Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SYN 1066 Cruz vs Ocampo
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
Man Iii misses with a hook #TD2#
and Pizziconi counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pizziconi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pizziconi won't allow Man Iii to get back to his feet.
Pizziconi makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Pizziconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pizziconi is looking to work some ground and pound but Man Iii has wrist control.
Pizziconi throwing strikes from guard but Man Iii blocks nicely.
Pizziconi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Man Iii preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pizziconi lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Man Iii wants to sweep here but Pizziconi controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Man Iii is adopting a defensive guard.
Pizziconi landing with the ground and pound.
Pizziconi advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Man Iii's head.
Man Iii keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Man Iii is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pizziconi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Man Iii knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Pizziconi drops an elbow to the side of Man Iii's head. #T2#
Pizziconi is pressing down on Man Iii's thigh, looking to free his foot. Man Iii is holding on for now.
Man Iii is not content to let Pizziconi control the position.
Pizziconi throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Man Iii to regain full guard.
Pizziconi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Man Iii can't keep his opponent in guard - Pizziconi advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Pizziconi slows the pace down in half guard.
Pizziconi trying to control the action but Man Iii is working from the bottom. #T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Pizziconi in particular looking to stall.
Pizziconi not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Pizziconi looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but Man Iii is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pizziconi to get the leverage.
Pizziconi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Pizziconi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Man Iii knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Pizziconi is trying to control. Man Iii wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but Man Iii is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pizziconi to get the leverage. #T4#
Pizziconi thows a huge punch but Man Iii dodges it nicely.
Man Iii tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Pizziconi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Man Iii does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Man Iii throws an overhand right that lands on Pizziconi's shoulder, as Pizziconi tries to avoid the shot.
Yip Man Iii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A chopping leg kick lands by Man Iii.
No joy there for Man Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Man Iii thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pizziconi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Man Iii tries to bum rush Pizziconi with a series of wild strikes but Pizziconi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi dominated that round.
That's time! Man Iii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Man Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pizziconi manages to avoid it.
Man Iii slaps away a takedown attempt from Pizziconi, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Man Iii, looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Man Iii against the cage but Man Iii circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Man Iii scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Pizziconi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Man Iii can pounce on him.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown but Man Iii manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pizziconi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Yip Man Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Pizziconi closes this distance looking for a takedown but Man Iii circles away.
Man Iii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pizziconi.
A nice leg kick lands there from Man Iii.
Man Iii throws out a loose jab but Pizziconi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pizziconi closes this distance looking for a takedown but Man Iii circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Man Iii shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Man Iii appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Man Iii lands a nice hook to Pizziconi's body. Pizziconi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Pizziconi staying out of range there.
Yip Man Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Man Iii scores with a body shot.
Some bone on bone action there as Pizziconi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Pizziconi shoots for a double leg takedown but Man Iii sprawls well. He's pushed Pizziconi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Man Iii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pizziconi.
Man Iii fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Pizziconi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Man Iii swats away the attempt to clinch by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Man Iii but Man Iii pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Man Iii is looking to stand up but Pizziconi isn't so interested in that idea.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Man Iii keeps moving. #T2#
Pizziconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pizziconi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Man Iii keeps moving.
Osmany Pizziconi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pizziconi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Man Iii wants to stand up but Pizziconi is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Man Iii.#TD2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Pizziconi wants to advance to full mount but Man Iii doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Man Iii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi preventing the sweep. #SU2#
Pizziconi stands up from Man Iii's guard - Pizziconi perhaps looking for a knockout.
Man Iii throws a series of punches but Pizziconi avoids them all with ease.
Pizziconi unleashes a big counter combination but Man Iii bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Pizziconi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Pizziconi has his takedown stuffed
and Man Iii counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Man Iii.
Man Iii throws a body punch but Pizziconi moves out of range.
Pizziconi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Man Iii.
Pizziconi is looking to clinch.
Pizziconi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Man Iii.
Man Iii looks to land a left hand but Pizziconi moved out of range nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Man Iii is looking to slow Pizziconi down with leg kicks.
Man Iii connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Pizziconi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And Pizziconi tries to counter it with a takedown but Man Iii pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL2#
Pizziconi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Pizziconi is looking to take this one to the mat.
Pizziconi is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Man Iii can't find room to land a body shot as Pizziconi controls the action.
Man Iii tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pizziconi's elbow.
Man Iii misses with a punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yip Man Iii dominated that second round.
That's time! Man Iii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Pizziconi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Man Iii.
Pizziconi tries to counter with a clinch but Man Iii shakes him off and moves away.
An inside leg kick lands from Man Iii. #TD2#
Pizziconi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Pizziconi controls the position from side control.
Man Iii is working to avoid the ground and pound but Pizziconi connects with a decent elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Man Iii is not content to let Pizziconi control the position.
Pizziconi taking a break here but Man Iii is having none of it and regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi is trying to control. Man Iii wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Pizziconi controlling the action here.
Pizziconi lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Man Iii is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Man Iii moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Pizziconi trying to control but Man Iii is working from the bottom. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Man Iii working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Man Iii works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Man Iii preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pizziconi lands a couple of digs.
Man Iii working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Pizziconi wants to pass the guard but Man Iii is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Man Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Man Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pizziconi can do to turn this around?#T3#
Man Iii motions for Pizziconi to come forward. Man Iii throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Man Iii finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Pizziconi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Osmany Pizziconi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Man Iii just misses with a punch to the body.
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Man Iii swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pizziconi was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Man Iii is trying to get back to half guard.
Pizziconi working the head with strikes.
Man Iii parries the strikes from Pizziconi easily there. Pizziconi is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Man Iii to escape.
Man Iii takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Pizziconi tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Pizziconi controls the position.
Man Iii struggling a bit here.
Man Iii dodges the ground and pound from Pizziconi.#SUB2#
Pizziconi tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pizziconi takes a little break here. Man Iii wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi trying to control the position but Man Iii is working away.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Osmany Pizziconi!
Osmany Pizziconi tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: SYN 1059 Diggs vs Khan
Date: Mar 01, 2024

#R1#
Macaco connects with a jab.
Pizziconi throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Macaco defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Macaco was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Macaco throws a low kick but Pizziconi moves out of range easily.
Macaco throws a leg kick but Pizziconi checks it.
Pizziconi ducks under a wild hook from Macaco.#TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in and gets a takedown into Macaco's guard.

Macaco has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Pizziconi off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
We've been told by Macaco's head coaches at RBB Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Macaco throws a lazy right hand but Pizziconi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pizziconi darts in looking for a takedown but Macaco gets double underhooks and turns Pizziconi into the cage.
Diego Macaco has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Pizziconi shoots for a takedown but Macaco saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Macaco throws a hook to the side of Pizziconi's head but Pizziconi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1##TD2#
Pizziconi scores with a takedown into Macaco's guard.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Macaco being controlled here, momentarily.
Macaco keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi looking to pass the guard.
Pizziconi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Macaco trying to control the position here. #T2#
Pizziconi postures up in Macaco's guard and throws a big left but Macaco blocks it.
Pizziconi trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Macaco rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Pizziconi counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Pizziconi wants to control but Macaco is keeping him busy.
Pizziconi prevents Macaco from standing back up.
Macaco taking some punishment here, with Pizziconi in his half guard.
Pizziconi is trying to control. Macaco wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pizziconi throwing shots but Macaco is blocking nicely. #T3#
Pizziconi trying to control the pace.
Pizziconi thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Well, if Pizziconi is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pizziconi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Macaco avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Pizziconi wants to control but Macaco is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Macaco has hold of Pizziconi's hands but Pizziconi slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T4#
Pizziconi stalling.
Macaco pushes Pizziconi off looking to stand but Pizziconi dives back in and keeps control. #ES#
Macaco makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Macaco thows a leg kick but Pizziconi checks it #TD2#
and Pizziconi counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Macaco regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Pizziconi. #ES#
Macaco manages to escape and get back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pizziconi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Pizziconi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Macaco appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Macaco throws a big shot that misses.
Pizziconi tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Pizziconi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Diego Macaco dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Macaco thumps Pizziconi with a low kick.
Macaco throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pizziconi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Macaco lands a nice shot that snaps Pizziconi's head back.
Macaco cracks Pizziconi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Macaco misses with a low kick.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt - Macaco sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2#
Pizziconi has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi looking for a takedown.
Pizziconi blocks a body shot from Macaco.
Macaco doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Macaco stops a takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
Diego Macaco has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Macaco swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Macaco throws an elbow but misses. #T1#
Macaco struggles to land a body shot inside as Pizziconi controls his hands.
Macaco scores with a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Pizziconi ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Pizziconi no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU#
Macaco stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Pizziconi shoots in for a double leg but Macaco sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Macaco pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pizziconi wants to counter with a clinch but Macaco pushes him away.
Good shot there by Macaco.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Macaco is fending him off so far but Pizziconi persists. Nope, Macaco circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches.
Macaco gets underhooks to prevent Pizziconi's takedown attempt.
Macaco tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Macaco gets through Pizziconi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Pizziconi blocks a body shot from Macaco.
Pizziconi goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Pizziconi is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Macaco gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Macaco stops a takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
Macaco misses with an elbow over the top.
Macaco lands an elbow inside that Pizziconi shrugs off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Macaco pushes Pizziconi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Macaco misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Macaco. #TD2#
Pizziconi gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Macaco regains guard.
Pizziconi throwing strikes from guard but Macaco blocks nicely.
Macaco is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Pizziconi is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Macaco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Macaco is looking to stand up but Pizziconi isn't so interested in that idea. #ES#
Macaco manages to escape and get back to his feet. #TD2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Macaco to the mat! Macaco manages to get full guard.

Macaco manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good standup being displayed there by Macaco as he connects with a hook.
Pizziconi moves away from the strike by Macaco.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Macaco defends it nicely.#T4#
Macaco stuffs the takedown.
Diego Macaco is winning the standup battle so far.
A left lands for Macaco.
Macaco swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Macaco connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Pizziconi shoots for a takedown but Macaco saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Pizziconi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Macaco swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Pizziconi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Macaco lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Pizziconi moves out of range of the leg kick from Macaco.
Macaco tries a low kick but Pizziconi avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Diego Macaco dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Macaco tries to sprawl but Pizziconi drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Pizziconi looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Macaco with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Macaco has hold of Pizziconi's hands but Pizziconi slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Macaco avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi stops Macaco from getting back to his feet.
Pizziconi not doing much here.
Macaco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is working for a submission of some sort.
Macaco is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pizziconi can do to turn this around?
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Macaco is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Macaco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pizziconi throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Pizziconi seems to be working for a kimura but Macaco defends the submission attempt.
Macaco is trying to stand up here but Pizziconi is controlling him well.
Macaco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Macaco circles away easily
and Macaco counters with a nice uppercut. #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.
Pizziconi doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Macaco counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Pizziconi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Pizziconi blocks the elbow strike. #BC2#
Pizziconi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Macaco misses with an uppercut. Pizziconi saw that one coming.
Macaco throws a hook but Pizziconi avoids it easily.
Macaco stuffs the takedown.
Diego Macaco has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Macaco 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 Pizziconi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Pizziconi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown but Macaco sprawls well.#T3##TD2#
Pizziconi drives through with a takedown into guard.
Macaco is wriggling around but Pizziconi manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Nice strikes from Pizziconi there.
Pizziconi thows a huge punch but Macaco dodges it nicely.
Pizziconi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Macaco is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Pizziconi missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Osmany Pizziconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Diego Macaco is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Macaco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Pizziconi seems to be looking for submissions.
Macaco keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pizziconi is trying to control. Macaco wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi is looking to advance position but Macaco won't allow it.
Pizziconi is keen to just control but Macaco is a slippery customer.

And that's the end of the fight!
Osmany Pizziconi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Macaco 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Diego Macaco!
A very excited looking Diego Macaco 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: SYN 1055 Cruz vs Farman
Date: Feb 11, 2024

#R1##TD#
McCarthy shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
McCarthy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Pizziconi is trying to control the position but McCarthy postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi being controlled here, momentarily.
Pizziconi is trying to keep McCarthy in close.
McCarthy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pizziconi utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
McCarthy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McCarthy wants to pass the guard but Pizziconi is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
McCarthy is stalling in the full guard. #T1#
Pizziconi trying to control the position.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
McCarthy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McCarthy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A shot to the body from McCarthy misses #TD2#
and Pizziconi counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #T2#
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but McCarthy keeps working.
Pizziconi sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McCarthy defending well though.
McCarthy is refusing to be controlled, as Pizziconi sits in half guard.
McCarthy tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
McCarthy is trying to control but can't.
McCarthy is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
McCarthy works his way to full guard. Good work.
Pizziconi works over McCarthy with some ground and pound from guard.
Pizziconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pizziconi lands a couple of elbows.
McCarthy pulls Pizziconi in close to prevent any damage.
Pizziconi stopping the sweep attempt from McCarthy.#T3#
McCarthy trying to control the position.
McCarthy 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.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but McCarthy keeps moving.
Pizziconi works over McCarthy with some ground and pound from guard.
Pizziconi being controlled here momentarily.
Pizziconi controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#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.
McCarthy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
McCarthy pushes down on Pizziconi's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Pizziconi controlling the position well.
McCarthy is just content to waste time from the top position. Pizziconi takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCarthy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McCarthy won't allow Pizziconi to sweep him here.
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 Cormac McCarthy will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt
enabling McCarthy to counter with a crisp jab.
Pizziconi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD2#
Pizziconi gets a double leg takedown into McCarthy's guard.
McCarthy being controlled here, momentarily.
McCarthy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pizziconi's guard. #REVR#
McCarthy trying to control the position from guard on top but Pizziconi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCarthy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McCarthy trying to control the position from guard on top but Pizziconi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCarthy postures up. #T1#
McCarthy wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving.
McCarthy is looking to work some ground and pound but Pizziconi has wrist control.
McCarthy is stalling in the full guard.
McCarthy seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Pizziconi for as long as he can get away with.
Pizziconi pulls McCarthy in close to his closed guard and prevents McCarthy from doing any damage or advancing position.
Pizziconi's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McCarthy lands a really nice looking cross but Pizziconi seems unphased.
Osmany Pizziconi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Pizziconi avoids the body shot from McCarthy.
McCarthy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pizziconi has time to react.#CL2#
Pizziconi moves into the clinch successfully.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McCarthy.#BC#
McCarthy manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Pizziconi pushes McCarthy up against the cage in a clinch.
Pizziconi keeps the fight in the clinch, despite McCarthy's efforts to push away.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Pizziconi is trying to drag McCarthy to the mat but McCarthy just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T3#
McCarthy stalling against the cage.
McCarthy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Pizziconi backwards.
Pizziconi wants to take the fight to the mat but McCarthy manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Cormac McCarthy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.#TD2#
Pizziconi has clasped his hands together around McCarthy's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
McCarthy struggling a bit here.
McCarthy is looking for a sweep.
Pizziconi working the head with strikes.
Pizziconi throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Pizziconi fails to land a wild elbow strike.
McCarthy is looking for a sweep.
McCarthy manages to work his way to half guard, despite Pizziconi's best efforts.#T4#
Pizziconi working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Pizziconi seems to be working for a kimura but McCarthy defends the submission attempt.
McCarthy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pizziconi wants to control but McCarthy is keeping him busy.
McCarthy tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Pizziconi thows a huge punch but McCarthy dodges it nicely.
Pizziconi prevents McCarthy from improving his position.
Osmany Pizziconi has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCarthy keeping hold of Pizziconi's head, controlling as best he can.
Pizziconi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McCarthy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Cormac McCarthy will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McCarthy as he jumps to the side.
It looked like McCarthy was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
The fighters circling - McCarthy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McCarthy stuffs the takedown attempt from Pizziconi. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Jab from McCarthy.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown. McCarthy tries to sprawl out of it but Pizziconi keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McCarthy manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Cormac McCarthy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pizziconi dives in and grabs McCarthy's left leg, looking for a takedown. McCarthy pushes down on Pizziconi's head and hops out.
McCarthy throws a jab when Pizziconi was well out of range.#T1#
Pizziconi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McCarthy stuffs the takedown.
Pizziconi slips a straight right by McCarthy.
Pizziconi tries to clinch but McCarthy is having none of it.
McCarthy leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pizziconi tries to clinch but McCarthy moves out of range.
McCarthy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
No luck for Pizziconi with that takedown attempt.
Pizziconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but McCarthy defends well and Pizziconi ends up having to push McCarthy into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Pizziconi slips a jab and a cross from McCarthy.
McCarthy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pizziconi can do to turn this around?
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Cormac McCarthy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
McCarthy stuffs the takedown.
McCarthy stuffs the takedown attempt from Pizziconi. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
McCarthy connects with a jab.
McCarthy scores with a nice right hand.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt - McCarthy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McCarthy throwing a counter right hand but Pizziconi manages to avoid it.
Pizziconi throws a series of punches but McCarthy avoids them all with ease.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pizziconi on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T3##TD#
McCarthy manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Pizziconi on his heels. He'll look to pass Pizziconi's guard now, I'm sure.
Pizziconi wants to sweep but no luck.
Pizziconi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McCarthy content to stall in guard here.
Pizziconi is trying to control the position but McCarthy postures up.
McCarthy sitting in guard here, content to control.
McCarthy trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Osmany Pizziconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Pizziconi fails in his attempt to clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McCarthy is fending him off so far but Pizziconi persists. Nope, McCarthy circles away and we're back to standing.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but McCarthy shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Pizziconi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McCarthy misses with a straight left.
McCarthy misses with a wild body shot.
Pizziconi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pizziconi has his takedown stuffed
and McCarthy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cormac McCarthy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McCarthy, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Cormac McCarthy!
Our winner, Cormac McCarthy, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: SYN 1049 Prometheus vs Sampson
Date: Jan 19, 2024

