Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: HZN 18 Collins v Wife
Date: Apr 27, 2024

#R1#
Ekbomb misses with a low kick.
Ekbomb throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
McDonnell slips a jab and a cross from Ekbomb.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Ekbomb is out of range.
It seemed like Ekbomb was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ekbomb looks for the body kick but McDonnell saw that one coming.
McDonnell takes a swing at Ekbomb's ribcage but misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from McDonnell.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Ekbomb does a little dance to reset his feet.
A cross from McDonnell lands.
McDonnell scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McDonnell scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ekbomb doesn't seem bothered though.
McDonnell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
McDonnell throws a low kick, looking for Ekbomb's leg but Ekbomb calmly moves out of range.
Ekbomb throws out a counter right but McDonnell avoids it with no problem.
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekbomb misses with a looping left.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McDonnell! #T1#
McDonnell defending well as Ekbomb loads up on a big left hand.
Ekbomb throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
Ekbomb uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
Ekbomb throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ekbomb displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
The fighters circling - Ekbomb throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonnell is looking to counter punch.
Ekbomb slips under a jab.
Ekbomb misses with a low kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McDonnell.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
Ekbomb will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ekbomb.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ekbomb.
McDonnell works the jab nicely.
A punch lands to the side of Ekbomb 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on Ekbomb's shoulder, as Ekbomb tries to avoid the shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ekbomb misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ekbomb jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
Ekbomb misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ekbomb connects with a crisp jab.
Ekbomb darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ekbomb! But no joy.
Ekbomb on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McDonnell. McDonnell obviously looking to wear him down.
McDonnell swings for the body but Ekbomb moves out of range.
McDonnell turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McDonnell misses with a low kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Ekbomb misses the target.
McDonnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McDonnell avoids a punch combination nicely.
McDonnell bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Ekbomb throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ekbomb takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McDonnell fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McDonnell moves away from the strike by Ekbomb.
Ekbomb bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McDonnell connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ekbomb momentarily.
Ekbomb misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ekbomb misses with a lunging right hand
and McDonnell counters with an inside leg kick.
McDonnell lands a lovely overhand right.
McDonnell steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Ekbomb. That one must have hurt.
McDonnell looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ekbomb waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonnell.
McDonnell throwing a counter right hand but Ekbomb manages to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell needs to keep his hands up - Ekbomb had a free shot at his head there.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ekbomb thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
McDonnell throws a good cross that connects.
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but Ekbomb uses good head movement to avoid it.
McDonnell connects with a looping right hand.
Ekbomb misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McDonnell.
McDonnell is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ekbomb connects with an inside leg kick.
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. Ekbomb was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ekbomb.
Ekbomb ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
A combination from Ekbomb does no damage.
Ekbomb cracks a nice hook into McDonnell's ribs.
McDonnell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ekbomb.
Ekbomb takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ekbomb misses with a hook.
Ekbomb misses with a looping left.
Ekbomb keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
Ekbomb misses with a looping left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Ekbomb throws a hook but McDonnell blocks it.
Ger McDonnell is winning the standup battle so far.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Ekbomb moved out of range.
Ekbomb now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ekbomb swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ekbomb connects with a good right hand that stumbles McDonnell. McDonnell circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A nice leg kick from McDonnell, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ekbomb misses with a straight right.
Ekbomb takes a swing at McDonnell's ribcage but misses.
A little feinted left hand from McDonnell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McDonnell lands the left hand.
McDonnell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Ekbomb avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from McDonnell. Those never looked like landing.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Ekbomb is just out of range.
Ekbomb misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ekbomb thinking.
McDonnell moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Ekbomb misses with a left hand
and McDonnell counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ekbomb scores with a jab to the body.
Ekbomb takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ekbomb tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Ekbomb.
Ekbomb checks a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
Ekbomb throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
Ekbomb throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
Ekbomb throws a hook but McDonnell blocks it.
Ekbomb throws a nice looking combination but McDonnell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ekbomb connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Ekbomb is just out of range.
Left hook, right uppercut from McDonnell.
Ekbomb needs to keep his hands up - McDonnell had a free shot at his head there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ekbomb misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ekbomb throws a jab but it's blocked by McDonnell.
McDonnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ekbomb can do to turn this around?#T2#
Ekbomb misses with a right hand
and Ekbomb takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McDonnell with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McDonnell lands a jab to the nose.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
McDonnell swings for the body but Ekbomb moves out of range.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ekbomb.#CUT2#Ger McDonnell's cut is getting worse.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ekbomb. McDonnell does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonnell throwing a counter right hand but Ekbomb manages to avoid it.
McDonnell punishes Ekbomb's body with a nice straight punch.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut.
McDonnell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ekbomb.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut
and Ekbomb counters with a series of strikes. McDonnell will be more careful next time no doubt.
McDonnell paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ekbomb scores with a hook.
A big right from Ekbomb misses. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Ekbomb.
Ekbomb now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
McDonnell lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ekbomb's sensitive parts.
A cross from Ekbomb lands.
Ekbomb misses with a right hand
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McDonnell throws a body punch but Ekbomb moves out of range.
Left hook, right uppercut from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands with a hook. Ekbomb tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Some bone on bone action there as Ekbomb checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McDonnell chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A big right from Ekbomb misses.
Ekbomb misses with a wild body shot.
McDonnell is looking to counter punch.
Nice shot by McDonnell.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Ekbomb might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, McDonnell has got the better of the exchanges.
Ekbomb works the jab nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McDonnell scores with a jab.
Nice body punch from McDonnell. #T4#
McDonnell lands a two punch combo.
Ekbomb takes one to the chin there.
Ekbomb walks into a stiff left hand from McDonnell.
Ekbomb uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
Ekbomb misses with a series of wild punches.
Ekbomb avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ekbomb ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
Nice straight punches there by McDonnell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McDonnell.
McDonnell stalks Ekbomb and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ekbomb's face. Ekbomb staggers backwards, shaken.
Ekbomb has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McDonnell cracks a nice hook into Ekbomb's ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ekbomb connects with a crisp jab.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Ekbomb.
McDonnell throws a hook but Ekbomb blocks it.
Ekbomb swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ekbomb ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
That's time! McDonnell'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#
Ekbomb throws a poor cross that misses
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Ekbomb moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - McDonnell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonnell comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ekbomb stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McDonnell.
McDonnell stuns Ekbomb with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ekbomb 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 McDonnell has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McDonnell and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McDonnell with a nice calf kick.
Ekbomb uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Ekbomb looks to land a right hand but McDonnell moved out of range.
McDonnell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekbomb misses with a head kick.
Ekbomb slips under a jab from McDonnell.
Ekbomb is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McDonnell with a body shot.
A combination from McDonnell does no damage.
Nice uppercut lands for McDonnell. That snapped Ekbomb's head back.
Ekbomb's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#KD2#
Ekbomb drops McDonnell with a beautiful combination! McDonnell stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Ekbomb is looking for the KO!#T1#
McDonnell slips under a jab.
Ekbomb steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Nice straight punches there by McDonnell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McDonnell.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Ekbomb does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ekbomb misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
McDonnell moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
McDonnell lands a jab to the head.
Ekbomb fails to land with a series of punches.
Ekbomb avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ekbomb throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.
A combination from Ekbomb does no damage.
McDonnell takes a swing at Ekbomb's ribcage but misses.
McDonnell lands a body shot.
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
Ekbomb swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ekbomb moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ekbomb ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McDonnell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ekbomb.
McDonnell lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McDonnell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ekbomb throws out the jab.
Ekbomb connects with a jab.#CUT2#Ger McDonnell's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
A slow jab from Ekbomb misses its intended target.
Ekbomb takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ekbomb misses with a straight left.
Ekbomb displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
Ekbomb misses with a wild body shot.
McDonnell cracks Ekbomb with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T3#
McDonnell's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and McDonnell duly obliges.
Ekbomb throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
Ekbomb's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McDonnell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ekbomb scrambles back to his feet.
Ekbomb thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ekbomb jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ekbomb lands a head kick. McDonnell smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
McDonnell blocks a jab.
McDonnell throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ekbomb defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand.
A shot to the body from Ekbomb misses
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McDonnell swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McDonnell throws a jab when Ekbomb was well out of range.
Ekbomb misses with a left hand
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ekbomb throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ekbomb manages to avoid it.
As McDonnell backs off Ekbomb throws a huge counter combo but McDonnell manages to avoid it all.
McDonnell closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ekbomb takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ekbomb.
McDonnell smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ekbomb throws a combination that misses
and McDonnell counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ekbomb takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McDonnell throws a right and a left that both miss.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Ekbomb moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ekbomb was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
Ekbomb defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ekbomb throws a series of punches but McDonnell avoids them all with ease.
Ekbomb uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
McDonnell checks a leg kick.
Evan Ekbomb has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ger McDonnell showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McDonnell 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: HZN 14 Bollomard v Leben
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Darawan.
Darawan dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McDonnell. That did some damage!
McDonnell takes one on the button.#CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
McDonnell takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Darawan tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McDonnell is able to avoid easily.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Good exchange - McDonnell coming out on top.
Darawan misses with a hook to the body
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Darawan throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
Darawan misses with a body shot.
McDonnell throws a good cross that connects.
Darawan 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.
Darawan throws a sloppy head kick
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A solid leg kick lands there for McDonnell.
Darawan throws a jab but it's blocked by McDonnell.
Darawan looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McDonnell slips a jab from Darawan.
Darawan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McDonnell.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell wants to land a leg kick but Darawan is out of range.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
Darawan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Darawan throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.
McDonnell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Darawan looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonnell is just out of range.
McDonnell swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Darawan throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
Darawan slips a jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a right hand that Darawan ducks under and follows up with a left that Darawan also avoids with ease.
Darawan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
McDonnell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Darawan throws the kick towards the body but McDonnell avoids it.
McDonnell changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Darawan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McDonnell with a nice calf kick.
Darawan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Darawan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McDonnell takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McDonnell misses with a double jab.
McDonnell tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Darawan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Darawan.
Nice body punch from McDonnell.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Darawan misses with a straight right.
McDonnell appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T2#
McDonnell punishes Darawan's body with a nice straight punch.
McDonnell throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Darawan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
Darawan connects with the punch.
McDonnell lands a jab to the nose.
Darawan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Darawan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Darawan misses with a hook
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McDonnell paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Darawan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
Darawan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McDonnell.
Darawan loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
McDonnell only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Darawan lands a slapping body shot.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Darawan is looking to counter punch.
McDonnell digs a good hook to Darawan's body.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Darawan moved out of range nicely.
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Darawan.
Darawan misses with a hook to the body
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand. #T3#
Left hook, right uppercut from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a looping overhand right but Darawan ducks down to avoid it.
McDonnell gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Darawan.
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Darawan.
Darawan throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McDonnell connects with a good right hand that stumbles Darawan. Darawan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McDonnell slips under a jab from Darawan.
McDonnell defending well as Darawan loads up on a big left hand.
McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Darawan.
McDonnell misses with a hook.
A jab from McDonnell finds it's way through Darawan's defenses.
McDonnell is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Darawan had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Nice uppercut there from McDonnell.
Petcharon Darawan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Darawan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Darawan moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from McDonnell misses the target.
Darawan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McDonnell blocks a jab.
Donk. Darawan catches McDonnell right on the button with a cross.#T4#
McDonnell throws a hook but Darawan blocks it.
Darawan scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Darawan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
Darawan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
McDonnell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Darawan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McDonnell with a hook.
The fighters circle momentarily. McDonnell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Darawan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Darawan.
Darawan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McDonnell.
Darawan lands a nice looking body shot.
Darawan throws a head kick that misses.
Darawan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McDonnell misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell throws a hook but Darawan avoids it easily.
Darawan misses with an uppercut
and Darawan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A nice leg kick from McDonnell, right into the meat of the thigh.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell'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#
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
McDonnell swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Darawan.
Darawan misses with a hook
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
McDonnell punishes Darawan's body with a nice straight punch.
McDonnell throws a nice inside leg kick.
Darawan looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonnell is just out of range.
McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Darawan.
McDonnell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from McDonnell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Darawan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McDonnell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McDonnell scores with a jab. Darawan acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
McDonnell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Darawan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McDonnell cracks Darawan with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McDonnell stuns Darawan with a nice body shot, before stepping 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!
Darawan swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Darawan moves out of range as McDonnell strikes.#T1#
Darawan misses with a hook
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
Darawan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
Darawan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McDonnell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Darawan at a distance.
McDonnell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for McDonnell.
McDonnell lands a nice hook to Darawan's body. Darawan takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL#
Darawan pushes McDonnell up against the cage in a clinch.
McDonnell tries to work over Darawan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McDonnell lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from McDonnell.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell lands with a light punch inside.
A short right from McDonnell. #BC2#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McDonnell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Darawan. #T2#
Darawan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McDonnell avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Darawan misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell connects with a leg kick.
Darawan moves to clinch but McDonnell breaks away
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab.
Darawan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Darawan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
Darawan throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by McDonnell.
Darawan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McDonnell.
Ger McDonnell seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McDonnell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McDonnell with a nice cross.
Darawan misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McDonnell counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Darawan moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT#That has opened up Ger McDonnell's cut even more.
Darawan scores with a nice head shot.
Darawan ducks right into an uppercut from McDonnell. #T3#
Darawan is looking to clinch but McDonnell is avoiding it.
McDonnell tests Darawan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Darawan misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
McDonnell appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
McDonnell checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
McDonnell tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Darawan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands with a good body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Darawan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Darawan ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
Darawan throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.
Darawan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McDonnell will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Darawan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McDonnell.
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Darawan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McDonnell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Darawan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T4#
Darawan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Darawan has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Darawan manages to avoid it.
Darawan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell slips a jab from Darawan.
McDonnell misses with a double jab.
McDonnell slips a straight right by Darawan.
Darawan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
Darawan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fighters circling - McDonnell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonnell slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
McDonnell scores with a leg kick.
McDonnell tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice uppercut lands for McDonnell. That snapped Darawan's head back.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Darawan on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The fighters circling - Darawan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonnell 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.

Ger McDonnell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Darawan misses with a looping left.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
Darawan throws a head kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from McDonnell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Darawan thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Darawan misses the body punch
and McDonnell counters with a left to the body.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell jabs at Darawan's body.
Darawan looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Darawan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McDonnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McDonnell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Donk. McDonnell catches Darawan right on the button with a cross.
Darawan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A telegraphed right hand from Darawan misses the target.
Darawan throws a body shot but no joy.
A clash of legs there as McDonnell blocks the low kick.
McDonnell's jab looks to have found its range, popping Darawan under the eye.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
McDonnell lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
McDonnell connects with a body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for McDonnell.
Darawan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Darawan cracks McDonnell with a good jab.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Darawan.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Darawan.
Darawan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McDonnell.
McDonnell with a nice calf kick.
McDonnell lands a slapping body shot.
McDonnell blocks the body kick.
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Darawan.
A slow jab from Darawan misses its intended target.
Darawan throws out a loose jab but McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid it.
McDonnell lands a nice shot that snaps Darawan's head back.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Darawan is out of range.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Darawan.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell misses with a straight left.
Darawan is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2#
Darawan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Petcharon Darawan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Darawan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
McDonnell lands a right hook to the body.
Darawan tries to close the distance and clinch up but McDonnell swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Darawan tries to close the distance and clinch but McDonnell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Darawan throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Darawan misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell throws a quick inside leg kick.
Darawan throws a sloppy head kick
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McDonnell moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Darawan throws a lazy right hand but McDonnell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McDonnell checks a leg kick nicely.
McDonnell scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Darawan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Darawan misses with a looping right.
Darawan misses with a hook.
Darawan tries a head kick but it misses.
Darawan misses with a body shot. #T3#
McDonnell scores with a jab.
Darawan walks into a jab.
A low kick lands for McDonnell.
Darawan misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McDonnell! But no joy.
Darawan throws a leg kick but McDonnell sees it coming and moves out of range.
McDonnell is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Darawan with a body shot.
Nice body punch from McDonnell.
McDonnell lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McDonnell blocks a jab.
Darawan throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
Darawan throws a big shot that misses.
Darawan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McDonnell throws a one two combo.
A swing and a miss from Darawan.
Darawan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by Darawan.
Darawan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Darawan thows a leg kick but McDonnell checks it
and McDonnell counters with a three punch combo that has Darawan backing up. Darawan nods at McDonnell to acknowledge the strikes.#T4#
Darawan throws a shot from downtown. McDonnell moves away and avoids it.
Nice shot by McDonnell.
McDonnell works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
Darawan misses with a lunging right hand
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
Darawan lands a lovely overhand right.
Darawan misses with a shot to the body
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Darawan misses with a left hand
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A solid leg kick lands there for McDonnell.
McDonnell walks into a stiff left hand from Darawan.
Darawan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McDonnell throws a counter combo.
McDonnell with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell jabs at Darawan's body.
Darawan misses with a head kick.
McDonnell looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Darawan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nice uppercut lands for McDonnell. That snapped Darawan's head back.
Nice uppercut lands for McDonnell. That snapped Darawan's head back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ger McDonnell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McDonnell 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ger McDonnell!
A very excited looking Ger McDonnell 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.
The defeated Petcharon Darawan had this to say: 'I have nothing to say.'.

Event: HZN 11 Harris v Machine
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
McDonnell throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Bollomard counters with a takedown into side control.
Bollomard sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but McDonnell is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
McDonnell's coaches at Copes have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Bollomard looking to control but instead McDonnell has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Bollomard missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonnell won't allow Bollomard to pass to mount.
Bollomard trying to control the action but McDonnell is working from the bottom.
Bollomard tries to pass to full mount but McDonnell defends it.
McDonnell avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bollomard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell gets full guard.
Bollomard passes into half guard.
Bollomard wants to pass to mount but McDonnell is defending the position. #T1#
Bollomard keeps trying to improve his position.
McDonnell is looking to improve his position.
Bollomard lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Bollomard trying to mount his opponent but McDonnell defends it.
McDonnell tries to roll over but Bollomard keeps him under control.
McDonnell is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bollomard is trying to control. McDonnell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bollomard is stalling here. McDonnell is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Bollomard seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and McDonnell has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Bollomard is looking to regain half guard here but McDonnell keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Bollomard's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bollomard is trying to get back to half guard.
Bollomard is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
McDonnell is looking to take a break and control but Bollomard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Bollomard gets full guard.
McDonnell has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
McDonnell avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bollomard looking for a sweep. Not yet Bollomard, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDonnell slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bollomard is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Bollomard working for a triangle but McDonnell defends it easily.
McDonnell won't allow Bollomard to sweep him here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McDonnell looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
McDonnell is sitting in close to Bollomard's body. Bollomard has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! McDonnell is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, McDonnell is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Bollomard.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jacques Bollomard!
During a confident post fight interview, Jacques Bollomard thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: HZN 8 Bollomard v Hendrix
Date: Feb 18, 2024

#R1#
St. Clair takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McDonnell lands a nice looking body shot.
St. Clair misses with a two punch combination.
McDonnell lands a glancing blow to the side of St. Clair's head.
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by St. Clair.
Nice straight punches there by McDonnell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McDonnell.
St. Clair looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
McDonnell connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A low kick lands for St. Clair.
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice body punch from McDonnell.
St. Clair throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but St. Clair manages to avoid it.
St. Clair seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
McDonnell throws an ugly left hook that misses
and St. Clair counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
St. Clair throws a quick inside leg kick.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but St. Clair was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.#T1#
St. Clair looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonnell is just out of range.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but St. Clair is out of range.
St. Clair misses with a hook.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but St. Clair slips the punch.
St. Clair throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
St. Clair avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McDonnell jabs St. Clair right on the nose. St. Clair blinks but takes it well.
McDonnell circles away from the clinch attempt.
St. Clair throws a shot to the body.
McDonnell scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. St. Clair doesn't seem bothered though.
St. Clair's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McDonnell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! St. Clair scrambles back to his feet.
St. Clair cracks McDonnell with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
St. Clair slips under a jab.
St. Clair appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2#
McDonnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell slips a jab and a cross from St. Clair.
St. Clair pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell is clearly trying to counter these attacks from St. Clair with a body shot.
St. Clair attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
St. Clair's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McDonnell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! St. Clair scrambles back to his feet.
St. Clair moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
A quick step to the side and St. Clair tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
St. Clair has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Sydney Top Team in the buildup to the fight.
McDonnell throws a quick inside leg kick.
McDonnell throws a nice looking combination but St. Clair bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McDonnell thows a left - swing and a miss!
A quick step to the side and St. Clair tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
St. Clair takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
St. Clair throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice cross by St. Clair.#T3#
McDonnell scores with a shot to the body.
A clash of legs there as St. Clair blocks the low kick.
McDonnell cracks St. Clair with an open hand slap.
McDonnell thumps St. Clair with a low kick.
St. Clair keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McDonnell digs a good body shot into St. Clair's ribs.
St. Clair scores with a jab. McDonnell acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
McDonnell moves out of range as St. Clair strikes.
St. Clair takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
St. Clair ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
McDonnell throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McDonnell checks a leg kick nicely.
McDonnell throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
St. Clair misses with a lunging right hand
and St. Clair takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
A jab from St. Clair misses.
McDonnell moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McDonnell digs a good hook to St. Clair's body.
Nice defenses there by St. Clair.
It looked like St. Clair wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell misses with a hook. St. Clair ducked under it nicely.
McDonnell connects with a body shot that sends St. Clair's belly button to the back.
McDonnell checks a leg kick nicely.
McDonnell misses with a body shot.
McDonnell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
St. Clair with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
St. Clair ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
A right-left combo lands from McDonnell.
McDonnell 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.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
McDonnell darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McDonnell walks into a left hand.
St. Clair scores with a jab. McDonnell acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
St. Clair takes a swing at McDonnell's ribcage but misses.
St. Clair tries to clinch up but McDonnell circles away and keeps his distance.
Ger McDonnell seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McDonnell throws a nice looking combination but St. Clair bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell throws a body punch but St. Clair moves out of range.
St. Clair slips a jab and a cross from McDonnell.
St. Clair misses with a few strikes there.
McDonnell misses with a few strikes there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
St. Clair takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McDonnell misses with a jab to the body
and McDonnell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
St. Clair throws a leg kick that misses.
McDonnell lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Some bone on bone action there as McDonnell checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
St. Clair lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McDonnell circles away quickly and effectively.
St. Clair just misses with a punch to the body.
McDonnell stuns St. Clair with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Good work by McDonnell as he checks the leg kick.
St. Clair takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Good shot there by McDonnell.
The fighters circling - St. Clair throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
St. Clair takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McDonnell slips under a jab from St. Clair.
A jab from St. Clair misses.
McDonnell slips a straight right by St. Clair.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McDonnell! #T2#
St. Clair swings widly with a right hand
and McDonnell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but St. Clair manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
St. Clair loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
St. Clair motions for McDonnell to come forward. St. Clair throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
St. Clair tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McDonnell paws at him with a jab and circles away.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether St. Clair might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
McDonnell lands with a right hand.
St. Clair looks to land a right hand but McDonnell moved out of range.
A little jabbing left from McDonnell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
St. Clair keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
St. Clair takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McDonnell works St. Clair's body with a nice hook.
McDonnell cracks a nice hook into St. Clair's ribs.
St. Clair misses with a looping right.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from St. Clair.#T3#
A shot to the body from McDonnell misses
and St. Clair counters with a straight right hand.
McDonnell throws a nice outside leg kick.
McDonnell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McDonnell lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
St. Clair avoids the body shot from McDonnell.
St. Clair slips a jab and a cross from McDonnell.
McDonnell goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
St. Clair walks into a straight right hand from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. St. Clair moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
St. Clair throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McDonnell!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell scores with a decent looking hook.#T4#
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice jab there from McDonnell.
St. Clair throws a push kick but McDonnell slaps the foot to one side.
St. Clair looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
McDonnell let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
St. Clair pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell is clearly trying to counter these attacks from St. Clair with a body shot.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but St. Clair moved out of range nicely.
McDonnell takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
St. Clair misses with the combination.
McDonnell connects with a jab.
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from St. Clair.
Good leg kick by McDonnell.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
St. Clair jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell defending well as St. Clair loads up on a big left hand.
St. Clair looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by St. Clair.
McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from St. Clair.
McDonnell connects with a high kick.
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McDonnell throws a hook but St. Clair avoids it easily.
McDonnell swings for the body but St. Clair moves out of range.
St. Clair swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from McDonnell. Those never looked like landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
McDonnell pivots, looking for a leg kick but St. Clair is out of range and McDonnell settles back down.
McDonnell scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before St. Clair can pounce on him. #T1#
St. Clair misses with a double jab.
St. Clair on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A punch lands to the side of St. Clair 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McDonnell throws a right hand that misses
and St. Clair connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
St. Clair scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McDonnell fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
St. Clair throws a solid leg kick but McDonnell takes the impact on his shin and smiles at St. Clair.
McDonnell lands a nice leg kick that just misses St. Clair's sensitive parts.
St. Clair lunges at McDonnell with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McDonnell's hand.
A bone on bone clash there as McDonnell blocks the leg kick.
McDonnell throws a fast counter high kick but St. Clair manages to duck under it in time.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. St. Clair moves away and avoids it.
Nice defenses there by St. Clair.#T2#
McDonnell lands a jab to the nose.
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!
St. Clair blocks a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from St. Clair misses the target.
St. Clair avoids the head kick by McDonnell.
St. Clair throws a hook but McDonnell blocks it.
Raleigh St. Clair has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
McDonnell lands with a good body shot.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
St. Clair is looking to counter punch.
McDonnell fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. St. Clair looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
St. Clair tries to bum rush McDonnell with a series of wild strikes but McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McDonnell was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
McDonnell catches St. Clair with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McDonnell takes a swing at St. Clair's ribcage but misses.
McDonnell avoids a kick to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by St. Clair.#T3#
St. Clair slips a jab from McDonnell.
St. Clair fires out a quick counter leg kick but McDonnell just manages to avoid it.
McDonnell misses with a two punch combination.
St. Clair wants to slow McDonnell down by chopping away at his legs.
McDonnell lands a body shot.
St. Clair throws a shot from downtown. McDonnell moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
McDonnell feints and then cracks St. Clair's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow St. Clair down.
St. Clair misses the jab.
St. Clair swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
St. Clair fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McDonnell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent St. Clair stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
St. Clair takes one on the chin but seems OK.
St. Clair wants to clinch
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
St. Clair misses with a wild body shot.
McDonnell connects with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
St. Clair throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
McDonnell connects with a body shot that sends St. Clair's belly button to the back.
St. Clair looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonnell is just out of range.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
St. Clair on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McDonnell connects with the punch.
McDonnell connects with a looping right hand.
Donk. McDonnell catches St. Clair right on the button with a cross.
McDonnell with a nice cross.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ger McDonnell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McDonnell 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: HZN 3 Lancaster v Tenryu
Date: Jan 19, 2024

