice shot that snaps McGuire's head back.
Machado looks to land a body kick but McGuire moved away.#T2##CL2#
McGuire has closed the distance and engaged Machado in a clinch.
A short right from Machado on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGuire blocks a body shot from Machado.
McGuire working aggressively here.
Machado tries to work over McGuire's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Machado has a couple of punches blocked by McGuire.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
Machado lands a left hand that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Machado.
Machado working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Machado lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
Machado blocks a body shot from McGuire.
Machado misses with the head strike.
A short left from Machado.
McGuire stalling against the cage.
Machado lands a left hand.
Machado is working McGuire over against the cage.#T3#
McGuire misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Machado.
Machado lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McGuire stalling in the clinch but Machado improves position.
Machado lands a right hand.
Wanderson Machado has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Machado tries to work over McGuire's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Machado lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Machado fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but Machado avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
McGuire throws a head punch that misses.
McGuire misses with the head strike.
Machado blocking some punches.
Machado avoiding damage.
Machado gets through McGuire's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Machado tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
A short right from Machado.
Machado lands a right hand that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado blocking some punches.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGuire.
Machado lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Machado struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands.
McGuire doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGuire blocks a body shot from Machado.
McGuire misses with a punch to the body.
Machado doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Machado lands a body punch.
Machado working aggressively here.
McGuire takes a shot to the head.
McGuire lands a nice uppercut.
Machado can't find room to land a body shot as McGuire controls the action.
Machado is leaning against McGuire and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Machado misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Machado.
McGuire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McGuire tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Machado is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
McGuire tries to work over Machado's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGuire displaying some good clinch control by pressing Machado up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
An inside leg kick from McGuire misses.
Machado scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McGuire throws a head kick that misses
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire tries to score with a low kick but Machado moves his leg out of the way.
Machado throws a right and a left that both miss.
McGuire with a hook.
A head kick misses from Machado.
Machado tries to land a front kick but McGuire steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McGuire follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuire misses with a straight right.
Machado pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGuire appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
McGuire scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Machado scores with a nice body kick.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado throws a jab but it's blocked by McGuire.
A slapping body kick lands there for McGuire.
McGuire throws a nice inside leg kick.
McGuire moves out of range of the strikes.
McGuire works the jab nicely.
Machado swinging wildly here.
Machado lands with a thumping leg kick.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
McGuire punishes Machado's body with a nice straight punch.
A big left from McGuire misses.
McGuire waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McGuire can do to turn this around?
McGuire misses with a low kick.
Nice body kick there by Machado.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGuire. #CL2#
McGuire moves into the clinch.#T3#
Machado misses with some punches.
Machado trying to stall but McGuire improves his position.
McGuire stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Machado lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
McGuire takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Machado throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Machado tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Machado back against the cage.
Machado misses with the head strike.
Machado tries a body shot but McGuire blocks it.
McGuire prevents a body shot from Machado.
Machado lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McGuire backwards.
Machado lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McGuire backwards. #BC#
Machado's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Machado lands with a good body shot.
McGuire throws a poor cross that misses
and Machado counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McGuire chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Machado can pounce on him.
McGuire throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Machado lands an overhand right.
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!
McGuire tries to land a body kick
and Machado counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McGuire lands an overhand right.
Machado slips under a jab from McGuire.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McGuire fails with a takedown attempt.
Machado lands a nice leg kick that just misses McGuire's sensitive parts.
McGuire misses with a leg kick
and Machado counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wanderson Machado showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Machado has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 72     
Date:   Jul 14, 2021
#R1#
Kazuma lands with an uppercut that bounces Machado off the cage and back into range.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado loads up on a big right hand but Kazuma slips the punch.
Kazuma scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kazuma looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.#CL2#
Kazuma moves into the clinch.
Machado throws a punch but it's blocked by Kazuma. #BC2#
Kazuma's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kazuma swings widly with a right hand
and Machado makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Kazuma moves out of range as Machado throws a body kick.
Machado takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kazuma moves out of range of the body kick from Machado.
A little jabbing left from Kazuma on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Machado has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Zoo in the buildup to the fight.
Kazuma misses with a looping left.
Kazuma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice shot lands for Kazuma.
Machado tests Kazuma's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Machado moves away from the strike by Kazuma. #T1##KD2#
Kazuma feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Machado sprawling to the canvas! Machado rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Kazuma finish him?! #ROC2#Machado is rocked!#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
Machado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kazuma jabbing away but nothing is landing. #KD2#
Kazuma drops Machado with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Machado looks back up at him and smiles so Kazuma waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Oh Machado is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado leaves his chin hanging out and Kazuma seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Machado 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 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kiryu Kazuma!
Kiryu Kazuma is the new middleweight champion!
After the fight, Kiryu Kazuma was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 64     
Date:   Jun 05, 2021
#R1#
Matsuda throws the left hand but Machado avoids the punch easily.
Machado throws a body punch but Matsuda moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Machado. Matsuda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Matsuda let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Matsuda was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
Machado leaves Matsuda with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Matsuda connects with a nice looking jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matsuda stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Machado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Matsuda.
Matsuda looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Matsuda digs a good hook to Machado's body. #T1#
Matsuda takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wanderson Machado is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A telegraphed right hand from Matsuda misses the target.
Machado throws a body punch but Matsuda moves out of range.
Matsuda throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
As Matsuda tries to get set, Machado tries to push him back and clinch up but Matsuda manages to avoid the attempt.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Matsuda.
Machado on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Matsuda comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A jab from Machado misses.
Matsuda misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Machado counters with a low kick, right behind Matsuda 's knee.
Jab from Matsuda.
Matsuda swings for the body but Machado moves out of range. #T2#
Matsuda ducks right into an uppercut from Machado. #CUT#It looks like Tanaka Matsuda has been cut.
Matsuda shoots in but no luck this time.
Machado walks into a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matsuda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Machado swings for the body but Matsuda moves out of range.
Matsuda tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Matsuda ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado moves away from the strike by Matsuda.
Matsuda is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Machado closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Machado with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Matsuda throws a looping overhand right but Machado ducks down to avoid it.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice defenses there by Matsuda.#T3#
Matsuda lands an overhand right.
Matsuda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tanaka Matsuda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Matsuda shoots in and bounces Machado off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Machado looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Matsuda postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Matsuda lands a couple of digs.
Machado is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at The Zoo that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Matsuda is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Machado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Matsuda's guard. #REVR#
Machado is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4##SUB2#
Matsuda looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Machado passes into half guard.
Matsuda wants to get back to full guard.
Well, if Machado is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB2#
Matsuda actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Matsuda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tanaka Matsuda dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tanaka Matsuda's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Machado moves out of range as Matsuda strikes.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Machado digs a good hook to Matsuda's body.
Machado walks into a stiff left hand from Matsuda.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Matsuda's head backwards.
Machado slips under a jab.
Machado swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Matsuda lands a jab to Machado's midsection.
Machado with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
That kick from Machado tenderised Matsuda's leg. Matsuda is trying to keep his angry face on.
Matsuda throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Machado listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Matsuda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
Machado slips a straight right by Matsuda.
Nice sprawl there from Machado as Matsuda shoots in.
It looked like Machado was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Machado stuffs the takedown.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Matsuda misses with a shot to the body
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Matsuda lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Matsuda keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Machado lands a body shot.
A shot to the liver by Matsuda. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Matsuda misses the shot to the body.
Machado scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big right from Machado misses.
Matsuda slips under a jab.
Machado's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Machado duly obliges.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Matsuda.
Matsuda misses with a hook #KD#
and Machado counters with a crisp right hand that drops Matsuda! Machado lets Matsuda back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Matsuda is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Tanaka Matsuda's cut even more.
Matsuda takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Matsuda is still on wobbly legs! Can Machado finish him?
Machado throws a hook but Matsuda blocks it.
And Matsuda tries to counter it with a takedown but Machado pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Machado throws a monster overhand right that drops Matsuda! Machado follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Wanderson Machado 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 58     