#R1##CL2#
Pizziconi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Pizziconi throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Cressbeckler breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pizziconi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pizziconi has a takedown stuffed.
An attempted straight right counter from Cressbeckler misses the target.
Pizziconi shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pizziconi or perhaps it was just good defense by Cressbeckler, which made it look bad.
Joad Cressbeckler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi has a takedown stuffed.
Cressbeckler scoring well with a low kick there. #T1#
Cressbeckler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cressbeckler keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Pizziconi throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Cressbeckler was covering up waiting for the punch and Pizziconi finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Pizziconi pushing down on Cressbeckler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Cressbeckler is refusing to be controlled, as Pizziconi sits in half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
It looks like Pizziconi might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Cressbeckler is refusing to be controlled, as Pizziconi sits in half guard. #T2#
Pizziconi perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cressbeckler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pizziconi thows a huge punch but Cressbeckler dodges it nicely.
Pizziconi slows the pace down in half guard.
Cressbeckler blocking the ground and pound attempt from Pizziconi. #T3#
Pizziconi looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Cressbeckler with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Pizziconi missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pizziconi is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Pizziconi lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #CUT2#It looks like Joad Cressbeckler has been cut.
Pizziconi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi raining down hammerfists from mount.
Pizziconi throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Pizziconi lands a couple of good shots and Cressbeckler has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Pizziconi lands strikes to the head.
Cressbeckler prevents Pizziconi from getting a body triangle.#T4##SUB2#
Pizziconi looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Cressbeckler taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Osmany Pizziconi!
In his post fight interview, Osmany Pizziconi started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SYN 1044 Danger vs Williams
Date: Dec 23, 2023

#R1#
Pizziconi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Pizziconi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A little feinted left hand from Tepes lV on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pizziconi.
Vlad Tepes lV has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Tepes lV connects with an inside leg kick.#CL2#
Tepes lV tries to keep at a distance but Pizziconi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Pizziconi working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tepes lV lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tepes lV makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tepes lV struggles to land a body shot inside as Pizziconi controls his hands.
Tepes lV misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tepes lV goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Pizziconi prevents a body shot from Tepes lV.
Pizziconi is trying to drag Tepes lV to the mat but Tepes lV just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Tepes lV lands a shoulder strike.
Pizziconi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tepes lV is pressed up against the cage. Pizziconi has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tepes lV down to the mat. Tepes lV avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pizziconi is defended easily by Tepes lV.
Tepes lV feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tepes lV as he avoids it easily.
Tepes lV misses the jab.
Pizziconi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice sprawl there from Tepes lV as Pizziconi shoots in.
Tepes lV tried to counter with a leg kick but Pizziconi avoided it.
Tepes lV wants to slow Pizziconi down by chopping away at his legs.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Tepes lV circles away easily
letting Tepes lV counter with a right hand. #T2#
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tepes lV defends it nicely.
Tepes lV throws a quick counter head kick but Pizziconi was just out of range.#CL2#
Pizziconi moves into range and clinches up with Tepes lV.
I was talking to Tepes lV's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Pizziconi wants to take the fight to the mat but Tepes lV manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tepes lV pushes Pizziconi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tepes lV lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tepes lV lands a shoulder strike.
Pizziconi is working for takedown but Tepes lV is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tepes lV throws the left hand but Pizziconi avoids the punch easily.
Some bone on bone action there as Pizziconi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T3#
Tepes lV stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tepes lV wants it to stay on the feet.
Tepes lV scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#KD#
Tepes lV feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Pizziconi sprawling to the canvas! Pizziconi rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Tepes lV finish him?! #ROC#Pizziconi is rocked!
Pizziconi is aggressively charging in as Tepes lV backs up avoiding any damage. Tepes lV tosses out a jab and Pizziconi runs right into it face first! Pizziconi is out cold! Tepes lV dropped down on all fours and is barking in Pizziconi's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vlad Tepes lV!
During a confident post fight interview, Vlad Tepes lV thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SYN 1035 Dustfinger vs Puno
Date: Nov 24, 2023

#R1#
Haze fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pizziconi manages to avoid it.
Pizziconi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Haze sprawls and moves away.
Pizziconi throws a right and a left that Haze avoids nicely.
Pizziconi shoots for a double leg takedown but Haze sprawls well. He's pushed Pizziconi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Haze lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Pizziconi has a takedown stuffed.
Haze explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#TD#
Pizziconi feints and as Haze raises his hands in defense, Pizziconi changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Pizziconi with a nice head shot there.
Haze seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Haze bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pizziconi's guard. #REVB#
Pizziconi seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Haze prevents Pizziconi from getting back to his feet.
Pizziconi trying to control the position here.
Haze must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Haze throwing strikes from guard but Pizziconi blocks nicely.
Pizziconi utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Haze trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pizziconi working for a triangle but Haze defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Haze trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Haze controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pizziconi wants to stand up but Haze is controlling him.
Haze not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pizziconi is trying to keep Haze in close.
Pizziconi 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.
Haze is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Haze from controlling successfully.
Haze postures up. #T3#
Haze stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pizziconi swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Haze leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.
Nice body kick from Haze .
Pizziconi tries to clinch
and Haze counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pizziconi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Haze 's coach down at Kaptajnernes TrÃ¦ningscenter was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Haze 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Pizziconi shoots for a takedown but Haze saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Haze is trying to defend but Pizziconi finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Haze is looking for a sweep. Pizziconi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Pizziconi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Haze is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily.
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Haze is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Haze avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pizziconi.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Haze is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Darryl Haze will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Pizziconi fails with the takedown.
Haze misses with a looping left.
Pizziconi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pizziconi wants to clinch.
Haze goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Pizziconi avoids the body shot from Haze .
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Haze scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Haze throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pizziconi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pizziconi tries to counter with a takedown but Haze is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Pizziconi drives through with a takedown into Haze 's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T1#
Haze working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Haze is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Haze working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pizziconi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pizziconi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Pizziconi got a little sloppy there for a moment and Haze has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pizziconi has managed to get both his arms back between Haze 's legs - danger averted.
Haze not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Pizziconi postures up in Haze 's guard and throws a big left but Haze blocks it. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Pizziconi content to stall in guard here.
Haze wants to control but Pizziconi passes easily into half guard.
Haze tries to roll over but Pizziconi keeps him under control.#SUB#
Pizziconi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Pizziconi seems to be looking for submissions.
Pizziconi is taking a breather. Haze 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.
Haze taking some punishment here, with Pizziconi in his half guard. #T3#
Pizziconi working over Haze with some ground and pound. Haze looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Pizziconi is pressing down on Haze 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Haze is holding on for now.
Pizziconi drops an elbow to the side of Haze 's head.
Nice strikes from Pizziconi there.
Pizziconi is looking to take a break and control but Haze is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Haze is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Pizziconi scores with a couple of nice shots.
Haze keeping control of the position.
Pizziconi trying to control the action but Haze is working from the bottom. #T4#
Pizziconi passes the guard and advances to mount!
Haze tries to hold on but Pizziconi pushes him away.
A nice elbow there by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi controlling from the full mount.
Pizziconi pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Haze tries to reverse the position but Pizziconi maintains control.
Pizziconi with a couple of short strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Pizziconi tries to clinch but Haze moves out of range.
Pizziconi has a takedown stuffed.
Pizziconi backing away here, and Haze unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Haze throws a sloppy head kick and Pizziconi moves out of range easily.
A head kick misses from Haze .
Haze fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Pizziconi dives in for a single leg takedown but Haze sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Haze lands a right hand. #TD#
Haze is fighting off a takedown attempt but Pizziconi is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Haze to the mat. Haze regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Pizziconi missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi throwing strikes from guard but Haze blocks nicely.
Pizziconi landing some decent shots from guard.
Pizziconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Pizziconi postures up.
Osmany Pizziconi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pizziconi pushes down on Haze 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Pizziconi is thwarting Haze 's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi passes into side control, despite Haze 's attempt to control the position.
Haze struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Pizziconi goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Haze rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Pizziconi's guard! Nice work there by Haze !
Haze wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving. #T2#
Haze throwing strikes but missing.
Haze postures up in Pizziconi's guard and throws a big left but Pizziconi blocks it.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Haze from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a triangle here but Haze uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Haze trying to control the action but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
Pizziconi is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Pizziconi is trying to control Haze 's posture but Haze avoids it. #SUB2#
Haze wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pizziconi, who protects the arm well.
Haze wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pizziconi keeps working. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Haze throwing strikes but Pizziconi manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Haze wants to control but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi is putting a hurting on Haze here, landing some big shots from side control. #SU#
Pizziconi stands up. #CL#
Pizziconi moves into the clinch.
Pizziconi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Haze can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Pizziconi has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Haze is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Osmany Pizziconi.
I think Pizziconi 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SYN 1028 Diggs vs Exotic
Date: Oct 29, 2023

#R1#
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt - Tepes lV sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Pizziconi gets the takedown into side control.
Pizziconi working away.
Tepes lV might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Pizziconi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tepes lV tries to bench press Pizziconi off him but Pizziconi keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Tepes lV tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here.
Tepes lV tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Tepes lV is trying to control Pizziconi's posture but Pizziconi avoids it.
Tepes lV tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pizziconi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Pizziconi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but Tepes lV manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Tepes lV working away.
Tepes lV 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 Pizziconi's shoulder. That is not cool.
Tepes lV trying to control the position but Pizziconi is working away. #T2#
Tepes lV working away.
Pizziconi regains half guard.
Pizziconi is trying to get back to full guard.
Tepes lV is taking a breather. Pizziconi 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.
Pizziconi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pizziconi is working hard here to advance position.
Pizziconi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Pizziconi preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pizziconi trying to control the position.
Tepes lV is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Tepes lV from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Vlad Tepes lV is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big left from Tepes lV misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Pizziconi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#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.
Tepes lV stuffs the takedown attempt from Pizziconi. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Tepes lV looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tepes lV swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Pizziconi counters with a two punch combo.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tepes lV shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi wants to clinch up but Tepes lV keeps it at a distance.
Pizziconi tries to clinch but Tepes lV is having none of it.
Tepes lV throws a looping overhand right but Pizziconi ducks down to avoid it.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown
and Tepes lV counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt
and Tepes lV makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pizziconi with a poor takedown
and Tepes lV makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL#
Pizziconi closes the distance and pushes Tepes lV back into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vlad Tepes lV will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tepes lV lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Pizziconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tepes lV defends well and Pizziconi ends up having to push Tepes lV into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tepes lV tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pizziconi's elbow.
Pizziconi blocks a body shot from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV struggles to land a body shot inside as Pizziconi controls his hands.
Tepes lV lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Tepes lV breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tepes lV moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Pizziconi shoots and misses #KD2#
and Tepes lV counters with a nice right hand that sends Pizziconi toppling to the canvas! Pizziconi scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Tepes lV finish him?!#ROC2#Pizziconi is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pizziconi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pizziconi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Oh Pizziconi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tepes lV as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tepes lV throws an uppercut from hell that sends Pizziconi clean off his feet! He's out cold! Tepes lV stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vlad Tepes lV!
A relieved looking Vlad Tepes lV 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: SYN 1015 Todd vs Exotic IV
Date: Sep 07, 2023

#R1#
McCarthy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Pizziconis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Pizziconi moves in looking to clinch but McCarthy pushes him off.
McCarthy throws a hook to the side of Pizziconi's head but Pizziconi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pizziconi shoots in and drives through. McCarthy sprawls well.#CL2#
McCarthy clinches.
Pizziconi can't get the takedown. #TD#
Pizziconi gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, McCarthy regains guard.
Pizziconi wants to pass the guard but McCarthy is keeping the position.
McCarthy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but McCarthy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McCarthy is on top in guard. #REVB#
Pizziconi pulls McCarthy in to control the position. #T1#
McCarthy is working Pizziconi over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCarthy chips away with some ground and pound.
Pizziconi is looking to stand up but McCarthy isn't so interested in that idea.
McCarthy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
McCarthy trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
McCarthy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
McCarthy trying to control the position from guard on top but Pizziconi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been hearing good reports from Pizziconi's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pizziconi trying to control the position.
McCarthy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
McCarthy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCarthy cracks Pizziconi with a right hand to the side of the head.#TD#
Pizziconi bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
McCarthy tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Pizziconi easily slips into full mount!
Pizziconi has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of McCarthy's face.
McCarthy is squirming around, avoiding Pizziconi's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Pizziconi has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of McCarthy's face.
Pizziconi thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
McCarthy keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
McCarthy keeps trying to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McCarthy is squirming around, avoiding Pizziconi's attempts to control the action.
Pizziconi landing strikes, looking to finish!
McCarthy is in all sorts of trouble here.
Pizziconi trying to control but McCarthy is having none of it.
McCarthy tries to hold on but Pizziconi pushes him away. #T4#
Pizziconi looking to finish with strikes here!
Pizziconi trying to control but McCarthy is having none of it.
McCarthy is working to get back to half guard.
McCarthy swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
McCarthy takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Pizziconi throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Pizziconi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi 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#
Pizziconi moves out of range as McCarthy strikes.
McCarthy takes a swing at Pizziconi's ribcage but misses.
Pizziconi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pizziconi or perhaps it was just good defense by McCarthy, which made it look bad.
McCarthy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
McCarthy wants to clinch up but Pizziconi keeps it at a distance.
McCarthy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
McCarthy works Pizziconi's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pizziconi blocks a jab.
Pizziconi blocks a jab.
Pizziconi tries to counter with a takedown but McCarthy is quick to defend against it.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McCarthy defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.#CL2#
McCarthy clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
McCarthy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pizziconi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McCarthy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Pizziconi has a takedown stuffed.
A lazy left from McCarthy finds it's target.#T2#
Pizziconi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McCarthy's waist but McCarthy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pizziconi off to one side.
McCarthy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi slips under a jab from McCarthy.
McCarthy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown. McCarthy tries to sprawl out of it but Pizziconi keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McCarthy manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCarthy! But no joy.
McCarthy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Pizziconi rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McCarthy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T3#
McCarthy lands the left hand.
McCarthy slaps away a takedown attempt from Pizziconi, before circling back to the center of the mat.
McCarthy misses with an uppercut. Pizziconi saw that one coming.
Pizziconi is looking to clinch but McCarthy is avoiding it.
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McCarthy swivels and escapes.
Pizziconi shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McCarthy pinned against the cage. McCarthy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Pizziconi is looking to clinch.
McCarthy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Cormac McCarthy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pizziconi with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling McCarthy to counter with a crisp jab. #KD2#
McCarthy lands a big uppercut and Pizziconi crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Pizziconi looks OK. McCarthy waves Pizziconi back to his feet!#ROC2#Pizziconi is rocked!
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pizziconi gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and McCarthy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Pizziconi thinking.
Oh Pizziconi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
McCarthy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
McCarthy cracks Pizziconi with a hook to the temple - Pizziconi is on wobbly legs here! McCarthy swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Pizziconi falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! McCarthy wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Cormac McCarthy!
A victorious Cormac McCarthy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SYN 1008 Maluga vs Haggar
Date: Aug 04, 2023

