Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: C299: Lehto vs Matti III
Date: Apr 28, 2024

#R1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Highwind.
We've been informed that Highwind has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Highwind fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Skurwysynowski misses with a hook.
Highwind now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Highwind moves out of range as Skurwysynowski throws a body kick.
Skurwysynowski steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Highwind. That one must have hurt.
Skurwysynowski throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Highwind counter with a right hand.
Highwind keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Highwind was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Highwind misses with a looping right.
It looked like Skurwysynowski was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Highwind.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Highwind jabs at Skurwysynowski's body.
Highwind is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Skurwysynowski.
Skurwysynowski throwing a counter right hand but Highwind manages to avoid it.
Highwind scores with a shot to the body. #T1#
Highwind swings for the body but Skurwysynowski moves out of range.
Highwind tries to move into range but Skurwysynowski moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vadius Highwind seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Highwind connects with a single shot there.
Skurwysynowski connects with a single shot there.
No joy there for Highwind, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nice defenses there by Highwind.
Highwind looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Highwind throws a hook but Skurwysynowski blocks it.
Skurwysynowski throws a right hand that misses
enabling Highwind to counter with a crisp jab.
Skurwysynowski misses with an uppercut
and Skurwysynowski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Skurwysynowski throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Highwind counters with a straight right hand.
Skurwysynowski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Highwind punishes Skurwysynowski's body with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Skurwysynowski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Highwind is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Skurwysynowski with a body shot.
Highwind is looking to slow Skurwysynowski down with leg kicks.
Skurwysynowski misses with a body kick.
Skurwysynowski throws a hook but Highwind blocks it.
Skurwysynowski takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Skurwysynowski swings away with a body shot that misses
and Highwind counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Highwind tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Highwind scores with a nice body kick.
Highwind moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A big right from Highwind misses.
Skurwysynowski swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A punch combination from Highwind misses.
Skurwysynowski blocks a jab.
Highwind pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Highwind takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Highwind throws a looping overhand right but Skurwysynowski ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Highwind connects with a body shot that sends Skurwysynowski's belly button to the back.
Highwind swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Highwind tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Skurwysynowski was well out of range. Poor timing from Highwind.
Highwind throws a hook to the side of Skurwysynowski's head but Skurwysynowski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Skurwysynowski misses the target.
Skurwysynowski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Highwind throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Skurwysynowski. #CL2#
Highwind gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Skurwysynowski scores with a nice hook to the head.
Skurwysynowski landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Highwind looks winded!
Skurwysynowski is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Skurwysynowski stalling against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vadius Highwind 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#
Highwind misses with an uppercut #KD#
and Skurwysynowski counters with a nice right hand that sends Highwind toppling to the canvas! Highwind scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Skurwysynowski finish him?!#CUT#It looks like Vadius Highwind has been cut.
Highwind thows a leg kick but Skurwysynowski checks it
and Skurwysynowski counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vladimir Skurwysynowski!
Vladimir Skurwysynowski seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: C295: Queiroz vs Nakagawa II
Date: Apr 14, 2024