Date:   May 08, 2021
#R1#
McGuire misses with a body shot.
McGuire backing away here, and Machado unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
McGuire keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McGuire misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McGuire throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McGuire takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A lazy body kick from McGuire
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Landon McGuire has been cut.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but McGuire is just out of range.
Machado bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McGuire's head backwards.
Machado has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.#KD2#
Machado cracks McGuire with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! McGuire looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Machado finish him? #ROC2#McGuire is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fight stays on the outside here - McGuire looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Machado closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T1#
Machado throws a lazy right hand but McGuire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Machado cracks McGuire with an open hand slap.
Machado fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McGuire on the side of the head.
Oh McGuire is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Machado misses with a hook.
McGuire seems to have got his legs back now.
Decent striking displayed by Machado there.
Machado takes a swing at McGuire's ribcage but misses.
Wanderson Machado is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGuire throws a leg kick that is checked
and Machado counters with a nice kick to the body.
McGuire throws a leg kick that is checked#KD2#
and Machado counters with a nice right hand that sends McGuire toppling to the canvas! McGuire scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Machado finish him?!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McGuire misses the shot to the body.
Nice cross by McGuire.
McGuire uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Machado connects with a leg kick. #T2#
Machado takes one to the side of the head.
Machado swings for the body but McGuire moves out of range.
McGuire looks to land a combination. Machado sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
McGuire is looking to clinch.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McGuire throws a right and a left that Machado avoids nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Machado misses.
McGuire throws a right hand that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A nice side step and Machado releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
McGuire wants to clinch up but Machado keeps it at a distance.
Machado slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.#CL#
McGuire closes the distance and clinches.
McGuire tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Machado struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McGuire.
McGuire tries to throw a body punch but Machado avoids it by throwing McGuire back against the cage.
Machado struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands.
McGuire fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
McGuire has picked Machado up - he's going for a ride! McGuire dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
McGuire missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Machado is controlling McGuire's trapped leg to prevent McGuire from advancing to side control.
Machado blocking the ground and pound attempt from McGuire.
Machado is doing well to control the position and prevent McGuire from advancing to side control.
McGuire is thwarting Machado's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Machado is looking to improve his position.
Machado 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.
McGuire trying to pass the guard but Machado defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado is looking to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Landon McGuire's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Machado drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McGuire looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Machado is trying to counter with his kicks.
McGuire throws a leg kick
and Machado counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McGuire connects with a crisp jab.
McGuire cracks Machado with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McGuire throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
A countering left hand to the body from Machado misses.
Machado fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGuire manages to avoid it.
Machado misses with a body shot.
McGuire is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
McGuire closes the distance looking to clinch
and Machado counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danga de danga de dang - McGuire scores with a four punch combination!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
McGuire throws a nice head kick! #T1#
McGuire slips a straight right by Machado.
McGuire takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Landon McGuire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Wanderson Machado seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Machado takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McGuire connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
McGuire plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
McGuire takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nice uppercut there from Machado.
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGuire throws out the jab.
McGuire wants to clinch up but Machado keeps it at a distance.
McGuire throws a low kick, looking for Machado's leg but Machado calmly moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow Machado down.
McGuire thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Machado takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A clash of legs there as McGuire blocks the low kick.
McGuire scores with a jab to the body.
Machado is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McGuire rather than just go for the knockout.
A low kick from McGuire is predictable there
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#Landon McGuire's cut is getting worse.
McGuire misses with a low kick.
A big right from Machado misses.
McGuire changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McGuire throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a body kick.
Machado scores with a jab to the jaw.
McGuire swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McGuire just misses with a punch to the body.
Machado showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McGuire.
Machado fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McGuire looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
Machado digs a good body shot into McGuire's ribs.#CL#
McGuire moves into range and clinches up with Machado.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire lands with a short shot to the head.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McGuire misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Machado working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McGuire lands with a short shot to the head.
McGuire lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Machado backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Machado.
A short right from Machado.
McGuire takes a shot to the head.
McGuire can't find room to land a body shot as Machado controls the action.
McGuire struggles to land a body shot inside as Machado controls his hands.
Machado misses with a punch on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from McGuire on the inside. #T4#
Machado lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Machado blocks a body shot from McGuire.
McGuire swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McGuire lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McGuire.
McGuire is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Machado is keeping busy.
A right handed body shot lands from Machado.
McGuire blocking some punches.
Machado is working McGuire over against the cage.
Machado swings wildly with an uppercut but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Machado creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
McGuire blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Machado lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Machado doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Still in the clinch, Machado scores with a nice short uppercut.
McGuire misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Landon McGuire'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#
Machado slips a jab and a cross from McGuire.
McGuire sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
McGuire tries to clinch but Machado is having none of it.
McGuire misses with a kick to the body
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#KD2#
Machado feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends McGuire sprawling to the canvas! McGuire rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Machado finish him?!
Machado lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in McGuire - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Machado!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado is the new middleweight champion!
Wanderson Machado 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 49     
Date:   Mar 20, 2021
#R1#
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marka.
Machado feints and then cracks Marka's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Marka down.
Marka throws a poor cross that misses
and Machado counters with a left to the body.
Machado looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Marka scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Machado tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marka misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a left to the body.
We've been told by Machado's head coaches at The Zoo that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Marka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Machado throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Marka counter with a right hand.
Marka wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Machado moves out of range of the strikes.
Marka throws a looping overhand right but Machado ducks down to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#CL2#
Marka clinches up against the cage.#T1#
Marka doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Marka tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Machado avoids it.
Marka tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Marka connects with a nasty looking knee right to Machado's face. #CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Machado misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marka lands with a left to the head.
Machado is pushing Marka up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Marka tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Marka unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Marka throws a head punch that misses.
Marka looking to throw knees to the head but Machado is blocking nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marka.
Machado lands a right hand.
Marka looking to throw knees to the head but Machado is blocking nicely.
Machado is trying to push Marka away but Marka has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Marka connects with a knee to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A nice left hand lands by Machado.
Machado on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Marka misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Machado has a couple of punches blocked by Marka.
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Marka tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Marka blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Machado misses with the head strike.
Marka doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Marka landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Marka lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Marka working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Machado doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Machado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Marka tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Machado working aggressively here.
Marka throws a head punch that misses.
Marka tries a knee to the head but Machado blocks it.
Marka tries to land a knee to the head but Machado blocks with his arms.
Machado on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Machado misses with a body punch.
Marka lands a knee to the head.
Marka with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marka's elbow. #T3#
A short left from Machado.
Machado swings wildly with an uppercut but Marka uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marka lands a knee to the head.
Marka with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Marka misses with a hook to the ribs.
Machado pushes Marka back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Marka looks winded!
Marka tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Machado scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Machado manages to break the clinch.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marka throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slapping leg kick lands for Machado.
Marka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Marka has his takedown stuffed
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado scores with a decent looking hook.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#KD#
Machado drops Marka with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Marka looks back up at him and smiles so Machado waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Marka is rocked!
Marka tries to get into range but Machado steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Marka! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Machado scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderson Machado!
After winning the bout, Wanderson Machado thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Luka Marka was interviewed post fight and said 'Luka Marka took an IQ test today and scored 112.'.