#R1#
Jab, jab by Serronen - just one landing.
Serronen thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD2#
Pizziconi gets a takedown into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Pizziconi connects with a nice short shot to Serronen's temple.
Serronen 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.
Pizziconi is keen to just control but Serronen is a slippery customer.
Serronen trying to control here.
Pizziconi is trying to control. Serronen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Serronen looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Serronen gets back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Serronen is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pizziconi is aware though and is defending well.#T1##SUB#
Serronen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pizziconi defends well.
Pizziconi's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Serronen looking for a guillotine here but Pizziconi defends easily.
Pizziconi works over Serronen with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Serronen has his foot on Pizziconi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pizziconi works his way back into a safe position though.
Pizziconi makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Serronen keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Serronen is looking for a triangle but Pizziconi pushes his legs off easily.
Pizziconi trying to control but Serronen is working from the bottom. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Serronen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pizziconi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pizziconi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pizziconi distracts Serronen with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Serronen is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pizziconi is aware though and is defending well.
Serronen controlling the position.
Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Serronen keeps moving.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Pizziconi connects with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Serronen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Serronen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Pizziconi.
Serronen is looking to regain half guard here but Pizziconi keeps moving and retains side control.
Pizziconi cracks Serronen with an elbow. That is naaassty.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Serronen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi landing strikes. #T4#
Serronen tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Pizziconi tries for a kimura but Serronen is defending well.
Pizziconi working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Pizziconi looks up at the clock and then as Serronen takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Pizziconi smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Pizziconi trying to control the action but Serronen is working from the bottom.
Serronen is trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Serronen takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Serronen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Pizziconi cracks Serronen with a big right hand but Serronen just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Pizziconi throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Serronen tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pizziconi is in Serronen's guard.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Serronen keeps moving.
Pizziconi cracks Serronen with a solid left hand.
Pizziconi trying to control but Serronen is working from the bottom.
Serronen trying to control the position here.
Pizziconi cracks Serronen with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Serronen looking for a guillotine here but Pizziconi defends easily.
Pizziconi is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1#
Serronen being controlled here, momentarily.
Serronen keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Serronen trying to control the position.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Serronen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Serronen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Osmany Pizziconi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pizziconi scoring with some ground and pound.
Pizziconi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Serronen is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Serronen catches Pizziconi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Serronen connects with an inside leg kick.#TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pizziconi was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Serronen is trying to control Pizziconi's posture but Pizziconi avoids it.
Pizziconi scoring with punches and elbows.
Pizziconi scores with punches from side control. #T3#
Serronen regains half guard.
Pizziconi wants to take a breather but Serronen is having none of it.
Pizziconi is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Pizziconi takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Serronen wants to improve his position but Pizziconi is controlling well.
Serronen on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Pizziconi controlling the pace. #SUB#
Serronen actively working from the bottom here.
Pizziconi content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Pizziconi is continuing to stall.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Pizziconi lands a nice short elbow.
Serronen is looking to control Pizziconi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Serronen avoid being mounted?
Pizziconi prevents Serronen from improving his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Serronen on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Serronen looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Pizziconi pushes past his half guard into mount!
Pizziconi lands with some strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Serronen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pizziconi slips a nice elbow through Serronen's hands, connecting with Serronen's forehead.
Serronen trying to control from the bottom.
Pizziconi scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ground and pound from Pizziconi. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Serronen doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pizziconi.
Serronen is looking to control Pizziconi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Serronen avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Pizziconi connects with a nice short shot to Serronen's temple.
Serronen trying to hold on to Pizziconi's head to control him but Pizziconi postures up. #T1#
Pizziconi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Pizziconi wants to control but Serronen is keeping him busy.
Pizziconi drops an elbow to the side of Serronen's head.
Serronen trying to control but Pizziconi postures up.
Serronen wants to get back to full guard.
Pizziconi trying to control the pace.
Pizziconi scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Pizziconi in particular looking to stall.
Aku Serronen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Serronen has hold of Pizziconi's hands but Pizziconi slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Serronen is looking to control Pizziconi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Serronen avoid being mounted?
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Serronen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Serronen actively working from the bottom here.
Serronen is holding on to half guard well.
Pizziconi wants to control but Serronen is keeping him busy.
Serronen trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pizziconi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Pizziconi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
Pizziconi drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Osmany Pizziconi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Serronen wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Pizziconi got a little sloppy there for a moment and Serronen has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pizziconi has managed to get both his arms back between Serronen's legs - danger averted.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Pizziconi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Serronen can't keep his opponent in guard - Pizziconi advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Serronen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily.
Pizziconi lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Pizziconi in particular looking to stall.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Serronen trying to control from the bottom.
Pizziconi with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Serronen has managed to free his arm - good work.
Pizziconi passes to full mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Serronen is looking to get to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Osmany Pizziconi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pizziconi 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SYN 998 Morrison vs Vice
Date: Jun 29, 2023

#R1#
Pizziconi with a poor takedown
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Pizziconi goes for a double leg but Tai Kung avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tai Kung continues to drive forward.
Tai Kung lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD#
Pizziconi jumps guard and drags Tai Kung to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Tai Kung trying to control the position from guard on top but Pizziconi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi punching from the bottom - just letting Tai Kung know he's still in a fight.
Tai Kung is fighting to break Pizziconi's control of his arms but Pizziconi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Tai Kung trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tai Kung is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tai Kung must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Tai Kung pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pizziconi is keeping the position for now.
Pizziconi 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.
Tai Kung wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving. #T1#
Pizziconi 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.
Tai Kung trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tai Kung wants to stand but Pizziconi is controlling his posture from full guard.
Tai Kung slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tai Kung stuffs the takedown attempt from Pizziconi. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pizziconi goes for a double leg but Tai Kung avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tai Kung continues to drive forward.
Tai Kung manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tai Kung avoiding damage. #BC2#
Tai Kung pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung slaps away a takedown attempt from Pizziconi, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Pizziconi dives in and grabs Tai Kung's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tai Kung pushes down on Pizziconi's head and hops out.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tai Kung shows good takedown defense.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Manolito Tai Kung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
Tai Kung has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
Pizziconi closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tai Kung circles away.#CL#
Tai Kung tries to keep at a distance but Pizziconi has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Tai Kung breaks from the clinch. #T3#
Tai Kung throws a right and a left that Pizziconi avoids nicely.
Pizziconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tai Kung defends well and Pizziconi ends up having to push Tai Kung into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tai Kung fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pizziconi tries to pull guard but Tai Kung won't allow it.
Tai Kung has a couple of punches blocked by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pizziconi tries to pull guard but Tai Kung holds him up against the cage and eventually Pizziconi drops back down to his feet.
Pizziconi blocks the elbow strike. #TD#
Pizziconi is trying to trip Tai Kung. He has hold of a leg but Tai Kung is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Pizziconi persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Pizziconi stopping the sweep attempt from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is still trying to improve position.
Pizziconi is looking to work some ground and pound but Tai Kung has wrist control.#T4#
Tai Kung is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Pizziconi missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pizziconi landing some decent shots from guard.
Tai Kung keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi won't allow Tai Kung to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tai Kung trying to keep a closed guard but Pizziconi is proving a slippery customer.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Pizziconi shoots in for a double leg but Tai Kung sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tai Kung keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
Pizziconi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as Pizziconi controls the action.
Tai Kung throws an elbow that misses.
Pizziconi is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Tai Kung is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi tries to pull guard but Tai Kung forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
Tai Kung struggles to land a body shot inside as Pizziconi controls his hands.
Tai Kung avoiding damage.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Tai Kung manages to get underhooks.
Tai Kung displaying some good clinch control by pressing Pizziconi up against the cage.#T1#
Tai Kung lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pizziconi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Pizziconi.
Tai Kung lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pizziconi wants to stall.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung lands with a right to the head.
Pizziconi content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Pizziconi blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pizziconi stalls.
Tai Kung stalls.
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Tai Kung manages to get underhooks. #T2#
Tai Kung gets underhooks to prevent Pizziconi's takedown attempt.
Tai Kung stalling in the clinch.
Pizziconi wants a takedown.
Tai Kung just leaning against Pizziconi, taking a breather.
Pizziconi blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Tai Kung's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.#TD#
Pizziconi closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Pizziconi lands in his opponent's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tai Kung is keeping the position for now.
Tai Kung is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Pizziconi won't allow Tai Kung to sweep him here.
Tai Kung manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pizziconi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Tai Kung looking to pass the guard.
Tai Kung landing some decent shots from guard.
Tai Kung looking to pass the guard.
Pizziconi seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pizziconi is on top in guard. #REVR#
Pizziconi stays in close to Tai Kung's body and controls the position. #T4#
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Tai Kung keeps moving.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing.
Pizziconi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tai Kung can't keep his opponent in guard - Pizziconi advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi wants to take a breather but Tai Kung is having none of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tai Kung manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung 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#
Tai Kung stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tai Kung wants it to stay on the feet.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown but Tai Kung sprawls well.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Pizziconi shoots in but Tai Kung avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tai Kung circles away quickly and effectively.
Tai Kung throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pizziconi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tai Kung finds it's way round the side to connect with Pizziconi's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tai Kung shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Tai Kung as Pizziconi shoots in.#CL#
Pizziconi has Tai Kung up against the cage in a clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tai Kung stalling against the cage.
Pizziconi is trying to pull guard but Tai Kung has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
Tai Kung has Pizziconi pushed against the cage.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung has a couple of punches blocked by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi misses with a knee to the head.
Pizziconi changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tai Kung fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tai Kung looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
Tai Kung misses the jab.
Tai Kung looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Pizziconi counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Pizziconi prevents Tai Kung from improving his position.
Pizziconi controlling the pace.
Pizziconi is thwarting Tai Kung's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Tai Kung tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Tai Kung is trying to maintain the position but Pizziconi is very close to passing his half guard.
Pizziconi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tai Kung does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pizziconi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tai Kung stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tai Kung shows good takedown defense.
Tai Kung looks to throw the jab but Pizziconi is out of range.
Osmany Pizziconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Manolito Tai Kung is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Pizziconi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tai Kung scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tai Kung will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Pizziconi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Pizziconi shoots in and drives through. Tai Kung sprawls well.
Pizziconi walks into a left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Manolito Tai Kung comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tai Kung 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SYN 985 Jurgensen vs. Tosen
Date: May 17, 2023

#R1#
McCarthy lands a lovely overhand right.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McCarthy 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.#CL2#
McCarthy forces Pizziconi back against the cage and clinches.
A head punch on the inside from McCarthy fails to land.
McCarthy has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Pizziconi after a bit of a struggle.
McCarthy struggles to land a body shot inside as Pizziconi controls his hands.
McCarthy misses with a punch to the body.
Pizziconi wants a takedown but no success here.
Pizziconi looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Pizziconi blocking some punches.
Pizziconi jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as McCarthy walks away with a smile on his face. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
McCarthy scores with a nice right hand.
Pizziconi shoots in for a double leg but McCarthy sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fight stays on the outside here - McCarthy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Pizziconi is looking to clinch but McCarthy is avoiding it.
McCarthy throws a jab when Pizziconi was well out of range.
Pizziconi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCarthy.
Cormac McCarthy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
A lazy left from McCarthy finds it's target.
Pizziconi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
McCarthy has managed to clinch.
McCarthy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pizziconi blocking some punches.
Pizziconi is looking for a takedown.
McCarthy tries to score a body lock takedown but Pizziconi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Pizziconi wants a takedown.
McCarthy struggles to land a body shot inside as Pizziconi controls his hands. #TD#
Pizziconi has picked McCarthy up - he's going for a ride! Pizziconi dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Pizziconi trying to control the action but McCarthy is working from the bottom.
McCarthy is trying to maintain the position but Pizziconi is very close to passing his half guard.
McCarthy regains full guard. Nicely done.
McCarthy 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.#T2#
Pizziconi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
McCarthy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McCarthy has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Pizziconi looking to sit in guard and control but McCarthy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCarthy trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
McCarthy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
McCarthy is stalling in the full guard.
Pizziconi trying to control the position.
McCarthy wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving.
Pizziconi has his hands on McCarthy's head, controlling the position.
Pizziconi is trying to keep McCarthy in close.
McCarthy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pizziconi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McCarthy controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Pizziconi shoots in and bounces McCarthy off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Pizziconi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
McCarthy avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but McCarthy keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cormac McCarthy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
McCarthy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Pizziconi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McCarthy cracks Pizziconi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with McCarthy, looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes McCarthy against the cage but McCarthy circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pizziconi changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McCarthy tries to avoid it but Pizziconi manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McCarthy to the ground. McCarthy escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A lazy left from McCarthy finds it's target.#ROC2#Pizziconi is rocked!
McCarthy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McCarthy ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Pizziconi out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cormac McCarthy!
A victorious Cormac McCarthy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Bellicose XXXVIII
Date: Mar 26, 2023

#R1#
Quessy connects with a single shot there.
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Quessy swivels and escapes.
Quessy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Quessy wants it to stay on the feet.
Quessy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Pizziconi looking to score a takedown here. Quessy is defending well but Pizziconi drives through and ends up in Quessy's guard.
Pizziconi is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Quessy's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi postures up in Quessy's guard and throws a big left but Quessy blocks it.
Quessy has control of Pizziconi's left arm, preventing Pizziconi from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pizziconi working his ground and pound in the gym.
Pizziconi wants to get up but he can't break Quessy's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
We've been hearing good reports from Quessy's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Pizziconi controlling from the top position.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pizziconi trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Pizziconi sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Quessy's guard.
Quessy avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pizziconi.
Quessy wants to improve his position but Pizziconi is controlling well.
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. Pizziconi connects with a nice short shot to Quessy's temple.
Quessy trying to hold on to Pizziconi's head to control him but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Quessy defending well though. #T2#
Quessy flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Pizziconi lands with a punch from half guard.
Quessy moves into full guard.
Pizziconi trying to control but Quessy is working from the bottom.
Pizziconi throws a strike but Quessy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Pizziconi is adopting a defensive guard.
Quessy has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Pizziconi is proving hard to escape from.
Pizziconi wants to stand but Quessy is controlling the position. #T3#
Quessy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pizziconi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Quessy preventing the sweep.
Pizziconi is adopting a defensive guard.
Quessy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Pizziconi trying to control the position.
Quessy tries to free his leg and advance position but Pizziconi is retaining full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Quessy's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Quessy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking to cinch up a triangle. Quessy throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Pizziconi's body to avoid the submission. Pizziconi has instead reached around Quessy's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Pizziconi arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Osmany Pizziconi!
Osmany Pizziconi decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: Bellicose XXIX
Date: Feb 25, 2023

#R1#
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fochi swivels and escapes.
Fochi scores with a nice right hand.
Pizziconi shoots in for a double leg but Fochi sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Fochi cracks Pizziconi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Pizziconi shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Fochi pinned against the cage. Fochi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck for Pizziconi with that takedown attempt. #TD#
Pizziconi 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fochi utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Pizziconi will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Fochi trying to control the position.
Fochi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fochi is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
Fochi keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass.
Pizziconi has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Pizziconi distracts Fochi with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Fochi working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi postures up and lands a big shot to Fochi's brow.
Fochi keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Fochi 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.
Pizziconi trying to control but Fochi is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pizziconi's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pizziconi won't allow Fochi to sweep him here.
Pizziconi's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2##SUB2#
Fochi throws his legs up looking for a submission but Pizziconi uses it to pass to side control.
Fochi dodges the ground and pound from Pizziconi.#SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Fochi has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Pizziconi looks up at the clock and then as Fochi takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Pizziconi smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Fochi gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Pizziconi fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fochi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Pizziconi lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #ROC#Fochi is rocked!
Pizziconi postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Fochi bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Pizziconi and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Osmany Pizziconi!
In his post fight interview, Osmany Pizziconi started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Bellicose XVII
Date: Jan 08, 2023