#R1#
Maitonaama avoids the head kick by McDonnell.
Maitonaama misses with a shot to the body
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell slips a jab from Maitonaama.
Maitonaama throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Maitonaama misses.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
Maitonaama scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Maitonaama ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
McDonnell swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McDonnell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Maitonaama.
Maitonaama just misses with a punch to the body.
Maitonaama staying out of range there.
Maitonaama throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maitonaama 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.
Maitonaama misses with a hook. McDonnell ducked under it nicely.
McDonnell tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Maitonaama is able to avoid easily.
Maitonaama misses with a hook. McDonnell ducked under it nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McDonnell, as that shot connected.
Maitonaama has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
A big left from Maitonaama misses.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McDonnell connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Maitonaama sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Maitonaama takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Maitonaama tries to clinch but McDonnell is having none of it.
McDonnell takes a jab right on the kisser.
McDonnell displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Maitonaama.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the jaw.
Maitonaama fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McDonnell avoids it really well and circles away.
Ger McDonnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aslak Maitonaama.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Maitonaama moves away.
Maitonaama throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McDonnell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Aslak Maitonaama seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from McDonnell misses. #T2#
Maitonaama uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
Ger McDonnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McDonnell scores with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell catches Maitonaama with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Maitonaama moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell moves out of range as Maitonaama strikes.
McDonnell scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Some wild striking there from McDonnell.
Maitonaama tries to clinch but fails miserably
and McDonnell counters with a right hand to the body.
Maitonaama closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Maitonaama with a jab.
McDonnell throws a good cross that connects.
Maitonaama tries to clinch up but McDonnell circles away and keeps his distance.
McDonnell is looking for a counter combo.
McDonnell lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Maitonaama throws a right hand that misses
and McDonnell makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Maitonaama moved out of range.#T3#
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maitonaama displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
And Maitonaama tries to counter it with a takedown but McDonnell pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Maitonaama fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Maitonaama ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Maitonaama misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McDonnell makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
McDonnell connects with a solid leg kick.
McDonnell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Maitonaama throws a hook but McDonnell avoids it easily.
Maitonaama misses with a body shot.
Maitonaama doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maitonaama throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
McDonnell scores with a nice strike.
McDonnell misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Maitonaama counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Maitonaama won't allow McDonnell to sweep him here. #T4#
McDonnell keeping moving, preventing Maitonaama from controlling successfully.
Maitonaama pushes down on McDonnell's leg and manages to get into half guard.
McDonnell wants to improve his position but Maitonaama is controlling well. #SUB2#
Maitonaama is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Maitonaama wants to work for an arm triangle but McDonnell is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Maitonaama is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McDonnell doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Maitonaama.
McDonnell is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
McDonnell's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Maitonaama connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McDonnell scrambles back to his feet.
Maitonaama looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McDonnell is fending him off so far but Maitonaama persists. Nope, McDonnell circles away and we're back to standing.
Maitonaama defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand.
McDonnell misses with a combination
and Maitonaama counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Maitonaama misses with a lunging right hand
and McDonnell counters with a three punch combo that has Maitonaama backing up. Maitonaama nods at McDonnell to acknowledge the strikes.
Maitonaama on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Maitonaama throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the jaw.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Maitonaama sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McDonnell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McDonnell connects with a single shot 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!
Maitonaama swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McDonnell misses with a body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Maitonaama there.
Maitonaama takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but Maitonaama slips the punch.#T1#
Maitonaama slips under a jab.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McDonnell lands a nice shot that snaps Maitonaama's head back.
Maitonaama throws out a loose jab but McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Maitonaama takes a swing at McDonnell's ribcage but misses.
McDonnell throws a head kick but Maitonaama moves out of range.
Maitonaama looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McDonnell is fending him off so far but Maitonaama persists. Nope, McDonnell circles away and we're back to standing.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
McDonnell gets tackled into the cage by Maitonaama. Maitonaama maintains the clinch.
McDonnell pushes Maitonaama back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McDonnell presses Maitonaama against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McDonnell gets through Maitonaama's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McDonnell throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Maitonaamas head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McDonnell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Maitonaama blocks a body shot from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Maitonaama backwards.
Maitonaama lands a nice knee to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from McDonnell. #T2#
McDonnell prevents the takedown attempt.
Ger McDonnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aslak Maitonaama.
Maitonaama throws a punch but it's blocked by McDonnell.
McDonnell scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from McDonnell. #BC#
McDonnell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McDonnell thuds his right hand into Maitonaama's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McDonnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Maitonaama can do to turn this around?
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Maitonaama.
Maitonaama slips under a jab from McDonnell.
Maitonaama feints the counter takedown.
Maitonaama moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
McDonnell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maitonaama takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A slow jab from Maitonaama misses its intended target.
McDonnell is looking to counter punch.
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
A telegraphed right hand from McDonnell misses the target.
Maitonaama fails in his attempt to clinch.
It looked like McDonnell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Maitonaama lands a head shot.#T3#
McDonnell lands a jab to the head.
McDonnell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McDonnell misses with a few strikes there.
Maitonaama fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands a jab to Maitonaama's midsection.
Nice shot by McDonnell.
McDonnell stuffs the takedown attempt from Maitonaama. Maitonaama gets slowly back to his feet.
Maitonaama misses with an uppercut.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Maitonaama.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Maitonaama moved out of range.
A big right from McDonnell misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McDonnell.
Maitonaama tries to clinch but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Maitonaama avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
McDonnell gets tackled into the cage by Maitonaama. Maitonaama maintains the clinch.
Maitonaama will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning McDonnell up against the cage.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonnell misses with a hook to the ribs.
Maitonaama can't get the takedown.
Maitonaama blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Maitonaama ducks right into an uppercut from McDonnell.
A left lands for McDonnell.
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Maitonaama.
McDonnell lands a jab to Maitonaama's midsection.
McDonnell lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Maitonaama fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
McDonnell swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Maitonaama is defended easily by McDonnell.
Ger McDonnell is winning the standup battle so far.
McDonnell scores with a jab. Maitonaama acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McDonnell misses with a double jab.
Maitonaama misses with a hook. McDonnell ducked under it nicely.
Maitonaama throws a jab but it's blocked by McDonnell.
It looked like McDonnell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Maitonaama stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Maitonaama throws a hook but McDonnell blocks it.
McDonnell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McDonnell shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jab from McDonnell.
Maitonaama misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Maitonaama throws a right and a left that McDonnell avoids nicely.
Maitonaama throws a body shot but no joy.
An inside leg kick lands from McDonnell.
Maitonaama gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Maitonaama moved out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell looks to land a combination. Maitonaama sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Maitonaama chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McDonnell can pounce on him.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
Maitonaama has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T1#
McDonnell lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Maitonaama fails with the takedown
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McDonnell cracks Maitonaama with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Maitonaama tries to clinch but McDonnell is having none of it.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Maitonaama. McDonnell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Maitonaama keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
Nice jab there from McDonnell.
Maitonaama takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Maitonaama takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McDonnell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McDonnell fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Maitonaama looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McDonnell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Maitonaama ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
Maitonaama 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!
Maitonaama misses with a hook
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
McDonnell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Maitonaama throws out the jab.
Maitonaama avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maitonaama manages to avoid it.
McDonnell punishes Maitonaama's body with a nice straight punch.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maitonaama defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand.
And Maitonaama tries to counter it with a takedown but McDonnell pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Maitonaama wants to clinch.
McDonnell misses with a low kick as Maitonaama jumps back.
McDonnell misses with the combination.
Maitonaama takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McDonnell takes a swing at Maitonaama's ribcage but misses.
Maitonaama tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McDonnell takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T3#
Maitonaama throws a shot from downtown. McDonnell moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maitonaama.
Maitonaama's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A shot to the liver by Maitonaama. Beautiful body shot.
Maitonaama ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell slips a jab from Maitonaama.
McDonnell connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McDonnell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Maitonaama on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Maitonaama moves out of range.
McDonnell connects with a body shot.
McDonnell scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Maitonaama.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Maitonaama slips under a jab from McDonnell.
Maitonaama tries to clinch up but McDonnell circles away and keeps his distance.
Maitonaama tries to score a power double leg takedown but McDonnell sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Maitonaama somewhat.#T4#
McDonnell throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Maitonaama avoids the body shot from McDonnell.
The fight stays on the outside here - Maitonaama looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McDonnell slaps away a takedown attempt from Maitonaama, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ger McDonnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aslak Maitonaama.
Maitonaama fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Maitonaama takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McDonnell keeps the fight on the outside.
McDonnell slips a straight right by Maitonaama.
Maitonaama takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell throws a nice looking combination but Maitonaama bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Maitonaama has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Aslak Maitonaama has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Maitonaama is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ger McDonnell showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McDonnell, 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: DMMA 264 Thorn vs Kuomanen
Date: Nov 25, 2023

#R1#
Kongsangchai chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McDonnell can pounce on him.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kongsangchai fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
Kongsangchai clinches up against the cage.
Kongsangchai misses with a punch on the inside.
Kongsangchai tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McDonnell's elbow.
Kongsangchai swings wildly with an uppercut but McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid it.
McDonnell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kongsangchai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kongsangchai throws a punch but it's blocked by McDonnell.
McDonnell blocks an uppercut.
McDonnell lands with a short shot to the head.
Knees to the body from Kongsangchai.
A frustrated look appears on McDonnell's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McDonnell tries to work over Kongsangchai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McDonnell tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kongsangchai blocking some punches.
Kongsangchai lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kongsangchai lands with a right to the head.
Kongsangchai blocks a body shot from McDonnell. #BC#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McDonnell scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1##KD2#
Kongsangchai lands a big head kick that sends McDonnell tumbling to the mat! Kongsangchai takes a step backwards and waves McDonnell back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
Kongsangchai 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.
Kongsangchai misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kongsangchai lands with a good body shot.
McDonnell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kongsangchai takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kongsangchai tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McDonnell paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McDonnell is looking to score with low kicks.
Kongsangchai misses with a jab, cross combination.
McDonnell throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McDonnell swings away with a body shot that misses
and McDonnell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kongsangchai takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kongsangchai takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch up.
McDonnell lands a glancing blow to the side of Kongsangchai's head.
McDonnell misses with a hook. Kongsangchai ducked under it nicely.
McDonnell with a hook.
McDonnell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kongsangchai sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McDonnell scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Kongsangchai looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McDonnell thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell misses with the combination.
Kongsangchai walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McDonnell connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kongsangchai. Kongsangchai circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Akara Kongsangchai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kongsangchai lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A nice leg kick lands there from McDonnell.
Kongsangchai throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
McDonnell connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kongsangchai's hands.
Kongsangchai lunges at McDonnell with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McDonnell's hand. #CUT2#Ger McDonnell's cut is getting worse.
McDonnell connects with a body shot that sends Kongsangchai's belly button to the back.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch but McDonnell is having none of it.
McDonnell lunges at Kongsangchai with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kongsangchai's hand.
Kongsangchai swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kongsangchai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Kongsangchai's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kongsangchai duly obliges. #T3#
Kongsangchai takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kongsangchai jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters circling - McDonnell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Kongsangchai was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McDonnell punishes Kongsangchai's body with a nice straight punch.
Kongsangchai is looking to clinch.
Kongsangchai throws a sloppy head kick
and McDonnell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McDonnell wants to land a leg kick but Kongsangchai is out of range.
A low kick lands for McDonnell.
McDonnell with a nice cross.
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
McDonnell is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McDonnell takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The fighters circling - Kongsangchai throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kongsangchai takes a jab right on the kisser.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kongsangchai throws a lazy right hand but McDonnell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kongsangchai misses with a straight right.
Kongsangchai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McDonnell. #T4#
Kongsangchai lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McDonnell circles away quickly and effectively.
McDonnell has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McDonnell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kongsangchai pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McDonnell.
McDonnell slips a jab and a cross from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kongsangchai misses with a combination
and McDonnell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kongsangchai tries a head kick but it misses.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#CL2#
Kongsangchai takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Good standup being displayed there by Kongsangchai as he connects with a hook.
Kongsangchai takes one on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Akara Kongsangchai will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Decent striking displayed by McDonnell there.
Kongsangchai lands with a right hand.
Ger McDonnell is winning the standup battle so far.
McDonnell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kongsangchai misses with a body shot.
Kongsangchai scores with a jab.
Kongsangchai waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonnell.
McDonnell lands a leg kick that knocks Kongsangchai off balance momentarily.
Kongsangchai moves out of range as McDonnell strikes.
McDonnell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McDonnell throws a looping overhand right but Kongsangchai ducks down to avoid it.
Akara Kongsangchai is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kongsangchai throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
McDonnell half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kongsangchai dodges the punch combination from McDonnell.
Kongsangchai wants to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from McDonnell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch but McDonnell is having none of it.
McDonnell was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
McDonnell scores with a jab to the body.
Kongsangchai rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McDonnell moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai wants to clinch
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McDonnell slips a jab and a cross from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai throws a head kick that misses.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Kongsangchai is out of range.
McDonnell swats away the attempt to clinch by Kongsangchai.
A bone on bone clash there as Kongsangchai blocks the leg kick.
McDonnell lands a nice hook to Kongsangchai's body. Kongsangchai takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McDonnell lands a nice shot to the body.
Good leg kick by McDonnell.
Kongsangchai moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sloppy strikes from McDonnell. Those never looked like landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonnell lands a jab to the nose.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch there but McDonnell circles away. #T2#
Kongsangchai lands a lovely overhand right.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kongsangchai throws a head kick but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell lands a jab to the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kongsangchai looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kongsangchai throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kongsangchai misses with a hook.
Kongsangchai misses with a left hand
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab.
McDonnell cracks Kongsangchai with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McDonnell jabs at Kongsangchai's body.
Kongsangchai tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Kongsangchai.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Kongsangchai is just out of range.
McDonnell lands a jab to Kongsangchai's midsection.
Danga de danga de dang - Kongsangchai scores with a four punch combination!#CUT2#Ger McDonnell's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Kongsangchai is out of range.
Kongsangchai takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T3#
McDonnell scores with a nice head shot.
Kongsangchai connects with a single shot there.
Kongsangchai throws a hook to the side of McDonnell's head but McDonnell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kongsangchai has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McDonnell lands with an uppercut that bounces Kongsangchai off the cage and back into range.
Kongsangchai has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McDonnell finds it's way round the side to connect with Kongsangchai's head.
Kongsangchai lands a leg kick that knocks McDonnell off balance momentarily.
McDonnell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kongsangchai takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kongsangchai fails to land with a series of punches.
McDonnell lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McDonnell lands a really nice looking cross but Kongsangchai seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kongsangchai.
An attempted straight right counter from McDonnell misses the target.
McDonnell slips a straight right by Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kongsangchai duly obliges. #CUT2#Jeez, Ger McDonnell's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
Kongsangchai is looking to clinch.
McDonnell throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4#
Kongsangchai takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McDonnell takes one to the side of the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Akara Kongsangchai!
During a confident post fight interview, Akara Kongsangchai thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: DMMA 257 Bonaparte vs Lovanov
Date: Nov 05, 2023

#R1#
McDonnell swings widly with a right hand
and Fujimaro makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sone Fujimaro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell lands with a straight right. Fujimaro didn't see that one coming.
Fujimaro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fujimaro looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fujimaro throws a head kick that misses
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fujimaro.
Fujimaro misses with a body shot.
McDonnell avoids the head kick by Fujimaro.
Fujimaro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
Fujimaro takes a jab right on the kisser.
The fighters circling - McDonnell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Fujimaro is out of range.
Fujimaro throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
McDonnell scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Fujimaro has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Worn Leather MMA in the buildup to the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fujimaro dodges the punch combination from McDonnell.
Fujimaro moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
Donk. McDonnell catches Fujimaro right on the button with a cross.
Fujimaro avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
Fujimaro lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as McDonnell backs up against the cage.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fujimaro.
A counter left hand to the body from Fujimaro misses its target.
McDonnell misses with a low kick.
Fujimaro just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fujimaro. McDonnell does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonnell drops his hands momentarily and Fujimaro takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Fujimaro looks to land a left hand but McDonnell moved out of range nicely.
Fujimaro avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fujimaro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
Fujimaro is looking to wear down McDonnell with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fujimaro throws a head kick but McDonnell moves out of range.
Fujimaro misses the shot to the body.
Fujimaro throws a leg kick
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell misses with a straight right.
Fujimaro throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Fujimaro throws a body kick that misses. #T2#
Nice defenses there by Fujimaro.
Fujimaro shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fujimaro scores with a decent looking hook.
A jab from Fujimaro finds it's way through McDonnell's defenses.
Nice straight punches there by McDonnell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McDonnell.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Fujimaro moved out of range.
Fujimaro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell 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.
Fujimaro tests McDonnell's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fujimaro throws a body kick that misses.
McDonnell drops his hands momentarily and Fujimaro takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
McDonnell takes one to the side of the head.
McDonnell misses with a left hand
and Fujimaro counters with a three punch combo that has McDonnell backing up. McDonnell nods at Fujimaro to acknowledge the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fujimaro. McDonnell does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonnell flicks out a counter leg kick but Fujimaro steps away.
Fujimaro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
Fujimaro tries a head kick but it misses.
McDonnell doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McDonnell connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fujimaro defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fujimaro. #T3#
Fujimaro just misses with a punch to the body.
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. Fujimaro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fujimaro appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
McDonnell takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Fujimaro attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Fujimaro with a nice calf kick.
Fujimaro lunges at McDonnell with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McDonnell's hand.
McDonnell defending well as Fujimaro loads up on a big left hand.
McDonnell works Fujimaro's body with a nice hook.
Fujimaro comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fujimaro tests McDonnell's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McDonnell throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
McDonnell misses with a hook.
Fujimaro moves out of range of the strikes.
Fujimaro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McDonnell connects with a looping right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fujimaro throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fujimaro misses with a body shot.
Fujimaro connects with a looping right hand. #T4#
McDonnell scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fujimaro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Fujimaro.
McDonnell stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McDonnell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fujimaro throws out the jab.
McDonnell slips a jab from Fujimaro.
A jab from McDonnell finds it's way through Fujimaro's defenses.
Fujimaro is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McDonnell moves forwards but Fujimaro connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Fujimaro.
A telegraphed right hand from McDonnell misses the target.
Fujimaro lands a leg kick that knocks McDonnell off balance momentarily.
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fujimaro.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Fujimaro moved out of range nicely.
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fujimaro lands a jab to McDonnell's midsection.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
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 Sone Fujimaro will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Fujimaro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
McDonnell lands with a thumping leg kick.
Fujimaro looking to land some kicks to the body here.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from McDonnell in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
McDonnell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fujimaro works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fujimaro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good standup being displayed there by McDonnell as he connects with a hook.
McDonnell takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fujimaro is looking to land body kicks.
McDonnell doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McDonnell jabs at Fujimaro's body.
McDonnell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fujimaro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands with a hook. Fujimaro tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Fujimaro is just out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Fujimaro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Fujimaro misses with a leg kick
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
Fujimaro misses with a double jab.
Fujimaro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McDonnell is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fujimaro with a body shot.
Fujimaro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McDonnell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Fujimaro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell cracks Fujimaro with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fujimaro. McDonnell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Good work by McDonnell as he checks the leg kick.
McDonnell moves out of range of the leg kick from Fujimaro.
Nice defenses there by Fujimaro.
McDonnell scores with a nice head shot.
Fujimaro throws a sloppy head kick and McDonnell moves out of range easily.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Fujimaro.
McDonnell misses with a looping right.
McDonnell lands a really nice looking cross but Fujimaro seems unphased.
Fujimaro throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fujimaro misses with a straight right.
A nice side step and McDonnell releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fujimaro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McDonnell thuds a left hand into Fujimaro's body.
Fujimaro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
Nice straight punches there by Fujimaro. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Fujimaro.
McDonnell slips a jab from Fujimaro.
Fujimaro misses with a body kick.
Fujimaro ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Fujimaro moves away and avoids it.
Fujimaro throws a nice inside leg kick.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McDonnell throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fujimaro counters with a three punch combo that has McDonnell backing up. McDonnell nods at Fujimaro to acknowledge the strikes.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Fujimaro moves out of range.
McDonnell lands a two punch combo.
Nice body punch from McDonnell.
McDonnell checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Fujimaro misses its target.#T3#
Fujimaro fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fujimaro scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fujimaro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
McDonnell misses with a two punch combination.
Nice cross by Fujimaro.
Fujimaro throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.
Fujimaro slips a jab and a cross from McDonnell.
Fujimaro misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
Fujimaro on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McDonnell. McDonnell obviously looking to wear him down.
Fujimaro swings for the body but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell feints a counter leg kick.
Fujimaro connects with a solid leg kick.
McDonnell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fujimaro swings away with a body shot that misses
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Fujimaro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A lazy left from Fujimaro finds it's target.
Fujimaro misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Fujimaro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Fujimaro moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
Fujimaro throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McDonnell! But no joy.
Fujimaro slips a jab from McDonnell.
Fujimaro throws a head kick that misses
and McDonnell counters with a right hand to the body.
Fujimaro scores with a sloppy right hand. McDonnell should have avoided that one.
McDonnell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheers as McDonnell lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fujimaro doesn't seem phased though.
McDonnell connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Fujimaro momentarily.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
Fujimaro dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McDonnell. That did some damage!
McDonnell has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McDonnell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fujimaro throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fujimaro swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Fujimaro.
Sone Fujimaro is winning the standup battle so far.
McDonnell scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fujimaro doesn't seem bothered though.
A nice leg kick from Fujimaro, right into the meat of the thigh.
Good shot there by McDonnell.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ger McDonnell 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#
Fujimaro takes a swing at McDonnell's ribcage but misses.
Fujimaro bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fujimaro jabs McDonnell right on the nose. McDonnell blinks but takes it well.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Fujimaro moved out of range nicely.
McDonnell tries to move into range but Fujimaro moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fujimaro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice side step and McDonnell releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Fujimaro.
A telegraphed right hand from Fujimaro misses the target.
McDonnell throws a jab when Fujimaro was well out of range.
Fujimaro swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Fujimaro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McDonnell scores with a jab. Fujimaro acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Fujimaro throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fujimaro throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
A nice side step and McDonnell releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
McDonnell throws a low kick but Fujimaro avoids it.
Nice shot lands for McDonnell.
The fighters circling - Fujimaro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonnell misses with a straight left.
McDonnell checks a leg kick. #T1#
McDonnell takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McDonnell defending well as Fujimaro loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from McDonnell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fujimaro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Fujimaro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fujimaro misses with an uppercut
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
Fujimaro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A big right from McDonnell misses.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
Fujimaro looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Fujimaro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fujimaro throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and McDonnell counters with a thumping low kick.
Fujimaro misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fujimaro throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McDonnell stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Fujimaro throws a sloppy head kick and McDonnell moves out of range easily.
McDonnell misses with a hook. Fujimaro ducked under it nicely.
A quick step to the side and Fujimaro tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by McDonnell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Fujimaro moves out of range.
A leg kick checked by McDonnell.#T2#
Donk. Fujimaro catches McDonnell right on the button with a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonnell misses with a looping right.
The crowd cheers as Fujimaro lands an impressive looking overhand right. McDonnell doesn't seem phased though.
McDonnell with a nice cross.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell avoids a kick to the body.
Fujimaro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
Fujimaro connects with a looping right hand.
McDonnell lands a body shot.
McDonnell takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McDonnell bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fujimaro's head.
McDonnell digs a good body shot into Fujimaro's ribs.
McDonnell's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McDonnell scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Fujimaro moves out of range.
McDonnell checks a low kick from Fujimaro.#T3#
McDonnell takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
A little feinted left hand from Fujimaro on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fujimaro slips under a jab.
Fujimaro avoids the body shot from McDonnell.
Fujimaro looks to land a body kick but McDonnell moved away.
McDonnell looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fujimaro lands a glancing blow to the side of McDonnell's head.
Fujimaro scores with a leg kick.
Nice body punch from Fujimaro.
Fujimaro is looking to chop away at McDonnell's legs.
Fujimaro misses with a right hand
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
Fujimaro throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but Fujimaro uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Fujimaro wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell throws a nice looking combination but Fujimaro bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Fujimaro lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McDonnell moves out of range as Fujimaro strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on Fujimaro's shoulder, as Fujimaro tries to avoid the shot.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.#T4#
McDonnell ducks right into an uppercut from Fujimaro.
Fujimaro lands with a shot to the body.
McDonnell throws a right hand that misses
and Fujimaro cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
McDonnell doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fujimaro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A swing and a miss from Fujimaro.
Fujimaro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fujimaro staying out of range there.
Fujimaro swings widly with a right hand
and McDonnell counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Fujimaro connects with a body shot that sends McDonnell's belly button to the back.
Fujimaro will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McDonnell misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Fujimaro on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McDonnell throws a jab when Fujimaro was well out of range.
Fujimaro is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fujimaro misses with a low kick.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sone Fujimaro!
A victorious Sone Fujimaro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 249 Nickel vs Widenose
Date: Oct 15, 2023