#R1#
Blikstein misses the shot to the body.
Highwind seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Blikstein feints a jab promting Highwind to slip. Blikstein then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Highwind slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Highwind misses with a double jab.
Blikstein throws a body punch but Highwind moves out of range.
Blikstein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Highwind.
Highwind with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Blikstein to score with a decent uppercut.
Highwind throws a body punch but Blikstein moves out of range.
Highwind lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Highwind on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Highwind looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Decent striking displayed by Blikstein there.
Blikstein connects with an inside leg kick.
Blikstein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Highwind moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Highwind escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Highwind sizes up Blikstein with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Blikstein throws a poor cross that misses
and Highwind counters with a three punch combo that has Blikstein backing up. Blikstein nods at Highwind to acknowledge the strikes.
Blikstein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Highwind moves away.
Paulo Blikstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1##CL#
Highwind has Blikstein up against the cage in a clinch. #TD2#
Blikstein has picked Highwind up - he's going for a ride! Blikstein dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Highwind avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Blikstein.
Highwind keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Blikstein thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Highwind's head.
Blikstein misses with a head shot. Highwind uses the momentum to regain guard.
Blikstein throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Highwind works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Blikstein stands up over Highwind, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Blikstein loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Blikstein throws a big elbow that misses.
Blikstein throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Highwind works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Highwind utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Blikstein has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Highwind preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Blikstein postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Highwind preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Blikstein throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Blikstein with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Blikstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Highwind is just out of range.
Blikstein just misses with a punch to the body.
Highwind looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Highwind on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Blikstein thuds a left hand into Highwind's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Highwind tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Blikstein closes the distance and clinches.
Highwind prevents a body shot from Blikstein. #T3#
Highwind lands a nice shot to the body.
Blikstein wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Highwind has him pressed against the cage.
Highwind scores with a hook to the body.
Blikstein doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Highwind breaks from the clinch.
Highwind keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Blikstein looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #TD2#
Blikstein closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Highwind quickly recovers to half guard.
Highwind blocking the ground and pound attempt from Blikstein.
Blikstein missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blikstein is trying to control. Highwind wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Highwind tries to kick Blikstein off but Blikstein keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Blikstein thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Highwind taking some punishment here, with Blikstein in his half guard.
Highwind blocking the ground and pound attempt from Blikstein. #T4#
Blikstein is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Blikstein throwing shots but Highwind is blocking nicely.
Highwind keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Blikstein working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Highwind's thigh. Highwind counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Highwind is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Blikstein throws a big elbow that misses.
Highwind preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Highwind trying to keep a closed guard but Blikstein is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Blikstein showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Highwind.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Paulo Blikstein dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Nice shot by Blikstein.
Highwind attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Blikstein has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Blikstein throws a right hand that Highwind ducks under and follows up with a left that Highwind also avoids with ease.
A decent looking cross lands there for Blikstein.
Blikstein throws a right hand that misses
and Highwind counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Paulo Blikstein seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice uppercut there from Highwind.
Highwind is looking to clinch.
Blikstein scores with a shot to the body.
Highwind looks to land a body kick but Blikstein moved away.
Blikstein is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Highwind with a body shot.
Blikstein swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Blikstein misses with a jab to the body #KD#
and Highwind counters with a crisp one two that drops Blikstein! Highwind thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Blikstein to his feet! Blikstein is in big trouble!#ROC#Blikstein is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Highwind cracks Blikstein with a left hook right on the temple and Blikstein goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Highwind lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Blikstein is OK!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vadius Highwind!
In his post fight interview, Vadius Highwind started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: C286: Gunnarsson vs Martin II
Date: Mar 10, 2024

#R1#
Highwind is looking to clinch.
Musa Vitalik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vitalik scores with a jab to the jaw.
Highwind throws a series of punches but Vitalik moves out of range.
Vitalik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Vitalik goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The fight stays on the outside here - Highwind looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Highwind takes one to the chin there.
Highwind swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Highwind fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Vitalik is out of range. #TD#
Vitalik 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Highwind looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Vitalik accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Vitalik looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Vitalik throws a big right hand that misses.
Vitalik 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.
Highwind is trying to control the position but Vitalik postures up.
Vitalik throwing strikes from guard but Highwind blocks nicely.
Vitalik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vitalik is working hard here to advance position.
Highwind is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Vitalik is controlling him.
Highwind keeping full guard, as Vitalik tries to pass.
Vitalik postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Highwind is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Highwind keeping moving, preventing Vitalik from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Highwind looks to score with a jab to the body but Vitalik is just out of range.
Vitalik lands a right hook to the body.
Vitalik lands a nice shot to the body.
Highwind throws a big shot that misses.
Vitalik misses with a body shot
and Highwind counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vitalik. Highwind does a little dance to reset his feet.
Highwind appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Vitalik looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Highwind is trying to maintain the position but Vitalik is very close to passing his half guard.
Vitalik not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Vitalik wants to take a breather but Highwind is having none of it.
Highwind is trying is best to control the position here.
Vitalik throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Highwind really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vitalik. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Vitalik scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Vitalik thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Vitalik trying to control from Highwind's half guard. Highwind has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Vitalik wants to control from the top but Highwind keeps moving.
Vitalik wants to pass the guard but Highwind is keeping the position.
Vitalik scoring with some ground and pound.
Vitalik with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Vitalik advances position into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vitalik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Highwind keeps working.
Vitalik working the ground and pound.
Vitalik trying to control the position but Highwind is working away.
Highwind is trying to control Vitalik's posture but Vitalik avoids it.
Vitalik advances to mount.
Vitalik is landing with some decent strikes but Highwind is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Vitalik cracks Highwind with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Musa Vitalik!