#R1#
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rolf sprawls well. Rolf wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Rolf lands with a straight right. Pizziconi didn't see that one coming.
Pizziconi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rolf.
Pizziconi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
No luck for Pizziconi with that takedown attempt.
Jakob Rolf has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Rolf looks to throw the jab but Pizziconi is out of range. #TD2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Rolf's guard.
Rolf looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pizziconi is one step ahead there.
Rolf is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Rolf wants to pass the guard but Pizziconi is defending well.
Rolf wants to take a breather but Pizziconi is having none of it. #T1#
Rolf looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Pizziconi moves into full guard.
Rolf passes into half guard.
Rolf wants to pass the guard but Pizziconi is defending well.
Pizziconi tries to roll over but Rolf keeps him under control.
Rolf trying to control from half guard but Pizziconi is working away.
Rolf wants to pass the guard but Pizziconi is defending well. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Rolf is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Pizziconi has managed to free his arm - good work.
Pizziconi is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rolf's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rolf's back!
Pizziconi gets his hands free as Rolf looks to control.
Pizziconi scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Rolf is covering up but some of the strikes from Pizziconi are getting through and doing damage.
Rolf manages to reverse the position and now he's in Pizziconi's guard. Nice work there by Rolf.
Rolf trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rolf advances position into side control!
Pizziconi is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Rolf tries to advance to mount but Pizziconi denies him.
Pizziconi is not content to let Rolf control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rolf is staying tight to Pizziconi's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Pizziconi manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Pizziconi is defending against the submission attempts here by Rolf.
Rolf passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Pizziconi! #T4#
Pizziconi is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB#
Rolf has hold of Pizziconi's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Pizziconi manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Rolf with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Rolf trying to control but Pizziconi is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rolf pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jakob Rolf dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Pizziconi shoots in but no luck this time.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rolf but Rolf pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Pizziconi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rolf to score with a decent uppercut.
Donk. Rolf catches Pizziconi right on the button with a cross.
Osmany Pizziconi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A punch combination from Rolf misses.
Rolf displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pizziconi.
Jakob Rolf has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown but Rolf manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pizziconi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Pizziconi blocks a jab.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown but Rolf sprawls well.
Rolf throws a right and a left that Pizziconi avoids nicely.
Pizziconi tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rolf looks to land a left hand but Pizziconi moved out of range nicely.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pizziconi or perhaps it was just good defense by Rolf, which made it look bad.
It looked like Rolf was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Pizziconi.#TD2#
Pizziconi looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rolf lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Rolf wants to pass the guard but Pizziconi is keeping the position.
Rolf trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
Pizziconi seems keen to control Rolf's posture.
Rolf trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pizziconi is trying to control the position but Rolf postures up.
Rolf pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pizziconi is keeping the position for now.
Rolf sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Pizziconi's guard.
Pizziconi is trying to maintain the position but Rolf is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rolf wants to free his trapped foot but Pizziconi is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi tries to get to full guard but Rolf has control of the leg. #SUB#
Rolf wants to work for an arm triangle but Pizziconi is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Rolf 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.
Pizziconi is looking to control Rolf's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pizziconi avoid being mounted?#T3#
Pizziconi controlling the position for now.#SUB#
Rolf is looking for a kimura here.
Pizziconi has his hands clasped together around Rolf's back. He's all about the action.#SUB#
Rolf is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pizziconi sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Rolf is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pizziconi defends it well. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rolf prevents Pizziconi from improving his position.
Pizziconi gets back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rolf's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rolf slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Rolf tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jakob Rolf dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Pizziconi slips a straight right by Rolf.
Rolf swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Pizziconi decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rolf keeps working.
Pizziconi might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rolf haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Pizziconi slips a nice elbow through Rolf's hands, connecting with Rolf's forehead.
Jakob Rolf overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Rolf is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily.
Rolf wants to improve his position but Pizziconi is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Rolf is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
Rolf trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Rolf looking for submissions off his back.
Rolf tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Rolf works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rolf is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Rolf looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Pizziconi is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pizziconi won't allow Rolf to sweep him here.
Pizziconi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Rolf keeps moving. #SUB#
Rolf has his foot on Pizziconi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pizziconi works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Pizziconi got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rolf has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pizziconi has managed to get both his arms back between Rolf's legs - danger averted.
Pizziconi working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rolf's head.
Rolf has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Pizziconi has passed into side control.
Rolf is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Pizziconi's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Osmany Pizziconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Pizziconi working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Rolf is looking for a sweep. Pizziconi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rolf is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pizziconi can do to turn this around?
Pizziconi seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Rolf is pressing down on Pizziconi's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Rolf working for a triangle but Pizziconi defends it easily.
Rolf is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pizziconi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4##SUB#
Rolf looking for a guillotine here but Pizziconi defends easily.
Rolf trying to control the position.
Pizziconi won't allow Rolf to sweep him here.
Jakob Rolf is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pizziconi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pizziconi cracks Rolf with a solid left hand.
Rolf has Pizziconi pulled in close to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pizziconi stands up over Rolf, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Rolf seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Pizziconi working some strikes from top position.
Rolf looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

And that's the end of the fight!
Osmany Pizziconi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rolf 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Bellicose V
Date: Nov 20, 2022

#R1##TD#
Pizziconi gets the takedown into side control.
Pizziconi misses with the ground and pound.
Tepes lV is not content to let Pizziconi control the position.
Tepes lV is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Pizziconi tries to pass to full mount but Tepes lV defends it.
Pizziconi wants to control but Tepes lV is keeping him busy.
Tepes lV is trying to maintain the position but Pizziconi is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi drops an elbow to the side of Tepes lV's head.
Pizziconi wants to control but Tepes lV is keeping him busy.
Pizziconi content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Tepes lV keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Tepes lV is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Tepes lV tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Pizziconi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tepes lV does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pizziconi throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Tepes lV works his way to full guard. Good work.
Pizziconi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Pizziconi working some strikes from top position.
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tepes lV is keeping the position for now.
Pizziconi working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Pizziconi working some strikes from top position.
Tepes lV keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass.
Pizziconi makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Pizziconi content to stall in guard here.
Tepes lV looking for a sweep. Not yet Tepes lV, not yet.
Tepes lV keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Tepes lV trying to control the position.
Tepes lV has his hands on Pizziconi's head, controlling the position. #T3#
Let's hope that Tepes lV has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Pizziconi throws an elbow that misses. Tepes lV uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pizziconi's guard. Nice move by Tepes lV!#REVB#
Pizziconi being controlled here, momentarily.
Pizziconi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tepes lV is one step ahead there. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tepes lV wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving.
Tepes lV controlling from the top position.
Tepes lV stopping the sweep attempt from Pizziconi.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Pizziconi seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Tepes lV content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tepes lV throws a hook but Pizziconi blocks it.
Pizziconi attempts a counter takedown but Tepes lV avoids it well and moves away.
Tepes lV pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#TD#
Pizziconi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Tepes lV tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pizziconi tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tepes lV scores with a nice head shot.
Tepes lV dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tepes lV shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tepes lV lands with a nice body kick.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tepes lV shows good takedown defense.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pizziconi dives in and grabs Tepes lV's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tepes lV pushes down on Pizziconi's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tepes lV misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pizziconi.
Tepes lV scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Pizziconi doesn't seem bothered though.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Pizziconi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pizziconi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tepes lV sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pizziconi somewhat.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tepes lV.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T1#
Pizziconi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tepes lV sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tepes lV looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tepes lV swings for the body but Pizziconi moves out of range.
Tepes lV scores with a shot to the body.
Pizziconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tepes lV defends well and Pizziconi ends up having to push Tepes lV into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tepes lV throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Pizziconis head.
Pizziconi is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tepes lV gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC2#
Tepes lV manages to break the clinch.
Pizziconi shoots in but Tepes lV avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tepes lV throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pizziconi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pizziconi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tepes lV. Tepes lV obviously looking to wear him down.
Tepes lV keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown but Tepes lV sprawls well.
Tepes lV misses the jab.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Pizziconi shoots and misses
and Pizziconi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tepes lV connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tepes lV leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Pizziconi dives in for a single leg takedown but Tepes lV sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tepes lV misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tepes lV is pressed up against the cage. Pizziconi has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tepes lV down to the mat. Tepes lV avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD#
Pizziconi shoots in and gets a takedown into Tepes lV's guard.
Pizziconi won't allow Tepes lV to sweep him here.
Tepes lV is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi looking to sit in guard and control but Tepes lV gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Tepes lV looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Pizziconi controlling the position.
Pizziconi is trying to keep Tepes lV in close.
Tepes lV content to stall in guard here.
Tepes lV working some strikes from top position.
Tepes lV stands up over Pizziconi, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tepes lV working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Pizziconi is adopting a defensive guard.
Tepes lV is in close to Pizziconi's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Tepes lV slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Tepes lV pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pizziconi is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Pizziconi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tepes lV doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tepes lV manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tepes lV controlling from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vlad Tepes lV showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Nice jab there from Tepes lV.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tepes lV sprawls well. Tepes lV wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Vlad Tepes lV seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pizziconi goes for a double leg but Tepes lV avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tepes lV continues to drive forward.#TD#
Pizziconi has hold of one of Tepes lV's legs. Tepes lV is fighting the takedown attempt but Pizziconi gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Tepes lV controlling the position.
Tepes lV has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Tepes lV is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tepes lV wants to sweep but no luck.
Tepes lV manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pizziconi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T1#
Tepes lV throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tepes lV trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
Tepes lV trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tepes lV's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pizziconi managing to control the position.
Pizziconi 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.
Tepes lV is looking to work some ground and pound but Pizziconi has wrist control.
Pizziconi has Tepes lV pulled in close to control his posture. #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.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tepes lV's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pizziconi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tepes lV is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tepes lV walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Pizziconi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Pizziconi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tepes lV sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tepes lV napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Pizziconi controlling the position from side mount.
Tepes lV is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #T3#
Tepes lV sneaks back into half guard.
Pizziconi missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pizziconi slips a nice elbow through Tepes lV's hands, connecting with Tepes lV's forehead.
Tepes lV wants to control but Pizziconi is keeping busy.
Pizziconi trying to control the pace.
Tepes lV is looking to improve his position. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Pizziconi lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Pizziconi looks to land a strike but Tepes lV avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Tepes lV is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Tepes lV is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tepes lV working a defensive guard here.
Pizziconi is fighting to break Tepes lV's control of his arms but Tepes lV is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pizziconi with a flurry of punches that miss.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.

And that's the end of the fight!
Osmany Pizziconi showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pizziconi 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Osmany Pizziconi!
A less than humble Osmany Pizziconi misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: LAFC FN 11
Date: Oct 02, 2022

#R1##TD#
Pizziconi scores with a takedown into Noeigati's guard.
Pizziconi trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Noeigati keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Noeigati is on top in guard. #REVB#
Noeigati pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pizziconi is keeping the position for now.
Pizziconi controlling Noeigati's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Noeigati is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Noeigati must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Pizziconi 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.
Pizziconi pulls Noeigati in close to prevent any damage.
Pizziconi's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pizziconi keeping full guard, as Noeigati tries to pass.
Pizziconi pulls Noeigati in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Pizziconi shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Pizziconi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Noeigati throws a jab but it's blocked by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Noeigati connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#Pizziconi is rocked!
Noeigati throws an overhand right that lands on Pizziconi's shoulder, as Pizziconi tries to avoid the shot.
Pizziconi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Noeigati displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt #KD2#
and Noeigati counters with a crisp right hand that drops Pizziconi! Noeigati lets Pizziconi back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Oh Pizziconi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pizziconi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown
and Noeigati counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD#
Pizziconi changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Noeigati looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Noeigati is looking to reverse the position.
Pizziconi seems to have got his legs back now.
Noeigati prevents Pizziconi from moving into mount.
Pizziconi wants to take a breather but Noeigati manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Pizziconi.
Noeigati looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pizziconi is one step ahead there. #T4#
Noeigati keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass.
Pizziconi missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pizziconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pizziconi lands a couple of digs.
Pizziconi is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Noeigati keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi 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.
Pizziconi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Benjamin Noeigati dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Pizziconi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Noeigati.
Noeigati stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Noeigati wants it to stay on the feet.
Noeigati misses with a body shot.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Noeigati shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Noeigati displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pizziconi.
Noeigati looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown but Noeigati manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pizziconi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Noeigati throws out a counter right but Pizziconi avoids it with no problem.
Noeigati tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pizziconi was well out of range. Poor timing from Noeigati.
Noeigati looks to score with a jab to the body but Pizziconi is just out of range.
Pizziconi appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pizziconi keeps the fight on the outside.
Pizziconi shoots in but no luck this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Noeigati gets a clinch.
Noeigati misses with a knee to the head.
Noeigati working aggressively here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Noeigati. #BC2#
Noeigati breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Pizziconi with a poor takedown
and Noeigati counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Benjamin Noeigati seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Noeigati tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pizziconi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#KD2#
Noeigati drops Pizziconi with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Pizziconi looks back up at him and smiles so Noeigati waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Pizziconi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Noeigati throws out a counter right but Pizziconi avoids it with no problem.
Pizziconi swats away the attempt to clinch by Noeigati.#CL2#
Pizziconi gets tackled into the cage by Noeigati. Noeigati maintains the clinch.
Noeigati is defending well against a takedown attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Noeigati lands a body shot in the clinch.
Noeigati lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Noeigati.
Noeigati working aggressively here.
Noeigati misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Noeigati lands a knee to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Noeigati.
Noeigati has a couple of punches blocked by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi is looking for a takedown.
Noeigati lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Pizziconi tries to score a body lock takedown but Noeigati shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A short right from Noeigati on the inside.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Noeigati manages to get underhooks.
Noeigati has a couple of punches blocked by Pizziconi.
A right hook to the body lands for Noeigati.
Noeigati misses with the head strike.
Noeigati lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Noeigati lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pizziconi wants a takedown. #T3#
A nice right hand lands inside from Noeigati.
Pizziconi is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Noeigati pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Noeigati scores with a shoulder strike.
Pizziconi on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Pizziconi is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Noeigati is defending well.
Noeigati tries to throw a body punch but Pizziconi avoids it by throwing Noeigati back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Noeigati.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Noeigati digs a right hand into Pizziconi's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Pizziconi's gas tank.
Noeigati lands a left hand that snaps the head of Pizziconi backwards.
Noeigati fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Noeigati lands with a short shot to the head.
Noeigati pushes Pizziconi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Noeigati works on Pizziconi's body with a couple of short punches.
Noeigati lands a body shot. #T4#
A short right from Noeigati.
Noeigati lands a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Noeigati.
Noeigati lands a right hand that snaps the head of Pizziconi backwards. #KD2#
Noeigati drops Pizziconi onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Pizziconi is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Noeigati works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC2#
Noeigati's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Noeigati scores with a body shot.
Benjamin Noeigati is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pizziconi slips under a jab.
Pizziconi walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Noeigati! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Benjamin Noeigati!
A relieved looking Benjamin Noeigati 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: LAFC 50
Date: Aug 27, 2022

#R1#
Alexandria leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Pizziconi manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Alexandria on his heels. He'll look to pass Alexandria's guard now, I'm sure.