#R1#
Ajuricaba throws out a loose jab but McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ajuricaba works the jab nicely.
McDonnell lands an overhand right.
Ajuricaba avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by Ajuricaba.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ajuricaba. McDonnell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ajuricaba moves forwards but McDonnell connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ajuricaba checks a leg kick.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Ajuricaba moves away and avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ajuricaba! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nice cross by McDonnell.
Ajuricaba waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonnell.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Ajuricaba.
McDonnell with a nice calf kick.#T1#
McDonnell scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Ajuricaba misses its intended target.
McDonnell swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McDonnell's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ajuricaba under the eye.
Ajuricaba misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
Ajuricaba misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with a looping right.
Ajuricaba gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McDonnell.
Ajuricaba's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McDonnell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ajuricaba scrambles back to his feet.
Ajuricaba throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell with a nice calf kick.
McDonnell throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ajuricaba makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ajuricaba takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ajuricaba misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
Ajuricaba uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ajuricaba on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T2#
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of Ajuricaba's head but Ajuricaba sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McDonnell throws a hook but Ajuricaba avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jab, jab by Ajuricaba - just one landing.
McDonnell throws a combination that misses
and Ajuricaba counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
Ajuricaba misses with an uppercut.
It looked like McDonnell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ajuricaba misses with a wild body shot.
McDonnell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ajuricaba steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Ajuricaba darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT2#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
Ajuricaba misses with a straight left.
McDonnell with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ajuricaba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice body punch from McDonnell.
McDonnell uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ajuricaba has time to react.
A chopping leg kick lands by McDonnell.
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but Ajuricaba uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ajuricaba doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ajuricaba blocks a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Ajuricaba.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Ajuricaba.
McDonnell digs a good body shot into Ajuricaba's ribs.
Ajuricaba misses with a straight right.
A nice combination there by McDonnell.
McDonnell is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ajuricaba throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell is looking for a counter combo.#T4#
Ajuricaba misses with a looping left.
Ajuricaba on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McDonnell moves out of range of the body kick from Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba takes one to the side of the head.
Ajuricaba avoids the body shot from McDonnell.
Ajuricaba lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McDonnell at a distance.
Ajuricaba throws a jab but it's blocked by McDonnell.
Ajuricaba will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McDonnell swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ajuricaba.
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ajuricaba.
McDonnell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McDonnell misses with a lunging right hand
and Ajuricaba counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ajuricaba lunges at McDonnell with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McDonnell's hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell misses the jab.
A little jabbing left from Ajuricaba on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. Ajuricaba saw that one coming.
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 Ger McDonnell will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ajuricaba pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell throws a sloppy head kick and Ajuricaba moves out of range easily.
Ajuricaba looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Some wild striking there from McDonnell.
McDonnell checks a leg kick nicely.
McDonnell appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
McDonnell connects with a body shot that sends Ajuricaba's belly button to the back.
McDonnell lands with a hook. Ajuricaba tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ajuricaba throws a hook to the side of McDonnell's head but McDonnell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ajuricaba takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McDonnell gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell misses with a left hand
letting Ajuricaba counter with a right hand.
Ajuricaba pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell staying out of range there.
McDonnell is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ajuricaba lands with a hook. McDonnell tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ajuricaba.#T1#
Ajuricaba ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
Ajuricaba throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McDonnell 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 Ajuricaba has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ajuricaba and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A swing and a miss from Ajuricaba.
McDonnell looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
McDonnell will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McDonnell chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ajuricaba can pounce on him.
Ajuricaba throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McDonnell throwing a counter right hand but Ajuricaba manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands a jab.
Ajuricaba takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And Ajuricaba responds with a good body kick, but McDonnell manages to step out the way in time.
Ajuricaba throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ajuricaba misses with a hook.
Ajuricaba swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from McDonnell misses its target.
Ajuricaba ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.#T2#
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ajuricaba.
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ajuricaba.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Ajuricaba sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ajuricaba throws a hook but McDonnell avoids it easily.
McDonnell was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
Ajuricaba blocks a low kick nicely.
McDonnell 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McDonnell takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ajuricaba throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
McDonnell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body.
Ajuricaba displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
Nice cross by McDonnell.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ajuricaba.
McDonnell half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3#
McDonnell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ger McDonnell is winning the standup battle so far.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Ajuricaba moves out of range.
Ajuricaba uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McDonnell.
Ajuricaba darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ajuricaba keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Ajuricaba avoids the punch easily.
Good work by Ajuricaba as he checks the leg kick.
Ajuricaba looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McDonnell lands with a shot to the body.
Ajuricaba throws an off balance right hand
and McDonnell counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ajuricaba thinking.
Ajuricaba throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McDonnell moves out of range as Ajuricaba strikes.
Ajuricaba takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McDonnell walks into a left hand.
Ajuricaba swings widly with a right hand
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
McDonnell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ajuricaba avoids a punch combination nicely.
McDonnell closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Ajuricaba fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands a jab to the nose.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Ajuricaba might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, McDonnell has got the better of the exchanges.
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but Ajuricaba uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ajuricaba staying out of range there.
McDonnell lunges at Ajuricaba with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ajuricaba's hand.
McDonnell cracks Ajuricaba with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McDonnell takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ajuricaba misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab.
McDonnell misses with a leg kick.
McDonnell throws a right hand that Ajuricaba ducks under and follows up with a left that Ajuricaba also avoids with ease.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Ajuricaba steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Ajuricaba misses the shot to the body.
Nice jab there from Ajuricaba.
McDonnell digs a good body shot into Ajuricaba's ribs.
Sloppy strikes from Ajuricaba. Those never looked like landing.
McDonnell lands a leg kick that knocks Ajuricaba off balance momentarily.
Ajuricaba just misses with a punch to the body.
Ajuricaba misses with a shot to the body
and McDonnell counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McDonnell misses with a two punch combination.
Ajuricaba keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ajuricaba checks a leg kick.
Ajuricaba misses the body punch
and McDonnell counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Ajuricaba lands a body shot.
McDonnell connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McDonnell scores with a hook to the body. Ajuricaba takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Ajuricaba scores with a nice head shot.
McDonnell takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ajuricaba ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ajuricaba can do to turn this around?
McDonnell misses with a hook. Ajuricaba ducked under it nicely.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba throws a big shot that misses.
Ajuricaba throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell jabs at Ajuricaba's body.
McDonnell takes one on the button.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell throws a poor cross that misses
and Ajuricaba counters with a left to the body.
Ajuricaba looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
Ajuricaba misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ajuricaba looks to land a left hand but McDonnell moved out of range nicely.
It looked like McDonnell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Ajuricaba throws a shot from downtown. McDonnell moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ajuricaba throws an off balance right hand
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A left lands for McDonnell.
McDonnell lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
McDonnell moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
McDonnell lands a jab-cross combination.
Ajuricaba misses with a looping right.
Ajuricaba misses the shot to the body.
Ajuricaba has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ajuricaba gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McDonnell.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from McDonnell misses the target.
McDonnell checks a leg kick nicely.
McDonnell slips a straight right by Ajuricaba.
McDonnell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ajuricaba.
McDonnell throws a right and a left that Ajuricaba avoids nicely. #T3#
Ajuricaba lands with an overhand left.
Ajuricaba throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
McDonnell misses with a straight left.
Ajuricaba scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McDonnell is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McDonnell misses with a straight left.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McDonnell moves away from the strike by Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
Ajuricaba misses with a looping right.
McDonnell is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Ajuricaba. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba misses with a hook. McDonnell ducked under it nicely.
McDonnell works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A shot to the body from Ajuricaba misses
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Ajuricaba pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ajuricaba has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McDonnell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ajuricaba fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ajuricaba thuds his right hand into McDonnell's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McDonnell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ajuricaba stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ajuricaba avoids the body shot from McDonnell.
McDonnell scores with a three punch combo!
Ajuricaba cracks McDonnell with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ajuricaba misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McDonnell.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ajuricaba misses with a straight right.
McDonnell connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Huena Ajuricaba has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ajuricaba misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.

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 Ger McDonnell.
Well McDonnell 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 Josh West scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: DMMA 240 Nickel vs Roos
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
McDonnell misses with a straight right.
Wolf-Fang throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McDonnell counters with a series of strikes. Wolf-Fang will be more careful next time no doubt.
McDonnell lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for McDonnell. That snapped Wolf-Fang's head back.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
Wolf-Fang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wolf-Fang takes one to the chin there.
Wolf-Fang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
Wolf-Fang appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Wolf-Fang closes the distance and clinches up with McDonnell, looking for a takedown. Wolf-Fang pushes McDonnell against the cage but McDonnell circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from McDonnell misses the target.
McDonnell lands a leg kick that knocks Wolf-Fang off balance momentarily.
McDonnell thuds a left hand into Wolf-Fang's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell cracks Wolf-Fang with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wolf-Fang throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McDonnell appears to be looking for a big counter.
Wolf-Fang throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McDonnell.
Nice uppercut there from McDonnell.
McDonnell avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
McDonnell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ger McDonnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Wolf-Fang's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McDonnell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wolf-Fang scrambles back to his feet.
Wolf-Fang takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McDonnell takes a swing at Wolf-Fang's ribcage but misses.
Wolf-Fang replies with a solid counter kick to the body but McDonnell blocks it well.
Wolf-Fang tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McDonnell throws a series of punches but Wolf-Fang avoids them all with ease.
McDonnell throws a jab when Wolf-Fang was well out of range.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wolf-Fang looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonnell is just out of range.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wolf-Fang was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
Wolf-Fang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McDonnell.
McDonnell uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Wolf-Fang gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McDonnell.
Wolf-Fang ducks right into an uppercut from McDonnell.
Sloppy strikes from McDonnell. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
Wolf-Fang just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McDonnell doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McDonnell lands a jab.
Wolf-Fang throws a leg kick but McDonnell sees it coming and checks it nicely.
An inside leg kick from Wolf-Fang misses.
McDonnell was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McDonnell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McDonnell jabs Wolf-Fang right on the nose. Wolf-Fang blinks but takes it well.
Wolf-Fang fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McDonnell dips to his left and cracks Wolf-Fang with an uppercut!
Left hook, right uppercut from Wolf-Fang. #CUT2#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
McDonnell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wolf-Fang.
Jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but Wolf-Fang slips the punch.
McDonnell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3#
Wolf-Fang throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McDonnell connects with a right hand. Wolf-Fang shakes it off.
McDonnell connects with a good right hand that stumbles Wolf-Fang. Wolf-Fang circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Wolf-Fang moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromWolf-Fang.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell lands a jab to the nose.
McDonnell misses with a hook.
A left lands for McDonnell.
Wolf-Fang takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McDonnell moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Wolf-Fang throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A shot to the body from McDonnell misses
enabling Wolf-Fang to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice sprawl there from McDonnell as Wolf-Fang shoots in.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wolf-Fang. McDonnell does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
McDonnell lands a leg kick that knocks Wolf-Fang off balance momentarily.
McDonnell throws a leg kick but Wolf-Fang moved away.
McDonnell lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McDonnell changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell checks the leg kick nicely there.
Wolf-Fang shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Wolf-Fang takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A slapping leg kick lands for McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Wolf-Fang moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Wolf-Fang backs up against the cage.
McDonnell goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Wolf-Fang is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McDonnell rather than just go for the knockout.
Wolf-Fang takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
That's time! McDonnell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
McDonnell lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Wolf-Fang backs up against the cage.
McDonnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wolf-Fang can do to turn this around?
Wolf-Fang drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Good leg kick by McDonnell.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wolf-Fang manages to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Wolf-Fang misses.
Wolf-Fang on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A jab lands there for McDonnell.
McDonnell fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McDonnell defending well as Wolf-Fang loads up on a big left hand.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Wolf-Fang might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, McDonnell has got the better of the exchanges.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Wolf-Fang moves away and avoids it.
Wolf-Fang swings for the body but McDonnell moves out of range.
A head kick by Wolf-Fang misses
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ger McDonnell is winning the standup battle so far.
A decent looking cross lands there for McDonnell.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Wolf-Fang moves away and avoids it.
Wolf-Fang lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A bone on bone clash there as McDonnell blocks the leg kick.
Wolf-Fang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McDonnell counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Wolf-Fang moves out of range.
McDonnell lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McDonnell takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McDonnell scores with a nice head shot.
A telegraphed right hand from McDonnell misses the target.
Wolf-Fang now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Wolf-Fang throws a sloppy head kick and McDonnell moves out of range easily.
McDonnell went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
McDonnell scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McDonnell attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
McDonnell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wolf-Fang misses the jab.
Jab from McDonnell.
Wolf-Fang jabs at McDonnell's body.
Wolf-Fang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
Wolf-Fang slips a straight right by McDonnell.
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. Wolf-Fang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD2#
Wolf-Fang bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Wolf-Fang is trying to ground and pound but McDonnell uses the momentary lack of control by Wolf-Fang to regain half guard.
Wolf-Fang throwing shots but McDonnell is blocking nicely. #T3#
Wolf-Fang prevents McDonnell from improving his position.
Wolf-Fang thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Wolf-Fang is controlling the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Wolf-Fang working the head and body with strikes.
McDonnell trying to control but Wolf-Fang postures up.
Wolf-Fang is looking to stall here but McDonnell recovers full guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Wolf-Fang is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
McDonnell 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.
Wolf-Fang content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Wolf-Fang sitting in guard, not really doing much.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
McDonnell lands a nice hook to Wolf-Fang's body. Wolf-Fang takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McDonnell jabs Wolf-Fang right on the nose. Wolf-Fang blinks but takes it well.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
Wolf-Fang has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McDonnell finds it's way round the side to connect with Wolf-Fang's head.
Wolf-Fang misses with an attempted mid kick.
Wolf-Fang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
A cross from McDonnell lands.
McDonnell lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolf-Fang looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McDonnell swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Wolf-Fang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nice jab there from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands a nice hook to Wolf-Fang's body. Wolf-Fang takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McDonnell misses with a straight right. #T1#
McDonnell takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wolf-Fang chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McDonnell can pounce on him.
Wolf-Fang slips under a jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell with a nice cross.
Wolf-Fang steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with a two punch combination.
McDonnell throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Wolf-Fang counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Wolf-Fang stopping the sweep attempt from McDonnell.
Wolf-Fang trying to control but McDonnell is working from the bottom.
Wolf-Fang in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Wolf-Fang works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2#
Wolf-Fang missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McDonnell is staying active underneath Wolf-Fang, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Wolf-Fang looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Wolf-Fang throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Wolf-Fang missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wolf-Fang content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Wolf-Fang scores with a body shot. #T3#
Wolf-Fang tries to clinch
and Wolf-Fang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wolf-Fang moves away.
McDonnell digs a good body shot into Wolf-Fang's ribs.
Nice body punch from McDonnell.
McDonnell cracks a nice hook into Wolf-Fang's ribs.
A cross from Wolf-Fang lands.
Wolf-Fang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McDonnell connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
Wolf-Fang misses with a body shot. #T4#
McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wolf-Fang.
Wolf-Fang takes one to the side of the head. #TD2#
Wolf-Fang feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wolf-Fang trying to control but McDonnell is working from the bottom.
McDonnell is adopting a defensive guard.
Wolf-Fang trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonnell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wolf-Fang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ger McDonnell showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McDonnell, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ger McDonnell!
Our winner, Ger McDonnell, 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: DMMA 230 Barboza vs Bonaparte
Date: Aug 27, 2023