 

Event: SPPS 38 - Welterweight Clash     
Date:   Jan 27, 2021
#R1#
Hirst uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
As Machado tries to get set, Hirst tries to push him back and clinch up but Machado manages to avoid the attempt.
Machado lands a nice hook to Hirst's body. Hirst takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hirst looks to throw the jab but Machado is out of range.
Machado looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hirst lands with a kick to the temple. Machado shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Machado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hirst appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nice cross by Hirst.
Hirst scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Hirst to counter with a crisp jab.
Hirst lands with a right hand.
Machado on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hirst misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T1#
Hirst looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Hirst comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hirst is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hirst.
Machado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hirst.
Machado only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Nyah Hirst seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Machado looks to land a right hand but Hirst moved out of range.
Hirst throws a poor cross that misses
and Hirst takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hirst thumps Machado with a low kick.
Hirst walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Machado lands a nice shot that snaps Hirst's head back.
Hirst misses with a right hand
and Machado counters with a nice body shot. #T2#
Hirst scoring well with a low kick there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hirst on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CL#
Hirst moves into the clinch successfully.
Hirst misses with a punch to the body.
Machado lands a left hand.
Hirst swings wildly with an uppercut but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hirst lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Machado looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hirst misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hirst goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hirst misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hirst tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Machado lands a nice uppercut.
Machado lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Machado blocking some punches. #T3#
Hirst tries to work over Machado's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Machado blocks an uppercut.
Hirst tries a body shot but Machado blocks it.
Hirst throws a head punch that misses.
Machado blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hirst blocking some punches.
Hirst swings wildly with an uppercut but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hirst swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Hirst. #BC#
Hirst breaks the clinch.
Hirst throws the kick towards the body but Machado avoids it.
Hirst scores with a jab to the jaw.
Machado misses with a kick to the body.
Machado misses with a hook. Hirst ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Hirst lands with a straight right. Machado didn't see that one coming.
Machado tries to land a body kick
and Hirst counters with a nice uppercut.
Hirst misses with a head kick.
Machado avoids the body shot from Hirst.
Machado missing with a left hand there. Hirst was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hirst misses with a body shot.
Hirst moves out of range as Machado strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado pushes Hirst away with a front kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Machado crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Hirst - the referee stops the clock and Machado gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Hirst. Machado manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Machado chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hirst can pounce on him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nyah Hirst dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Hirst fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Machado checks it well.
Hirst pushes Machado away with a front kick.
Machado defending well as Hirst loads up on a big left hand.
Hirst plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Machado rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hirst makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Machado throws a leg kick
and Hirst counters with a one-two to the body.
Machado's corner calls for a 1-2. Machado obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hirst.
Machado is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hirst with a body shot.
Hirst thows a leg kick but Machado checks it
and Machado counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hirst looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado checks the leg kick.#T1#
Hirst lands with an overhand left.
Machado connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Nyah Hirst has been cut.
Hirst throws a lazy right hand but Machado sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hirst throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Machado.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hirst.
Hirst turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hirst tries to land a front kick but Machado steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Machado flicks out a counter leg kick but Hirst steps away.
Machado takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hirst tried to counter with a leg kick but Machado avoided it.#T2#
Jab, jab by Machado - just one landing.
Hirst misses with an uppercut.
Hirst loads up on a big right hand but Machado slips the punch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Machado! But no joy.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hirst motions for Machado to come forward. Hirst throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Machado throws out a counter right but Hirst avoids it with no problem.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirst moves in looking to clinch but Machado pushes him off.
Hirst throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Hirst throws a series of strikes that have Machado backpedaling.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hirst.#T3#
Hirst connects with a body shot.
Machado misses with a straight right.
Hirst throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Machado appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Machado throws a body kick that misses.
Machado misses with a looping right.
Hirst lands a nice leg kick that just misses Machado's sensitive parts.
Nyah Hirst is winning the standup battle so far.
Machado throws a poor cross that misses
and Hirst counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hirst just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body kick there by Hirst.
Hirst swings away with a body shot that misses
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Machado misses with an uppercut.
Hirst takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Machado checks a low kick from Hirst.
Machado looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Machado scores with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Machado thuds a left hand into Hirst's body.
Hirst comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hirst throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hirst takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
Machado steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Machado misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nyah Hirst dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Hirst's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Hirst fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Machado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hirst scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Hirst crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Machado - the referee stops the clock and Hirst gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Machado. Hirst manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Hirst throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Machado looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Machado blocks the body kick.
Machado looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hirst on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hirst needs to keep his hands up - Machado had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirst defending well as Machado loads up on a big left hand.
A slow jab from Hirst misses its intended target.
Machado misses with an uppercut. Hirst saw that one coming.#T1#
Hirst is looking to slow Machado down with leg kicks.
Machado tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hirst misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a nice uppercut.
Hirst throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little jabbing left from Machado on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Machado connects with a jab.
Machado blocks a low kick nicely.
Machado misses with a body punch
and Hirst counters with a big head kick but Machado shrugs it off.
Machado digs a good body shot into Hirst's ribs.
Hirst uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Wanderson Machado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Hirst doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hirst lands a really nice looking cross but Machado 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!
Machado takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Machado walks into a jab.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#KD2#
Machado lands a big uppercut and Hirst crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Hirst looks OK. Machado waves Hirst back to his feet!#ROC2#Hirst is rocked!
Machado looks to throw the jab but Hirst is out of range.
Oh Hirst is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hirst moves away from the strike by Machado.
Machado looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Machado fails to land with a series of punches.
It looked like Hirst wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3#
Hirst throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Machado was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hirst seems to have got his legs back now.
Machado's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hirst misses with a leg kick
and Machado counters with a crisp right that sends Hirst to the canvas! Machado follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Our winner, Wanderson Machado, 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: SPPS 32 - Christmas Hangover     
Date:   Dec 26, 2020
#R1#
McGuire throws a series of punches but Machado avoids them all with ease.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
Machado steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McGuire.
Machado misses with a body kick.
McGuire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
A jab from McGuire finds it's way through Machado's defenses.
A bone on bone clash there as Machado blocks the leg kick.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on McGuire's shoulder, as McGuire tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
McGuire clinches up against the cage.
A shot in the inside from McGuire.
A right hand to the body from Machado.
McGuire blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
McGuire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Machado definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
McGuire misses with a body punch
and Machado counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Machado connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
McGuire changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Machado looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T1#
McGuire throws a strike aimed at the side of Machado's head but Machado avoids it well.
McGuire postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
McGuire scoring with punches from side control.
Machado might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
McGuire trying to control the action but Machado is working from the bottom.
Machado is looking to regain half guard here but McGuire keeps moving and retains side control.
Machado defending against the ground and pound.
McGuire wants to control but Machado is keeping him busy. #T2#
McGuire advances to mount.
McGuire wants to control the pace but Machado is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Machado is trying desperately to improve position.
McGuire looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Machado is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Machado blocking the ground and pound. #T3#
Machado tries to lock up and control but McGuire gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
McGuire trying to control but he's not successful this time.
McGuire is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
McGuire wants to finish this one by submission but Machado is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from McGuire.
McGuire throwing strikes here but Machado is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
McGuire throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Machado because McGuire loaded up on that one. #T4#
McGuire looking to control but Machado is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
McGuire is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Machado can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
McGuire misses with a head shot.
McGuire thowing shots but they're missing.
Poor strikes thrown by McGuire there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
McGuire controlling his opponent.
McGuire looking to control but Machado is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
McGuire landing shots from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Landon McGuire dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
McGuire throws a low kick, looking for Machado's leg but Machado calmly moves out of range.
Machado throws a lazy right hand but McGuire sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McGuire throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.
McGuire moves away from the strike by Machado.
McGuire looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McGuire takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for McGuire. That snapped Machado's head back.
McGuire tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Machado manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Machado keeps the fight on the outside.
It looked like Machado wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Machado misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado avoids the body shot from McGuire.
McGuire tries to close the distance and clinch up but Machado swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Machado takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McGuire uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T1#
McGuire misses with a hook. Machado ducked under it nicely.
McGuire slips under a jab.
McGuire is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
McGuire lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
McGuire staying out of range there.
Machado jabs McGuire to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Machado is really struggling to find his range with his punches. McGuire's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.#TD2#
McGuire drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
McGuire passes into half guard.
Machado is looking to improve his position.
McGuire throwing shots but Machado is blocking nicely.
Machado trying to control but McGuire postures up. #T2#
McGuire wants to lay and pray for a moment but Machado keeps working.
McGuire missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McGuire wants to lay and pray for a moment but Machado keeps working.
McGuire is taking a breather. Machado says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Landon McGuire has got the better of the ground game so far.
The fighters are battling for position here. Machado manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire trying to control the position from guard on top but Machado is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
McGuire looking to sit in guard and control but Machado gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
McGuire keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
McGuire is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Machado wants to control from the top but McGuire keeps moving. #SUB2#
McGuire looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McGuire has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
McGuire is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Machado is aware though and is defending well.
Machado trying to control but McGuire is working from the bottom.
McGuire trying to keep a closed guard but Machado is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
McGuire moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McGuire has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Machado lands with an uppercut that bounces McGuire off the cage and back into range.
McGuire buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Landon McGuire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
McGuire throws a front kick aimed at Machado's knee but Machado avoids it well.
McGuire throws a nice outside leg kick.
Machado stuffs the takedown.
A bone on bone clash there as McGuire blocks the leg kick.
McGuire jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
Nice body punch from Machado.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McGuire misses with a hook
and Machado counters with a leg kick.
Machado lands with a hook. McGuire tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice leg kick lands there from McGuire.
Machado misses the shot to the body.
McGuire tries a quick counter leg kick but Machado is wise to it.
Machado looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado is looking to slow McGuire down with leg kicks. #T1#
McGuire walks into a jab.
McGuire misses with a straight left.
McGuire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McGuire lands an overhand right.
McGuire keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
McGuire shapes to counter with a head kick.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGuire was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
McGuire throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
McGuire takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy.
Machado throws out a loose jab but McGuire uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGuire now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
McGuire walks into a left hand.
McGuire throws out a leg kick but Machado moves out of range and McGuire only half commits.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Machado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wanderson Machado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McGuire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Machado takes one on the button.
Machado lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McGuire steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGuire attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Machado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice inside leg kick there by McGuire. That's going to slow Machado down.
McGuire misses the body punch
and Machado counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Machado blocks a low kick nicely.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Machado with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McGuire rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGuire connects with a right hand. Machado shakes it off.
Machado has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGuire.#T3#
McGuire misses with a double jab.
McGuire has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Machado.
Machado misses with a kick to the body
and McGuire counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuire takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
McGuire takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Machado lands with an uppercut that bounces McGuire off the cage and back into range.#CUT#It looks like Landon McGuire has been cut.
Machado gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McGuire wants to clinch.#T4#
Machado rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McGuire counters with a nice body kick.
McGuire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
McGuire changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGuire fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Machado chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McGuire can pounce on him.
A low kick from McGuire is predictable there
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.
McGuire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A decent looking cross lands there for McGuire.
Machado misses with a body shot
and McGuire counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McGuire stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.