Alexandria has his feet on Pizziconi's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #CL#
Alexandria clinches with his opponent.
Pizziconi wants to take the fight to the mat but Alexandria manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Pizziconi looking for a takedown.
Origen Alexandria has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Alexandria misses with a body punch.
Pizziconi is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Alexandria pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Alexandria with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #TD2#
Pizziconi jumps into guard, dragging Alexandria to the mat. #T1#
Alexandria stays in close to Pizziconi's body and controls the position.
Alexandria has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Alexandria from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pizziconi is trying to control the position but Alexandria postures up.
Alexandria might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Alexandria won't allow Pizziconi to sweep him here. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Alexandria content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Pizziconi drives through with a takedown into Alexandria's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Pizziconi throws a strike but Alexandria rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Alexandria trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
Alexandria is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Alexandria seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Pizziconi for as long as he can get away with.
Alexandria has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3#
Pizziconi looking for a sweep. Not yet Pizziconi, not yet.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Alexandria from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Pizziconi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pizziconi is on top in guard. #REVB#
Pizziconi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Alexandria has Pizziconi pulled in close to control his posture.
Alexandria 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alexandria can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pizziconi controls the pace.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Origen Alexandria 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#
Pizziconi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Alexandria keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Pizziconi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pizziconi shoots in but no luck this time.
Alexandria slaps away a takedown attempt from Pizziconi, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Origen Alexandria has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pizziconi or perhaps it was just good defense by Alexandria, which made it look bad.
Alexandria throws a low kick but Pizziconi moves out of range easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pizziconi or perhaps it was just good defense by Alexandria, which made it look bad.
Alexandria went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#CL#
Alexandria rushes Pizziconi and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexandria stops a takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Alexandria smiles and moves away.
Origen Alexandria is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Pizziconi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1##TD#
Alexandria closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Pizziconi to the mat! Pizziconi manages to get full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pizziconi holds on and takes a little breather.
Alexandria wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving.
Pizziconi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Alexandria avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Pizziconi content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Origen Alexandria overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pizziconi slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
Pizziconi with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alexandria 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.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing.
Pizziconi sitting in guard here, content to control.
Alexandria is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Alexandria keeps moving.
Alexandria has momentary wrist control but Pizziconi slips an elbow through the middle.#T3#
Pizziconi is looking to work some ground and pound but Alexandria has wrist control.
Pizziconi slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Alexandria moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice sprawl there from Alexandria as Pizziconi shoots in.
Alexandria looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Pizziconi shoots in for a double leg but Alexandria sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Alexandria throwing a counter right hand but Pizziconi manages to avoid it.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown but Alexandria manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pizziconi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A little feinted left hand from Alexandria on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Alexandria is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pizziconi can do to turn this around?
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pizziconi changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Alexandria tries to avoid it but Pizziconi manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Alexandria to the ground. Alexandria escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Pizziconi slips under a jab from Alexandria.
Alexandria connects with a good right hand that stumbles Pizziconi. Pizziconi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Alexandria looks to score with a jab to the body but Pizziconi is just out of range.#TD2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Alexandria to the mat! Alexandria manages to get full guard.
Alexandria preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Alexandria avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Pizziconi trying to control but Alexandria is working from the bottom.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pizziconi content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alexandria is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pizziconi looking to pass the guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pizziconi with a nice head shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Origen Alexandria dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Pizziconi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Alexandria is fending him off so far but Pizziconi persists. Nope, Alexandria circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck for Pizziconi with that takedown attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Alexandria. No joy for Pizziconi on that attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Alexandria on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Origen Alexandria has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Alexandria ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Alexandria as he jumps to the side.
Pizziconi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Alexandria sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pizziconi somewhat.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Alexandria sprawls well. Alexandria wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexandria waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pizziconi.
Alexandria jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pizziconi shoots for a double leg takedown but Alexandria sprawls well. He's pushed Pizziconi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Pizziconi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Alexandria's waist but Alexandria gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pizziconi off to one side.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Alexandria stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Alexandria wants it to stay on the feet.
Alexandria throws a right and a left that Pizziconi avoids nicely.
Pizziconi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Pizziconi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Alexandria, looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Alexandria against the cage but Alexandria circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Alexandria tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pizziconi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alexandria.#CL#
Alexandria fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Pizziconi, pushing him back against the cage.
Alexandria lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Pizziconi.
Pizziconi drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Alexandria has a couple of punches blocked by Pizziconi. #T2#
Alexandria tries for a takedown but Pizziconi manages to get underhooks.
I was talking to Alexandria's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD#
Alexandria wants the takedown. Pizziconi is fighting it off but Alexandria persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Pizziconi's guard against the cage.
Alexandria wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving.
Alexandria is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Pizziconi is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Osmany Pizziconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Pizziconi is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Alexandria preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Alexandria leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Alexandria connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pizziconi shoots in but Alexandria avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Alexandria swivels and escapes.
As Pizziconi backs away, Alexandria returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Origen Alexandria is winning the standup battle so far.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown. Alexandria tries to sprawl out of it but Pizziconi keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Alexandria manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Alexandria is looking to clinch but Pizziconi is avoiding it.
Alexandria tries to clinch up but Pizziconi circles away and keeps his distance.
Pizziconi shoots in but no luck this time.
Pizziconi with a lazy takedown attempt
and Alexandria counters with a nice uppercut.
Pizziconi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Alexandria lands a slapping body shot.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pizziconi shoots in and drives through. Alexandria sprawls well.
Alexandria scores with a jab.
Alexandria tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pizziconi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alexandria looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#TD#
Alexandria changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Pizziconi looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Pizziconi is looking for a sweep.

And that's the end of the fight!
Origen Alexandria showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Alexandria 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:26

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

Event: LAFC Hilo
Date: Jul 23, 2022

#R1##TD#
Pizziconi closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hawat's guard.
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hawat is keeping the position for now.
Hawat is controlling Pizziconi's posture.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
Pizziconi with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hawat working a defensive guard here.
Pizziconi controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Pizziconi is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T1#
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Hawat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hawat is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pizziconi with a flurry of punches that miss.
Pizziconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hawat looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pizziconi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pizziconi is looking to pass into half guard but Hawat pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hawat is in guard.#REVB#
Pizziconi is controlling Hawat's posture.#T2#
Hawat is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Pizziconi pulls Hawat in to control the position.
Pizziconi keeping full guard, as Hawat tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pizziconi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hawat sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Pizziconi doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hawat counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pizziconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hawat defends well and Pizziconi ends up having to push Hawat into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T4#
Hawat prevents the takedown attempt. #TD#
Pizziconi pulls guard effortlessly.
Hawat engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Hawat avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Pizziconi 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.
Hawat being controlled here momentarily.
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 Osmany Pizziconi will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Pizziconi shoots in and drives through. Hawat sprawls well.
Hawat cracks Pizziconi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hawat cracks a nice hook into Pizziconi's ribs.
Nice sprawl there from Hawat as Pizziconi shoots in.
Hawat is looking to land body kicks.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hawat is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt - Hawat sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Hawat tries to sprawl but Pizziconi drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Hawat is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pizziconi scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Osmany Pizziconi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pizziconi sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hawat defending well though.
Hawat is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pizziconi's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pizziconi's back!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hawat is riding his opponent, not letting Pizziconi buck him off. #T1#
Pizziconi wants to escape the position.
Pizziconi is working hard here to advance position.
Pizziconi trying to control the hands but Hawat won't let him.
Pizziconi tries to roll but Hawat sticks to his back.
Pizziconi is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hawat.
Hawat is continuing to stall.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hawat gets his hands free as Pizziconi looks to control.
Hawat tries to keep control of the position but Pizziconi is staying busy.
Hawat gets his hands free as Pizziconi looks to control.
Hawat tries to get the hooks in deep but Pizziconi pushed the leg off.
Pizziconi trying to control but not successfully.
Hawat doesn't have the hooks in and Pizziconi manages to turn into his guard. #T3#
Pizziconi working some strikes from top position.
Hawat keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass.
Hawat is trying to keep Pizziconi in close.
Pizziconi chips away with some ground and pound.
Hawat keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi is in close to Hawat's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hawat avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hawat is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
Hawat manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pizziconi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Pizziconi is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T4#
Pizziconi manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hawat manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Hawat tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pizziconi lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hawat wants to sweep but no luck.
Hawat keeps trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pizziconi is in close to Hawat's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Pizziconi throws a big elbow that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Thufir Hawat will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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##TD#
Pizziconi throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hawat tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pizziconi is in Hawat's guard.
Pizziconi distracts Hawat with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Pizziconi scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pizziconi postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Hawat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi stands up over Hawat, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hawat wants to sweep here but Pizziconi controlling him for the moment.
Pizziconi seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing.
Hawat preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pizziconi is in close to Hawat's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Pizziconi stands up over Hawat, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hawat looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Pizziconi puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi lands strikes from half guard.
Pizziconi prevents Hawat from improving his position.
Pizziconi is trying to control. Hawat wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pizziconi scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Pizziconi is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Pizziconi is taking a breather. Hawat says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Pizziconi is working for a kimura but Hawat is defending it quite comfortably.
Hawat trying to control but Pizziconi postures up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Pizziconi lands a nice short elbow.
Pizziconi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Pizziconi slips a nice elbow through Hawat's hands, connecting with Hawat's forehead.#T3##SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hawat defends it well.
Hawat is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Pizziconi scores with a couple of nice shots.
Pizziconi throwing shots but Hawat is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hawat tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Hawat is trying to stand.
Well, if Pizziconi is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #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.
Hawat regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hawat is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi forces his way into half guard.
Pizziconi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pizziconi is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Pizziconi trying to mount his opponent but Hawat defends it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Osmany Pizziconi showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pizziconi 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 Roger Salmon scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Osmany Pizziconi!
A less than humble Osmany Pizziconi misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: LAFC 46
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Pizziconi fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Leyton to the ground. Pizziconi is now in Leyton's guard.
Leyton is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Pizziconi dives into side control. #REVR#
Leyton is looking for a sweep.
Pizziconi in side control, throwing shots but Leyton defends.
Leyton struggling a bit here.
Leyton is looking to regain half guard here but Pizziconi keeps moving and retains side control.
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pizziconi is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Leyton will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Leyton's coaches at Black Swans 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.
Leyton is trying to get back to half guard.
Pizziconi lands a nice forearm strike. #T1#
Leyton takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Leyton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pizziconi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pizziconi working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Pizziconi throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Leyton is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Pizziconi thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Leyton's head.
Still in half guard, Pizziconi seems content to control.
Leyton is refusing to be controlled, as Pizziconi sits in half guard.
Pizziconi looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Leyton with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Pizziconi is taking a breather. Leyton 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.
Pizziconi prevents Leyton from improving his position.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
Pizziconi thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Leyton's head.
Leyton is looking for a sweep. Pizziconi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Leyton is pressing down on Pizziconi's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Pizziconi trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Leyton keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Leyton working a defensive guard here.
Leyton is pulling down on Pizziconi's head to control his posture.
Pizziconi is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Leyton is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Leyton, looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Leyton against the cage but Leyton circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pizziconi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Timo Leyton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Pizziconi shoots in and drives through. Leyton sprawls well.
Leyton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pizziconi stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pizziconi wants it to stay on the feet.
Pizziconi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Leyton sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Pizziconi has a takedown stuffed.
Leyton shoots for a double leg takedown but Pizziconi sprawls well. He's pushed Leyton's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Leyton sprawls well. Leyton wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Leyton closes the distance and clinches up with Pizziconi, looking for a takedown. Leyton pushes Pizziconi against the cage but Pizziconi circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T4#
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Leyton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A swing and a miss from Leyton.#TD#
Leyton fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Pizziconi sprawls well initially but Leyton persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Leyton throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Pizziconi keeping hold of Leyton's head, controlling as best he can.
Pizziconi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pizziconi is adopting a defensive guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Leyton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Pizziconi's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Timo Leyton will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Leyton is trying to defend but Pizziconi finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Leyton avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pizziconi.
Leyton moves into full guard.
Leyton utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Pizziconi is looking to work some ground and pound but Leyton has wrist control.
Leyton wants to sweep but no luck.
Pizziconi landing with the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi is standing up over Leyton. Leyton looks to escape but Pizziconi dives into side control.
Leyton is working to avoid the ground and pound but Pizziconi connects with a decent elbow.
Pizziconi trying to control the action but Leyton is working from the bottom. #T1#
Leyton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Pizziconi off and has taken his back!
Pizziconi trying to control but not successfully.
Leyton keeps control of the position as Pizziconi tries to break free.
Leyton landing with strikes.
Pizziconi tries to escape but Leyton has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Leyton is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Pizziconi is defending well though. Leyton let's go of the attempt for now.
Pizziconi trying to control but not successfully. #T2#
Osmany Pizziconi has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Leyton is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Pizziconi defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Leyton is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Pizziconi knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Pizziconi for a finish.
Pizziconi trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Leyton scores with punches and elbows.
Leyton has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Pizziconi. #T3##SUB#
Leyton looking for the choke from the back.
Leyton is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Leyton throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Leyton punishes Pizziconi with strikes from the back mount.
Leyton missing with strikes from the back.
Pizziconi controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt.
Pizziconi is taking damage to the body and head.
Leyton scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Pizziconi is looking for a way out.
Leyton throwing damaging strikes from the back! Pizziconi could be in trouble here! #ROC#Pizziconi is rocked!
Pizziconi trying to control but not successfully.
Pizziconi is still in real trouble! Can Leyton finish him?
Leyton misses with an elbow to the head.
Pizziconi seems to have recovered his senses.#T4#
Pizziconi is in bad spot here.
Pizziconi trying to control the position but Leyton manages to sink in the hooks.
Leyton is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Will Leyton go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Pizziconi is trapped and Leyton is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Leyton struggling to keep hold of the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Leyton has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Pizziconi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Timo Leyton dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Leyton slaps away a takedown attempt from Pizziconi, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Leyton drives through with a takedown into guard.
Pizziconi working a defensive guard here.
Leyton working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pizziconi is trying to control the position but Leyton postures up.
Pizziconi is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Leyton throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Pizziconi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1#
Leyton seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Leyton accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Leyton with a flurry of punches that miss.
Pizziconi 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.
Leyton is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A big left from Leyton misses.
Pizziconi feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Pizziconi scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T2#
Pizziconi prevents Leyton from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi is looking to take a break and control but Leyton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Leyton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pizziconi's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pizziconi's back!
Pizziconi prevents Leyton from getting a body triangle.
Pizziconi is in bad spot here.
Pizziconi trying to control the hands but Leyton won't let him.
Pizziconi is really stuck here.
Osmany Pizziconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Leyton lands shots from the back. #SUB#
Leyton working for a choke but Pizziconi is defending well.
Pizziconi is in bad spot here.
Pizziconi breaks Leyton's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Pizziconi is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Leyton keeps moving. #SUB#
Leyton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pizziconi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Leyton looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Pizziconi works over Leyton with some ground and pound from guard.
Pizziconi advances to half guard.
Pizziconi is thwarting Leyton's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Leyton defending well though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Timo Leyton showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Leyton 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Timo Leyton!
Timo Leyton was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: LAFC 44
Date: May 28, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Pizziconi lands in his opponent's guard.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Vercetti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vercetti preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pizziconi postures up and lands a big shot to Vercetti's brow.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Vercetti keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pizziconi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing.
Pizziconi is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pizziconi throws a big elbow that misses.
Pizziconi connects with a couple of short punches.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing.
Pizziconi working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pizziconi throwing strikes from guard but Vercetti blocks nicely.
Vercetti looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pizziconi is one step ahead there.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Vercetti keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Vercetti gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Pizziconi landing some decent shots from guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pizziconi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Vercetti preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pizziconi passes into half guard.
Vercetti won't allow Pizziconi to pass to mount.
Pizziconi throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Vercetti regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vercetti works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Pizziconi lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Pizziconi missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pizziconi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pizziconi trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Pizziconi postures up and lands a big shot to Vercetti's brow.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Vercetti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vercetti 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.#T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Vercetti keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sloppy strikes from Vercetti. Those never looked like landing.
Pizziconi will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.
Pizziconi shoots for a double leg takedown but Vercetti sprawls well. He's pushed Pizziconi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tommy Vercetti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Pizziconi fails with the takedown.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A jab from Vercetti does it's job there.
Vercetti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
No luck for Pizziconi with that takedown attempt.
Vercetti throwing a counter right hand but Pizziconi manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Pizziconi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Vercetti sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pizziconi somewhat.
Pizziconi staying out of range there.
Vercetti throws a shot from downtown. Pizziconi moves away and avoids it.
Pizziconi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt - Vercetti sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Osmany Pizziconi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A slow jab from Vercetti misses its intended target.
Pizziconi goes for a double leg but Vercetti avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Vercetti continues to drive forward.
Tommy Vercetti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Vercetti lands with a right hand.
Vercetti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vercetti is fending him off so far but Pizziconi persists. Nope, Vercetti circles away and we're back to standing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Vercetti missing with a left hand there. Pizziconi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vercetti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pizziconi fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vercetti avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Pizziconi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pizziconi scoring with punches and elbows. #T1#
Vercetti keeps Pizziconi under control for a moment.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but Vercetti manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Pizziconi can't do much from the bottom here.
Vercetti wants to control for a moment but Pizziconi uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Pizziconi is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Vercetti's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Vercetti's back!
Pizziconi misses with an elbow to the head. #T2#
Pizziconi is punishing Vercetti with strikes - can he finish him?!
Pizziconi throwing sloppy strikes.
Pizziconi is looking to control Vercetti but Vercetti is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Vercetti covering up well and avoiding damage. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Vercetti is defending well though. Pizziconi let's go of the attempt for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi is landing with strikes. Vercetti can't take much more of this.
Pizziconi tries to get the hooks in deep but Vercetti pushed the leg off. #T3#
Vercetti is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Pizziconi.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Pizziconi. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Pizziconi misses with punches from the back. #SUB2#
Pizziconi looking for the choke from the back.
Vercetti trying to control the hands but Pizziconi won't let him.
Pizziconi throwing sloppy strikes.
Pizziconi tries to keep control of the position but Vercetti is staying busy.#T4#
Pizziconi trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Vercetti doesn't escape.
Pizziconi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pizziconi wants to control but Vercetti is keeping busy.
Even with his hooks in, Pizziconi manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Pizziconi. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in! #SUB2#
Pizziconi tightening his grip on Vercetti, looking for the choke.
Well, with Pizziconi on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Vercetti is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Pizziconi trying to control momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD2#
Vercetti gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Pizziconi to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Pizziconi being controlled here momentarily.
Vercetti working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pizziconi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pizziconi postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Pizziconi throws a big right hand that misses.
Pizziconi is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Pizziconi is looking to work some ground and pound but Vercetti has wrist control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Pizziconi gets the takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Pizziconi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Vercetti defending against the ground and pound.
Vercetti parries the strikes from Pizziconi easily there. Pizziconi is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Vercetti to escape. #T2#
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vercetti is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vercetti keeps working.
Pizziconi is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Vercetti being controlled for a moment.
Osmany Pizziconi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pizziconi working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Pizziconi sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Vercetti is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi just content to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tommy Vercetti is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pizziconi moves forwards but Vercetti connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nice sprawl there from Vercetti as Pizziconi shoots in.
Pizziconi fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tommy Vercetti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.#TD2#
Pizziconi scores with a takedown into Vercetti's guard.
Pizziconi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pizziconi trying to control but Vercetti is working from the bottom.
Tommy Vercetti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vercetti wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Vercetti can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pizziconi controls the pace.