#R1#
Jack lands with a straight right. McDonnell didn't see that one coming.
McDonnell throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Jack to counter with a crisp jab.
McDonnell moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
McDonnell fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jack on the side of the head.
McDonnell moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jack looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonnell is just out of range.
McDonnell lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jack's sensitive parts.
Jack 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.
McDonnell takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jack counters with a good, hard body kick but McDonnell shrugs it off.
Jack lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McDonnell circles away quickly and effectively.
McDonnell throws an off balance right hand
and Jack counters with a one-two to the body.
Jack uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a head kick that half lands.
McDonnell connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McDonnell with the inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Jack misses its intended target.
McDonnell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jack.
Jack misses with a wild body shot.
McDonnell throws a head kick but Jack moves out of range. #T1#
A jab from Jack finds it's way through McDonnell's defenses.
Jack connects with the punch.
Jack tries to move into range but McDonnell moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jack misses with a hook. McDonnell ducked under it nicely.
McDonnell scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jack doesn't seem bothered though.
Jack dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jack fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jack at a distance.
Jack misses with a body kick.
A cross from Jack lands.
Jack pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jack fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell throwing a counter right hand but Jack manages to avoid it.
Jack throws a big shot that misses.
Jack paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jack.
McDonnell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Jack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mustang Jack seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jack to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Jack throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Jack blocks the leg kick.
Jack shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jack throws out a loose jab but McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid it.
McDonnell is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A big left from Jack misses.
McDonnell scores with a nice right hand.
McDonnell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jack sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jack throws out a counter right but McDonnell avoids it with no problem.
Jack is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! McDonnell had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Jack misses the shot to the body.
Jack throws a low kick but McDonnell avoids it.
Jack tries to score with a low kick but McDonnell moves his leg out of the way.
Jack defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand.
Jack pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jack 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.
McDonnell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jack moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jack swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jack misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a nice body shot. #T3#
Jack looks to land a left hand but McDonnell moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - McDonnell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
McDonnell throws a big counter combination but Jack scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Sloppy strikes from Jack. Those never looked like landing.
Jack works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jack manages to avoid it.
McDonnell fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jack.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jack.
Jack throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McDonnell darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jack. That's going to slow McDonnell down.
McDonnell throws a leg kick but Jack checks it.
It seemed like Jack was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jack throws an off balance right hand
and McDonnell counters with a three punch combo that has Jack backing up. Jack nods at McDonnell to acknowledge the strikes.
Jack attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jack 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!
Jack just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Jack misses.
McDonnell tries a low kick but Jack avoids it.#T4#
McDonnell misses with a body shot.
Jack takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jack throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jack keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McDonnell lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jack misses with a hook.
McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jack.
Jack misses the shot to the body.
Jack misses with a left hand
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jack fails to land with a series of punches.
Jack misses with a straight left.
Jack lands the left hand.
Jack uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jack misses with a straight right.
McDonnell fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jack.
Jack misses with a wild body shot.
McDonnell is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jack scoring well with a low kick there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mustang Jack will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Jack throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Jack moves out of range.
Jack feints a counter leg kick.
McDonnell misses with a wild combination.
McDonnell has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jack.
McDonnell takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jack misses with a body kick.
McDonnell misses with a low kick.
Jack throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell throws a low kick, looking for Jack's leg but Jack calmly moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jack feints a counter leg kick.
McDonnell throws a looping overhand right but Jack ducks down to avoid it.
Jack throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
McDonnell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McDonnell connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
Jack scores with a jab to the body.
Jack throws a leg kick but McDonnell checks it.
Jack misses with a left hand
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jack blocks a leg kick.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
Jack jabs McDonnell to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jack swings for the body but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McDonnell throws a right hand that Jack ducks under and follows up with a left that Jack also avoids with ease.
Jack lands a nice shot to the body.
Jack turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jack looks to land a combination but McDonnell avoids it well.
McDonnell was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jack moves away.
Jack misses the shot to the body.
Jack takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice leg kick from Jack, right into the meat of the thigh. #T2#
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Jack moved out of range.
Jack looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jack digs a good body shot into McDonnell's ribs.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the body.
Jack throws a lazy right hand but McDonnell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McDonnell bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jack's head.
McDonnell misses with a wild combination.
Jack throws a hook but McDonnell blocks it.
McDonnell misses with a double jab.
Jack thuds his right hand into McDonnell's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McDonnell misses with a hook.
Jack throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
Jack swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jack throws a head kick that misses. #T3#
McDonnell misses with a wild combination.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jack thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell lands with a shot to the body.
McDonnell throws a lazy uppercut
and Jack counters with a right hand to the body.
McDonnell lands a glancing blow to the side of Jack's head.
McDonnell tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd cheers as McDonnell lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jack doesn't seem phased though.
Jack moves out of range as McDonnell strikes.
McDonnell takes one to the chin there.
Jack lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
McDonnell changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jack throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jack throws an off balance right hand
and McDonnell counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell slips under a jab.#T4#
McDonnell scores with a jab. Jack acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jack moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McDonnell gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jack tries a low kick but McDonnell avoids it.
Mustang Jack seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Jack does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jack let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A swing and a miss from Jack.
McDonnell thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell throws a looping overhand right but Jack ducks down to avoid it.
Jack blocks a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jack throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from McDonnell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McDonnell scores with a nice strike.
McDonnell stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jack.
McDonnell works the jab nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Ger McDonnell will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jack misses the jab.
McDonnell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jack throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Jack there.
McDonnell scores with a hook.
Jack scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McDonnell throws a combination that misses
letting Jack counter with a right hand.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jack checks a leg kick.
Jack rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McDonnell moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jack has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jack stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Jack avoids the punch easily.
Jack lands a lovely overhand right.
McDonnell is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McDonnell blocks a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jack on the side of the head.
McDonnell misses the jab.
Jack misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Jack on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Some wild striking there from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a leg kick but Jack sees it coming and moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Jack on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jack throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from McDonnell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A big right from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jack.
Jack misses with a right hand
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab.
McDonnell scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jack misses with a hook.
A big right from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jack.
Jack uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
Jack throws out a leg kick but McDonnell moves out of range and Jack only half commits.
Jack has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McDonnell.
Jack scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Jack uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McDonnell.
McDonnell avoids a punch combination nicely.
Donk. Jack catches McDonnell right on the button with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell staying out of range there.
Jack misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jack takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McDonnell moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Jack moved out of range nicely.
Jack throws a leg kick but McDonnell sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jack throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
Jack misses the shot to the body.
Jack tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jack scores with a body shot.
That kick from McDonnell tenderised Jack's leg. Jack is trying to keep his angry face on.#T3#
Jack doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jack loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jack.
Jack with a nice calf kick.
Jack looks to land a right hand but McDonnell moved out of range.
Jack takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jack has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McDonnell finds it's way round the side to connect with Jack's head.
McDonnell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Jack is just out of range.
Jack throws a hook but McDonnell avoids it easily.
Jack checks the leg kick.
Jack fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jack.
McDonnell misses with a body shot.
McDonnell throws a jab when Jack was well out of range.
Jack throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
McDonnell throws a good cross that connects.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jack throws a hook to the side of McDonnell's head but McDonnell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jack was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jack.
A little feinted left hand from McDonnell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A slapping leg kick lands for McDonnell.
Jack thuds his right hand into McDonnell's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McDonnell checks the leg kick.
Jack walks into a left hand.
Jack lands a nice looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Jack does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jack tries to land a front kick but McDonnell steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jack lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
A jab from Jack does it's job there.
McDonnell throws a head kick that misses
and Jack cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jack looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mustang Jack.
Well Jack 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mustang Jack!

Event: DMMA 222 Roos vs Widenose
Date: Aug 06, 2023

#R1#
McDonnell keeps the fight on the outside.
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by Williams.
McDonnell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
McDonnell staying out of range there.
McDonnell needs to keep his hands up - Williams had a free shot at his head there.
McDonnell clobbers Williams with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Williams scores with a nice strike.
Carter Williams seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Williams misses with a series of wild punches.
McDonnell swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Williams looks to land a right hand but McDonnell moved out of range.
McDonnell swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Williams 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.
McDonnell fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL2#
Williams moves into the clinch.#BC#
McDonnell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McDonnell uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McDonnell cracks Williams with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell moves out of range as Williams strikes.
Williams with a nice cross.
Williams throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell throws a hook but Williams avoids it easily.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Williams moves away.
McDonnell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1#
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Williams throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Williams is just out of range.
Williams throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
Nice cross by McDonnell.
Williams pivots, looking for a leg kick but McDonnell is out of range and Williams settles back down.
McDonnell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Williams let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
McDonnell is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Williams slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by Williams.
Williams throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Williams misses with a hook.
Ger McDonnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Williams misses with a looping right.
A quick step to the side and McDonnell tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Williams manages to avoid it.
Williams moves out of range of the strikes.
Williams 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.
Williams shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Williamss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Williams stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Williams throws a low kick but McDonnell avoids it.
Williams scores with the left hand. McDonnell knows he should have avoided that one.
A slow jab from Williams misses its intended target.
McDonnell slips under a jab from Williams.
McDonnell lands a nice shot that snaps Williams's head back.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Williams is just out of range.
Williams blocks a jab.
Williams with the counter takedown but McDonnell avoids it easily.
McDonnell is looking to slow Williams down with leg kicks.
Williams doesn't manage to clinch there - McDonnell circles away.
Williams rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McDonnell counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Williams.
A counter left hand to the body from McDonnell misses its target.
McDonnell misses with a wild combination.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Williams does a little dance to reset his feet.
Williams takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McDonnell slips under a jab from Williams.
McDonnell swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Williams fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McDonnell has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Williams swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell is looking to score with low kicks.
Nice shot lands for Williams.
A solid leg kick lands there for McDonnell.
Williams takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on Williams's shoulder, as Williams tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
A nice leg kick lands there from Williams.
McDonnell blocks the body kick.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
Williams pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from McDonnell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A leg kick checked by McDonnell.
Williams looks to land a left hand but McDonnell moved out of range nicely.
Williams lands the left hand.
McDonnell misses with a leg kick.
Good exchange - McDonnell coming out on top.
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!
Williams shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McDonnell but McDonnell pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T4#
McDonnell lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McDonnell is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Williams misses with a hook.
Williams moves forwards but McDonnell connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Williams takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Williams is looking to chop away at McDonnell's legs.
Williams tries to close the distance and clinch up but McDonnell swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Williams throws a right hand that misses
and Williams takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McDonnell scores with a hook to the body. Williams takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Williams misses the jab.
Williams throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Williams.
A big left from Williams misses.
McDonnell takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
McDonnell scores with a crisp jab that stopped Williams in his tracks.
Williams looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
Williams throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McDonnell is looking to counter punch.
Nice jab there from McDonnell.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Williams fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands a jab.
McDonnell fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Williams is out of range.
That kick from Williams tenderised McDonnell's leg. McDonnell is trying to keep his angry face on.
McDonnell misses with a double jab.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McDonnell lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
McDonnell swings for the body but Williams moves out of range.
Williams throws out a counter right but McDonnell avoids it with no problem.
McDonnell lands an overhand right.
Williams misses with a hook
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
Williams looks to land a right hand but McDonnell moved out of range.
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Williams.
McDonnell connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonnell takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McDonnell listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McDonnell digs a good body shot into Williams's ribs.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
McDonnell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Williams.
Williams takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
McDonnell feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Williamss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McDonnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Williams can do to turn this around?
A telegraphed right hand from Williams misses the target.
McDonnell checks a low kick from Williams.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Williams avoids the punch easily.
McDonnell lands a body shot.
McDonnell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Williams wants to counter the offense by McDonnell and move into the clinch position.
The fight stays on the outside here - Williams looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ger McDonnell is winning the standup battle so far.
McDonnell bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Williams looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
Williams bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McDonnell's head backwards.
Williams scores with a hook.
Williams keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Williams takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
McDonnell feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Williamss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Williams throws a lazy right hand but McDonnell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell walks into a left hand. #T2#
Williams is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McDonnell staying out of range there.
McDonnell checks a low kick from Williams.
Williams ducks right into an uppercut from McDonnell.
A low kick lands for Williams.
A swing and a miss from Williams.
Williams throws a hook but McDonnell avoids it easily.
McDonnell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Williams sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McDonnell moves away from the strike by Williams.
Nice cross by Williams.
Williams throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Williams doesn't seem bothered though.
The fight stays on the outside here - Williams looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The fighters circling - McDonnell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Williams wants to land a leg kick but McDonnell is out of range.
Williams rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Williams throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.#T3#
A jab lands there for McDonnell.
Williams throws a nice head kick!
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Williams moved out of range nicely.
McDonnell lands a slapping body shot.
Williams takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Williams checks the leg kick nicely there.
Williams walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Williams walks into a jab.
Williams moves out of range of the strikes.
Williams misses with a few strikes there.
Nice cross by McDonnell.
McDonnell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters circling - Williams throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Williams gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Williams throws a leg kick
and McDonnell counters with a nice uppercut.
McDonnell lands with an overhand left.#T4#
McDonnell feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Williamss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Williams stuns McDonnell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
Williams has McDonnell up against the cage in a clinch.
A body shot lands from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Williams or not.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Williams.
Williams throws an elbow but it misses.
McDonnell lands a shoulder strike.
Williams goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McDonnell blocks an elbow strike.
A right hand to the body from McDonnell.
Williams is breathing heavily.
A short left from McDonnell. #BC#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A left lands for Williams.
Williams on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
Williams fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McDonnell checks it well.
McDonnell gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Nice shot lands for McDonnell.
Williams thuds a left hand into McDonnell's body.
Williams has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The fighters circling - Williams throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonnell lands a body shot.
McDonnell uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Williams has time to react.
Williams throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
McDonnell throws a looping overhand right but Williams ducks down to avoid it.
Williams misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Williams finds it's way round the side to connect with McDonnell's head.
Williams throws a shot from downtown. McDonnell moves away and avoids it.
Williams misses with a jab to the body
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell scores with a hook.
Williams tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Williams does a little dance to reset his feet.
Williams pivots, looking for a leg kick but McDonnell is out of range and Williams settles back down.
McDonnell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Williams defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Williams throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
McDonnell chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
Williams is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Williams swings widly with a right hand
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
McDonnell lands with a cross.
Williams ducks right into an uppercut from McDonnell.
Williams wants to clinch.
McDonnell connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Williams's hands.
Williams thows a left - swing and a miss!
Williams throws a hook to the side of McDonnell's head but McDonnell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Williams throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
McDonnell gets tackled into the cage by Williams. Williams maintains the clinch.
McDonnell lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Williams pushes McDonnell back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on Williams's shoulder, as Williams tries to avoid the shot.
Nice cross by McDonnell.
McDonnell fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Williams looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McDonnell lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Williams cracks McDonnell with an open hand slap.
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Williams.
Williams rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Williams.
McDonnell lands a nice looking body shot.
Williams thows a left - swing and a miss!
Williams missing with a left hand there. McDonnell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
Williams connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Williams thows a leg kick but McDonnell checks it
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
McDonnell lands a nice leg kick that just misses Williams's sensitive parts.
Williams misses the shot to the body.
Williams slips a straight right by McDonnell.
Williams thuds a left hand into McDonnell's body.
Williams walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Williams moves away.
McDonnell lands a glancing blow to the side of Williams's head.
Jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws out a powerful jab.
McDonnell slips a jab from Williams.
Williams takes one to the chin there.
Williams tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McDonnell manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Williams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McDonnell.
Williams lands with a nice body punch.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Williams throws a nice looking combination but McDonnell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Williams bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McDonnell's head backwards.#T4#
Williams misses with a left hand
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
McDonnell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McDonnell lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McDonnell lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Williams throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McDonnell blocks a low kick nicely.
McDonnell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Williams throws out the jab.
Williams throws a right hand that misses
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McDonnell sizes up Williams with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McDonnell misses the jab.
Williams tries to close the distance and clinch but McDonnell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Williams needs to keep his hands up - McDonnell had a free shot at his head there.
Williams misses with a low kick.
McDonnell is looking for a counter combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A punch lands to the side of Williams 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Williams swings widly with a right hand
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A swing and a miss from Williams.
Carter Williams has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Williams tries to clinch up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ger McDonnell showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McDonnell 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: DMMA 210 Pinkman vs Vaiduoklis
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1#
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Bogachev counter with a right hand.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
Bogachev lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McDonnell circles away quickly and effectively.
Bogachev seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Bogachev connects with a leg kick.
Nice shot lands for McDonnell.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
A quick step to the side and Bogachev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bogachev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell swings away with a body shot that misses
and McDonnell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
Bogachev loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut.
Bogachev checks the leg kick nicely there.
McDonnell throws a looping overhand right but Bogachev ducks down to avoid it.
McDonnell scores with a sloppy right hand. Bogachev should have avoided that one.
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
McDonnell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell connects with a leg kick.
Bogachev dodges the punch combination from McDonnell.
An attempted straight right counter from Bogachev misses the target.
McDonnell lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Bogachev takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McDonnell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Bogachev misses the target.
Jab, jab by McDonnell - just one landing.
McDonnell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bogachev stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bogachev takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
McDonnell tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bogachev is able to avoid easily.
A little feinted left hand from Bogachev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
McDonnell throws a jab when Bogachev was well out of range.
McDonnell feints and then cracks Bogachev's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bogachev down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on Bogachev's shoulder, as Bogachev tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Bogachev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McDonnell.
McDonnell jabs at Bogachev's body.
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bogachev misses with a straight left.
McDonnell throws a leg kick
and Bogachev counters with a straight right hand.
Bogachev misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
Bogachev blocks a jab.
McDonnell cracks Bogachev with an open hand slap.
McDonnell lands with a hook. Bogachev tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McDonnell blocks a leg kick.#T3#
McDonnell scores with a sloppy right hand. Bogachev should have avoided that one.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Bogachev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McDonnell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bogachev.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McDonnell tests Bogachev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McDonnell misses with a wild combination.
McDonnell misses with a lunging right hand
and Bogachev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McDonnell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bogachev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McDonnell doesn't seem bothered though.
McDonnell connects with a right hand. Bogachev shakes it off.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut.
Nice shot by McDonnell.
A swing and a miss from Bogachev.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
Bogachev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a lazy uppercut
letting Bogachev counter with a right hand.
McDonnell throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Bogachev counter with a right hand.
McDonnell feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bogachevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bogachev is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Jab by McDonnell.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A combination from McDonnell does no damage.
Bogachev jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Bogachev moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Bogachev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell throws a combination. Bogachev tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Bogachev looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
McDonnell cracks Bogachev with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ger McDonnell seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McDonnell throws an off balance right hand
enabling Bogachev to counter with a crisp jab.
McDonnell is looking to score with low kicks.
It looked like Bogachev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell connects with a solid leg kick.
Bogachev slips a straight right by McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with the combination.
Bogachev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
McDonnell lands a body shot.
McDonnell connects with a body shot that sends Bogachev's belly button to the back.
McDonnell lands a body shot.
Bogachev misses with a hook
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice jab there from McDonnell.
McDonnell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bogachev takes one on the button.
Bogachev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by Bogachev.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McDonnell, as that shot connected.
A punch combination from Bogachev misses.
McDonnell stalks Bogachev and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bogachev's face. Bogachev staggers backwards, shaken.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonnell lands with a cross.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Bogachev might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
McDonnell lands a jab to the nose.
Bogachev throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
Bogachev slips under a jab.
McDonnell scores with a decent looking hook.
Bogachev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
A little feinted left hand from Bogachev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bogachev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bogachev throws a body kick that misses.
Bogachev takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McDonnell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3#
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bogachev.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bogachev gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McDonnell.
McDonnell lands the left hand.
Bogachev slips under a jab from McDonnell.
It appears Bogachev was looking to counter with a kick there.
McDonnell throws a lazy uppercut
and Bogachev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bogachev takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McDonnell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bogachev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bogachev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bogachev throwing a counter right hand but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
Bogachev misses with a hook. McDonnell ducked under it nicely.
A slapping leg kick lands for McDonnell.
Bogachev looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A punch combination from Bogachev misses. #T4#
McDonnell ducks down and throws 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!
Bogachev takes one to the side of the head.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Bogachev moves out of range.
McDonnell misses with a hook
and Bogachev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#That has opened up Ger McDonnell's cut even more.
Bogachev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McDonnell misses the jab.
Bogachev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
Bogachev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McDonnell connects with the punch.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bogachev throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell'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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
McDonnell throws a poor cross that misses
and Bogachev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Motshan Bogachev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. Bogachev saw that one coming.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Bogachev is just out of range.
McDonnell fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bogachev takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Good standup being displayed there by McDonnell as he connects with a hook.
McDonnell lands a lovely overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but Bogachev uses good head movement to avoid it.
McDonnell throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bogachev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell misses with a shot to the body
and Bogachev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell moves away from the strike by Bogachev. #T1#
McDonnell scores with a punch to the head.
McDonnell misses with a series of wild punches.
Bogachev throws a low kick, looking for McDonnell's leg but McDonnell calmly moves out of range.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on Bogachev's shoulder, as Bogachev tries to avoid the shot.
Bogachev tries to land a front kick but McDonnell steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Bogachev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bogachev takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev counters with a straight right hand.
McDonnell tests Bogachev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McDonnell works over Bogachev's head and body with a nice combination.#T2#
A big right from McDonnell misses.
Bogachev ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands with a nice body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bogachev counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bogachev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Bogachev misses the target.
McDonnell lands a nice shot to the body.
Bogachev loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
McDonnell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McDonnell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bogachev looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
McDonnell connects with a body shot that sends Bogachev's belly button to the back.#T3#
Bogachev thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bogachev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McDonnell throws a hook but Bogachev blocks it.
Bogachev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McDonnell connects with a body shot that sends Bogachev's belly button to the back.
Bogachev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice body punch from McDonnell.
Bogachev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McDonnell throws a poor cross that misses
and Bogachev counters with a nice body kick.
McDonnell scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bogachev wants to land a leg kick but McDonnell is out of range.
McDonnell throws a series of punches but Bogachev avoids them all with ease.
As McDonnell backs away, Bogachev returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
McDonnell throws out a leg kick but Bogachev moves out of range and McDonnell only half commits.
Bogachev throws a big counter combination but McDonnell scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McDonnell smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McDonnell misses with a looping right.
Bogachev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
Bogachev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bogachev needs to keep his hands up - McDonnell had a free shot at his head there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell slips a straight right by Bogachev.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McDonnell throws a jab when Bogachev was well out of range.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bogachev was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with a lunging right hand
letting Bogachev counter with a right hand.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Bogachev misses.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ger McDonnell!
A victorious Ger McDonnell thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 200 Pinkman vs Grant 3
Date: Jun 03, 2023