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

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

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

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

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 24     
Date:   Nov 21, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Machado throws a leg kick
and Hirst counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hirst to score with a decent uppercut.
Hirst throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hirst takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Machado tries to close the distance and clinch but Hirst swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hirst slips under a jab.
Machado misses with a leg kick
and Hirst counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hirst lands a head shot.
Hirst fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hirst counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Machado thinking.
Hirst walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Machado connects with a nice looking jab. #T1#
Machado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado throws a shot to the body.
Hirst misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Machado feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hirsts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hirst jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hirst - that will leave a mark!
Hirst keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.
Machado definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Machado with a hook.
Hirst misses with an uppercut. Machado saw that one coming.
Machado fires out a quick counter leg kick but Hirst just manages to avoid it.
We've been informed that Hirst 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.
Hirst throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Machado tries to clinch up
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Machado connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hirst momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado misses with a few strikes there.
Hirst digs a good body shot into Machado's ribs.
Hirst on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hirst misses with a shot to the body
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.
Machado jabs Hirst to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Machado throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T3#
Machado closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Hirst to counter with a crisp jab.
Hirst has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hirst.
Hirst appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hirst takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hirst.
Machado fails to land with a series of punches.
Hirst avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hirst tries a quick counter leg kick but Machado is wise to it.
Hirst fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Good work by Machado as he checks the leg kick.#T4#
Hirst takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hirst takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hirst ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hirst misses the jab.
It looked like Machado was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hirst.
Machado is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Machado throws a right hand that misses
and Hirst counters with a straight right hand.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hirst throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Machado throws a leg kick
enabling Hirst to counter with a crisp jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hirst scores with a decent looking hook.
Machado lands a jab to Hirst's midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Hirst jabs Machado right on the nose. Machado blinks but takes it well.
Machado throws a body punch but Hirst moves out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Machado checks a leg kick. #CL#
Machado rushes Hirst and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Machado blocks an uppercut.
Hirst tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hirst.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
Machado blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirst working aggressively here.
Hirst trying to control the position but instead, Machado has worked for underhooks and has pushed Hirst into the cage.
Machado lands a body punch.
Machado blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hirst swings wildly with an uppercut but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Machado blocking some punches.
Hirst swings wildly with an uppercut but Machado uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Machado escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hirst fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A head kick misses from Machado.
Machado 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 big right from Machado misses.
Machado throws a jab but it's blocked by Hirst.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Hirst counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hirst takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jab by Machado.#T2#
Nice defenses there by Hirst.
Hirst was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Hirst fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Machado tries to score with a low kick but Hirst moves his leg out of the way.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Hirst counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Machado throws an off balance right hand
and Hirst counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hirst moves away from the strike by Machado.
A clash of legs there as Machado blocks the low kick.
Hirst throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hirst throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Machado.#CL#
Machado has taken the fight to the clinch. #T3#
Machado tries to work over Hirst's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hirst throws a punch but it's blocked by Machado.
Machado throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Machado.
Machado working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Machado lands a right hand.
Hirst lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Machado swings wildly with an uppercut but Hirst uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Hirst fails to land.
Hirst misses with a hook to the ribs.
Machado misses with the head strike.
Machado lands with a right to the head.
Machado blocking some punches.
Hirst lands a shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Machado.
Machado lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hirst backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Machado.
Machado pushes Hirst back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado scores with a hook to the body.
Machado throws a head punch that misses.
Hirst blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Machado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hirst blocking some punches.
Machado lands a shoulder strike.
Hirst tries to throw a body punch but Machado avoids it by throwing Hirst back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hirst.
Machado scores with a nice hook to the head.
Machado blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hirst.
Hirst lands a right hand that snaps the head of Machado backwards.
Hirst goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hirst blocks an uppercut.
Hirst gets through Machado's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Machado throws a head punch that misses.
Hirst lands a nice uppercut.
Machado has a couple of punches blocked by Hirst.
Machado softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Wanderson Machado will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Hirst misses with a straight left.
Machado feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Hirst scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Machado connects with a body shot that sends Hirst's belly button to the back.
An inside leg kick from Hirst misses.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Hirst moved out of range nicely.
Hirst avoids the body shot from Machado.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hirst.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado lands the left hand.
Hirst ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
Hirst throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.#T1#
Hirst thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Machado takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A jab from Hirst finds it's way through Machado's defenses.
Machado throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Machado throws a right hand that Hirst ducks under and follows up with a left that Hirst also avoids with ease.
Machado moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hirst missing with a left hand there. Machado was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hirst blocks a jab.
Machado throws a right hand that misses
and Hirst counters with a right hand to the body.
Machado misses with a lunging right hand
and Hirst counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T2#
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Hirst is just out of range.
And Hirst responds with a good body kick, but Machado manages to step out the way in time.
Machado misses with an uppercut
and Hirst cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Machado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hirst lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirst slips under a jab from Machado.
Machado misses the jab.
Machado throws a leg kick
enabling Hirst to counter with a crisp jab.
Hirst takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Machado closes the distance and pushes Hirst back into the cage.#T3#
Hirst misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hirst.
Machado struggles to land a body shot inside as Hirst controls his hands.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hirst.
Hirst lands a shoulder strike.
Hirst prevents a body shot from Machado.
Hirst is struggling to control the position.
Hirst misses with a hook from the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Hirst.
Machado swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Machado misses with the head strike.
Machado lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hirst backwards.
Hirst throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Machado.
Hirst misses with a punch to the body.
Hirst lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Machado misses with the head strike.
Machado lands a body punch. #T4#
Machado throws a punch but it's blocked by Hirst.
Hirst misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice body punch from Hirst - that landed with a thud.
Hirst scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Machado on the inside.
Machado misses with a short punch on the inside.
Machado misses with some punches.
Hirst misses with a body punch. #BC#
Machado breaks from the clinch.
The fighters circling - Machado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Hirst was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hirst misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Machado counters with a straight right hand.
Hirst stuns Machado with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Machado rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hirst connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hirst moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nyah Hirst really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Hirst feints and then cracks Machado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Machado down.
Machado misses with a hook
and Hirst counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Machado throws the kick towards the body but Hirst avoids it.
Hirst misses with a straight right.
Hirst avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hirst is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Machado with a body shot.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hirst moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado tries to clinch up but Hirst circles away and keeps his distance.
Machado misses the jab.
Machado looks to throw the jab but Hirst is out of range.
And Hirst responds with a good body kick, but Machado manages to step out the way in time.#T1#
Hirst sizes up Machado with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A big left from Machado misses.
Machado backing away here, and Hirst unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Machado throws a combination that misses
and Hirst counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Hirst throws out a leg kick but Machado moves out of range and Hirst only half commits.
Hirst connects with a body shot that sends Machado's belly button to the back.
Machado wants to clinch but Hirst slips to the side
and Hirst counters with a stiff right hand.
Machado throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hirst on the side of the head.
Hirst misses with a body shot.
Machado misses with a hook
and Hirst counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Machado takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hirst throws a shot to the body.
A jab from Machado finds it's way through Hirst's defenses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Machado lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hirst at a distance.
Hirst swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Machado throwing a counter right hand but Hirst manages to avoid it.
Hirst rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Machado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hirst thinking.
Hirst steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Machado misses with a body punch
and Hirst counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Hirst sizes up Machado with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Hirst throws a head kick that misses.
Good leg kick by Hirst.
Machado connects with a jab.
Machado misses the jab.
Machado moves away from the strike by Hirst.
Nyah Hirst seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A big right from Machado misses.
Machado throws a predictable looking body shot
and Hirst finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Machado takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T4#
Hirst dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Machado. That did some damage!
Machado misses with a straight right.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado misses with a hook to the body
and Hirst counters with a nice body shot.
Machado takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nice shot lands for Machado.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A low kick from Hirst misses
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nyah Hirst dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Hirst takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Hirst is just out of range.
Machado's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hirst under the eye.
Hirst misses with a right hand
and Hirst takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Machado checks a leg kick nicely.
Hirst has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Machado throws a predictable looking body shot
and Hirst cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hirst tries to land a leg kick but Machado saw it coming and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
letting Hirst counter with a right hand.
Hirst misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Machado defending well as Hirst loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Machado takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hirst scores with a leg kick.
Hirst slips under a jab from Machado.
Hirst looks for the body kick but Machado saw that one coming.
Machado misses with a straight left.
Machado misses with a wild body shot.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hirst moves away.
A little jabbing left from Hirst on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Machado rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hirst makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2#
Hirst bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hirst scores with a head kick. Machado tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Hirst throws a half hearted mid kick.
Machado throws a leg kick but Hirst sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Hirst flicks out a counter leg kick but Machado steps away.
Machado swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hirst counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Machado 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.
Machado swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Machado looks to clinch
and Hirst connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirst looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T3#
Machado moves out of range as Hirst strikes.
A head kick by Hirst misses
and Machado counters with a stiff right hand.
A lazy left from Machado finds it's target.#ROC#Hirst is rocked!
Hirst throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Machado connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hirst is still on wobbly legs! Can Machado finish him?
Machado moves away from the strike by Hirst.
Hirst keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hirst! But no joy.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hirst counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hirst seems to have recovered his senses.
Machado throws a leg kick but Hirst moved away.
Machado is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T4#
Hirst slips a jab from Machado.
Machado misses with an uppercut
and Hirst counters with a right hand to the body.
Machado misses the jab.
Hirst appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hirst thumps Machado with a low kick.#CL#
Machado pushes Hirst up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Hirst escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hirst moves away.
Hirst pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Hirst looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Nyah Hirst.
I think Hirst 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 Hugh Johnson scores the fight 47:48
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 48:47
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Nyah Hirst!