And that's the end of the fight!
Osmany Pizziconi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pizziconi 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Osmany Pizziconi!
Osmany Pizziconi was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: LAFC Pizziconi vs Haze
Date: May 08, 2022

#R1#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Haze as he avoids it easily.
Pizziconi backing away here, and Haze unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt - Haze sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Haze tries a quick counter leg kick but Pizziconi is wise to it.
Pizziconi staying out of range there.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Haze sprawls well. Haze wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Haze flicks out a counter leg kick but Pizziconi steps away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Haze leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Haze stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Haze wants it to stay on the feet.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown
and Haze counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Haze fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pizziconi manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haze lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice shot lands for Haze .
A solid leg kick lands there for Haze .
Pizziconi will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Haze dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pizziconi. That did some damage!
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Haze defends it nicely.#T1##TD#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pizziconi was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Pizziconi scoring with punches from side control.
Haze is trying to escape the position but Pizziconi is controlling the position.
Haze is looking for a sweep.
Pizziconi working away.
Pizziconi working the ground and pound.
Haze has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Haze keeps working.
Haze tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Pizziconi wants to control but Haze is keeping him busy.
We've been hearing that Pizziconi has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Haze manages to get back to half guard.
Pizziconi perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Haze trying to hold on to Pizziconi's head to control him but Pizziconi postures up.
Haze regains full guard. Nicely done.
Haze is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Pizziconi trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Pizziconi working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pizziconi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Haze working a defensive guard here.
Pizziconi scoring with punches to the head and body.
Haze wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pizziconi content to stall in guard here.
Pizziconi throws a big right hand that misses.
Haze is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Haze as Pizziconi shoots in.
Haze with the counter takedown but Pizziconi avoids it easily.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown. Haze tries to sprawl out of it but Pizziconi keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Haze manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #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.
Haze leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pizziconi shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Haze counters with a nice body shot.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Haze defends it nicely.
Pizziconi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Haze sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pizziconi somewhat.
Haze takes a swing at Pizziconi's ribcage but misses.
Pizziconi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Haze sprawls and moves away.
Pizziconi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Haze .
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Haze swivels and escapes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Pizziconi shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Haze 's guard.
Haze has momentary wrist control but Pizziconi slips an elbow through the middle.
Haze controls Pizziconi momentarily but Pizziconi frees himself.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Haze is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Darryl Haze will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Haze , looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Haze against the cage but Haze circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pizziconi has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Haze counters with a nice double leg into side control. Pizziconi won't be happy with that.
Pizziconi manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Haze is stalling here. Pizziconi is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Haze seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Pizziconi has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Pizziconi 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.
Haze is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi wants to take a breather but Haze manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Pizziconi.
Pizziconi looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Haze has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Haze looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Haze is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Haze looking for a sweep. Not yet Haze , not yet. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Haze controls Pizziconi momentarily but Pizziconi frees himself.
Pizziconi with a nice head shot there.
Pizziconi is in close to Haze 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Haze keeps moving.
Pizziconi seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Pizziconi is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T3#
Pizziconi with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Pizziconi postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Haze is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Pizziconi drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Haze manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Pizziconi has Haze in his guard.#REVB#
Haze advances position into side control!
Pizziconi is not content to let Haze control the position.
Pizziconi tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Haze wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
I wouldn't like to be where Pizziconi is right now.
Haze working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Pizziconi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pizziconi dodges the ground and pound from Haze .
Haze wants to control but Pizziconi is keeping him busy.
Pizziconi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pizziconi manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Darryl Haze will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Haze displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pizziconi.
Haze drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Pizziconi defends it well.
No luck for Pizziconi with that takedown attempt.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Haze , looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Haze against the cage but Haze circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi shoots in for a double leg but Haze sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD2#
Haze closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Pizziconi did well to prevent Haze getting side control.
Osmany Pizziconi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Haze is keen to just control but Pizziconi is a slippery customer.
Haze thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Pizziconi's head.
Pizziconi desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Haze wants to control but Pizziconi is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haze lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Haze is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1#
Pizziconi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Haze trying to control the position from guard on top but Pizziconi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi trying to control the position.
Haze stays in close to Pizziconi's body and controls the position.
Haze pushes down on Pizziconi's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Haze trying to control from half guard but Pizziconi is working away. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Haze throws a strike but Pizziconi avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Haze trying to control the position from guard on top but Pizziconi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haze wants to pass the guard but Pizziconi is keeping the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Haze throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Haze , looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Haze against the cage but Haze circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A nice side step and Haze releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Haze ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3#
Haze misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pizziconi.
A punch combination from Haze misses.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt
and Haze counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pizziconi avoids the body shot from Haze .
Haze defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
Haze feints the counter takedown.
Pizziconi checks a low kick from Haze .
Haze lands a nice hook to Pizziconi's body. Pizziconi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Haze as he jumps to the side.
Pizziconi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Haze 's waist but Haze gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pizziconi off to one side.
Haze defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
Haze with the counter takedown but Pizziconi avoids it easily.
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.
Haze lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Haze lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Haze throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Haze swivels and escapes.
Haze is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Pizziconi rather than just go for the knockout.#T4#
Haze misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Pizziconi gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Haze is pushing down on Pizziconi's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pizziconi is fighting to maintain full guard but Haze has managed to sneak the leg through.
Haze not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Haze thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Haze passes to full mount!
Pizziconi holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Haze tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Haze tries to control but Pizziconi wriggling away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Haze throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Pizziconi because Haze loaded up on that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darryl Haze really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Haze stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Haze wants it to stay on the feet.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown but Haze sprawls well.
Pizziconi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Haze cracks a nice hook into Pizziconi's ribs.#TD#
Pizziconi darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Pizziconi is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haze manages to get to full guard. #T1#
Haze has momentary wrist control but Pizziconi slips an elbow through the middle.
Pizziconi stopping the sweep attempt from Haze .
Pizziconi with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pizziconi's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pizziconi throws a big elbow that misses.
Haze is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Haze is pulling down on Pizziconi's head. It's preventing any offense from Pizziconi, at least for the moment.
Haze keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Pizziconi postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Haze keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass.
Pizziconi throws a strike but Haze rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Haze is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Pizziconi seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3#
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Haze from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Haze . #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Haze fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Haze gets caught napping as Pizziconi dives in and scores a takedown. Haze manages to retain guard.#SUB2#
Haze is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pizziconi is looking to work some ground and pound but Haze has wrist control.
Pizziconi controlling from the top position. #T4##SUB2#
Haze working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pizziconi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pizziconi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pizziconi stands up over Haze , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Pizziconi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pizziconi looking to pass the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi had his way with Darryl Haze in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Haze tries to score with a low kick but Pizziconi moves his leg out of the way.
Haze stuffs the takedown attempt from Pizziconi. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Haze appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Haze 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.
Pizziconi shoots for a double leg takedown but Haze sprawls well. He's pushed Pizziconi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A cross from Haze lands.
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Haze swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Haze , looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Haze against the cage but Haze circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt
and Haze makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haze lands a really nice looking cross but Pizziconi seems unphased.
Pizziconi fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Haze avoids it really well and circles away.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Pizziconi ducks under a wild hook from Haze .#T1#
Pizziconi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Haze .
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Haze 's waist but Haze gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pizziconi off to one side. #TD#
Pizziconi decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Haze wants to get back to full guard.
Pizziconi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Haze is looking to control Pizziconi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Haze avoid being mounted?
Pizziconi throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Pizziconi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Pizziconi thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Haze 's head.
Pizziconi drops an elbow to the side of Haze 's head.
Pizziconi passes to full mount!
Pizziconi breaks from Haze 's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Pizziconi with a couple of short strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Haze tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Osmany Pizziconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Pizziconi working Haze over with strikes here.
Pizziconi connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
A nice elbow there by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi working the ground and pound effectively.
Pizziconi fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Haze wants to hold on but Pizziconi pushes him away.
Pizziconi putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#ROC#Haze is rocked!
Haze really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Haze is still in real trouble! Can Pizziconi finish him?
Pizziconi controlling the pace for now.
Pizziconi unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Haze wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Pizziconi celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Osmany Pizziconi!
After the fight, Osmany Pizziconi was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: LAFC 37
Date: Apr 16, 2022

#R1#
Ruthlessness throws out a loose jab but Pizziconi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ruthlessness looks to land a left hand but Pizziconi moved out of range nicely.
Pizziconi feinted with a counter takedown.
Pizziconi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ruthlessness misses with an uppercut. Pizziconi saw that one coming.
Ruthlessness looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ruthlessness throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ruthlessness uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pizziconi has time to react.
Pizziconi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ruthlessness throws out the jab.
Pizziconi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ruthlessness.
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.
A big right from Ruthlessness misses.
Ruthlessness throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ruthlessness throws a jab but it's blocked by Pizziconi. #TD#
Pizziconi closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ruthlessness is trying to control Pizziconi's posture but Pizziconi avoids it.
We've been hearing that Pizziconi has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T1#
Pizziconi tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Ruthlessness is trying to control Pizziconi's posture but Pizziconi avoids it.
Ruthlessness might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Pizziconi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Pizziconi controls the position.
Pizziconi is looking to take a break and control but Ruthlessness is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ruthlessness can't do much from the bottom here.
Ruthlessness taking punishment in the form of punches.
Ruthlessness is not content to let Pizziconi control the position.
Pizziconi working away.#T2#
Pizziconi trying to control the position but Ruthlessness is working away.
Pizziconi controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A control attempt from Ruthlessness but he's now mounted!
Pizziconi raining down shots from the mount!
Ruthlessness wants to control but Pizziconi is having none of it.
Ruthlessness is in all sorts of trouble here.
Pizziconi avoids the attempt from Ruthlessness to control.
Pizziconi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ruthlessness manages to control the position for a moment.#T3#
Ruthlessness tries to lock up and control but Pizziconi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ruthlessness is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ruthlessness is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Pizziconi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Pizziconi avoids the attempt from Ruthlessness to control.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Pizziconi cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Pizziconi working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Ruthlessness wants to control but Pizziconi is having none of it.
Pizziconi trying to control but Ruthlessness is having none of it.
Pizziconi pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot to the head. #T4#
Pizziconi connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ruthlessness tries to hold on but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi tries to push Ruthlessness's head away but Ruthlessness is holding on tight.
Pizziconi working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Ruthlessness tries to lock up and control but Pizziconi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Pizziconi trying to control but Ruthlessness is having none of it.
Pizziconi with a couple of short strikes.
Pizziconi dominating with strikes here.
Ruthlessness tries to lock up and control but Pizziconi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ruthlessness is bucking up trying to escape but Pizziconi cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Pizziconi with shots to the head and body - Ruthlessness looks very uncomfortable down there. #ROC#Ruthlessness is rocked!
Pizziconi working Ruthlessness over with strikes here.
Ruthlessness is still in real trouble! Can Pizziconi finish him?
Pizziconi postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Ruthlessness bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Pizziconi and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Osmany Pizziconi!
A very excited looking Osmany Pizziconi rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 02, 2022

#R1#
Poutine goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #TD2#
Pizziconi looking to score a takedown here. Poutine is defending well but Pizziconi drives through and ends up in Poutine's guard.
Pizziconi passes Poutine's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Poutine wants to control but Pizziconi is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pizziconi working over Poutine with some ground and pound. Poutine looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Pizziconi lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Pizziconi sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ground and pound from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi winds up and cracks Poutine with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Let's hope that Pizziconi has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB2#
Pizziconi wants to work for an arm triangle but Poutine is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pizziconi looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Pizziconi lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Pizziconi works his way into full mount!
Poutine is bucking up trying to escape but Pizziconi cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#ROC2#Poutine is rocked!
Pizziconi loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Poutine scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Pizziconi land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Pizziconi stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Osmany Pizziconi!
Osmany Pizziconi spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: CWC 296 - Morrison Jr vs Boaz
Date: Feb 27, 2022