#R1#
Lincoln loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
McDonnell connects with a body shot that sends Lincoln 's belly button to the back.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Lincoln .
Lincoln misses with a hook.
Lincoln feints and then cracks McDonnell's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McDonnell down.
Lincoln avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lincoln 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 McDonnell has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McDonnell and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lincoln misses with a looping left.
Lincoln takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lincoln lands a jab.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
Lincoln steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Lincoln keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
Lincoln moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell throws an off balance right hand
and Lincoln counters with a nice uppercut.
Lincoln fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McDonnell on the side of the head.
A low kick from McDonnell misses
and Lincoln counters with a 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!
McDonnell comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
Lincoln uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
Lincoln misses with a shot to the body
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
Lincoln misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McDonnell takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lincoln throws a push kick but McDonnell slaps the foot to one side.
McDonnell punishes Lincoln 's body with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick from Lincoln , right into the meat of the thigh.
Lincoln slips under a jab.
Lincoln displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
Lincoln connects with a single shot there.
McDonnell blocks a jab.
We've been told by Lincoln 's head coaches at Far-Q Fight Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lincoln ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
McDonnell is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lincoln slips under a jab.
Lincoln slips a straight right by McDonnell.
Lincoln will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. Lincoln saw that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lincoln misses with a straight right. #T2#
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
Lincoln appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lincoln looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
McDonnell pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lincoln is out of range and McDonnell settles back down.
Lincoln defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand.
Lincoln throws a low kick but it's checked well by McDonnell.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McDonnell swings for the body but Lincoln moves out of range.
McDonnell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lincoln feints and then cracks McDonnell's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McDonnell down.
McDonnell throws a solid leg kick but Lincoln takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McDonnell.
Lincoln takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by Lincoln .
McDonnell 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.
Lincoln takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McDonnell throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lincoln counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McDonnell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Good leg kick by McDonnell.
Lincoln connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T3#
Lincoln lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
McDonnell swings for the body but Lincoln moves out of range.
Lincoln slips a jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lincoln .
Lincoln ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
McDonnell lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McDonnell misses with a double jab
and Lincoln counters with a nice leg kick.
McDonnell is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Lincoln avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McDonnell lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Lincoln pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Lincoln avoids the punch easily.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lincoln lands a glancing blow to the side of McDonnell's head.
Alexander Lincoln seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Lincoln sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lincoln goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#T4#
Lincoln ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
Lincoln cracks McDonnell with a good jab.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Lincoln sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lincoln feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lincoln is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Lincoln moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lincoln moves away.
Lincoln displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
Lincoln fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands a jab-cross combination.
Lincoln cracks McDonnell with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McDonnell misses with a body punch
and Lincoln counters with an inside leg kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for McDonnell.
McDonnell takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
McDonnell avoids the head kick by Lincoln .
Nice uppercut lands for Lincoln . That snapped McDonnell's head back.
A leg kick checked by McDonnell.
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 Alexander Lincoln will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Nice shot lands for Lincoln .
Lincoln throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lincoln on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lincoln moves away.
Lincoln is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Lincoln moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lincoln checks a leg kick.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lincoln walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McDonnell checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McDonnell connects with a body shot that sends Lincoln 's belly button to the back.
Lincoln with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Lincoln avoids the punch easily.
Lincoln jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A telegraphed right hand from McDonnell misses the target.
Lincoln throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell connects with a leg kick. #T1#
Lincoln lands with a shot to the body.
No joy there for McDonnell, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
Lincoln looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McDonnell moves out of range as Lincoln throws a body kick.
McDonnell misses with a leg kick.
Lincoln appears to be looking for a big counter.
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
McDonnell feints and then cracks Lincoln 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lincoln down.
Lincoln avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alexander Lincoln is winning the standup battle so far.
Lincoln lands a leg kick that knocks McDonnell off balance momentarily.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lincoln was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a leg kick
and Lincoln counters with an inside leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Lincoln .
Lincoln thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Lincoln is out of range.
Lincoln showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McDonnell. #T2#
Lincoln lands a glancing blow to the side of McDonnell's head.
McDonnell's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lincoln throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters with a three punch combo that has Lincoln backing up. Lincoln nods at McDonnell to acknowledge the strikes.
McDonnell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lincoln throws out the jab.
McDonnell misses the jab.
Sloppy strikes from Lincoln . Those never looked like landing.
Lincoln will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lincoln avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lincoln misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a thumping low kick.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
Lincoln scores with a hook to the body. McDonnell takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McDonnell clobbers Lincoln with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
McDonnell moves away from the strike by Lincoln .
McDonnell throws a jab when Lincoln was well out of range.
McDonnell throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lincoln counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T3#
Lincoln throws a low kick but McDonnell moves out of range easily.
Lincoln misses with a body shot.
McDonnell bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lincoln slips under a jab from McDonnell.
Lincoln throws a big shot that misses.
Lincoln misses with a body punch
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lincoln .
Lincoln motions for McDonnell to come forward. Lincoln throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McDonnell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body.
Lincoln misses with a low kick.
McDonnell connects with a looping right hand.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body.
A shot to the body from McDonnell misses
and Lincoln connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Good exchange - Lincoln coming out on top.#T4#
Lincoln throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
McDonnell lands with a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lincoln .
McDonnell misses with a hook. Lincoln ducked under it nicely.
McDonnell throws a front kick aimed at Lincoln 's knee but Lincoln avoids it well.
Lincoln lands a head kick. McDonnell smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
McDonnell misses with a hook. Lincoln ducked under it nicely.
Lincoln swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lincoln is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McDonnell.
Lincoln uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with a series of wild punches.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but Lincoln slips the punch.
McDonnell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but Lincoln slips the punch.
Lincoln throws a counter high kick but McDonnell was just alert enough to avoid it.
Lincoln misses with a hook.
Lincoln looks to land a body kick but McDonnell moved away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ger McDonnell will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McDonnell throws a head kick but Lincoln moves out of range.
Lincoln throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McDonnell stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A decent looking cross lands there for McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a hook but Lincoln avoids it easily.
McDonnell slips a jab from Lincoln .
McDonnell catches Lincoln with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Lincoln moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lincoln throws a shot to the body.
Lincoln lands with an overhand left.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
Lincoln is looking to slow McDonnell down with leg kicks.
Lincoln misses with a body shot.
McDonnell lands with an uppercut that bounces Lincoln off the cage and back into range.
McDonnell takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lincoln in his tracks.
McDonnell smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McDonnell throws a head kick that misses
and Lincoln counters with a good low kick that McDonnell was not able to check. #T1#
A nice inside leg kick there by McDonnell. That's going to slow Lincoln down.
Lincoln pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell is looking for the big counter here.
Lincoln sizes up McDonnell with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
Lincoln keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
Lincoln throws a sloppy head kick and McDonnell moves out of range easily.
Nice cross by McDonnell.
Lincoln throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lincoln throws the kick towards the body but McDonnell avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McDonnell! But no joy.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
The fighters circle momentarily. McDonnell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lincoln jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell throws a low kick, looking for Lincoln 's leg but Lincoln calmly moves out of range.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lincoln .
Lincoln thinks about countering with a head kick.
Lincoln darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
A jab lands there for Lincoln .
McDonnell throws a leg kick but Lincoln moved away.
Lincoln feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McDonnells jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell throws a head kick that misses.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body.
Lincoln appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Lincoln .
McDonnell moves out of range of the body kick.
McDonnell takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Lincoln is out of range.
Lincoln misses with a looping right.
Lincoln on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T3#
McDonnell tries to land a leg kick but Lincoln saw it coming and moves away.
Lincoln looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Lincoln moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lincoln misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good shot there by Lincoln .
Lincoln keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A combination from McDonnell does no damage.
A big right from Lincoln misses.
McDonnell avoids the head kick by Lincoln .
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lincoln .
Lincoln throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
McDonnell throws a lazy uppercut
and Lincoln counters with a leg kick.
Lincoln throws a right hand that misses
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
Lincoln finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut.
Lincoln moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from McDonnell misses. #T4#
Lincoln misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lincoln 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.
Lincoln misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lincoln avoids the body shot from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lincoln finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
A nice leg kick from Lincoln , right into the meat of the thigh.
Lincoln throws a front kick that sends McDonnell stumbling back into the cage.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with a straight left.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lincoln manages to avoid it.
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lincoln drops his hands momentarily and McDonnell takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lincoln walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McDonnell checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lincoln scores with a nice right hand.
McDonnell connects with a crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Alexander Lincoln .
Well Lincoln 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 29:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: DMMA 191 Hightower vs Vilkas 2
Date: May 07, 2023

#R1#
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
Ries connects with a single shot there.#CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
McDonnell uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
A big right from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McDonnell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ries misses with a two punch combination.
McDonnell jabs at Ries's body.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. Ries saw that one coming.
McDonnell lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McDonnell scores with a jab. Ries acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ries misses with an uppercut.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ries was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
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!
McDonnell scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ries doesn't seem bothered though.
McDonnell stuns Ries with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Jab by McDonnell.
McDonnell tries to bum rush Ries with a series of wild strikes but Ries uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A punch combination from Ries misses.
McDonnell fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ries.
Ries slips under a jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a right and a left that Ries avoids nicely.
Ries walks into a jab.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Ries.
Ries slips a straight right by McDonnell.
McDonnell scoring well with a low kick there.
McDonnell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ries sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ries throws a lazy right hand but McDonnell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McDonnell misses with a double jab.
McDonnell scores with a body shot.
An inside leg kick from McDonnell misses. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ries drops his hands momentarily and McDonnell takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A punch lands to the side of Ries 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ries manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Ries misses the target.
Good standup being displayed there by McDonnell as he connects with a hook.
McDonnell throws a hook but Ries avoids it easily.
Nice shot lands for McDonnell.
McDonnell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ries.
Ries misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
McDonnell unleashes a big counter combination but Ries bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
McDonnell has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ries finds it's way round the side to connect with McDonnell's head.
McDonnell works the jab nicely.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Ries moves away and avoids it.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell slips a jab from Ries.
Ries on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
McDonnell fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ries.
Ries throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
Ries will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ries lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McDonnell dips to his left and cracks Ries with an uppercut!
McDonnell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ries.
McDonnell misses with a jab to the body
and Ries counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ries throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McDonnell! But no joy.
McDonnell with a nice cross.
McDonnell thuds his right hand into Ries's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of Ries's head but Ries sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ries fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McDonnell on the side of the head.
A big left from Ries misses.
McDonnell appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
McDonnell lands an overhand right.
Ries misses with a hook
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ries walks into a left hand.
McDonnell misses with a hook. Ries ducked under it nicely.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ries misses with a combination
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
Ries is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
McDonnell lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ries takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McDonnell staying out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Ries is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Ries on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ries takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Ries does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circle momentarily. McDonnell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
Ries throws a counter high kick but McDonnell was just alert enough to avoid it.
Ries looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
McDonnell lands a nice shot that snaps Ries's head back.
McDonnell paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ries throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ries.
Good leg kick by McDonnell.
McDonnell moves away from the strike by Ries.
McDonnell appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ries misses with a double jab
and McDonnell counters with a one-two to the body. #T1#
Ries misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
McDonnell finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McDonnell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ries stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ries throws a leg kick that is checked
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
Ries displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
McDonnell misses with a hook. Ries ducked under it nicely.
McDonnell thuds his right hand into Ries's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ries goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McDonnell doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McDonnell connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ries loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
McDonnell staying out of range there.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
Ries was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ries pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Ries throws a head kick that McDonnell semi-blocks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ries.
McDonnell's corner calls for a 1-2. McDonnell obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ries misses with a hook. McDonnell ducked under it nicely.
Ries swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McDonnell.
McDonnell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
Ries throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McDonnell throws a right hand that Ries ducks under and follows up with a left that Ries also avoids with ease.
McDonnell lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ries takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ries showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McDonnell.
Ries loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.#T3#
Ries bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McDonnell's head backwards.
Ries lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Ries moves out of range.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Ries moves out of range.
Ries throwing a counter right hand but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
Ries pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ries takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Ries moves out of range.
Ries misses with a double jab.
McDonnell is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ries with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from McDonnell misses the target.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Ries might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A big right from Ries misses.
McDonnell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McDonnell with a jab.
McDonnell lands with a right hand.
Ries takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ries takes one on the button.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ries looks to land a right hand but McDonnell moved out of range.
McDonnell throws a nice looking combination but Ries bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ries just misses with a punch to the body.
McDonnell connects with a crisp jab.
McDonnell wants to land a leg kick but Ries is out of range.
Ries pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McDonnell connects with the punch.
Good shot there by McDonnell.
Ries lands a jab to the nose.
McDonnell throws a looping overhand right but Ries ducks down to avoid it.
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
McDonnell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ries at a distance.
McDonnell slips under a jab from Ries.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
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 McDonnell.
A slow jab from Ries misses its intended target.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McDonnell connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ries's hands.
Ries slips under a jab.
Ries misses the shot to the body.
A left lands for McDonnell.
McDonnell tries to bum rush Ries with a series of wild strikes but Ries uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
McDonnell unleashes a big counter combination but Ries bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
Ries jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. McDonnell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
McDonnell lands a jab to Ries's midsection.
Ger McDonnell seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ries throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McDonnell counters with a left to the body.
Ries needs to keep his hands up - McDonnell had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
Ries blocks a head kick by McDonnell.
Ries displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from McDonnell.
Ries loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
McDonnell lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A punch lands to the side of Ries 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A head kick misses from Ries.
Ries swings widly with a right hand
and McDonnell counters with a nice uppercut.
Ries pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ries ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
Ries swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ries uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
The fighters circle momentarily. McDonnell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ries takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
McDonnell closes the distance and lands a one-two.
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!
Ries doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ries checks the leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Ries misses the target.
Ries tries a head kick but it misses.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell punishes Ries's body with a nice straight punch.
McDonnell dips to his left and cracks Ries with an uppercut!
A low kick lands for McDonnell.
Ries throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.
Ries pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ries misses the jab.
Ries has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McDonnell finds it's way round the side to connect with Ries's head.
Good standup being displayed there by McDonnell as he connects with a hook.#T3#
Ries takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ries throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
McDonnell lands a jab to the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Ries misses the target.
Nice straight punches there by McDonnell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McDonnell.
McDonnell fails to land with a series of punches.
Ries throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ries takes one to the side of the head.
Ries throws a predictable looking body shot
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ries tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
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!
Ries waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonnell.#T4#
Ries swings for the body but McDonnell moves out of range.
Ries tries to move into range but McDonnell moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ries misses with a hook to the body
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab.
A leg kick checked by McDonnell.
McDonnell fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ries on the side of the head.
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of Ries's head but Ries sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McDonnell moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
McDonnell lands with a kick to the temple. Ries shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Jab, jab by McDonnell - just one landing.
Ries gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McDonnell.
Ries goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT#That has opened up Ger McDonnell's cut even more.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ries throws a poor cross that misses
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
Eric Ries has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McDonnell catches Ries with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!

And that's the end of the fight!
Ger McDonnell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McDonnell 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DC 41: Tenkula vs Knightley
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
McDonnell throws out a leg kick but Niaz moves out of range and McDonnell only half commits.
McDonnell throws a quick inside leg kick.
McDonnell stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McDonnell wants it to stay on the feet.
McDonnell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Niaz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Niaz.
Niaz tries to close the distance and clinch but McDonnell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McDonnell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Niaz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Niaz moves away.
Niaz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McDonnell defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Niaz.
McDonnell tries a quick counter leg kick but Niaz is wise to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell misses with a wild combination.
McDonnell takes a swing at Niaz's ribcage but misses.
Niaz tries to counter with a takedown but McDonnell is quick to defend against it.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Niaz does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonnell lands with a nice body punch.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Niaz.
Niaz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McDonnell tries to avoid it but Niaz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McDonnell to the ground. McDonnell escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Niaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McDonnell jabs Niaz right on the nose. Niaz blinks but takes it well.
Niaz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell looks to land a combination but Niaz avoids it well.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
McDonnell lands a jab-cross combination.
McDonnell misses with a hook.
Niaz staying out of range there.
Niaz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Niaz shoots for a double leg takedown but McDonnell sprawls well. He's pushed Niaz's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McDonnell lands with a cross.
McDonnell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Niaz feinted with a counter takedown.
McDonnell throws a leg kick #TD#
and Niaz counters with a nice double leg into side control. McDonnell won't be happy with that.
McDonnell keeps Niaz under control for a moment.
Niaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDonnell keeps working.
McDonnell is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Niaz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but McDonnell is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Niaz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Niaz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3#
Niaz is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down McDonnell's shoulder. That is not cool.
McDonnell is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Niaz trying to control the position but McDonnell is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonnell wants to control but Niaz postures up.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Niaz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, McDonnell has escaped the position, nice work there.
Niaz wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDonnell keeps working. #SUB#
Niaz in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... McDonnell is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dick Niaz!
A victorious Dick Niaz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 175 Hightower vs Veainu
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Bravo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bravo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
Danga de danga de dang - McDonnell scores with a four punch combination!
McDonnell misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Bravo counters with a takedown into side control.
McDonnell tries to improve position but can't.
McDonnell defending against the ground and pound.
McDonnell is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Bravo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
McDonnell is not content to let Bravo control the position. #SUB#
Bravo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T1##SUB#
Bravo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but McDonnell is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Bravo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by McDonnell, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Bravo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
McDonnell really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bravo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bravo throws an elbow but McDonnell slips to the side and avoids it well.#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.
McDonnell tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bravo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
McDonnell avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Bravo.
McDonnell tries to bench press Bravo off him but Bravo keeps the position. #SUB#
Bravo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
McDonnell is not content to let Bravo control the position. #SUB#
Bravo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Bravo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McDonnell knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
McDonnell wants to control but Bravo postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bravo is trying to get an arm triangle but McDonnell is defending well. #SUB#
Bravo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but McDonnell is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Bravo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McDonnell knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bravo works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Bravo wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDonnell keeps working.
McDonnell struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Bravo swings around for an armbar but McDonnell sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Bravo's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Bravo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bravo is trying to keep McDonnell in close.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Eddie Bravo dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Bravo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McDonnell to score with a decent uppercut.
McDonnell lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McDonnell lands with a nice body punch.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Bravo is out of range.
Bravo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McDonnell throws a looping overhand right but Bravo ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bravo has time to react.
McDonnell throws a leg kick which misses Bravo's front leg but catches the back leg as Bravo tries to avoid it.
McDonnell bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bravo's head backwards.
Bravo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ger McDonnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Bravo defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Bravo counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Bravo.
Bravo wants to control from the top but McDonnell keeps moving.
McDonnell controlling the position.
Bravo wants to control from the top but McDonnell keeps moving.
Bravo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bravo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Bravo drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and McDonnell dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Bravo has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. McDonnell is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Bravo.#T2#
McDonnell gets to mount! Bravo was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Bravo is trying to reverse the position but instead McDonnell has taken his back - oops!
I really don't envy Bravo right now.
Bravo is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonnell is trying to stick to Bravo's back but Bravo is turning into McDonnell. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in McDonnell's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Bravo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell has his hands on Bravo's head, controlling the position.
McDonnell is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
McDonnell keeping full guard, as Bravo tries to pass.
McDonnell is adopting a defensive guard.
Bravo advances position into side control!
Bravo trying to control the position but McDonnell is working away.
Eddie Bravo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bravo working away.#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.
McDonnell stops Bravo from passing to mount. #SUB#
Bravo tries for a kimura but McDonnell is defending well. #SUB#
Bravo goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, McDonnell has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Bravo but great work by McDonnell.
Bravo is looking for a sweep.
Bravo gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bravo moves into full guard. #SUB#
Bravo looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! McDonnell has picked Bravo up and slammed him! Bravo can't keep hold of the triangle and McDonnell manages to pass to side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McDonnell scores with a hook to the body. Bravo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McDonnell 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.
McDonnell lands a nice shot to the body.
Ger McDonnell seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McDonnell looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McDonnell connects with a body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Bravo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McDonnell cracks Bravo with an open hand slap.
Bravo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McDonnell finds it's way round the side to connect with Bravo's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bravo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bravo slips under a jab.
McDonnell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
McDonnell misses with a two punch combination.
Bravo feinted with a counter takedown.
Bravo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell throws out a powerful jab.
McDonnell misses with a hook. Bravo ducked under it nicely.
Bravo feinted with a counter takedown.
McDonnell takes a swing at Bravo's ribcage but misses.
Bravo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McDonnell connects with a body shot.
McDonnell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Bravo counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Bravo.
Bravo trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonnell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bravo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
McDonnell keeping full guard, as Bravo tries to pass.
Bravo throwing strikes but missing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell trying to control the position here.
Bravo pushes down on McDonnell's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Bravo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
McDonnell won't allow Bravo to pass to mount. #T3##SUB#
Bravo is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Bravo is trying to work for a kimura but McDonnell is defending well.
Bravo is trying to control. McDonnell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Bravo is working for a kimura but McDonnell is defending it quite comfortably.
McDonnell is looking to improve his position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bravo working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Bravo is looking for a kimura here.
Bravo tries to pass to full mount but McDonnell defends it.
McDonnell is looking to control Bravo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can McDonnell avoid being mounted?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Bravo seems to be looking for submissions.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ger McDonnell!
A relieved looking Ger McDonnell 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: DMMA Wednesday Warfare 3
Date: Feb 01, 2023

#R1#
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by Kamenev.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Kamenev moves away and avoids it.
Kamenev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McDonnell swings for the body but Kamenev moves out of range.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Kamenev moved out of range nicely.
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
Kamenev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McDonnell at a distance. #TD#
Kamenev closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Kamenev tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kamenev has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
McDonnell dodges the ground and pound from Kamenev.
McDonnell is trying to control Kamenev's posture but Kamenev avoids it. #SUB#
Kamenev is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, McDonnell has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
McDonnell tries to buck Kamenev off but Kamenev is having none of it.
Kamenev in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
McDonnell is not content to let Kamenev control the position.
McDonnell sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
McDonnell tries to get to full guard but Kamenev has control of the leg. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kamenev not landing any meaningful shots this time.
McDonnell tries to roll over but Kamenev keeps him under control.#SUB#
Kamenev wants to work for an arm triangle but McDonnell is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kamenev throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kamenev drops an elbow to the side of McDonnell's head.
McDonnell keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kamenev 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#
Kamenev seems to be looking for submissions. #T3#
Kamenev is just content to waste time from the top position. McDonnell takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
McDonnell looking to control.
McDonnell tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kamenev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McDonnell is keeping the position for now.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Kamenev slips nicely into half guard.
Kamenev is pressing down on McDonnell's thigh, looking to free his foot. McDonnell is holding on for now. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonnell wants to improve his position but Kamenev is controlling well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
Kamenev has a takedown stuffed.
McDonnell flicks out a counter leg kick but Kamenev steps away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A jab from McDonnell misses.
Kamenev ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
Ger McDonnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kamenev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Kamenev dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McDonnell misses with a body shot.
Kamenev bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kamenev with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McDonnell to score with a decent uppercut.
McDonnell takes a swing at Kamenev's ribcage but misses.
Kamenev attempts a counter takedown but McDonnell avoids it well and moves away.
Kamenev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McDonnell can do to turn this around?
McDonnell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kamenev looks for a takedown but McDonnell sprawls well.
Kamenev stuns McDonnell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamenev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Kamenev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kamenev walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A left and a right from Kamenev both land. Nice combination.
Kamenev swings for the body but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
McDonnell slips under a jab.
McDonnell uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kamenev tries to clinch but McDonnell is having none of it.
A countering left hand to the body from McDonnell misses.
Kamenev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kamenev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kamenev half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kamenev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kamenev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kamenev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but Kamenev slips the punch.
Kamenev slips a jab and a cross from McDonnell.
A punch combination from McDonnell misses. #T2#
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kamenev was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Kamenev moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell lands an overhand right.
Kamenev looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonnell is just out of range.
Kamenev lands with a shot to the body.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kamenev manages to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kamenev.
Kamenev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by Kamenev.
Kamenev drops his hands momentarily and McDonnell takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
McDonnell takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kamenev walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kamenev lands a body shot.
Kamenev is looking to wear down McDonnell with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T3#
McDonnell connects with a crisp jab.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
Decent striking displayed by Kamenev there.#TD#
Kamenev dives in and scores a takedown into McDonnell's guard.
McDonnell 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.
Kamenev advances position into side control!
McDonnell is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The ground and pound from Kamenev seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kamenev throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and McDonnell works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure. #T4#
Kamenev trying to mount his opponent but McDonnell defends it.
Kamenev wants to take a breather but McDonnell is having none of it.
Kamenev thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
McDonnell trying to hold on to Kamenev's head to control him but Kamenev postures up.
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 Ivan Kamenev will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McDonnell takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McDonnell lands a body shot. #TD#
Kamenev scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Ivan Kamenev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kamenev wants to control but McDonnell is keeping him busy.
Kamenev working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kamenev working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
McDonnell is looking to reverse the position.
Ger McDonnell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1##SUB#
Kamenev is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, McDonnell has escaped the position, nice work there.
McDonnell is trying to control Kamenev's posture but Kamenev avoids it.
Kamenev in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kamenev working away.#SUB#
Kamenev looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kamenev trying to control the position but McDonnell is working away.
McDonnell sneaks back into half guard.
Kamenev throws a strike but McDonnell avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Kamenev trying to control but McDonnell is working from the bottom.
Kamenev works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
McDonnell is looking to improve his position.
McDonnell is staying active underneath Kamenev, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ivan Kamenev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kamenev controlling the action here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McDonnell looks to land a combination but Kamenev avoids it well.
Ger McDonnell seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kamenev works McDonnell's body with a nice hook.
Kamenev slips under a jab.
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. Kamenev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kamenev fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McDonnell on the side of the head.
McDonnell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kamenev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kamenev appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kamenev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
Kamenev ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
Kamenev half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kamenev.
Kamenev tries to counter with a takedown but McDonnell is quick to defend against it.
Kamenev takes a swing at McDonnell's ribcage but misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McDonnell throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Kamenev counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kamenev sitting and controlling from the half guard.
McDonnell punching from the bottom.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: DMMA 158 Panda vs Schultz
Date: Dec 24, 2022