Nyah Hirst is the new middleweight champion!
Nyah Hirst seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Wanderson Machado spoke after the fight, saying 'The light! The light, it blinded me!'.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 17     
Date:   Oct 17, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Machado drops his hands momentarily and Ainsworth takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ainsworth ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machado lands with a good body shot.
Ainsworth fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado takes a swing at Ainsworth's ribcage but misses.
Machado with a nice calf kick.
Machado with a jab.
Ainsworth lands the left hand.
Machado with the inside leg kick.
Machado throws a leg kick but Ainsworth moved away.
Machado lunges at Ainsworth with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ainsworth's hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice jab there from Machado.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ainsworth looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ainsworth takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses.
Machado misses the shot to the body. #T1#
That kick from Machado tenderised Ainsworth's leg. Ainsworth is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ainsworth throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Ainsworth throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ainsworth looks to land a body kick but Machado moved away.
Machado feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ainsworth moves away.
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ainsworth.
Machado throws a leg kick but Ainsworth sees it coming and moves out of range.
Machado connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ainsworth's hands.
Ainsworth misses with a body shot.
Machado slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ainsworth throws a quick inside leg kick.
A jab from Ainsworth misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Machado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ainsworth checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Machado throws a hook but Ainsworth avoids it easily.
Wilfred Ainsworth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ainsworth takes a swing at Machado's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Ainsworth tried to score with a low kick but Machado checks it.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Machado definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Machado misses with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado with a nice calf kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Machado checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ainsworth slips a straight right by Machado.
Nice uppercut there from Machado.
Ainsworth misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ainsworth thinking.
Ainsworth slips under a jab from Machado.
Machado scores with a hook.
Machado cracks a nice hook into Ainsworth's ribs.
Ainsworth is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Machado rather than just go for the knockout.
Ainsworth misses with a shot to the body
and Machado counters with a nice body kick.
Ainsworth has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Ainsworth misses with a low kick.
Machado walks forward, straight into a front kick from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth scores with a crisp jab that stopped Machado in his tracks.
Machado takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Machado looks to land a right hand but Ainsworth moved out of range.
Ainsworth throws out a counter right but Machado avoids it with no problem.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Machado misses with an uppercut
and Ainsworth counters with a leg kick.
Machado lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Ainsworth moved out of range nicely.
Ainsworth lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Machado at a distance.
Ainsworth tries a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Machado has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Machado there as he acknowledges the shot.
Machado slips under a jab from Ainsworth.
Machado misses with a straight left.
Machado blocks a head kick by Ainsworth.
Machado appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ainsworth throws a chopping leg kick but Machado manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Ainsworth moved out of range nicely.
Ainsworth ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado checks a low kick from Ainsworth.#T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Machado.
Ainsworth's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Machado connects with a body shot that sends Ainsworth's belly button to the back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado feints and then cracks Ainsworth's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ainsworth down.
Ainsworth has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Machado.
Machado walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ainsworth looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Ainsworth walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ainsworth throws the kick towards the body but Machado avoids it.
Ainsworth looks to throw the jab but Machado is out of range.
Machado is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Machado takes a swing at Ainsworth's ribcage but misses.
Ainsworth blocks a leg kick.
Machado works Ainsworth's body with a nice hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ainsworth avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ainsworth was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
The fighters circling - Ainsworth throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ainsworth with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Machado tried to score with a low kick but Ainsworth checks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Machado moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ainsworth swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ainsworth ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ainsworth ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Ainsworth throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Machado throws a body shot but no joy.
Ainsworth lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Machado at a distance.
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ainsworth.
Machado throws a hook but Ainsworth avoids it easily.
Ainsworth cracks Machado with a good jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ainsworth lands a jab to Machado's midsection.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Ainsworth needs to keep his hands up - Machado had a free shot at his head there.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ainsworth checks a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado misses with a leg kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Ainsworth might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Machado has got the better of the exchanges.#T1#
Machado moves out of range of the leg kick from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ainsworth slips under a jab.
Ainsworth looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ainsworth pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ainsworth throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ainsworth can do to turn this around?
Machado buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Machado scores with a hook.
Ainsworth avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ainsworth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Ainsworth.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ainsworth.
Machado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth throws a lazy uppercut
and Machado counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Machado on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ainsworth. Ainsworth obviously looking to wear him down.
Ainsworth looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Machado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ainsworth checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T2#
Ainsworth lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Machado at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ainsworth throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
Ainsworth thows a leg kick but Machado checks it
enabling Machado to counter with a crisp jab.
Ainsworth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Ainsworth.
Machado blocks a low kick nicely.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Machado misses the jab.
Ainsworth throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
Machado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ainsworth counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Machado lands with a straight right. Ainsworth didn't see that one coming.
Ainsworth checks a leg kick nicely.
Ainsworth turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ainsworth takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A jab from Machado misses.
Ainsworth misses with a looping right.
Wanderson Machado is winning the standup battle so far.
Machado throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ainsworth sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Ainsworth avoids the body shot from Machado.
Machado catches Ainsworth with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A low kick lands for Machado.
Ainsworth motions for Machado to come forward. Ainsworth throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ainsworth looks to land a left hand but Machado moved out of range nicely.
Ainsworth avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ainsworth scores with a leg kick.
Machado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machado checks a low kick from Ainsworth.
Machado appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Machado tests Ainsworth's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Machado checks a leg kick nicely.
Ainsworth throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Ainsworth misses with a hook to the body
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ainsworth avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ainsworth throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T4#
Decent striking displayed by Machado there.
Machado checks a low kick from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth's corner calls for a 1-2. Ainsworth obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ainsworth misses with a hook.
A counter left hand to the body from Machado misses its target.
A slow jab from Machado misses its intended target.
It seemed like Ainsworth was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ainsworth fails to land with a series of punches.
Machado displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ainsworth throws out the jab.
Machado jabs at Ainsworth's body.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Ainsworth moved out of range nicely.
Ainsworth throws a leg kick
and Machado counters with an outside leg kick.
Machado digs a good hook to Ainsworth's body.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ainsworth was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
Ainsworth on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Machado scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ainsworth in his tracks.
Machado avoids the head kick by Ainsworth.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
A shot to the liver by Ainsworth. Beautiful body shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Machado blocks the leg kick.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ainsworth fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
Ainsworth tries a low kick but Machado avoids it.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Ainsworth's shoulder, as Ainsworth tries to avoid the shot.
Ainsworth lets loose with a powerful body kick. Machado will feel that in the morning.
Ainsworth gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Machado. That's going to slow Ainsworth down.
Ainsworth misses with a straight left.
Machado misses with an uppercut
and Ainsworth counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ainsworth staying out of range there.
Ainsworth lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Ainsworth misses.
Ainsworth slips a jab from Machado.
Machado uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ainsworth has time to react.
Ainsworth looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Machado avoids the body shot from Ainsworth.
A leg kick checked by Machado.
Machado misses with a hook
and Ainsworth counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Machado 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 Ainsworth has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ainsworth and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ainsworth looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ainsworth misses with an attempted mid kick.
Machado with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ainsworth takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ainsworth throws a body kick that misses.
Ainsworth has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ainsworth misses with a looping right.
Ainsworth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ainsworth throws a jab but it's blocked by Machado.
Ainsworth with a hook.