185 cm
39 yrs
176 lbs

186 cm
22 yrs
180 lbs

Azaryan

Pizziconi

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 16 losses; Artur Azaryan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Osmany Pizziconi!
The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, Ben Watson and Bruno Hogan.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Azaryan gets a clinch.
Azaryan is working for takedown but Pizziconi is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD#
Azaryan decides to pull guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Azaryan is keeping the position for now.
Azaryan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Pizziconi passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Pizziconi is pressing down on Azaryan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Azaryan is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azaryan is pressing down on Pizziconi's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Azaryan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pizziconi controls the pace.
Azaryan keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi content to stall in guard here.
Pizziconi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Azaryan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Pizziconi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pizziconi looking to pass the guard.
Azaryan controlling Pizziconi's posture.
Azaryan being controlled here, momentarily.
Pizziconi tries to free his leg and advance position but Azaryan is retaining full guard. #T3#
Azaryan looking to control. #SUB#
Azaryan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Azaryan keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi tries to free his leg and advance position but Azaryan is retaining full guard.
Pizziconi keeps trying to improve his position.
Pizziconi showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Azaryan keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully. #T4#
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Azaryan is keeping the position for now.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pizziconi working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Azaryan keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Azaryan being controlled here, momentarily.
Azaryan keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully. #T5#
Pizziconi tries to free his leg and advance position but Azaryan is retaining full guard.
Azaryan 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.
Pizziconi stays in close to Azaryan's body and controls the position.
Azaryan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pizziconi tries to free his leg and advance position but Azaryan is retaining full guard.
Azaryan wants to sweep but no luck.
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Azaryan is keeping the position for now.
Pizziconi pushing down on Azaryan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T6##SUB2#
Pizziconi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Azaryan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Pizziconi trying to advance position but Azaryan counters by regaining guard.
Pizziconi trying to control but Azaryan is working from the bottom.
Pizziconi wants to pass the guard but Azaryan is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Pizziconi drops back, looking for a kneebar! Azaryan looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Azaryan looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Azaryan!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Azaryan (4) vs (0) Pizziconi
Pizziconi can't do much from the bottom here. #T7#
Pizziconi might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Azaryan haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Azaryan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Pizziconi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T8#
Azaryan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Azaryan trying to control the position but Pizziconi is working away.
Azaryan advances to mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Azaryan (6) vs (0) Pizziconi
Azaryan controlling from the full mount. #T9#
Azaryan can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pizziconi is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi wants to hold on but Azaryan pushes him away.#T10#
Pizziconi is trying desperately to improve position.
Azaryan fails to move to back control.
Azaryan wants to control but Pizziconi has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Pizziconi is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T11#
Pizziconi gets back to full guard.
Pizziconi controlling the position.
Pizziconi wants to sweep here but Azaryan controlling him for the moment.
Azaryan wants to pass the guard but Pizziconi is keeping the position.
Pizziconi seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T12#
Azaryan wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving.
Pizziconi controlling the position.
Pizziconi trying to control the position.
Pizziconi is adopting a defensive guard.
Azaryan is stalling in the full guard. #T13#
Pizziconi is pulling down on Azaryan's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Pizziconi has his foot on Azaryan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Azaryan works his way back into a safe position though.
Azaryan controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Pizziconi trying to control the position. #T14#
Pizziconi controlling the position.
Azaryan preventing the sweep.
Pizziconi pulls Azaryan in close to prevent any damage.
Azaryan slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Azaryan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Azaryan takes the fight on points by 6 to 0.
Our winner, Artur Azaryan, 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: CWC 295 - Vicini vs Lemieux
Date: Feb 14, 2022

186 cm
21 yrs
180 lbs

175 cm
43 yrs
179 lbs

Pizziconi

Savkov

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Osmany Pizziconi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 16 losses; Pavel Savkov!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Shigeki Fujiwara and Yuuki Gou.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Pizziconi decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pizziconi (2) vs (0) Savkov
Pizziconi prevents Savkov from improving his position.
Savkov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pizziconi is working away from the top position though.
Pizziconi will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pizziconi wants to control but Savkov is keeping him busy.
Pizziconi wants to advance to full mount but Savkov doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Savkov controls Pizziconi momentarily but Pizziconi frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Savkov keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi postures up.
We've been hearing that Pizziconi has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T1#
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Savkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Pizziconi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Savkov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Savkov keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Savkov is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Pizziconi frees his head nicely. Oh but Savkov has switched to an armbar! Pizziconi is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Pavel Savkov!

Event: CWC 294 - Brown vs Morrison
Date: Feb 06, 2022

183 cm
24 yrs
176 lbs

186 cm
21 yrs
180 lbs

Gracias

Pizziconi

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Helio Gracias! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Osmany Pizziconi!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Luis Engracia and Paulo Santos.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Gracias, looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Gracias against the cage but Gracias circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Helio Gracias has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Gracias tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gracias defends it nicely.
Gracias feinted with a counter takedown.#TD2#
Pizziconi drives through with a takedown into Gracias's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracias (0) vs (2) Pizziconi
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB2#
Pizziconi drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Pizziconi jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Pizziconi wants to pass the guard but Gracias is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gracias working for a triangle but Pizziconi defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gracias has his foot on Pizziconi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pizziconi works his way back into a safe position though.#T1##SUB#
Gracias is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pizziconi tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracias is retaining full guard.
Gracias tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gracias keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Gracias tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Gracias has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pizziconi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Pizziconi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracias swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Gracias tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gracias is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Gracias 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.
Pizziconi trying to control but Gracias is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pizziconi got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gracias has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pizziconi has managed to get both his arms back between Gracias's legs - danger averted.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pizziconi working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Pizziconi slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Pizziconi looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Pizziconi got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gracias has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pizziconi has managed to get both his arms back between Gracias's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Pizziconi stopping the sweep attempt from Gracias.
Gracias keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Gracias looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracias, not yet.
Pizziconi slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is trying to work for a kimura but Gracias is defending well.
Gracias is refusing to be controlled, as Pizziconi sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Pizziconi 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#
Gracias manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Gracias throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Gracias is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gracias keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully. #T5#
Pizziconi wants to pass the guard but Gracias is keeping the position.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracias is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracias can't keep his opponent in guard - Pizziconi advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gracias wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is trying for a kimura here. Gracias looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Pizziconi wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Osmany Pizziconi!
A less than humble Osmany Pizziconi misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: CWC 292 - Las Vegas
Date: Jan 23, 2022

186 cm
21 yrs
180 lbs

180 cm
25 yrs
180 lbs

Pizziconi

Vrjalya

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Osmany Pizziconi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Ken Vrjalya!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Daniel Franklin and Robert Twigg.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Vrjalya changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Pizziconi looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Pizziconi (0) vs (4) Vrjalya
Vrjalya has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KingsJiuJitsuAcademy. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pizziconi has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Vrjalya wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pizziconi, who protects the arm well.
Pizziconi tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vrjalya wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pizziconi can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi gets back to half guard.
Pizziconi is looking for a sweep. Vrjalya is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pizziconi moves into full guard. #T1#
Vrjalya pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pizziconi is keeping the position for now.
Vrjalya is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Vrjalya has gone for a leg lock! Pizziconi slips out almost immediately though and dives into Vrjalya's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pizziconi (2) vs (4) Vrjalya#SUB2#
Vrjalya has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pizziconi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Vrjalya working for submissions but it's allowed Pizziconi to get to half guard. #SUB#
Pizziconi is trying to work for a kimura but Vrjalya is defending well. #T2#
Vrjalya regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Pizziconi got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vrjalya has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pizziconi has managed to get both his arms back between Vrjalya's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Vrjalya escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pizziconi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Vrjalya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking for a triangle but Pizziconi pushes his legs off easily.
Vrjalya keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Vrjalya is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pizziconi is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Vrjalya is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Vrjalya keeps moving.
We've been hearing that Pizziconi has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T3##SUB2#
Vrjalya isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Pizziconi stacks Vrjalya 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 Pizziconi!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pizziconi (5) vs (4) Vrjalya#SUB#
Pizziconi working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Vrjalya is trying to improve his position.
Vrjalya is not content to let Pizziconi control the position.
Vrjalya manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pizziconi (5) vs (6) Vrjalya#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Pizziconi still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Pizziconi has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Pizziconi (9) vs (6) Vrjalya
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Pizziconi working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Vrjalya manages to work his way to half guard, despite Pizziconi's best efforts.
Pizziconi is trying to control. Vrjalya wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Pizziconi wants to work for an arm triangle but Vrjalya is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Vrjalya tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.#T5#
Vrjalya tries to roll over but Pizziconi keeps him under control.
Vrjalya is staying active underneath Pizziconi, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vrjalya keeps working.
Pizziconi wants to free his trapped foot but Vrjalya is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Pizziconi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vrjalya has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily.
Pizziconi performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T6#
Pizziconi is pressing down on Vrjalya's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vrjalya is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Pizziconi is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T7#
Pizziconi works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Pizziconi (12) vs (6) Vrjalya
Vrjalya really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi trying to control but Vrjalya is having none of it. #SUB#
Pizziconi is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Vrjalya has managed to escape the submission attempt. #SUB#
Pizziconi working for a submission but Vrjalya is keeping him at bay.
Vrjalya is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Pizziconi working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Vrjalya manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T8#
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Vrjalya is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions off his back.
Pizziconi is pressing down on Vrjalya's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vrjalya is holding on for now. #SUB#
Pizziconi 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. #SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but Vrjalya is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pizziconi to get the leverage. #T9#
Vrjalya is not content to let Pizziconi control the position.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pizziconi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.
Vrjalya is refusing to be controlled, as Pizziconi sits in half guard.
Pizziconi wants to free his trapped foot but Vrjalya is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Vrjalya wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Pizziconi is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vrjalya sees it coming and defends easily.#T10#
Vrjalya is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions off his back.
Pizziconi is pressing down on Vrjalya's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vrjalya is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Pizziconi is working for a submission of some sort.
Pizziconi not doing much here. #T11##SUB2#
Vrjalya looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Pizziconi wants to take a breather but Vrjalya is having none of it.
Pizziconi is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Vrjalya is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Pizziconi seems to be working for a kimura but Vrjalya defends the submission attempt.
Vrjalya wants to improve his position but Pizziconi is controlling well.
Pizziconi is keen to just control but Vrjalya is a slippery customer.#T12#
Pizziconi trying to mount his opponent but Vrjalya defends it. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pizziconi passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Pizziconi (15) vs (6) Vrjalya
Vrjalya is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vrjalya prevents Pizziconi from improving position.
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vrjalya keeps working. #T13#
Vrjalya manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Pizziconi not doing much here. #SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily.
Vrjalya looks winded!
Vrjalya wants to get back to full guard.
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vrjalya keeps working.
Pizziconi is really struggling to control Vrjalya but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions off his back.
Pizziconi wants to control but Vrjalya is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.#T14##SUB2#
Vrjalya looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily.
Pizziconi is trying to control. Vrjalya wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pizziconi seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Vrjalya is looking for a sweep. Pizziconi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pizziconi keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily.
Vrjalya is refusing to be controlled, as Pizziconi sits in half guard. #SUB#
Pizziconi is working for a submission of some sort.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pizziconi takes the fight on points by 15 to 6.
Osmany Pizziconi decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 12, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Zombermens decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Pizziconi is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zombermens's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zombermens's back!
Zombermens is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Pizziconi off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Pizziconi is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Pizziconi has Zombermens flattened out and is raining down punches.
Zombermens tries to escape but Pizziconi has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pizziconi has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Zombermens's body. #SUB#
Pizziconi looking for the RNC.
Pizziconi keeps control of the position as Zombermens tries to break free.
Pizziconi trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Zombermens doesn't escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Zombermens is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Pizziconi has locked on a rear naked choke here! Zombermens is tapping out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Osmany Pizziconi!
After the fight, Osmany Pizziconi was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: SICKNESS I
Date: Oct 01, 2021

#R1#
Vercetti throws a big shot that misses.
A big right from Vercetti misses.
Pizziconi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Vercetti sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Vercetti scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Vercetti with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pizziconi with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vercetti counters with a stiff right hand.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Vercetti defends it nicely.
Vercetti has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Dojo in the buildup to the fight.
Tommy Vercetti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Pizziconi dives in and grabs Vercetti's left leg, looking for a takedown. Vercetti pushes down on Pizziconi's head and hops out.
Vercetti is looking to counter punch.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Vercetti circles away easily
and Vercetti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pizziconi with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vercetti cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vercetti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And Pizziconi tries to counter it with a takedown but Vercetti pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pizziconi dives in for a single leg takedown but Vercetti sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Vercetti misses with a body shot.
Pizziconi has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Pizziconi shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Vercetti counters with a straight right hand.#T1##KD#
Vercetti feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Pizziconi sprawling to the canvas! Pizziconi rolls over backwards and springs off the ropes and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Vercetti finish him?! #ROC#Pizziconi is rocked!
Pizziconi dives in for a single leg takedown but Vercetti sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Pizziconi is still on wobbly legs! Can Vercetti finish him?#KD#
Vercetti sends Pizziconi crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Vercetti is motioning to the referee to let Pizziconi up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vercetti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pizziconi manages to avoid it.
Pizziconi tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in and gets a takedown into Vercetti's guard.
Vercetti wants to hit a sweep here but Pizziconi passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Vercetti there!
Pizziconi looking to finish with strikes here!
Vercetti is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Pizziconi seems to have recovered his senses.
Vercetti is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Pizziconi wants to control the pace but Vercetti is squirming around nicely. #T2#
Pizziconi punching from mount but Vercetti doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Pizziconi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Vercetti is looking to escape.
Pizziconi pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Vercetti taking shots to the head.
Pizziconi landing strikes, looking to finish!
Pizziconi looking to finish Vercetti with some ground and pound. This is bad for Vercetti!#T3#
Pizziconi landing strikes from the mount.#ROC2#Vercetti is rocked!
Pizziconi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Pizziconi lands a heavy elbow.
Vercetti tries to hold on but Pizziconi pushes him away.
Pizziconi controlling the position easily from mount.
Pizziconi 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.
Vercetti wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi landing strikes from the mount and Vercetti is in trouble!
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Pizziconi looking to land elbow strikes but Vercetti uses the position to regain half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pizziconi misses with a head shot. Vercetti uses the momentum to regain guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pizziconi connects with a couple of short punches.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Vercetti keeps moving.
Vercetti working a defensive guard but Pizziconi passes into half guard.
Vercetti is refusing to be controlled, as Pizziconi sits in half guard.
Pizziconi is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T5#
Pizziconi throwing shots but Vercetti is blocking nicely.
Pizziconi working Vercetti over with strikes.
Pizziconi seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Vercetti blocking the ground and pound attempt from Pizziconi.
Vercetti has hold of Pizziconi's hands but Pizziconi slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Pizziconi wants to control but Vercetti is keeping him busy.
Pizziconi slips a nice elbow through Vercetti's hands, connecting with Vercetti's forehead.
Pizziconi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nice strikes from Pizziconi there. #T6#
Pizziconi with the ground and pound but Vercetti uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Pizziconi throws a big elbow that misses.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Vercetti keeps moving.
Pizziconi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Vercetti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pizziconi defending well as Vercetti loads up on a big left hand.
Pizziconi slips a jab from Vercetti.
Pizziconi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Vercetti sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pizziconi somewhat.#T7#
Vercetti throws a shot from downtown. Pizziconi moves away and avoids it.
Vercetti lands a really nice looking cross but Pizziconi seems unphased.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Vercetti, looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Vercetti against the ropes but Vercetti circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Vercetti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pizziconi dives in for a single leg takedown but Vercetti sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Vercetti throws an overhand right that lands on Pizziconi's shoulder, as Pizziconi tries to avoid the shot.
Pizziconi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Vercetti is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Vercetti circles away easily
and Vercetti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tommy Vercetti is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vercetti keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Vercetti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pizziconi shoots for a double leg takedown but Vercetti sprawls well. He's pushed Pizziconi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Pizziconi dives in and scores a takedown into Vercetti's guard.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Vercetti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#T8#
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Vercetti keeps moving.
Vercetti not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Pizziconi trying to control but Vercetti is working from the bottom.
Pizziconi with a nice head shot there.
Pizziconi throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vercetti works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Vercetti scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Vercetti is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vercetti as he avoids it easily.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vercetti scores with a hook.#T9#
Pizziconi shoots for a double leg takedown but Vercetti sprawls well. He's pushed Pizziconi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Vercetti throws a jab when Pizziconi was well out of range.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown but Vercetti manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pizziconi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.
Pizziconi has a takedown stuffed.
Vercetti misses with a looping right.
Vercetti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Pizziconi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Vercetti is trying to get back to half guard.
Pizziconi scores with punches from side control.
Pizziconi is looking to take a break and control but Vercetti is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Vercetti dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R2#
Pizziconi has a takedown stuffed.
Vercetti lands a glancing blow to the side of Pizziconi's head.
Pizziconi moves out of range of the strikes.
Pizziconi shoots in but Vercetti avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2#
Pizziconi drives through with a takedown into guard.
Pizziconi preventing the sweep.
Vercetti is looking to sweep but instead, Pizziconi has passed into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vercetti wants to get back to full guard.
Pizziconi working the head and body with strikes.
Pizziconi lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
Vercetti tries to roll over but Pizziconi keeps him under control.
Pizziconi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Vercetti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pizziconi can do to turn this around?
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Vercetti is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pizziconi not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Pizziconi wants to control but Vercetti is keeping him busy.
Vercetti is looking for a sweep. Pizziconi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pizziconi trying to mount his opponent but Vercetti defends it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Vercetti manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pizziconi throwing strikes from guard but Vercetti blocks nicely. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Vercetti trying to keep a closed guard but Pizziconi is proving a slippery customer.
Pizziconi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice defenses there by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Vercetti circles away easily
and Vercetti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tommy Vercetti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.#TD2#
Vercetti gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Pizziconi to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Vercetti keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Osmany Pizziconi has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Pizziconi working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pizziconi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pizziconi throws a big elbow that misses.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Vercetti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Vercetti defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
A little feinted left hand from Vercetti on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pizziconi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vercetti.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt
and Vercetti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vercetti swivels and escapes.
A telegraphed right hand from Vercetti misses the target.
Vercetti fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pizziconi is defended easily by Vercetti.
Pizziconi takes one on the button.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Vercetti shows good takedown defense. #TD2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Vercetti to the mat! Vercetti manages to get full guard.
Vercetti utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Vercetti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi with a flurry of punches that miss. #T5#
Pizziconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vercetti is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Pizziconi is trying to maintain the position but Vercetti is very close to passing his half guard.
Vercetti prevents Pizziconi from improving his position.
Vercetti is thwarting Pizziconi's attempts to control the position.#T6#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pizziconi is refusing to be controlled, as Vercetti sits in half guard.
Pizziconi trying to control from the bottom.
Vercetti works his foot free and advances to mount.
Pizziconi is wriggling around trying to escape. #T7#
Pizziconi is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Vercetti is trying to take his opponent's back.
Vercetti trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Pizziconi is in all sorts of trouble here.
Osmany Pizziconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T8#
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.
Pizziconi wants to hold on but Vercetti pushes him away.
Vercetti content just to control the position here.
Pizziconi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pizziconi has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Vercetti's lack of action.
Pizziconi moves into full guard.
Vercetti has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T9#
Pizziconi wants to sweep here but Vercetti controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Vercetti swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Pizziconi.
A big right from Vercetti misses.
Pizziconi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Pizziconi darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vercetti doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pizziconi.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vercetti wants to control but Pizziconi is keeping busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tommy Vercetti showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Vercetti 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight for Tommy Vercetti!
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight for Tommy Vercetti!
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight for Tommy Vercetti!