#R1#
A shot to the body from Bresnar misses
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
Bresnar has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canadian Combat Academy in the buildup to the fight.
Bresnar fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McDonnell misses the jab.
Bresnar uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell works Bresnar's body with a nice hook.
Bresnar displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
McDonnell tries to land a leg kick but Bresnar saw it coming and moves away.
Bresnar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McDonnell moves away.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
Bresnar tries to move into range but McDonnell moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bresnar has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McDonnell finds it's way round the side to connect with Bresnar's head.
Bresnar fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bresnar moves away.#T1#
McDonnell dodges the punch combination from Bresnar.
McDonnell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bresnar attempts a counter takedown but McDonnell avoids it well and moves away.
McDonnell thows a leg kick but Bresnar checks it #TD#
and Bresnar counters with a single leg into guard. McDonnell didn't expect that.
Bresnar loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonnell keeping moving, preventing Bresnar from controlling successfully.
Bresnar is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because McDonnell is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Bresnar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McDonnell swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McDonnell working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bresnar. #T2#
McDonnell controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDonnell keeping full guard, as Bresnar tries to pass.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
McDonnell pulls Bresnar in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of Bresnar's head but Bresnar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A telegraphed right hand from McDonnell misses the target.
McDonnell lands a body shot.
McDonnell getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bresnar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Bresnar ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
Bresnar drops down looking for a counter takedown but McDonnell sprawls and moves away.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Bresnar moved out of range nicely.#T3#
McDonnell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bresnar attempts a counter takedown but McDonnell avoids it well and moves away.
Bresnar throws a lazy uppercut
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice defenses there by Bresnar.
McDonnell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bresnar shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McDonnell pinned against the cage. McDonnell gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ger McDonnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bresnar slips a jab from McDonnell.
Bresnar attempts a counter takedown but McDonnell avoids it well and moves away.
Bresnar wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T4#
McDonnell misses the jab.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell misses with a double jab.
McDonnell scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bresnar avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McDonnell looks to land a combination. Bresnar sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell misses with a looping right.
Bresnar tries to counter by clinching up but McDonnell breaks away and moves out of range.
Bresnar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Good exchange - McDonnell coming out on top.
Bresnar moves out of range as McDonnell strikes.
Bresnar feinted with a counter takedown.
Bresnar moves out of range of the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
McDonnell catches Bresnar with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McDonnell throws a right hand that Bresnar ducks under and follows up with a left that Bresnar also avoids with ease.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Bresnar moves away and avoids it.
Bresnar half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bresnar.
McDonnell throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bresnar.
Bresnar drops down looking for a counter takedown but McDonnell sprawls and moves away.
Ger McDonnell seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McDonnell jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bresnar blocks a jab.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. Bresnar saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bresnar manages to avoid it.
Bresnar scores with a punch to the head.
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of Bresnar's head but Bresnar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bresnar tries to counter by clinching up but McDonnell breaks away and moves out of range.
McDonnell connects with a nice looking jab.
Bresnar is looking to wear down McDonnell with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
McDonnell lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McDonnell misses with a straight left.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bresnar manages to avoid it.
Bresnar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McDonnell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. Bresnar moves away and avoids it.
Bresnar moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
Bresnar shoots in for a takedown but McDonnell shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell throws a right hand that Bresnar ducks under and follows up with a left that Bresnar also avoids with ease.
Bresnar changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McDonnell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Bresnar connects with a jab.
Bresnar misses with a jab, cross combination.
A nice side step and McDonnell releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Bresnar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jach Bresnar is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Bresnar moved out of range.
Bresnar appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McDonnell scores with a jab 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!
McDonnell lands the left hand.
Bresnar slips a jab and a cross from McDonnell.
Bresnar has a takedown stuffed.
Bresnar slips under a jab.
Bresnar half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bresnar.
Bresnar moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Bresnar avoids the punch easily.
Bresnar slips under a jab from McDonnell.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Bresnar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bresnar appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Bresnar shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bresnar showed some decent athleticism there.
Bresnar thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McDonnell's head.
Bresnar stalling away here and it's allowed McDonnell to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Bresnar 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.#T4#
McDonnell wants to sweep here but Bresnar controlling him for the moment.
Bresnar trying to control but McDonnell is working from the bottom.
Bresnar is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Bresnar passes McDonnell's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
McDonnell has his hands clasped together around Bresnar's back. He's all about the action.#SUB#
Bresnar wants to work for an arm triangle but McDonnell is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bresnar's jab looks to have found its range, popping McDonnell under the eye.
McDonnell 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.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Bresnar moves out of range.
McDonnell lands a two punch combo.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Bresnar moved out of range nicely.
McDonnell works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McDonnell misses with a hook.
Bresnar half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bresnar attempts a counter takedown but McDonnell avoids it well and moves away.
Bresnar shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McDonnell as he jumps to the side.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bresnar manages to avoid it.#T1#
Bresnar has a takedown stuffed.
Bresnar takes a swing at McDonnell's ribcage but misses.
Bresnar takes one to the side of the head.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bresnar counters with a three punch combo that has McDonnell backing up. McDonnell nods at Bresnar to acknowledge the strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for McDonnell.
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. Bresnar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McDonnell takes a swing at Bresnar's ribcage but misses.
McDonnell looks to land a combination but Bresnar avoids it well.
McDonnell throws a hook but Bresnar avoids it easily.#T2#
Bresnar comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#TD#
Bresnar feints and as McDonnell raises his hands in defense, Bresnar changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bresnar looking to pass the guard.
McDonnell is trying to control the position but Bresnar postures up.
Bresnar throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bresnar accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McDonnell keeping moving, preventing Bresnar from controlling successfully.
Bresnar working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Bresnar engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Bresnar trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonnell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McDonnell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jach Bresnar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A big left from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Bresnar moves out of range.
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. Bresnar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD#
Bresnar shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. McDonnell manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Bresnar looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Bresnar is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bresnar trying to control but McDonnell is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bresnar's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bresnar with a flurry of punches that miss.
McDonnell preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bresnar accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jach Bresnar overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bresnar cracks McDonnell with a solid left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ger McDonnell.
I've got McDonnell 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DMMA Friday Night Fights XIII
Date: Nov 11, 2022

#R1#
Uchiha takes one to the chin there.
Uchiha is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McDonnell.
Uchiha lands a body shot.
Uchiha has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Roosters Coop in the buildup to the fight.
Uchiha connects with a nice looking jab.
Uchiha throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Uchiha avoids the punch easily.
Uchiha appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on Uchiha's shoulder, as Uchiha tries to avoid the shot.
Uchiha moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
McDonnell with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Uchiha digs a good hook to McDonnell's body.
McDonnell misses with a straight right.
Uchiha changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
Uchiha takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A punch lands to the side of McDonnell 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Uchiha slips under a jab.
Uchiha bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Uchiha misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell 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.
Horrible takedown attempt by Uchiha or perhaps it was just good defense by McDonnell, which made it look bad. #T1#
Uchiha throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sauske Uchiha seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Uchiha.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Uchiha moved out of range.
Uchiha appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Uchiha takes one on the button.
Uchiha tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Uchiha.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Uchiha sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Uchiha is defended easily by McDonnell.
McDonnell throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Uchiha counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Uchiha.
McDonnell not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Uchiha looking to pass the guard.
Uchiha throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
McDonnell trying to control the position.
McDonnell keeping moving, preventing Uchiha from controlling successfully.
McDonnell has Uchiha pulled in close to control his posture.
Uchiha in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McDonnell keeping full guard, as Uchiha tries to pass.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Uchiha accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Uchiha postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Uchiha throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McDonnell works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Uchiha postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Uchiha landing some decent shots from guard.
Uchiha lands a couple of elbows.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as McDonnell holds on and takes a little breather.
McDonnell really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Uchiha. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
McDonnell avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Uchiha trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonnell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McDonnell preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Uchiha throws an elbow that misses. McDonnell uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Uchiha's guard. Nice move by McDonnell!#REVB##SUB#
McDonnell is posturing up here but Uchiha has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! McDonnell tries to roll out but it's too tight and McDonnell has to tap! Slick submission there by Uchiha!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sauske Uchiha!
Sauske Uchiha seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DMMA Friday Night Fights XI
Date: Oct 07, 2022

#R1#
White uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
White pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McDonnell takes a swing at White's ribcage but misses.
White looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
White rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McDonnell counters with a left to the body.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but White moved out of range.
White lands with an overhand left.
McDonnell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell throws a hook but White blocks it.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut
and White counters with a right hand to the body.
A leg kick checked by McDonnell.
White slips under a jab from McDonnell.
It looked like White wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
White is looking to counter punch.
McDonnell takes one to the side of the head.
White uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands a slapping body shot.
White throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell scores with a hook to the body. White takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
McDonnell takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot by McDonnell.
White throws a combination that misses
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
White rushes McDonnell and presses him up against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from White. #BC2#
McDonnell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
White checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
It looked like White wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
White changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
White slips under a jab.
McDonnell throws a right hand that misses
and White counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
White misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell lands with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McDonnell misses with a body punch
and White counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
McDonnell throws a lazy uppercut
and White counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
McDonnell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McDonnell scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
White misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nice cross by McDonnell.
White throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on White's shoulder, as White tries to avoid the shot.
McDonnell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
White misses with a wild body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from White misses the target.
White fails to land with a series of punches.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts White, as that shot connected.
McDonnell scores with a body shot.
White misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell moves out of range as White strikes.
White lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T3#
White bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
White looks to land a combination. McDonnell sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
McDonnell lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
McDonnell throws a series of punches but White moves out of range.
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of White's head but White sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McDonnell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by White.
White throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McDonnell dodges the punch combination from White.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McDonnell! But no joy.
White rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McDonnell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
White throws out a powerful jab.
White misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
McDonnell now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
McDonnell's corner calls for a 1-2. McDonnell 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.
McDonnell digs a good hook to White's body. #T4#
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but White is out of range.
It looked like White wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell throws a sloppy body shot
and White counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. White does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice straight punches there by McDonnell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McDonnell.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
White showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McDonnell.
McDonnell on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by White. White obviously looking to wear him down.
McDonnell throws a hook but White blocks it.
White thumps McDonnell with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
White keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McDonnell is on the wrong end of a nice combination from White.
White on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but White uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jacob White will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
White throws a head kick that misses.
McDonnell avoids the head kick by White.
White finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
White uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
McDonnell scores with a hook.
Jab by White.
McDonnell lands with an overhand left.
The fighters circle momentarily. McDonnell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
White connects with an inside leg kick.
White checks a leg kick.
White on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McDonnell throws a left and a right that both miss
and White counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
White lands a nice shot to the body.
Jacob White is winning the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
White throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McDonnell stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McDonnell throws a leg kick
and White counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
White keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
White swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
White swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McDonnell.
White with a body punch. A glancing blow.
White missing with a left hand there. McDonnell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
White takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McDonnell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from White.
McDonnell throws a body punch but White moves out of range.
McDonnell scores with a shot to the body.
White scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McDonnell doesn't seem bothered though.
McDonnell throws a jab when White was well out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from White misses its target.
White misses the body punch
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from White. #T2#
McDonnell connects with a leg kick.
McDonnell cracks White with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McDonnell needs to keep his hands up - White had a free shot at his head there.
White uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
White is on the wrong end of a nice combination from McDonnell.
McDonnell with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling White to score with a decent uppercut.
White listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
White takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. White was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McDonnell scores with a nice head shot.
White misses with a wild combination.
McDonnell lands a nice shot that snaps White's head back. #T3#
McDonnell throws a lazy uppercut
and White counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McDonnell connects with a body shot.
McDonnell fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
White connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McDonnell momentarily.
McDonnell with a jab.
McDonnell feints a jab promting White to slip. McDonnell then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. White slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
McDonnell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from White.
The fighters circling - McDonnell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
White is looking to counter punch.
White misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd cheers as McDonnell lands an impressive looking overhand right. White doesn't seem phased though.
White gets his head snapped back by a nice shot 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!
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. White saw that one coming.
McDonnell throws a right and a left that both miss.
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from White.
McDonnell looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
McDonnell misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from White on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
White bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
White misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
White throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
White takes a shot to the body in his stride.
White is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McDonnell.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
White lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
McDonnell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
White walks into a straight right hand from McDonnell.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
White misses with a double jab.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but White slips the punch.
It looked like White wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
White fails to land with a series of punches.
McDonnell throws the left hand but White avoids the punch easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ger McDonnell will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
The fighters circle momentarily. McDonnell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
White misses with a looping right.
White closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
McDonnell throws a series of strikes that have White backpedaling.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
White fires out a quick counter leg kick but McDonnell just manages to avoid it.
White looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Good exchange - White coming out on top.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell thuds a left hand into White's body.
White scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
White moves out of range of the strikes.
White tried to counter with a leg kick but McDonnell avoided it.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but White moves away.
McDonnell throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McDonnell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. White does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonnell throws a jab when White was well out of range.#T1#
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of White's head but White sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
White looking to land some kicks to the body here.
White tries a head kick but it misses.
White slips a jab from McDonnell.
White pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
White takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A shot to the liver by White. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
White moves into the clinch.
Nice elbow from White.
McDonnell looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
White doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McDonnell tries to work over White's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
McDonnell breaks the clinch.
McDonnell takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
No joy there for McDonnell, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T2#
A big left from White misses.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but White is just out of range.
White appears to be looking for a big counter.
McDonnell swings widly with a right hand
and White counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
White throws out a loose jab but McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid it.
McDonnell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McDonnell throws a sloppy body shot
and White counters with a stiff right hand.
White lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
White takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McDonnell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
White misses the jab.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McDonnell misses with a hook.
McDonnell lands a nice shot to the body.
McDonnell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but White uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
White moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
A punch combination from McDonnell misses.
Nice shot lands for White.
White ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
White walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
White misses with a hook.
McDonnell walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McDonnell throws a shot from downtown. White moves away and avoids it.
McDonnell misses with a leg kick.
Nice shot by McDonnell.
McDonnell moves out of range as White throws a body kick.
McDonnell connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
White pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McDonnell checks a leg kick nicely.#T4#
McDonnell lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but White circles away quickly and effectively.
Jab by McDonnell.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head kick misses from White.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
White misses with an uppercut.
McDonnell slips a straight right by White.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheers as White lands an impressive looking overhand right. McDonnell doesn't seem phased though.
White uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but White was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
White throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
A slow jab from White misses its intended target.
McDonnell is clearly trying to counter these attacks from White with a body shot.

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 Jacob White.
I think White 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:30

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

Event: OFK 226-Pellegrini Vs Kosmanov
Date: Sep 04, 2022

#R1#
Supreme misses the jab.
McDonnell seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Supreme tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Supreme does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Supreme is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Supreme blocks a jab.
McDonnell has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Burrito Supreme seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
Supreme lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Supreme throws a lazy head kick
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
No joy there for Supreme, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A counter left hand to the body from McDonnell misses its target.
Supreme throws a lazy head kick
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McDonnell fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Supreme looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McDonnell throws a sloppy body shot
and Supreme counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Supreme with the inside 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!
McDonnell lands with a straight right. Supreme didn't see that one coming.#CL2#
Supreme has closed the distance and engaged McDonnell in a clinch.
A short right from McDonnell. #BC#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McDonnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. Supreme was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McDonnell scores with a shot to the body.
Supreme walks into a jab.
Nice straight punches there by McDonnell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McDonnell.
Supreme will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It looked like McDonnell was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Supreme.
McDonnell dips to his left and cracks Supreme with an uppercut!
McDonnell with the inside leg kick.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Supreme takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#ROC#Supreme is rocked!
McDonnell keeps the fight on the outside.
McDonnell works Supreme's body with a nice hook.
McDonnell is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonnell keeps the fight on the outside.
McDonnell connects with a good right hand that stumbles Supreme. Supreme circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Supreme is still on wobbly legs! Can McDonnell finish him?
Supreme closes the distance looking to clinch
and McDonnell counters with a left to the body.
Supreme seems to have recovered his senses.#T2#
Supreme walks into a jab.
McDonnell lands a jab to Supreme's midsection.
McDonnell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Supreme throws a sloppy head kick and McDonnell moves out of range easily.
McDonnell scores with a body shot.
Supreme closes the distance but McDonnell moves to the side
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell scores with a one two! Supreme had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL2#
Supreme clinches up with McDonnell and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
McDonnell's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Supreme avoids the body shot from McDonnell.
Supreme on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A punch lands to the side of Supreme 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McDonnell tries to work over Supreme's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Supreme struggles to land a body shot inside as McDonnell controls his hands. #T3#
Supreme tries to work over McDonnell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Supreme throws a head punch that misses.
Supreme lands with a right to the head. #BC#
McDonnell manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Supreme has McDonnell up against the cage in a clinch.
McDonnell blocks an elbow strike from Supreme.
Supreme misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McDonnell lands a shoulder strike.
Supreme working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McDonnell tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McDonnell misses with some punches.
McDonnell lands an uppercut.
McDonnell blocks an elbow strike from Supreme.
McDonnell tries to work over Supreme's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short left from McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
McDonnell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Left hook, right uppercut from McDonnell.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Supreme tries to clinch up but McDonnell circles away and keeps his distance.
It looked like McDonnell was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Supreme.#T4#
McDonnell dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Supreme. That did some damage!
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
Supreme darts in trying to clinch
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
Supreme tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Supreme moves out of range as McDonnell strikes.
Supreme misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McDonnell misses with a double jab.
Good exchange - McDonnell coming out on top.
Supreme wants to clinch up but McDonnell keeps it at a distance.
Supreme uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL2#
and Supreme counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Supreme misses with an elbow strike.
Supreme blocks a body shot from McDonnell.
McDonnell scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by McDonnell as Supreme tries to tie him up.
McDonnell misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Supreme tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Supreme wants to clinch.
McDonnell throwing a counter right hand but Supreme manages to avoid it.
Sloppy strikes from Supreme. Those never looked like landing.
McDonnell lands a right hook to the body.
Supreme drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Supreme throws a series of punches but McDonnell avoids them all with ease.
Supreme takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Supreme is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Supreme swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Supreme takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Supreme takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A combination from Supreme does no damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell throws a hook but Supreme avoids it easily.#T1##CL2#
Supreme instigates a clinch.
Supreme misses with some punches.
Supreme takes a shot to the head.
McDonnell lands a hook that snaps the head of Supreme backwards.
McDonnell lands a body punch in the clinch.
Supreme pushes off an throws an elbow but McDonnell leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
McDonnell blocks the elbow strike.
Supreme works on McDonnell's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
Supreme pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McDonnell scores with a jab. Supreme acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
McDonnell drops Supreme with a huge uppercut! Supreme drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. McDonnell is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ger McDonnell!
Ger McDonnell seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: OFK 220 - Okafor Vs Spice
Date: Aug 14, 2022

#R1#
Cole throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from McDonnell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McDonnell's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and McDonnell duly obliges.
Cole walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Cole looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
Cole waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonnell.
McDonnell moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Cole throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McDonnell lands a nice shot that snaps Cole's head back.
Rico Cole seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cole with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cole thuds a left hand into McDonnell's body.
McDonnell lands with an overhand left.
Cole misses with a straight left.
McDonnell appears to be looking for a big counter.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cole moves away.
Cole misses with a wild body shot.
Cole misses with an uppercut.
It looked like McDonnell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cole.
McDonnell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cole.
Cole scores with a jab. McDonnell acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Cole.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Cole is out of range.
McDonnell lands a jab to the head. #T1#
Cole misses with a body punch
and Cole takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cole tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Cole.
McDonnell lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McDonnell's corner calls for a 1-2. McDonnell obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Cole swings away with a body shot that misses
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
Cole thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice straight punches there by Cole. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Cole.
McDonnell slips a jab from Cole.
Cole scores with a shot to the body.
Jab from McDonnell.
A jab lands there for McDonnell.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cole looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
Cole uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but Cole slips the punch.
McDonnell's corner calls for a 1-2. McDonnell obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Cole staying out of range there.
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by Cole.
Cole connects with a right hand. McDonnell shakes it off.
McDonnell getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T2#
Cole rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab.
McDonnell scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
McDonnell lands a nice looking body shot.
Cole throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cole throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McDonnell fires out a quick counter leg kick but Cole just manages to avoid it.
McDonnell throws a series of punches but Cole avoids them all with ease.
McDonnell with a jab.
Cole misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McDonnell.
It looked like McDonnell was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Cole moves forwards but McDonnell connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McDonnell scoring well with a low kick there.
McDonnell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cole stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McDonnell jabs Cole to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McDonnell thuds a left hand into Cole's body.
Cole scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell lands the left hand.
Cole throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell throws a big counter combination but Cole scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
McDonnell lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Cole circles away quickly and effectively.
McDonnell scores with a nice right hand. #T3#
McDonnell scores with a hook.
Cole misses with a jab to the body
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
Cole has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Cole throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
McDonnell stuns Cole with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McDonnell appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Cole throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A cross from McDonnell lands.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
Cole lands a glancing blow to the side of McDonnell's head.
Cole scores with a nice strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cole scores with a nice right hand.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Cole on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cole.
McDonnell connects with a jab.
Cole misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from McDonnell misses the target.
Cole misses with a body shot.
McDonnell lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #T4#
Nice shot lands for McDonnell.
Cole throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters with a nice uppercut.
McDonnell lands with a cross. #ROC#Cole is rocked!
McDonnell is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McDonnell slips under a jab from Cole.
Cole is still on wobbly legs! Can McDonnell finish him?
McDonnell throws a jab when Cole was well out of range.
Cole moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
A decent looking cross lands there for McDonnell.
A big left from Cole misses.
Cole seems to have recovered his senses.
Cole throws a leg kick
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McDonnell lands with a nice body punch.
Cole misses with a straight left.
Cole fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell works Cole's body with a nice hook.
Cole looks winded!
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Donk. McDonnell catches Cole right on the button with a cross.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell lands a nice shot to the body.
Cole throws a hook to the side of McDonnell's head but McDonnell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McDonnell connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Cole's hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Cole has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McDonnell finds it's way round the side to connect with Cole's head.
Cole blocks a jab.
Cole throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
Cole loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
Cole swings away with a body shot that misses
and McDonnell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cole misses with a looping left.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cole.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cole.
Cole looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from McDonnell misses the target.
Cole throws an off balance right hand
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Cole misses the target.
McDonnell displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
McDonnell stuns Cole with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cole jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ger McDonnell is winning the standup battle so far.
McDonnell scores with a crisp jab that stopped Cole in his tracks.
Cole misses with a straight left.
Cole stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McDonnell.
McDonnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cole can do to turn this around?
McDonnell fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cole looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1##KD#
McDonnell lands a left and a right that send Cole crashing to the mat, dazed. McDonnell thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Cole throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
Cole throws a leg kick
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cole is breathing heavily.
McDonnell cracks Cole with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Cole tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but McDonnell pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Cole is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ger McDonnell!
A relieved looking Ger McDonnell 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: OFK 217 - Pellegrini Vs Plutov
Date: Aug 06, 2022

#R1#
Mullin dodges the punch combination from McDonnell.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
McDonnell moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Mullin seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Mullin scores with a head kick. #CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.#TD#
McDonnell tries to sprawl but Mullin drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mullin is looking to advance position but McDonnell won't allow it. #SUB#
Mullin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Mullin is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McDonnell can do anything to dispel that myth.
McDonnell is looking for a sweep. Mullin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mullin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1##SUB#
Mullin is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McDonnell is just riding it out for now. Mullin eventually gives up the hold.
McDonnell really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mullin. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
McDonnell trying to hold on to Mullin's head to control him but Mullin postures up.
Mullin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Mullin is keen to just control but McDonnell is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Mullin is looking for a kimura but McDonnell is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mullin to get the leverage.
Mullin sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McDonnell defending well though.
McDonnell blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mullin. #SUB#
Mullin is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McDonnell sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Mullin is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
McDonnell tries to get to full guard but Mullin has control of the leg.
Mullin is keen to just control but McDonnell is a slippery customer.
McDonnell won't allow Mullin to pass to mount.
McDonnell is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Mullin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mullin wants to take a breather but McDonnell is having none of it. #T3##SUB#
Mullin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mullin throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing McDonnell to regain full guard.
Mullin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Mullin trying to control but McDonnell is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mullin. #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.
Mullin closes this distance looking for a takedown but McDonnell circles away.
McDonnell throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mullin tries to clinch there but McDonnell circles away.
McDonnell takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #CL#
Mullin drives through and clinches with McDonnell against the cage.
Mullin is looking for a takedown.
Mullin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Herbert Mullin. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Mullin has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed McDonnell clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB#
Mullin is persistently looking for the submission but McDonnell is defending it well. #SUB#
McDonnell defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Mullin's arms.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McDonnell can't escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Herbert Mullin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell'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#
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Mullin moved out of range nicely.
Mullin half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Mullin looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Mullin trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonnell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mullin looking to sit in guard and control but McDonnell gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
McDonnell content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Mullin isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. McDonnell stacks Mullin 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 McDonnell!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mullin is trying to work for a sweep but McDonnell has mounted him!#T1#
Mullin sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Mullin preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Mullin is pressing down on McDonnell's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Mullin isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. McDonnell stacks Mullin 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 McDonnell!
Mullin tries to buck McDonnell off but McDonnell is having none of it.#T2#
McDonnell trying to control the action but Mullin is working from the bottom.
McDonnell working away.
Mullin is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Herbert Mullin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mullin gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mullin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Mullin seems keen to control McDonnell's posture.
McDonnell passes into half guard.
Mullin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Mullin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mullin looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Mullin is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McDonnell is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Mullin looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McDonnell passes into side control.
Mullin is trying to escape the position but McDonnell is controlling the position.
Mullin manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mullin won't allow McDonnell to pass to mount. #SUB#
Mullin looking for submissions off his back.
Mullin tries to roll over but McDonnell keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ger McDonnell will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell'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#
Mullin is looking to clinch.
McDonnell throws out a counter right but Mullin avoids it with no problem.
Mullin shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McDonnell pinned against the cage. McDonnell gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by Mullin.
Mullin fails with an attempt to clinch.
McDonnell throws a jab when Mullin was well out of range.
McDonnell misses with a looping right.
Mullin closes the distance looking to clinch
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab lands there for McDonnell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell is looking to chop away at Mullin's legs.
McDonnell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mullin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McDonnell as he jumps to the side.
McDonnell throws a shot to the body. #T1#
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.#CL#
Mullin has closed the distance and engaged McDonnell in a clinch.
McDonnell throws a punch but it's blocked by Mullin.
McDonnell scores with a shot to the side of Mullin's head.
Mullin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Herbert Mullin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mullin prevents a body shot from McDonnell.
Mullin wants a takedown but no success here.
Mullin goes for a takedown attempt but McDonnell pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Mullin tries to clinch but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell leaves Mullin with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McDonnell bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mullin's head.
McDonnell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Herbert Mullin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell stuffs the takedown.
Mullin doesn't manage to clinch there - McDonnell circles away. #T2#
A jab from McDonnell does it's job there.#CL#
Mullin takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Mullin gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, McDonnell regains guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell keeping full guard, as Mullin tries to pass.
McDonnell looking for a sweep. Not yet McDonnell, not yet.
McDonnell preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Mullin has gone for a leg lock! McDonnell slips out almost immediately though and dives into Mullin's guard.#REVB#
Mullin trying to control the position. #SUB#
McDonnell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mullin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McDonnell has managed to get both his arms back between Mullin's legs - danger averted.#T3##SUB#
Mullin working for submissions but it's allowed McDonnell to get to half guard.
McDonnell trying to control from half guard but Mullin is working away.
Mullin is trying to maintain the position but McDonnell is very close to passing his half guard.
Mullin wants to improve his position but McDonnell is controlling well. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Mullin trying to hold on to McDonnell's head to control him but McDonnell postures up.
Mullin keeping control of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Mullin looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and McDonnell pushes past his half guard into mount!