Ainsworth moves forwards but Machado connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ainsworth looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
An inside leg kick from Machado misses. #T2#
Ainsworth throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Machado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ainsworth throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Machado throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Ainsworth on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Machado swings for the body but Ainsworth moves out of range.
Machado misses with a straight left.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A low kick lands for Ainsworth.
Ainsworth throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
Machado lands a head shot.
Ainsworth tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ainsworth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ainsworth looks to land a right hand but Machado moved out of range.
Machado scores with a nice right hand.
Ainsworth ducks under a wild hook from Machado.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ainsworth was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
Machado tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T3#
Machado misses with a looping right.
Ainsworth misses with a low kick.
Machado takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
That kick from Ainsworth tenderised Machado's leg. Machado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ainsworth fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Machado is out of range.
Ainsworth misses with a hook
and Machado counters with a nice leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Machado checks a leg kick.
Ainsworth takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ainsworth connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ainsworth lands with a thumping leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ainsworth.
Machado connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ainsworth tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Machado blocks a leg kick.#T4#
Machado throws a leg kick which misses Ainsworth's front leg but catches the back leg as Ainsworth tries to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Ainsworth's shoulder, as Ainsworth tries to avoid the shot.
Ainsworth ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machado with a nice calf kick.
Machado fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Ainsworth is out of range.
Ainsworth avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Machado throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ainsworth stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Machado dodges the punch combination from Ainsworth.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado lands with a shot to the body.
Ainsworth walks into a stiff left hand from Machado.
Ainsworth is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
A telegraphed right hand from Ainsworth misses the target.
Ainsworth misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Wanderson Machado did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Machado's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Machado throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ainsworth just misses with a punch to the body.
Ainsworth tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Machado clobbers Ainsworth with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ainsworth on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ainsworth takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ainsworth pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ainsworth takes one on the button.
Machado cracks Ainsworth with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ainsworth throws a leg kick but Machado sees it coming and moves out of range.
Machado tries to work over Ainsworth's front leg with a kick but Ainsworth checks it.
Machado lands a really nice looking cross but Ainsworth seems unphased.
Ainsworth connects with a body shot that sends Machado's belly button to the back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ainsworth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.#T1#
Ainsworth blocks a leg kick.
Machado throws a shot from downtown. Ainsworth moves away and avoids it.
Ainsworth slips a straight right by Machado.
Ainsworth keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ainsworth looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A low kick lands for Machado.
Ainsworth steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Machado misses with a low kick as Ainsworth jumps back.
Machado throws out a leg kick but Ainsworth moves out of range and Machado only half commits.
Machado dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ainsworth pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Machado 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 Ainsworth has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ainsworth and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ainsworth scoring well with a low kick there.
Ainsworth will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Machado blocks a jab.#T2#
Ainsworth misses the jab.
Ainsworth clobbers Machado with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Machado takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Machado moves out of range as Ainsworth strikes.
Machado throws a leg kick
and Ainsworth counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ainsworth throws the kick towards the body but Machado avoids it.
It looked like Machado wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ainsworth lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Machado has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Machado and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A head kick misses from Machado.
Ainsworth uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Machado.
Good standup being displayed there by Ainsworth as he connects with a hook.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ainsworth looks to throw the jab but Machado is out of range.
Ainsworth misses with a hook.
Ainsworth uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.#T3#
Ainsworth throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machado sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ainsworth connects with a right hand. Machado shakes it off.
Ainsworth throws a lazy uppercut
and Machado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ainsworth thinking.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ainsworth lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Machado has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Machado and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ainsworth lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ainsworth avoids the body shot from Machado.
Ainsworth pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Ainsworth throws a looping overhand right but Machado ducks down to avoid it.
Machado jabs Ainsworth right on the nose. Ainsworth blinks but takes it well.
Machado swings for the body but Ainsworth moves out of range.
Ainsworth takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Machado tries to work over Ainsworth's front leg with a kick but Ainsworth checks it.
Ainsworth is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado. #T4#
Ainsworth misses the shot to the body.
Machado throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ainsworth on the side of the head.
Ainsworth chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Machado can pounce on him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little feinted left hand from Machado on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ainsworth is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
Ainsworth moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Machado ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Machado lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ainsworth's sensitive parts.
Ainsworth ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Machado moves away.
A combination from Ainsworth does no damage.
A good leg kick by Ainsworth.
You can see that Ainsworth has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Ainsworth tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Ainsworth.
Machado misses the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Wanderson Machado 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. 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#
Machado looks to throw the jab but Ainsworth is out of range.
Ainsworth throws the kick towards the body but Machado avoids it.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ainsworth thows a left - swing and a miss!
Machado throws out a loose jab but Ainsworth uses good head movement to avoid it.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Ainsworth is just out of range.
Ainsworth uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Ainsworth misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
Machado misses with a hook.
Machado bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ainsworth's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado misses with a left hand
enabling Ainsworth to counter with a crisp jab.
Ainsworth takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Machado is looking to score with low kicks.
Ainsworth cracks Machado with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Machado takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1#
Machado fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ainsworth has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ainsworth scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ainsworth uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
Machado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ainsworth was well out of range. Poor timing from Machado.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth throws a front kick that sends Machado stumbling back into the cage.
Ainsworth lands with a right hand.
Machado misses with a straight left.
Machado thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ainsworth is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Machado cracks Ainsworth with a good jab.
Machado moves away from the strike by Ainsworth.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ainsworth misses with a kick to the body.
Jab, jab by Machado - just one landing. #T2#
Machado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ainsworth's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ainsworth jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ainsworth misses with a looping right.
Ainsworth throws a jab but it's blocked by Machado.
Machado checks the leg kick nicely there.
Machado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Machado moves out of range as Ainsworth strikes.
Ainsworth connects with a solid leg kick.
Machado scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Machado blocks a leg kick.
Machado connects with a jab.
A clash of legs there as Machado blocks the low kick.
Machado checks a leg kick.
Ainsworth keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.#T3#
Ainsworth walks into a straight right hand from Machado.
Ainsworth avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ainsworth looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Machado, as that shot connected.
Ainsworth swings widly with a right hand
and Machado counters with an inside leg kick.
Ainsworth connects with the punch.
Machado lands with a shot to the body.
Wanderson Machado is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ainsworth fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Machado is out of range.
Machado cracks Ainsworth with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Machado throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ainsworth fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Machado throws a hook to the side of Ainsworth's head but Ainsworth sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Danga de danga de dang - Machado scores with a four punch combination!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice straight punches there by Machado. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Machado.#T4#
A big left from Machado misses.
Ainsworth takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Ainsworth's shoulder, as Ainsworth tries to avoid the shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Machado blocks the leg kick.
Machado throws an overhand right that lands on Ainsworth's shoulder, as Ainsworth tries to avoid the shot.
Ainsworth takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Machado cracks Ainsworth with a right hand to the side of the head.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ainsworth.
Ainsworth tries to land a leg kick but Machado saw it coming and moves away.
A left lands for Machado.
Machado throws a hook but Ainsworth avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Ainsworth on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Machado dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ainsworth.
Wilfred Ainsworth has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The fighters circle momentarily. Machado darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wanderson Machado showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Machado 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 Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 50:45
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 50:45
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderson Machado!