Tommy Vercetti wins by unanimous decision!
After winning the bout, Tommy Vercetti thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: BKFC 17 Emelianenko Bonaparte
Date: Aug 28, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Voluspa closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Pizziconi's guard.
Voluspa trying to control the position from guard on top but Pizziconi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Voluspa trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
Voluspa looking to pass the guard.
Pizziconi working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Voluspa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voluspa trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Pizziconi is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T1#
Voluspa shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Pizziconi defends it nicely.
Voluspa shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Voluspa closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Voluspa lands in his opponent's guard.
Pizziconi controls Voluspa momentarily but Voluspa frees himself.
Voluspa told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Pizziconi will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pizziconi wants to hit a sweep here but Voluspa passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Pizziconi there!
Voluspa thowing shots but they're missing. #T2#
Pizziconi avoids a strike by Voluspa and manages to complete a very nice reversal in the process, to end up in Voluspa's guard! Fantastic escape!
Pizziconi preventing the sweep.
Pizziconi content to stall in guard here.
Voluspa preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Voluspa throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Voluspa keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
Voluspa tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Pizziconi is thwarting Voluspa's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Voluspa doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pizziconi.
Pizziconi drops an elbow to the side of Voluspa's head. #SUB#
Pizziconi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Pizziconi is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Voluspa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pizziconi blocks the strikes from Voluspa.
Pizziconi trying to mount his opponent but Voluspa defends it.
Voluspa wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Voluspa is trying to maintain the position but Pizziconi is very close to passing his half guard.
Voluspa is not content to let Pizziconi control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Voluspa tries to clinch but Pizziconi is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Nori Voluspa will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Pizziconi or perhaps it was just good defense by Voluspa, which made it look bad.
Voluspa is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Voluspa fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown but Voluspa sprawls well.
Voluspa tries to clinch there but Pizziconi circles away.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Voluspa as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Voluspa dives in and scores a takedown into Pizziconi's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pizziconi is on top in guard. #REVR#
Pizziconi scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Voluspa pulls Pizziconi in close to prevent any damage.
Pizziconi connects with a couple of short punches.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pizziconi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Voluspa trying to control the position. #T1#
Pizziconi sitting in guard here, content to control.
Voluspa tries to strike from the bottom.
Pizziconi landing some decent shots from guard.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Voluspa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Voluspa doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Pizziconi trying to control but Voluspa is working from the bottom.
Voluspa not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Pizziconi makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Pizziconi distracts Voluspa with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Voluspa wants to sweep but no luck.
Pizziconi works over Voluspa with some ground and pound from guard.
Pizziconi trying to control but Voluspa is working from the bottom.
Voluspa throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
We've been hearing that Pizziconi has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Voluspa keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass.
Voluspa is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pizziconi was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Pizziconi working away.#T3#
Pizziconi landing strikes.
Pizziconi landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Pizziconi trying to control the action but Voluspa is working from the bottom.
Osmany Pizziconi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Pizziconi tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pizziconi wants to control but Voluspa is keeping him busy.
Voluspa is trying to improve his position.
Voluspa misses with a strike from the bottom.#T4#
Pizziconi cracks Voluspa with a big elbow.
Pizziconi cracks Voluspa with a big elbow.
Pizziconi is looking to take a break and control but Voluspa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Voluspa tries to bench press Pizziconi off him but Pizziconi keeps the position.
Voluspa being controlled for a moment.
Pizziconi in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi cracks Voluspa with a big right hand but Voluspa just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Voluspa has Pizziconi up against the cage in a clinch. #TD2#
Voluspa jumps into guard, dragging Pizziconi to the mat.
Pizziconi postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Pizziconi is working Voluspa over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Voluspa is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pizziconi's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pizziconi working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pizziconi trying to control but Voluspa is working from the bottom.
Voluspa tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pizziconi seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T1#
Pizziconi working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Voluspa has his foot on Pizziconi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pizziconi works his way back into a safe position though.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Voluspa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Voluspa can do to turn this around?
Pizziconi works over Voluspa with some ground and pound from guard.
Pizziconi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Voluspa looking for a sweep. Not yet Voluspa, not yet.
Pizziconi 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.
Pizziconi content to stall in guard here.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Pizziconi is working Voluspa over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Voluspa looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pizziconi is one step ahead there.
Voluspa trying to control the position.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Voluspa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Voluspa manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Voluspa must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Pizziconi has Voluspa pulled in close to control his posture.
Voluspa throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Pizziconi is pulling down on Voluspa's head. It's preventing any offense from Voluspa, at least for the moment.
Voluspa pushing down on Pizziconi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Voluspa is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Voluspa landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Voluspa is looking to stall here but Pizziconi recovers full guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Voluspa from controlling successfully.
Voluspa controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Voluspa trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Voluspa makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Pizziconi tries to land a sweep but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Nori Voluspa.
I think Voluspa 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Nori Voluspa!
Nori Voluspa took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: BKFC - 170 Bracket Round 2
Date: Jul 24, 2021

#R1#
Pizziconi slips under a jab.
Pereira Pinto misses with a straight right.
Pizziconi blocks a jab.
And Pizziconi tries to counter it with a takedown but Pereira Pinto pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Pizziconi ducks under a wild hook from Pereira Pinto.
Pizziconi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pereira Pinto connects with the punch.
Pizziconi slips under a jab from Pereira Pinto.
Pereira Pinto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pizziconi.
Pereira Pinto works over Pizziconi's head and body with a nice combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira Pinto throws an overhand right that lands on Pizziconi's shoulder, as Pizziconi tries to avoid the shot.
Pizziconi drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Pereira Pinto defends it well.
Pereira Pinto looks to land a combination but Pizziconi avoids it well.
Pizziconi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A big right from Pereira Pinto misses. #T1#
Pizziconi dodges the punch combination from Pereira Pinto.
Pereira Pinto throws a right and a left that both miss.
Pereira Pinto misses with a hook to the body #TD2#
and Pizziconi counters with a nice double leg into side control. Pereira Pinto won't be happy with that.
Pereira Pinto dodges the ground and pound from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi taking a breather here.
Pizziconi misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Pereira Pinto struggling a bit here.
Pereira Pinto is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Pereira Pinto is working to avoid the ground and pound but Pizziconi connects with a decent elbow. #T2#
Pereira Pinto pushes Pizziconi away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Pizziconi gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Pereira Pinto is looking to regain half guard here but Pizziconi keeps moving and retains side control.
Pereira Pinto's coaches at Mapinguari Guerreiro 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.
Pizziconi works to advance to full mount. Pereira Pinto defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Pereira Pinto is in all sorts of trouble here.
Pizziconi breaks from Pereira Pinto's wrist control and lands an elbow.
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!
Pizziconi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pereira Pinto is looking to escape.
Pereira Pinto tries to hold on but Pizziconi postures up.
Pereira Pinto working to try and regain half guard. #T3#
Pizziconi looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Pizziconi working for a submission but Pereira Pinto is keeping him at bay.
Pizziconi wants to control the pace but Pereira Pinto is squirming around nicely.
Pereira Pinto is trying desperately to improve position.
Pereira Pinto might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pizziconi lands a big shot there that rocks Pereira Pinto but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Pizziconi avoids the attempt from Pereira Pinto to control.
Pereira Pinto in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Pereira Pinto wants to control but Pizziconi is having none of it.#T4#
Pizziconi landing shots from mount.
Pizziconi landing punches.
Pizziconi with shots to the head and body - Pereira Pinto looks very uncomfortable down there.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot to the head.
Pizziconi lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
You get the feeling that Pereira Pinto really doesn't like being in this position too much.
BOOM! Pizziconi connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Pizziconi controlling from mount.
Pereira Pinto tries to reverse the position but Pizziconi maintains control.
Pizziconi postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Pereira Pinto looks a forlorn figure.
Pizziconi is in the full mount, landing strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Pereira Pinto throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Pereira Pinto misses with the combination.
Pizziconi tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Pereira Pinto looks to land a left hand but Pizziconi moved out of range nicely.
Pereira Pinto throws the left hand but Pizziconi avoids the punch easily.
And Pizziconi tries to counter it with a takedown but Pereira Pinto pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Pizziconi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pereira Pinto.
Pereira Pinto scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira Pinto scores with a hook.
Pereira Pinto throws a lazy right hand but Pizziconi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pizziconi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pereira Pinto.
Pereira Pinto misses with a combination #TD2#
and Pizziconi counters with a nice double leg into side control. Pereira Pinto won't be happy with that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Pizziconi connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Pereira Pinto some visible discomfort.
Pizziconi takes a little break here. Pereira Pinto wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Pereira Pinto avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Pizziconi.
Pereira Pinto tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pizziconi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pizziconi in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Pereira Pinto is trying to escape the position but Pizziconi is controlling the position.
Pereira Pinto is pushing Pizziconi's head away, looking to escape. Pizziconi manages to hold on to the position though.
Pizziconi in side control lands a decent elbow.
Pizziconi taking a breather here. #T2#
Pereira Pinto is trying to improve his position.
Pereira Pinto on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Pizziconi working away.
Pereira Pinto is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Pizziconi is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Pereira Pinto knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Pereira Pinto taking punishment in the form of punches.
Pereira Pinto is looking to regain half guard here but Pizziconi keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Pereira Pinto prevents Pizziconi from moving into mount.
Pizziconi working the ground and pound.
The strikes coming from Pizziconi are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Pereira Pinto tries to buck Pizziconi off but Pizziconi is having none of it.
Pizziconi throws a strike aimed at the side of Pereira Pinto's head but Pereira Pinto avoids it well.
Pizziconi is putting a hurting on Pereira Pinto here, landing some big shots from side control.
Pizziconi lands a decent elbow from side control.
Pizziconi grinds an elbow into Pereira Pinto's temple.
Pizziconi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Pereira Pinto's legs.
Pizziconi is putting a hurting on Pereira Pinto here, landing some big shots from side control.
Pereira Pinto wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Pizziconi landing a few strikes. #T4#
Pereira Pinto can't do much from the bottom here.
Pizziconi taking a breather here.
Pereira Pinto is looking for a sweep.
Pizziconi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pereira Pinto is trying to control Pizziconi's posture but Pizziconi avoids it.
Pizziconi is putting a hurting on Pereira Pinto here, landing some big shots from side control.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pizziconi working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Pizziconi lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Pereira Pinto is trying to control Pizziconi's posture but Pizziconi avoids it.
Pereira Pinto is looking to regain half guard here but Pizziconi keeps moving and retains side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Pereira Pinto swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Pizziconi decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Pereira Pinto's guard.
Pizziconi's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Osmany Pizziconi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Pereira Pinto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pereira Pinto has momentary wrist control but Pizziconi slips an elbow through the middle.
Pereira Pinto keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira Pinto pulls Pizziconi in close to prevent any damage.
Pizziconi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Pereira Pinto keeps moving. #T1#
Pereira Pinto not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Pereira Pinto looks to throw the jab but Pizziconi is out of range.
A slow jab from Pereira Pinto misses its intended target.
Pereira Pinto lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Pereira Pinto misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Pizziconi counters with a takedown into side control.
Pereira Pinto is trying to control Pizziconi's posture but Pizziconi avoids it.
Pereira Pinto is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Pizziconi has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pereira Pinto keeps working. #T2##SUB2#
Pizziconi tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pizziconi landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Pizziconi working the body and head with strikes.
Pereira Pinto trying to control but Pizziconi flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pereira Pinto is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Pereira Pinto trying to control the hands but Pizziconi won't let him.
Well, with Pizziconi on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Pereira Pinto is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Pizziconi lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Osmany Pizziconi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Pizziconi throwing damaging strikes from the back! Pereira Pinto could be in trouble here!
Pizziconi is hanging on to Pereira Pinto's back as he tries to escape.
Pizziconi is not going to allow Pereira Pinto to sit and survive in this position.
Good control from Pizziconi.
Pereira Pinto manages to reverse the position and now he's in Pizziconi's guard. Nice work there by Pereira Pinto.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pizziconi holds on and takes a little breather.
Pizziconi wants to sweep here but Pereira Pinto controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Pereira Pinto has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Pizziconi managing to control the position.
Pizziconi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi has Pereira Pinto pulled in close to control his posture.
Pereira Pinto trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Pizziconi manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#

And that's the end of the fight!
Osmany Pizziconi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pizziconi 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: BKFC - 170 Bracket
Date: Jun 26, 2021

#R1#
Buceba tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pizziconi swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Buceba throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi postures up.
Buceba is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Pizziconi thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Pizziconi forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Pizziconi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Buceba is just riding it out for now. Pizziconi eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but Buceba is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pizziconi to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Buceba is defending against the submission attempts here by Pizziconi. #T1#
Pizziconi perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but Buceba is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pizziconi to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Buceba looking for submissions off his back.
Pizziconi works his foot free and advances to mount.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Buceba can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Pizziconi is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Buceba to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Buceba shrugs it off.
Buceba is wriggling around trying to escape.
Pizziconi looking to control but Buceba is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Pizziconi controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
Pizziconi is landing with some decent strikes but Buceba is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Pizziconi looking to finish Buceba with some ground and pound. This is bad for Buceba!
Buceba throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Pizziconi wants to control the pace but Buceba is squirming around nicely.
Pizziconi lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Buceba hang on?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pizziconi controlling the pace for now.
Buceba tries to lock up and control but Pizziconi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Pizziconi controlling the pace for now.
Buceba flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Buceba tries to hold on but Pizziconi postures up.#T3#
Buceba working to try and regain half guard. #SUB#
Pizziconi looking to secure an arm triangle but Buceba defends it well. #SUB#
Pizziconi working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Buceba looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Pizziconi! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Osmany Pizziconi!
After the fight, Osmany Pizziconi was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

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