And that's the end of the fight!
Ger McDonnell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McDonnell 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: OFK 210 - Mad Onion Vs Cooper
Date: Jul 10, 2022

#R1#
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Johnson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in McDonnell's guard.#SU#
Johnson stands and steps away. McDonnell gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD#
Johnson dives in and scores a takedown into McDonnell's guard.
McDonnell being controlled here, momentarily.
McDonnell keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
Johnson throwing strikes from guard but McDonnell blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Johnson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Johnson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonnell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johnson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McDonnell is on top in guard. #REVB#
McDonnell looking to sit in guard and control but Johnson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
McDonnell looking to control.
Johnson throws an elbow that misses. McDonnell uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Johnson's guard. Nice move by McDonnell!#REVB#
Johnson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst McDonnell is controlling him. #T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonnell controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Johnson wants to stand but McDonnell is controlling the position.
Johnson is looking to stand back up but McDonnell counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Johnson.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
McDonnell prevents Johnson from standing back up.
McDonnell is taking a breather. Johnson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Johnson is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Johnson drives through with a takedown into guard.
McDonnell not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Johnson 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.#T4#
McDonnell working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Johnson.
Johnson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Johnson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Johnson with a nice head shot there.
Johnson is looking to work some ground and pound but McDonnell has wrist control.
Johnson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Johnson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McDonnell swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonnell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McDonnell wants to sweep here but Johnson controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Johnson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Remi Johnson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD#
Johnson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Johnson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Johnson wants to control but McDonnell is keeping him busy.
McDonnell tries to buck Johnson off but Johnson is having none of it.#SUB#
Johnson tries for a kimura but McDonnell is defending well.
Johnson grinds an elbow into McDonnell's temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
McDonnell is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#SUB#
Johnson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Johnson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McDonnell can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Johnson is working McDonnell over with some ground and pound from side control.
Johnson wants to control but McDonnell is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Johnson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Johnson tries to score with some ground and pound. McDonnell controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sloppy strikes there by Johnson.#SUB#
Johnson goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, McDonnell rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Johnson's guard! Nice work there by McDonnell!
Johnson keeping moving, preventing McDonnell from controlling successfully.
McDonnell prevents Johnson from getting back to his feet.
Johnson keeping moving, preventing McDonnell from controlling successfully.
Johnson wants to stand up but McDonnell is controlling him. #T3#
Johnson trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
McDonnell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #ES#
Johnson pushes McDonnell off and gets back to his feet. #TD#
Johnson gets the takedown into side control.
Johnson in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
McDonnell defending against the ground and pound.
McDonnell is working to avoid the ground and pound but Johnson connects with a decent elbow.
McDonnell managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Johnson.
McDonnell is trying to control Johnson's posture but Johnson avoids it. #T4#
Johnson tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Johnson throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Johnson misses with the ground and pound.
Johnson controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Johnson swings around for an armbar but McDonnell sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Johnson's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McDonnell wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McDonnell stops Johnson from standing up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Remi Johnson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McDonnell slaps away a takedown attempt from Johnson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
McDonnell lands with a hook. Johnson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Johnson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
Johnson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in McDonnell's guard.
Johnson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Johnson with a nice head shot there.
McDonnell avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Johnson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McDonnell works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is looking to work some ground and pound but McDonnell has wrist control.
McDonnell working a defensive guard here.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonnell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ger McDonnell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
McDonnell can't keep his opponent in guard - Johnson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Johnson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Johnson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Johnson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McDonnell can do to turn this around?
McDonnell is looking for a sweep. Johnson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McDonnell keeps trying to improve his position.
Johnson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Johnson drops an elbow to the side of McDonnell's head.
McDonnell avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Johnson.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Johnson connects with a nice short shot to McDonnell's temple. #T2#
McDonnell is refusing to be controlled, as Johnson sits in half guard.
McDonnell tries to roll over but Johnson keeps him under control.
Johnson working over McDonnell with some ground and pound. McDonnell looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
McDonnell trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Johnson is working for a kimura here but McDonnell manages to reverse the position and he's now in Johnson's guard.
McDonnell prevents Johnson from getting back to his feet. #ES#
Johnson is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T3#
McDonnell misses with the head strike. #BC#
Johnson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Remi Johnson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Johnson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Johnson shoots in and gets a takedown into McDonnell's guard.
Johnson postures up in McDonnell's guard and throws a big left but McDonnell blocks it.
Johnson distracts McDonnell with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
McDonnell seems keen to control Johnson's posture.
Johnson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McDonnell works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Johnson throws a big elbow that misses.
McDonnell working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Johnson.
McDonnell is adopting a defensive guard.
McDonnell 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.
Johnson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
McDonnell looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Johnson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.

And that's the end of the fight!
Remi Johnson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Johnson, 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: OFK 202 - Line Vs Do Urden
Date: Jun 12, 2022

#R1#
Johnson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McDonnell is fending him off so far but Johnson persists. Nope, McDonnell circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Johnson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
McDonnell is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Johnson off and has taken his back!
I've been told that McDonnell has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
McDonnell just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
McDonnell lands a shot to the body.
McDonnell tries to keep control of the position but Johnson is staying busy.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet. #T2#
McDonnell controlling the position well here. Johnson rolled but McDonnell kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Johnson is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
A lull in the action here. #T3#
Johnson is trying to stand back up.
Johnson trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
McDonnell tries to keep control of the position but Johnson is staying busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johnson is trying to stand back up. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McDonnell struggling to keep hold of the position.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
McDonnell misses with a low kick.#TD#
Johnson drives through with a takedown into McDonnell's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Johnson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
McDonnell is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Johnson passes easily into side control. Nice work.
McDonnell takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Johnson throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and McDonnell works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throwing shots but McDonnell is blocking nicely.
McDonnell controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T1#
Johnson lands strikes from half guard.
Johnson trying to control the action but McDonnell is working from the bottom.
Johnson winds up and cracks McDonnell with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
McDonnell trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Johnson lands with some vicious ground and pound - can McDonnell hang on?
Johnson cracks McDonnell with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Johnson punishing his opponent with strikes.
McDonnell is trying desperately to improve position.#T2#
BOOM! Johnson connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Johnson misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Johnson looking to finish McDonnell with some ground and pound. This is bad for McDonnell!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Johnson controlling from the full mount.
McDonnell wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Johnson.
McDonnell is in all sorts of trouble here.
Johnson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of McDonnell's face.
Johnson pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#SUB#
Johnson has control of McDonnell's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and McDonnell regains control of the situation pretty easily. #T3#
Johnson controlling from mount.
Johnson fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
McDonnell blocking the ground and pound.
McDonnell tries to reverse the position but Johnson maintains control.
Johnson raining down hammerfists from mount.
Johnson looking to finish McDonnell with some ground and pound. This is bad for McDonnell!#SUB#
Johnson is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but McDonnell is surviving well by controlling Johnson's body position as best he can.
Johnson trying to control but McDonnell is having none of it. #T4#
Johnson lands with some strikes.
Johnson looking to control but McDonnell is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Johnson throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
McDonnell takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Johnson misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #SUB#
Johnson looking to secure an arm triangle but McDonnell defends it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Remi Johnson dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Johnson tries to score a power double leg takedown but McDonnell sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Johnson somewhat.
Johnson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McDonnell can do to turn this around?
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
Johnson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Johnson misses with a jab to the body
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Johnson drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Johnson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Johnson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throwing strikes but missing.
Johnson landing some decent shots from guard.
Johnson 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.
Johnson throwing strikes from guard but McDonnell blocks nicely. #T1#
McDonnell keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDonnell tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McDonnell wants to get back to his feet but Johnson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
McDonnell preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Johnson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Johnson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Johnson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #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.#SUB#
Johnson drops back, looking for a kneebar! McDonnell looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. McDonnell looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from McDonnell! #REVB#
Johnson wants to get back to his feet.
Johnson tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
McDonnell struggling to land strikes to the head as Johnson covers up.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Johnson prevents McDonnell from getting a body triangle.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#ES#
Johnson is looking to stand back up. He's having to work hard to escape but eventually he manages it.
Johnson misses with a takedown
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Johnson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McDonnell misses with a body shot.
Johnson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McDonnell as he avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from McDonnell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Johnson scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Remi Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson darts in looking for a takedown but McDonnell gets double underhooks and turns Johnson into the cage.
McDonnell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Johnson has McDonnell pressed against the cage, preventing McDonnell from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McDonnell is trying to break the clinch but Johnson is controlling him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McDonnell wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Johnson misses with a takedown
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: OFK 195 - Line Vs Chan
Date: May 21, 2022

#R1#
Bomstaerk moves forwards but McDonnell connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McDonnell leaves Bomstaerk with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A head kick misses from Bomstaerk.
Bomstaerk looks for a takedown but McDonnell sprawls well.
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
Bomstaerk takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Bomstaerk.
Bomstaerk 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.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
A low kick lands for McDonnell.
Bobby Bomstaerk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell misses with a hook. Bomstaerk ducked under it nicely.
Bomstaerk appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Bomstaerk drives through with a takedown into McDonnell's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
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!
Bomstaerk tries to free his leg and advance position but McDonnell is retaining full guard.
Bomstaerk looking to sit in guard and control but McDonnell gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Bomstaerk is looking to cinch up a triangle. McDonnell throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Bomstaerk's body to avoid the submission. Bomstaerk has instead reached around McDonnell's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Bomstaerk arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bobby Bomstaerk!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Bobby Bomstaerk waved his t-shirt featuring Altitude Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: OFK 190 - Line Vs Bates
Date: May 01, 2022

#R1#
McDonnell avoids a punch combination nicely.
Eddie Ryan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of Ryan's head but Ryan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ryan went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
McDonnell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McDonnell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ryan.
Ryan changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Ryan is just out of range.
Ryan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McDonnell throws a quick inside leg kick.
A right-left combo lands from Ryan.
Ryan slips a straight right by McDonnell.
Ryan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ryan misses with a straight right.
McDonnell throws out a counter right but Ryan avoids it with no problem.
Ryan throws a right and a left that both miss.
McDonnell slips a jab and a cross from Ryan. #T1#
The fighters circling - McDonnell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ryan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McDonnell connects with a crisp jab.
Ryan ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ryan misses with a straight right.
We've been informed that McDonnell 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.
Ryan moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
McDonnell misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Ryan to counter with a crisp jab.
Ryan ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of Ryan's head but Ryan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A punch combination from Ryan misses.
McDonnell with a nice calf kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ryan missing with a left hand there. McDonnell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A countering left hand to the body from McDonnell misses.
Ryan throws a series of punches but McDonnell moves out of range. #T2#
Ryan thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McDonnell stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Ryan is just out of range.
Ryan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McDonnell. McDonnell obviously looking to wear him down.
Nice uppercut lands for McDonnell. That snapped Ryan's head back.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on Ryan's shoulder, as Ryan tries to avoid the shot.
Ryan throws a nice looking combination but McDonnell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McDonnell walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McDonnell takes one on the button.
McDonnell lands a lovely overhand right.
Ryan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ryan ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ryan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
As McDonnell looks to move away, Ryan throws a big counter combo but McDonnell just gets out of the way.#T3#
Ryan shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. McDonnell eats them both and turns towards Ryan to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
McDonnell jabs Ryan right on the nose. Ryan blinks but takes it well.
Some wild striking there from Ryan.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ryan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McDonnell throws a hook but Ryan blocks it.
Ryan throwing a counter right hand but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by Ryan.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on Ryan's shoulder, as Ryan tries to avoid the shot.
Ryan falls off balance throwing a combination
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
Ryan cracks McDonnell with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McDonnell misses with a body shot. #T4#
Ryan scores with a one two! McDonnell had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ryan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McDonnell but McDonnell pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McDonnell flicks out a counter leg kick but Ryan steps away.
Ryan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ryan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McDonnell.
McDonnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McDonnell lands a lovely overhand right.
McDonnell throws a low kick but Ryan avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ryan swinging wildly here.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ger McDonnell will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
That's time! Ryan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
McDonnell throws a jab but it's blocked by Ryan.
Ryan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McDonnell lands a leg kick that knocks Ryan off balance momentarily.
McDonnell lands a jab to Ryan's midsection.
McDonnell throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ryan.
Ryan connects with a single shot there.
McDonnell throws a leg kick that is checked
and Ryan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ryan misses with a combination
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab.
McDonnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McDonnell connects with a single shot there.
Ryan feints a jab promting McDonnell to slip. Ryan then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McDonnell slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. Ryan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McDonnell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
Ryan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
The fighters circling - McDonnell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McDonnell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ryan.
Ryan is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Ryan slips a jab from McDonnell.
Ryan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A punch combination from McDonnell misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Ryan misses the target.
McDonnell closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ryan takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ryan misses with a wild combination.
McDonnell is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ryan with a body shot.
McDonnell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ryan. #T2#
McDonnell chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McDonnell missing with a left hand there. Ryan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ryan throws a low kick but McDonnell moves out of range easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ryan moves forwards but McDonnell connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McDonnell scores with a three punch combo!
Ryan misses with a two punch combination.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McDonnell misses with a hook
and Ryan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
McDonnell lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Ryan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Ryan throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
McDonnell throws a hook but Ryan avoids it easily.#CL#
Ryan moves into range and clinches up with McDonnell.
A nice left hand lands by McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
McDonnell's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ryan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Ger McDonnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but Ryan uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab from McDonnell does it's job there.
McDonnell lands a nice shot that snaps Ryan's head back.
Ryan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but Ryan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ryan appears to be looking for a big counter.
Ryan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
Ryan feints a jab promting McDonnell to slip. Ryan then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McDonnell slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Ryan is out of range.
McDonnell misses with a leg kick
and Ryan counters with a one-two to the body.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Ryan avoids the punch easily.
McDonnell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ryan.
McDonnell motions for Ryan to come forward. McDonnell throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ryan tries to counter with a takedown but McDonnell is quick to defend against it.
A slow jab from Ryan misses its intended target.
Ryan misses with the combination.
Ryan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ryan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McDonnell.
No joy there for Ryan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McDonnell misses with a straight right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Ryan tries to clinch but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ryan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Ryan.
Ryan misses with a double jab
and McDonnell counters with a nice uppercut.
A clash of legs there as Ryan blocks the low kick.
McDonnell getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McDonnell dips to his left and cracks Ryan with an uppercut!
Eddie Ryan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ryan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ryan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Ryan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ryan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Ryan moved out of range nicely.
Ryan misses with the combination. #T1#
Ryan throws a right and a left that McDonnell avoids nicely.
McDonnell looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ryan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McDonnell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ryan at a distance.
Jab by McDonnell.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McDonnell throws a series of punches but Ryan moves out of range.
Ryan throws a lazy right hand but McDonnell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ryan has his takedown stuffed
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
McDonnell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #ROC2#Ryan is rocked!
Ryan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Oh Ryan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McDonnell chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as McDonnell checks a leg kick.
Ryan has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McDonnell finds it's way round the side to connect with Ryan's head. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Ryan does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonnell walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Ryan drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! McDonnell swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Ryan's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ger McDonnell!
A very excited looking Ger McDonnell made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: OFK 183 - Alela Vs Petrov
Date: Apr 09, 2022

#R1#
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Plutov.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Plutov moved out of range.
Plutov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from McDonnell.
Wasyl Plutov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Plutov throws a lazy uppercut
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Plutov throws a one two combo. #CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Plutov moves away.
Plutov throws a head kick but McDonnell moves out of range.
Plutov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McDonnell to score with a decent uppercut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McDonnell.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonnell connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McDonnell avoids a punch combination nicely.
Plutov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McDonnell at a distance.
Plutov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Plutov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Plutov.#T1#
Plutov throws a half hearted mid kick.
McDonnell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McDonnell uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Plutov has time to react.
Plutov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Plutov instigates a clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Plutov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McDonnell misses with a body punch.
Plutov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Plutov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McDonnells head.
McDonnell stalling the fight.
Plutov trying to stall but McDonnell improves his position.
Plutov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Plutov.
McDonnell is looking to control Plutov's arms but Plutov gets an underhook and turns him. Now McDonnell has his back to the cage. #T2#
Plutov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has McDonnell in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
McDonnell misses with a body punch.
McDonnell pushes Plutov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Plutov missing with knees to the body.
Plutov misses with an elbow strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Plutov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Plutov prevents a body shot from McDonnell.
McDonnell blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McDonnell is pushing Plutov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Plutov looking to slow down the pace here.
Plutov missing with knees to the body.
Plutov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McDonnell is defending well for now.
Plutov wants to stall.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T3#
McDonnell misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Plutov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Plutov taking a breather.
Plutov wants to stall.
McDonnell stalling against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Plutov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Wasyl Plutov.
McDonnell walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Plutov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McDonnell paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Plutov is just out of range.
McDonnell throws a right and a left that Plutov avoids nicely.
Plutov tried to counter with a leg kick but McDonnell avoided it.
Plutov thows a left - swing and a miss!
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Plutov.
We've been told by Plutov's head coaches at Kaptajnernes TrÃ¦ningscenter that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T4#
Plutov throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Plutov ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
A cross from McDonnell lands.
Plutov with a hook.
McDonnell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Plutov misses with the combination.
Plutov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McDonnell doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Plutov clinches up with McDonnell and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
McDonnell breaks the clinch.
McDonnell defending well as Plutov loads up on a big left hand.
Plutov is looking to clinch.
McDonnell takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL#
McDonnell tries to keep at a distance but Plutov has taken the fight into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wasyl Plutov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell'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#
McDonnell catches Plutov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Plutov throws an off balance right hand
letting McDonnell counter with a right hand.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Plutov with a hook.#CL#
Plutov moves into range and clinches up with McDonnell.
Plutov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McDonnell lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wasyl Plutov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Plutov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Plutov lands a nice elbow.
McDonnell lands a nice shot to the body.
McDonnell tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Plutov lands a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Plutov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
McDonnell blocks the elbow strike.
Plutov lands a right hand.
Plutov misses with some punches.
McDonnell lands a good knee to the midsection. Plutov won't want to take too many of those.#T1#
Plutov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Plutov digs a right hand underneath McDonnell's ribcage. McDonnell let out a lung full of air as it connected.
McDonnell misses with a hook from the clinch.
McDonnell dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Plutov takes a shot to the head.
McDonnell misses with a punch on the inside.
McDonnell lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Plutov backwards.
A right hand to the body from Plutov.
Plutov blocks a body shot from McDonnell.
McDonnell trying to land knees to the body.
Plutov throws an elbow but it misses.
Plutov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McDonnell scores with a shoulder strike.
McDonnell is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Plutov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
McDonnell's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Plutov wants to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McDonnell! But no joy.
McDonnell throws a hook but Plutov avoids it easily.
Plutov wants to clinch.
McDonnell takes a swing at Plutov's ribcage but misses.
Plutov is looking to clinch but McDonnell is avoiding it.
Plutov scores with a decent looking hook.
Plutov drops his hands momentarily and McDonnell takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Plutov misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
McDonnell clobbers Plutov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
McDonnell dodges the punch combination from Plutov. #T3#
McDonnell blocks a head kick by Plutov.
McDonnell takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Plutov lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#That has opened up Ger McDonnell's cut even more.
Plutov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Plutov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Plutov misses with a kick to the body
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McDonnell avoids the head kick by Plutov.
Plutov just misses with a punch to the body.
McDonnell doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Plutov feints a jab promting McDonnell to slip. Plutov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McDonnell slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Plutov moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
McDonnell 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.
Plutov takes a swing at McDonnell's ribcage but misses.
Plutov tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from McDonnell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Plutov misses with a body shot.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Plutov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Plutov scores with a nice strike.#T4##CL2#
McDonnell gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
McDonnell misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Plutov missing with knees to the body.
McDonnell blocks the elbow strike.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. McDonnell obliges.
McDonnell is leaning against Plutov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Nice elbow from Plutov.
Plutov tries to land a knee to the head but McDonnell blocks with his arms.
Plutov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
McDonnell lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McDonnell's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
McDonnell presses Plutov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short uppercut from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Plutov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
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 Wasyl Plutov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell'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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Jab by Plutov.
Plutov misses with the combination.
McDonnell wants to clinch.
Jab by Plutov.
Plutov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CL2#
McDonnell has taken the fight to the clinch.
McDonnell lands a right hand that snaps the head of Plutov backwards. #T1#
Plutov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McDonnell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McDonnell is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Plutov is defending well for now.
Plutov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McDonnell tries to land knees in the clinch but Plutov avoids the damage to the body.
Plutov throws a head punch that misses.
Plutov looking to throw knees to the head but McDonnell is blocking nicely.
McDonnell lands a left hand that snaps the head of Plutov backwards.
Plutov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McDonnell lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Plutov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Plutov connects with a knee to the head.
Plutov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McDonnell throws a punch but it's blocked by Plutov.
Plutov blocking some punches. #BC2#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McDonnell slips a jab from Plutov.
Nice jab there from McDonnell. #T2#
Plutov throws a sloppy head kick and McDonnell moves out of range easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Plutov misses with a jab, cross combination.
A jab from Plutov does it's job there.
McDonnell cracks Plutov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Plutov throws a sloppy body shot
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McDonnell lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Plutov throws a jab but it's blocked by McDonnell.
McDonnell is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
McDonnell lands with a hook. Plutov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Plutov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Plutov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Plutov connects with a jab.
McDonnell misses with a few strikes there.
Plutov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McDonnell now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T3#
McDonnell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Plutov.
McDonnell scores with a hook.
Plutov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
McDonnell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Plutov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Plutov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but McDonnell manages to circle out of the way.
McDonnell moves forwards but Plutov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McDonnell misses with a straight right.
Plutov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McDonnell cracks Plutov with an open hand slap.
Wasyl Plutov is winning the standup battle so far.
Plutov throws a leg kick which misses McDonnell's front leg but catches the back leg as McDonnell tries to avoid it.
Plutov clobbers McDonnell with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Plutov throws a lazy uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a nice body shot.
McDonnell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Plutov.
Plutov tries to bum rush McDonnell with a series of wild strikes but McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Plutov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McDonnell.
Plutov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Plutov.
Jab, jab by Plutov - just one landing.
Plutov looks to land a right hand but McDonnell moved out of range.
McDonnell takes a swing at Plutov's ribcage but misses.
McDonnell swats away the attempt to clinch by Plutov.
Wasyl Plutov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Plutov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McDonnell.
Plutov thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on McDonnell if he has to take too many more of those.
Plutov tries a head kick but it misses.
Plutov throws a jab but it's blocked by McDonnell.
Ger McDonnell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Plutov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wasyl Plutov!
After the big win, Wasyl Plutov made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Altitude Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: OFK 131 - Graves Vs plutov
Date: Oct 09, 2021