Wanderson Machado retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Wanderson Machado made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 8     
Date:   Sep 09, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Machado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fuhren moves away.
Fuhren swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Machado rushes Fuhren and presses him up against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Fuhren throws an elbow but misses.
Fuhren's coach down at The Rubber Guard Emporium was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Fuhren's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Fuhren stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Machado swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Machado scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Machado swings wildly with an uppercut but Fuhren uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fuhren cracks Machado with a nice body shot.
Machado softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Machado lands a shot to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Fuhren fails to land.
Fuhren blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fuhren creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fuhren softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fuhren working aggressively here.
Fuhren avoiding damage.
Fuhren misses with the head strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fuhren misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Machado lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fuhren backwards. #BC#
Machado manages to break the clinch. #T1#
Machado misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fuhren.
Fuhren throws a lazy right hand but Machado sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fuhren bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderson Machado has been cut.
Fuhren throws a body shot but no joy.
Machado scores with a leg kick.
Fuhren misses with a looping right.
Machado uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fuhren.
Machado misses with a shot to the body
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Machado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Fuhren misses the target. #T2#
Jab by Machado.
Fuhren misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Fuhren misses the body punch
and Machado counters with a three punch combo that has Fuhren backing up. Fuhren nods at Machado to acknowledge the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fuhren lands with a hook. Machado tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Machado stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Fuhren moves out of range of the strikes.
Machado misses with an uppercut
and Fuhren counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Machado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fuhren.
Fuhren checks the leg kick nicely there.
Machado lands with a nice body punch.
Fuhren staying out of range there.#T3#
Fuhren on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fuhren.
Fuhren throws the left hand but Machado avoids the punch easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.
A big left from Machado misses.
Machado ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fuhren swings for the body but Machado moves out of range.
Machado looks to land a left hand but Fuhren moved out of range nicely.
Fuhren connects with a body shot that sends Machado's belly button to the back.
Fuhren throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Fuhren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Machado manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Machado misses the target.#T4#
Fuhren misses with a right hand
and Machado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fuhren thinking.
Machado walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Machado misses with a leg kick
and Fuhren counters with a nice uppercut.
Machado slips under a jab from Fuhren.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fuhren.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fuhren is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Machado.
Fuhren throws a right hand that Machado ducks under and follows up with a left that Machado also avoids with ease.
Machado wants to clinch up but Fuhren keeps it at a distance.
Fuhren swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Machado lands with a good body shot.
Machado swings widly with a right hand
and Machado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Psiris Fuhren will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Machado connects with the punch.
Machado looks to throw the jab but Fuhren is out of range.
Fuhren doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Psiris Fuhren seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
A jab lands there for Fuhren.
Fuhren misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machado.
Machado slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fuhren misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado connects with a jab.
Fuhren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machado.
Machado waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fuhren.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice defenses there by Machado.#T1#
Machado moves out of range as Fuhren strikes.
Machado misses with a looping left.
Fuhren throws a shot from downtown. Machado moves away and avoids it.
Fuhren looks to score with a jab to the body but Machado is just out of range.
Fuhren scores with a jab to the body.
Machado misses with a hook.
Machado comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fuhren slips under a jab from Machado.
Fuhren throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Machado counters with a right hand to the body.
Fuhren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Machado.#T2#
Machado fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Fuhren looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Machado misses with a straight left.
Machado misses with a right hand
and Fuhren counters with a nice uppercut.
A cross from Machado lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fuhren has time to react.
Machado uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fuhren has time to react.
Fuhren misses with a body shot.
Machado ducks under a wild hook from Fuhren.
Machado avoids the body shot from Fuhren. #T3#
Machado ducks right into an uppercut from Fuhren.
Fuhren throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.
Machado lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice defenses there by Fuhren.
Machado jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Machado is looking to clinch but Fuhren is avoiding it.
Machado throws a looping overhand right but Fuhren ducks down to avoid it.
Fuhren feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Machados jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Fuhren throws the left hand but Machado avoids the punch easily.
Nice straight punches there by Machado. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Machado.#T4#
Machado walks into a stiff left hand from Fuhren.
Fuhren throws a body punch but Machado moves out of range.
Fuhren takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Fuhren bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Machado's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice cross by Machado.
Fuhren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Machado tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fuhren paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Fuhren doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fuhren just misses with a punch to the body.
A left lands for Machado.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Machado takes a swing at Fuhren's ribcage but misses.
Fuhren is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Machado with a body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Fuhren 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nice defenses there by Fuhren.
Machado throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Fuhren to counter with a crisp jab.
Fuhren throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fuhren misses with a straight right.
Machado throws a lazy uppercut
and Fuhren counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#Wanderson Machado's cut is getting worse.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Machado clinches up against the cage.
Fuhren is trying to maintain a safe position but Machado gets an underhook and turns Fuhren into the cage.
Machado scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fuhren misses with a short punch on the inside.
Machado scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Machado.
Wanderson Machado has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Fuhren lands with a light punch inside.
Fuhren tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Machado's elbow.
Machado goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fuhren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fuhren lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Fuhren escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fuhren throws a lazy right hand but Machado sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Fuhren is just out of range.
A little jabbing left from Fuhren on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Machado lands a jab to the head.
Machado moves away from the strike by Fuhren.
Nice cross by Machado.
Fuhren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
Fuhren uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T2#
Machado steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fuhren.
Machado avoids the body shot from Fuhren.
Machado is looking to counter punch.
Fuhren misses with a lunging right hand
and Machado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Fuhren thinking.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machado fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fuhren scores with a jab. Machado acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A big left from Machado misses.
Fuhren swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A telegraphed right hand from Fuhren misses the target.
Fuhren takes one on the button.
Fuhren waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
Machado looks to clinch
letting Fuhren counter with a right hand. #T3#
Fuhren fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fuhren is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fuhren just misses with a punch to the body.
Fuhren misses with a body punch
and Machado counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Machado throws a shot to the body.
Fuhren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Machado was well out of range. Poor timing from Fuhren.
Machado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Machado scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Machado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Machado lands with a straight right. Fuhren didn't see that one coming.#T4#
Machado sizes up Fuhren with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Fuhren misses with a hook to the body
and Fuhren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fuhren throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fuhren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Machado.
A telegraphed right hand from Machado misses the target.
Machado keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fuhren slips under a jab from Machado.
Fuhren keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fuhren has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Fuhren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Wanderson Machado did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Wanderson Machado's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Fuhren throws a jab when Machado was well out of range.
Machado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Fuhren on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Machado scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fuhren misses with a straight right.
Machado takes one to the chin there.
Fuhren throws a hook but Machado blocks it.
Machado tries to counter by clinching up but Fuhren breaks away and moves out of range.
Machado misses the body punch
and Fuhren counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fuhren takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Machado throws a big shot that misses.
Fuhren swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Machado tests Fuhren's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Fuhren waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Machado.
A big left from Fuhren misses.
Machado paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC#Fuhren is rocked!
Fuhren misses with a right hand
and Machado counters with a crisp right that sends Fuhren to the canvas! Machado follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Wanderson Machado 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: Sucker Punch Pro Series 2     
Date:   Aug 15, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Machado lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#TD2#
Lannister drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Machado keeping full guard, as Lannister tries to pass.
Lannister is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Lannister is looking to advance position but Machado has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Lannister is wriggling around trying to escape.
Machado sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T1#
Lannister gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lannister actively working from the bottom here.
Machado content to control rather than advance. #SUB2#
Lannister is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lannister looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Lannister is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Lannister looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Lannister is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Lannister looking for submissions off his back.
Lannister is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Machado stalling. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lannister actively working from the bottom here.
Machado performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3##SUB2#
Lannister is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Machado pulls his head out easily.
Lannister is trying to get back to full guard.
Lannister gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Lannister throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Machado has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Lannister working for a triangle but Machado defends it easily.
Lannister has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Legacy MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Lannister has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Machado can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #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.#SUB2#
Lannister looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Lannister looking for a guillotine here but Machado defends easily. #SUB2#
Lannister is looking for a triangle but Machado pushes his legs off easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lannister looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Machado avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tyrion Lannister dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Machado misses with a body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Machado.
Machado misses with a body shot.
Machado throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Machado scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lannister in his tracks.
Machado dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lannister misses with a takedown attempt - Machado sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Machado lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lannister at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado lands with a right hand.
Machado fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lannister walks into a straight right hand from Machado.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado throws a good cross that connects. #T1#
Lannister's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Machado connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lannister scrambles back to his feet.#ROC#Lannister is rocked!
Machado cracks Lannister with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Lannister falls to his knees and Machado doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado retains his middleweight title!
After the fight, Wanderson Machado 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.
The defeated Tyrion Lannister had this to say: 'I probably didn't belong here anyway, but it was an honor to be here and get a shot, Sucker Punch fans, you guys are rock!'.

 

Event: Sucker Punch 185# CSS Finals     
Date:   Jul 15, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Routerhead throws an overhand right that lands on Machado's shoulder, as Machado tries to avoid the shot.
No luck for Routerhead with that takedown attempt.
Routerhead misses with a hook
letting Machado counter with a right hand.
Machado takes a jab right on the kisser.
Machado blocks a jab.
Machado scores with a hook to the body. Routerhead takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Machado throws a body punch but Routerhead moves out of range.
Machado stuffs the takedown attempt from Routerhead. Routerhead gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Routerhead misses with an uppercut
and Machado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Routerhead walks into a jab.
Routerhead misses the jab.
Routerhead throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1##CL2#
Routerhead clinches.
Routerhead swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Routerhead has a couple of punches blocked by Machado.
Machado misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Machado lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Routerhead tries for a takedown. No joy.
Wanderson Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vinchito Routerhead.#BC#
Machado manages to break the clinch.
Machado looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Machado ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machado fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Machado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Routerhead.
Machado looks to score with a jab to the body but Routerhead is just out of range.
Machado lands a nice looking body shot.
Machado moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Machado connects with a stiff jab that staggers Routerhead - oh and he follows up with a huge uppercut that knocks him out cold! Man, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado is the new middleweight champion!
A very excited looking Wanderson Machado 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: Sucker Punch 185# CSS Semis     
Date:   Jun 17, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Machado cracks a nice hook into Moker's ribs.
Machado tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Moker counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Machado thinking.
Moker keeps the fight on the outside.
A big right from Machado misses.
Moker swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Moker misses with a right hand #CL#
and Machado counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Machado.
I was talking to Machado's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Machado lands a left hand.
Machado prevents a body shot from Moker.
A frustrated look appears on Moker's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Machado stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nice body punch from Machado.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Machado creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Machado scores with a hook to the body.
Machado digs a right hand underneath Moker's ribcage. Moker let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Machado.
Moker looks winded!
Moker has had enough of the clinch but Machado keeps him there for the moment.
Moker is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Moker wants to break the clinch but can't.
Machado lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Machado throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Machado.
Machado lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Machado scores with a shot to the side of Moker's head.
Machado lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Moker looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Machado lands a right hand.
Machado scores with a shot to the side of Moker's head.
Machado softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Machado lands a nice uppercut.
Machado lands a right hand that snaps the head of Moker backwards.
Machado lands a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Moker wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Machado is leaning against Moker and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
Moker prevents a body shot from Machado. #T2#
Machado struggles to land a body shot inside as Moker controls his hands.
Machado throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mokers head.
Machado lands a body shot in the clinch.
Machado working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Machado working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Machado.
A right handed body shot lands from Machado.
A right hook to the body lands for Machado.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Machado lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short uppercut from Machado.
Moker has had enough of the clinch but Machado keeps him there for the moment.
Machado working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Machado is leaning against Moker and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Machado tries to throw a body punch but Moker avoids it by throwing Machado back against the cage. #T3#
Machado lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Moker backwards.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Machado as Moker tries to tie him up.
Machado misses with a punch to the body.
Machado lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short right from Machado on the inside.
Machado gets through Moker's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Machado.
Machado can't find room to land a body shot as Moker controls the action.
Nice body punch from Machado - that landed with a thud.
Machado lands a right hand that snaps the head of Moker backwards.
Machado lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Machado.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs.
Machado lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Machado lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Moker backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Machado doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Nice body punch from Machado - that landed with a thud.
Machado lands a body shot in the clinch.
Machado lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Machado works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Machado pushes Moker back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Machado working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Machado lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Machado on the inside.
Machado presses Moker against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Moker is trying to push Machado away but Machado has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Machado tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Moker's elbow.
Machado lands a body shot.
Machado lands a right hand that snaps the head of Moker backwards. #ROC#Moker is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short uppercut from Machado.
Moker is still on wobbly legs! Can Machado finish him?
Machado presses Moker against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Machado lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Machado lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Moker to his knees! Machado keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderson Machado!
Wanderson Machado 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: Sucker Punch 185# CSS RD2     
Date:   May 20, 2020
#R1#
Krasnov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Machado.
Krasnov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
Machado drives through and clinches with Krasnov against the cage.
Machado digs a right hand underneath Krasnov's ribcage. Krasnov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Machado lands with a light punch inside.
Machado tries to work over Krasnov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Machado is leaning against Krasnov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Machado lands a body punch.
Machado is leaning against Krasnov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Machado misses with a hook to the ribs.
I was talking to Machado's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Machado scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado lands an uppercut.
Good body shot from Machado.
Machado lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nice body punch from Machado - that landed with a thud.
Krasnov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Machado pulls his leg out and moves away. #T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Krasnov is defended easily by Machado.
Krasnov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Wanderson Machado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Krasnov drops his hands momentarily and Machado takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #ROC#
Krasnov is rocked!#CL#
Machado darts in and clinches Krasnov up against the cage.
Machado tries a body shot but Krasnov blocks it.
Machado tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Machado cracks Krasnov with a nice body shot.#TD2#
Krasnov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Machado uses from the top position.
Machado is stalling in the full guard.
Machado has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Krasnov trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Krasnov working for a triangle but Machado defends it easily.
Machado controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Krasnov misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Machado moves into the clinch.
Machado lands an uppercut.
Machado lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Machado pushes Krasnov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Krasnov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Wanderson Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kirill Krasnov.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Machado lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Machado lands with a short shot to the head.
Machado lands a body shot. #T4#
A short right from Machado on the inside.
Machado lands a hook that snaps the head of Krasnov backwards.
A short body shot lands from Machado as the two fighters clinch.
Krasnov looks winded!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Machado creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado presses Krasnov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Machado lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Machado on the inside.
Machado scores with a hook to the body.
A hook to the body from Machado.
A short uppercut from Machado.
Machado lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Krasnov is still on wobbly legs! Can Machado finish him?
Machado pushes Krasnov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Machado lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Krasnov.
Machado is leaning against Krasnov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Krasnov seems to have recovered his senses.
Machado lands a left hand that snaps the head of Krasnov backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Krasnov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL#
Machado forces Krasnov back against the cage and clinches.
Machado lands with a light punch inside.
Machado creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Krasnov with a big uppercut! Krasnov tries to clinch up but Machado pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Krasnov to the mat! Krasnov covers up and Machado unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Wanderson Machado!
A very excited looking Wanderson Machado 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: Sucker Punch 185# CSS RD1     
Date:   Apr 25, 2020
#R1#
Machado tries to clinch but Briscoe moves out of range.
Briscoe feints the counter takedown.
Machado fails with an attempt to clinch.
Machado slaps away a takedown attempt from Briscoe, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Machado tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Machado moves in looking to clinch but Briscoe pushes him off.
Machado tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Briscoe manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Briscoe drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Machado defends it well.
Machado lands a lovely overhand right.#TD2#
Briscoe closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Machado's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Briscoe lands a couple of digs.
Machado managing to control the position.
Briscoe lands a couple of elbows.#T1#
Machado utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Briscoe is looking to pass into half guard but Machado pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Machado is in guard.#REVR#
Machado could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#SUB2#
Briscoe looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Machado passes into side control.
Briscoe is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Briscoe is looking to escape.
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.
Machado controlling the pace. #T2#
Briscoe tries to kick Machado off but Machado keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Machado moves nicely into side control.
Machado is looking to take a break and control but Briscoe is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Briscoe is trying to buck Machado off.
Machado working away.#T3#
Machado wants to lay and pray for a moment but Briscoe keeps working.
Machado taking a breather here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Briscoe is not content to let Machado control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Machado just misses with a punch to the body.
And Briscoe tries to counter it with a takedown but Machado pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#CL#
Machado clinches with his opponent.
Machado gets through Briscoe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Machado stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Machado tries to work over Briscoe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A body shot lands from Machado.
Machado tries a body shot but Briscoe blocks it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Machado.
Machado pushes Briscoe back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Machado works on Briscoe's body with a couple of short punches.
Machado gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Briscoe.
Briscoe is working for takedown but Machado is calmly controlling the position for now.
Wanderson Machado has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Al Briscoe.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Briscoe looks winded!
Machado lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT#
It looks like Al Briscoe has been cut.
Briscoe has Machado pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Machado manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wanderson Machado dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Al Briscoe's cut.
That's time! Machado's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Briscoe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Briscoe drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Machado defends it well.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Briscoe.
Machado is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Briscoe can do to turn this around?
Briscoe swats away the attempt to clinch by Machado.
Briscoe feints the counter takedown.
Machado keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Briscoe avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Machado tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Briscoe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Briscoe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Briscoe drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Machado defends it well.
Machado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Machado tries to clinch but Briscoe moves out of range.
Machado tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Briscoe drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Machado defends it well.#T1#
Machado scores with a sloppy right hand. Briscoe should have avoided that one.
Machado is looking to clinch but Briscoe is avoiding it. #KD#
Machado cracks Briscoe with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Machado has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Briscoe to stand back up!#ROC#
Briscoe is rocked!
Briscoe walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Briscoe limp body while Machado jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderson Machado!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 21, 2020
#R1#
Machado lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT2#
It looks like Adam Iii Adam Iii has been cut.
Adam Iii with a poor takedown #CL2#
and Machado counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Machado lands a body punch in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Machado.
Machado digs a right hand into Adam Iii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Adam Iii's gas tank.
Adam Iii is breathing heavily.
Machado lands a body shot.
Machado is leaning against Adam Iii and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Machado lands a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Machado scores with a nice short uppercut.
Machado presses Adam Iii against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Machado lands a body shot in the clinch.
Machado lands a body shot in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Machado.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Machado. #T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Machado.
Still in the clinch, Machado scores with a nice short uppercut.
Adam Iii takes a shot to the head.
Machado lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Machado lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #ROC2#
Adam Iii is rocked!
Machado digs a right hand underneath Adam Iii's ribcage. Adam Iii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Oh Adam Iii is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Machado digs a right hand into Adam Iii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Adam Iii's gas tank.
Adam Iii seems to have got his legs back now.
Machado lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Adam Iii backwards. #KD2#
Machado drops Adam Iii onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Adam Iii is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machado lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Adam Iii to his knees! Machado keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

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

 

 
 
 
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