#R1#
Seehaver fails with the takedown
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Seehaver has been working on his balance at JAG Battle Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by McDonnell.
Seehaver looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Seehaver fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
McDonnell changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Seehaver takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Seehaver is defended easily by McDonnell.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kyle Seehaver. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A decent looking cross lands there for McDonnell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell digs a good hook to Seehaver's body.
McDonnell lands a nice hook to Seehaver's body. Seehaver takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2#
McDonnell pushes Seehaver up against the cage in a clinch.#T1#
McDonnell stops a takedown attempt from Seehaver.
McDonnell has Seehaver pressed against the cage. #BC2#
McDonnell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Seehaver walks into a left hand. #CUT2#It looks like Kyle Seehaver has been cut.
McDonnell works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC2#Seehaver is rocked!
Kyle Seehaver seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell flashes Seehaver a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Seehaver's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Seehaver crumples to the floor! He's out cold! McDonnell punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ger McDonnell!
During a confident post fight interview, Ger McDonnell thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: OFK 123 - Power Vs Volkov
Date: Sep 11, 2021

#R1##CL2#
McDonnell clinches.
McDonnell letting Graves take a breather here.
McDonnell is looking to control Graves's arms but Graves gets an underhook and turns him. Now McDonnell has his back to the cage.
Graves tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. McDonnell smiles and moves away.
Graves throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Graves ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
A telegraphed right hand from McDonnell misses the target.
Graves waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with a hook to the body
and Graves counters with a two punch combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell looks to throw the jab but Graves is out of range.
McDonnell throws a right and a left that Graves avoids nicely.
McDonnell takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Graves closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T1#
McDonnell throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Graves to counter with a crisp jab.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Graves counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Graves performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Graves is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McDonnell defends it well. #SUB#
Graves looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
McDonnell tries to get to full guard but Graves has control of the leg. #T2#
McDonnell is staying active underneath Graves, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Graves has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Graves connects with a nice short shot to McDonnell's temple.
Graves slips a nice elbow through McDonnell's hands, connecting with McDonnell's forehead.
Graves tries to pass to full mount but McDonnell defends it.
Graves is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Graves lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T3#
Graves wants to free his trapped foot but McDonnell is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Graves trying to control from half guard but McDonnell is working away.
McDonnell wants to get back to full guard.
McDonnell won't allow Graves to pass to mount.
McDonnell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McDonnell really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Graves. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Graves tries to pass to full mount but McDonnell defends it.
Graves looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Graves wants to pass the guard but McDonnell is defending well. #SUB#
Graves looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T4#
Graves wants to take a breather but McDonnell is having none of it.
Graves passes to full mount!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Graves cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
McDonnell is wriggling around trying to escape.
Graves working McDonnell over with strikes here.
McDonnell wants to hold on but Graves pushes him away.
Graves has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of McDonnell's face.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Graves landing strikes from the mount and McDonnell is in trouble!
McDonnell tries to hold on but Graves pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ernest Graves dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Graves moves out of range of the strikes.
McDonnell throws the left hand but Graves avoids the punch easily.
Graves looks to land a right hand but McDonnell moved out of range.
A slow jab from McDonnell misses its intended target. #TD#
Graves scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Graves cracks McDonnell with a big right hand but McDonnell just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
McDonnell is looking for a sweep.
Graves lands some shots froms side control.#CUT#That has opened up Ger McDonnell's cut even more.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell tries to bench press Graves off him but Graves keeps the position.
Graves advances to full mount.
Graves with shots to the head and body - McDonnell looks very uncomfortable down there. #T1#
Graves scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Graves sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Graves with a couple of short strikes.#CUT#The cut above Ger McDonnell's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
McDonnell tries to hold on but Graves pushes him away.
Graves lands a couple of good shots and McDonnell has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#CUT#Ger McDonnell'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 Ger McDonnell's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Ernest Graves!
Ernest Graves retains his lightweight title!
A less than humble Ernest Graves misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: OFK 118 - Mustonen Vs Bagwis
Date: Aug 25, 2021

#R1#
McDonnell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McDonnell misses with a jab, cross combination.
Knapp has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice body kick there by Knapp.
A swing and a miss from Knapp.
Knapp moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Knapp misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
Jimmy Knapp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Knapp.
McDonnell misses with a straight left.
McDonnell throws a hook but Knapp avoids it easily.
Knapp tries a quick counter leg kick but McDonnell is wise to it.
McDonnell with a jab.
McDonnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Knapp.
McDonnell looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Knapp misses with the combination.
A big right from Knapp misses.
McDonnell swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Knapp's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McDonnell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Knapp scrambles back to his feet.#T1#
Knapp feints a jab promting McDonnell to slip. Knapp then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McDonnell slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
Knapp lands with a cross.
McDonnell lands with a right hand. #CL#
McDonnell gets a clinch.
Knapp trying to stall but McDonnell improves his position.
McDonnell blocking some punches.
A short left from McDonnell.
A shot in the inside from McDonnell.
Knapp wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McDonnell has him pressed against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from McDonnell.
Knapp throws a punch but it's blocked by McDonnell.
Knapp tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McDonnell misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McDonnell trying to land knees to the body.
McDonnell is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Knapp is defending well for now.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knapp managing to block the knees to the body from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands with a light punch inside.
McDonnell missing with knees to the body. #T2#
Knapp fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Knapp lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Knapp misses with a hook from the clinch.
Knapp swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McDonnell pushes Knapp back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Knapp has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McDonnell avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from McDonnell.
Knapp letting McDonnell take a breather here.
Knapp avoiding damage as McDonnell throws knees to the body.
McDonnell lands a body punch.
Knapp misses with a hook from the clinch.
McDonnell throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Knapps head.
McDonnell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Knapp's elbow.
Knapp is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
McDonnell is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
McDonnell lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Knapp tries for a takedown. No joy. #T3#
A short left from McDonnell.
Knapp misses with a punch on the inside.
McDonnell lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Knapp tries to circle away but McDonnell has him pinned against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Knapp.
Knapp is trying to break the clinch but McDonnell has him pressed against the cage.
McDonnell lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Knapp taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Knapp wants a takedown.
Ger McDonnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jimmy Knapp.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McDonnell.
Knapp wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McDonnell.
McDonnell trying to land knees to the body.
Knapp misses with a short punch on the inside.
Knapp swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McDonnell lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Knapp misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Knapp fails to land.
The referee calls for McDonnell to work.
McDonnell blocks an uppercut. #T4#
McDonnell stops a takedown attempt from Knapp.
Knapp fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McDonnell scores with a shot to the side of Knapp's head.
Knapp wants to take the fight to the mat but McDonnell manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Knapp is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from McDonnell.
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!
Knapp is trying to break the clinch but McDonnell has him pressed against the cage.
McDonnell lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Knapp backwards.
McDonnell lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Knapp backwards.
Knapp has McDonnell pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. McDonnell manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
McDonnell works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
McDonnell lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Knapp goes for a takedown in the clinch but McDonnell prevents it.
Knapp looks winded!
A right hook to the body lands for McDonnell.
McDonnell scores with a shoulder strike.
McDonnell slows down the pace here.
Knapp being controlled against the cage.
McDonnell missing with knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell'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#
McDonnell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Knapp pushes McDonnell away with a front kick.
Jab, jab by Knapp - just one landing.
McDonnell tries to close the distance and clinch but Knapp swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Knapp looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Knapp misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
It looked like McDonnell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Knapp keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
Knapp fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Knapp misses with a body shot.
Knapp throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knapp looks to land a combination. McDonnell sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
A swing and a miss from McDonnell.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Knapp moved out of range.
Knapp is looking for the big counter here.
Jimmy Knapp seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McDonnell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knapp wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
Knapp tries a head kick but it misses.
McDonnell swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Knapp blocks a jab.
Knapp stuns McDonnell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Knapp throws a right and a left that both miss.
Knapp with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McDonnell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McDonnell uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McDonnell misses with a looping right.
Knapp throws a body kick that misses.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McDonnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Knapp can do to turn this around?
Knapp needs to keep his hands up - McDonnell had a free shot at his head there.
Knapp swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. Knapp saw that one coming.
Knapp throws a poor cross that misses
and McDonnell counters with a straight right hand.
Knapp misses with a combination
and McDonnell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Knapp scores with a spinning back kick!
Knapp scores with a kick to the body.
McDonnell misses with a hook
and Knapp cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Knapp throws a looping overhand right but McDonnell ducks down to avoid it.
Knapp throws a sloppy head kick
and McDonnell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McDonnell thuds his right hand into Knapp's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Knapp with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McDonnell slips a jab from Knapp.
Knapp is looking to slow McDonnell down with leg kicks. #T3#
A nice leg kick from Knapp, right into the meat of the thigh.
Knapp uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
McDonnell jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McDonnell ducks right into an uppercut from Knapp.
A jab from McDonnell misses.
Knapp looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Knapp throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Knapp with a nice calf kick.
Knapp misses with a lunging right hand
and McDonnell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McDonnell blocks the body kick.
McDonnell takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Knapp moves out of range of the strikes.
McDonnell slips under a jab from Knapp.#T4#
Knapp fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
Knapp misses with an uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
McDonnell misses with a straight right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Knapp lands a leg kick that knocks McDonnell off balance momentarily.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but Knapp slips the punch.
A lazy left from McDonnell finds it's target.
Knapp throws a poor cross that misses
and Knapp takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Knapp misses with a hook.
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
Knapp takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Knapp looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
Knapp throws a lazy uppercut
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jab, jab by McDonnell - just one landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jimmy Knapp will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell'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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Knapp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Knapp.
Knapp with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McDonnell to score with a decent uppercut.
Knapp misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.
McDonnell throwing a counter right hand but Knapp manages to avoid it.
Knapp misses with an uppercut.
Knapp fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McDonnell is out of range.
Knapp misses with a body shot.
Knapp takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Decent striking displayed by McDonnell there.
Knapp misses with a left hand
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lazy body kick from Knapp
and McDonnell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McDonnell takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Knapp let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Knapp throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
A big right from McDonnell misses.
Knapp tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Knapp gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McDonnell.
Knapp throws a quick inside leg kick.
McDonnell looks to land a right hand but Knapp moved out of range.
Knapp looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Knapp takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
McDonnell misses with a straight right.
Knapp counters with a body kick.
Knapp throws a right hand that misses
and McDonnell counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#Knapp is rocked!
Knapp misses with a left hand
and McDonnell scores with a counter punch that sends Knapp to the canvas! McDonnell smells blood - he's punishing Knapp with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Knapp has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ger McDonnell!
Ger McDonnell seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: OFK 111 - Plutov Vs Holloway
Date: Jul 31, 2021

#R1#
The Zealot throws a low kick but McDonnell avoids it.
McDonnell changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The Zealot takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The Zealot throws a head kick that misses.
The Zealot moves out of range as McDonnell strikes.
McDonnell takes a swing at The Zealot's ribcage but misses.
McDonnell connects with a good right hand that stumbles The Zealot. The Zealot circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A combination from McDonnell does no damage.
The Zealot misses with a low kick.
The Zealot really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The Zealot thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell connects with a body shot.
A slow jab from The Zealot misses its intended target.
The Zealot pivots, looking for a leg kick but McDonnell is out of range and The Zealot settles back down.
McDonnell scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Zealot takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The Zealot scores with a nice body kick.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but The Zealot is just out of range.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on The Zealot's shoulder, as The Zealot tries to avoid the shot.
McDonnell connects with a single shot there.#T1#
Nice body punch from McDonnell.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McDonnell fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. The Zealot looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McDonnell misses with a straight right.
McDonnell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The Zealot throws a hook to the side of McDonnell's head but McDonnell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Decent striking displayed by The Zealot there.
McDonnell lands a head shot.
McDonnell cracks The Zealot with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The Zealot cracks McDonnell with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The Zealot doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but The Zealot sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The Zealot cracks McDonnell with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McDonnell lands the left hand.
The Zealot displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McDonnell throws out the jab.
The Zealot moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The Zealot avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McDonnell is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! The Zealot had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
McDonnell dodges the punch combination from The Zealot. #T2#
A big left from The Zealot misses.
McDonnell has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
The Zealot fails to land with a series of punches.
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
The Zealot throws a right hand that McDonnell ducks under and follows up with a left that McDonnell also avoids with ease.
The Zealot moves out of range as McDonnell strikes.
McDonnell slips a jab and a cross from The Zealot.
The Zealot ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
The Zealot throws a nice looking combination but McDonnell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McDonnell cracks a nice hook into The Zealot's ribs.
McDonnell throws a right hand that The Zealot ducks under and follows up with a left that The Zealot also avoids with ease.
McDonnell scores with a sloppy right hand. The Zealot should have avoided that one.
A head kick misses from The Zealot.
The Zealot throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
McDonnell doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McDonnell throws a jab when The Zealot was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
McDonnell is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
McDonnell scores with a jab.
The Zealot waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonnell.
McDonnell gets cracked with a nice right hand there by The Zealot.#CUT#It looks like Ger McDonnell has been cut.
McDonnell tries to clinch up.
McDonnell checks a leg kick.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but The Zealot manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands a right hook to the body.
McDonnell works the jab nicely.
The Zealot looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McDonnell lands with a shot to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL2#
McDonnell gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The Zealot lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
McDonnell content to slow the pace in the clinch.
The Zealot scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right hook to the body lands for McDonnell.
The Zealot working aggressively here.
McDonnell scores with a shoulder strike.
McDonnell works on The Zealot's body with a couple of short punches.
McDonnell blocks a body shot from The Zealot. #T4#
McDonnell lands with a short shot to the head.
The Zealot goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McDonnell will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning The Zealot up against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
McDonnell lands a shot to the body.
McDonnell's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#BC2#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The Zealot ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The Zealot takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A slow jab from The Zealot misses its intended target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The Zealot thuds his right hand into McDonnell's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from The Zealot.
McDonnell takes a kick to the side of the head.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but The Zealot is just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
McDonnell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping The Zealot at a distance.
The Zealot walks into a straight right hand from McDonnell.
Sloppy strikes from The Zealot. Those never looked like landing.
McDonnell throws out a powerful jab.
McDonnell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The Zealot appears to be looking for a big counter.
McDonnell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract The Zealot.
The Zealot has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
The Zealot steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McDonnell.
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McDonnell throws a combination. The Zealot tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
The Zealot connects with a solid leg kick.
McDonnell misses with a straight left.
McDonnell walks into a straight right hand from The Zealot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The Zealot takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nice jab there from McDonnell.
McDonnell connects with a right hand. The Zealot shakes it off.
The Zealot lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
McDonnell thuds a left hand into The Zealot's body.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
The Zealot closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A telegraphed right hand from McDonnell misses the target.
McDonnell swings for the body but The Zealot moves out of range.
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
The Zealot takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The Zealot takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The Zealot scores with a spinning back kick!
The Zealot displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
McDonnell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The Zealot throws a head kick that misses.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McDonnell lands a right hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The Zealot takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McDonnell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from The Zealot.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Zealot was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
McDonnell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McDonnell thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Zealot moves away.
Nice shot lands for McDonnell.#T2#
The Zealot loads up on a big right hand but McDonnell slips the punch.
The Zealot gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McDonnell lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The Zealot's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and The Zealot duly obliges.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell throws out a loose jab but The Zealot uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab, jab by McDonnell - just one landing.
The Zealot pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The Zealot takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McDonnell with a jab.
McDonnell lands a jab to the nose.
McDonnell paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
McDonnell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent The Zealot stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The Zealot keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The Zealot misses with a few strikes there.
The Zealot ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell scores with a decent looking hook.#T3#
McDonnell scores with a hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from The Zealot.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The Zealot throws a hook but McDonnell blocks it.
The Zealot takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body.
The Zealot scores with a nice right hand.
No joy there for The Zealot, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The Zealot slips under a jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like The Zealot wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell lands a jab to The Zealot's midsection.
McDonnell walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A decent looking cross lands there for McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a hook but The Zealot avoids it easily.
The Zealot throws a front kick that sends McDonnell stumbling back into the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Zealot throws a series of strikes that have McDonnell backpedaling.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell thuds his right hand into The Zealot's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
The Zealot avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McDonnell stuns The Zealot with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McDonnell slips a jab from The Zealot.
McDonnell slips a jab from The Zealot.
The Zealot looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The Zealot throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
McDonnell moves forwards but The Zealot connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The Zealot walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The Zealot shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The Zealot ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The Zealot takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ger McDonnell seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The Zealot throws a big shot that misses.
The Zealot lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
The Zealot takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The Zealot on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McDonnell lands with a nice body punch.
McDonnell misses with a looping left.
The Zealot with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ger McDonnell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ger McDonnell's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
McDonnell throws a body punch but The Zealot moves out of range.
The Zealot throws a solid leg kick but McDonnell takes the impact on his shin and smiles at The Zealot.
The Zealot takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McDonnell keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McDonnell works The Zealot's body with a nice hook.
The Zealot looks to land a left hand but McDonnell moved out of range nicely.
McDonnell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as The Zealot throws out the jab.
The Zealot fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McDonnell has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A big left from The Zealot misses.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McDonnell throws an overhand right that lands on The Zealot's shoulder, as The Zealot tries to avoid the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract The Zealot.
The Zealot throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but The Zealot is just out of range.#T1#
The Zealot misses with a kick to the body.
The Zealot takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McDonnell with a nice cross.
The Zealot fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McDonnell checks it well.
McDonnell listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body.
McDonnell staying out of range there.
The Zealot lands with a slapping head kick.
The Zealot throws an overhand right that lands on McDonnell's shoulder, as McDonnell tries to avoid the shot.
The Zealot misses with an attempted mid kick.
Decent striking displayed by McDonnell there.
McDonnell lands a nice hook to The Zealot's body. The Zealot takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McDonnell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping The Zealot at a distance.
McDonnell with a nice cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
The Zealot tries to work over McDonnell's front leg with a kick but McDonnell checks it.
McDonnell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The Zealot slips a jab from McDonnell.#T2#
McDonnell misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell scores with a crisp jab that stopped The Zealot in his tracks.
McDonnell fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McDonnell connects with a crisp jab.
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from The Zealot.
McDonnell throws a looping overhand right but The Zealot ducks down to avoid it.
A jab from The Zealot does it's job there.
A big left from The Zealot misses.
McDonnell lands a nice shot that snaps The Zealot's head back.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. The Zealot does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonnell lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
McDonnell checks the leg kick.
The Zealot walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McDonnell checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McDonnell! But no joy.
McDonnell scores with a hook.#CL2#
The Zealot tries to keep at a distance but McDonnell has taken the fight into the clinch.#T3#
The Zealot struggles to land a body shot inside as McDonnell controls his hands.
The Zealot pushes McDonnell back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McDonnell is looking to control The Zealot's arms but The Zealot gets an underhook and turns him. Now McDonnell has his back to the cage.
McDonnell lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McDonnell struggles to land a body shot inside as The Zealot controls his hands.
Masada The Zealot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The Zealot tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The Zealot blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The Zealot lands a body punch.
McDonnell stalling the fight.
McDonnell is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. The Zealot is defending well for now.
McDonnell controlling the action here for a moment.
The Zealot blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for The Zealot.
McDonnell blocks an uppercut.
McDonnell blocking some punches. #T4#
McDonnell misses with a punch to the body.
McDonnell lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The Zealot blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The Zealot is leaning against McDonnell and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2#
McDonnell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The Zealot swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McDonnell throws a hook to the side of The Zealot's head but The Zealot sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McDonnell ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McDonnell jabs The Zealot right on the nose. The Zealot blinks but takes it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The Zealot thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A shot to the liver by McDonnell. Beautiful body shot.
The Zealot blocks a jab.
The Zealot looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The Zealot stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The Zealot looks to throw the jab but McDonnell is out of range.
Ger McDonnell is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McDonnell scores with a jab to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ger McDonnell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McDonnell 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ger McDonnell!
Our winner, Ger McDonnell, 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: OFK 98 - Dokov Vs Kriel
Date: Jun 16, 2021

#R1#
Struss misses with a two punch combination.
McDonnell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McDonnell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell 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.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. Struss saw that one coming.
McDonnell lands a slapping body shot.
Struss will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McDonnell.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice jab there from McDonnell.
McDonnell lands a right hook to the body.
McDonnell throws a poor cross that misses
and Struss counters with a left 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!
McDonnell thuds his right hand into Struss's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McDonnell lands a jab to Struss's midsection.
Struss swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling McDonnell to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
McDonnell gets a clinch. #T1##BC#
Struss pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McDonnell lands with an uppercut that bounces Struss off the cage and back into range.
Struss throws a nice looking combination but McDonnell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McDonnell lands a slapping body shot.
McDonnell looks to score with a jab to the body but Struss is just out of range.
Struss throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McDonnell lands with a nice combination. Struss backs away looking to recover.#ROC2#Struss is rocked!
McDonnell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Oh Struss is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McDonnell circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Struss to the canvas! Struss doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - McDonnell keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ger McDonnell!

Event: QFC Tournament 1018 Round 1
Date: Nov 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McDonnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McDonnell 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.
McDonnell scores with a nice strike.
Harris shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McDonnell as he jumps to the side.
Harris takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
McDonnell connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Harris momentarily.
McDonnell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Harris stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McDonnell works the jab nicely.
A left lands for McDonnell.
McDonnell dips to his left and cracks Harris with an uppercut!
Ger McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Harris looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for McDonnell!
McDonnell tries to improve position but can't.
McDonnell manages to work his way to half guard, despite Harris's best efforts.
McDonnell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Harris is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Harris is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and McDonnell reverses the position - he's now on top in Harris's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDonnell trying to control but Harris is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Harris holds on and takes a little breather.
McDonnell engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Harris wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Harris is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! McDonnell has his hands clasped together but Harris extends and breaks McDonnell's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Harris.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marcus Harris!

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