Event: C280: Marley vs Olsen II
Date: Feb 18, 2024

#R1#
Nice body punch from Potku.
Kurki Potku seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Potku keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Highwind uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Potku.
Potku changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Highwind tries to avoid it but Potku manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Highwind to the ground. Highwind escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Highwind looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Highwind throws a body punch but Potku moves out of range.
A left lands for Potku.
Highwind slips a straight right by Potku.
Potku throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Potku fails with the takedown
enabling Highwind to counter with a crisp jab.
Potku lands a right hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Potku darts in trying to clinch
and Highwind counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Highwind thumps Potku with a low kick.
Potku lands a nice shot that snaps Highwind's head back. #T1#
Potku thows a left - swing and a miss!
Potku misses with a right hand
and Highwind counters with a nice body shot.
Potku throws a low kick, looking for Highwind's leg but Highwind calmly moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Highwind. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Highwind.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Potku.
Highwind is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Potku with a body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kurki Potku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Potku checks a leg kick.
Potku swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Highwind keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Highwind gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Potku to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Highwind keeping full guard, as Potku tries to pass.
Highwind really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Potku. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Potku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Highwind keeping moving, preventing Potku from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Highwind keeping full guard, as Potku tries to pass. #SUB#
Potku is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Highwind keeping moving, preventing Potku from controlling successfully. #T3#
Highwind looking to control.
Potku stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Highwind swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Potku won't allow Highwind to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Highwind swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Potku counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Potku is working for a kimura but Highwind is defending it quite comfortably.
Potku passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4##SUB#
Potku is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Highwind to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Highwind shrugs it off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Highwind stops Potku from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB#
Potku is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Highwind can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB#
Potku working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Highwind wants to control but Potku is having none of it.#SUB#
Potku goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Highwind is on top in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kurki Potku dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Highwind throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Potku was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Highwind checks a leg kick.
Potku comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Potku uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Highwind.
Highwind ducks under a wild hook from Potku.
Potku moves out of range of the strikes.
Highwind throws a right and a left that Potku avoids nicely.
Potku throws an overhand right that lands on Highwind's shoulder, as Highwind tries to avoid the shot.
Highwind throws a chopping leg kick but Potku manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Highwind tries to score with a low kick but Potku moves his leg out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Potku drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Potku thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Potku working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Potku passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Highwind!
Potku can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Highwind is looking to escape.
Potku is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Highwind can do to turn this around?
Highwind tries to lock up and control but Potku gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Potku jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Highwind is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Highwind and Potku has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Highwind is not content to let Potku control the position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Potku is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Highwind is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Potku trying to control the position but Highwind is working away. #SUB#
Potku is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Highwind is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Potku tries for a kimura but Highwind is defending well.
Highwind is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Potku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Highwind keeps working.
Highwind tries to bench press Potku off him but Potku keeps the position. #SUB#
Potku tries for a kimura but Highwind is defending well.
Kurki Potku overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Potku is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Highwind has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Potku looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Highwind is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Potku off and has taken his back!
Will Highwind go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Highwind is not going to allow Potku to sit and survive in this position.
Potku is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Potku looking very determined here, making life difficult for Highwind.
Potku can't escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Highwind trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Potku doesn't escape.
Potku tries to escape the position.
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 Kurki Potku will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Highwind finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Potku connects with an inside leg kick.
Potku tries to score a power double leg takedown but Highwind sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Potku somewhat.
Potku misses with a straight right.
Highwind looks to score with a jab to the body but Potku is just out of range.
A jab from Highwind finds it's way through Potku's defenses.
Potku shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Potku uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Highwind.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Potku lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#TD#
Potku closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Highwind is trying to control Potku's posture but Potku avoids it.
Potku tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T1##SUB#
Potku thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Potku wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Highwind, who protects the arm well.
Vadius Highwind has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Highwind struggling a bit here.
Highwind sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Potku is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Highwind is just riding it out for now. Potku eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Potku 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. #SUB#
Potku is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Highwind trying to control but Potku postures up. #T3##SUB#
Potku is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Highwind defends it well.
Highwind trying to control here.
Potku is keen to just control but Highwind is a slippery customer.
Potku frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Highwind is trying to escape the mount. #SUB#
Potku jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Highwind manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T4##SUB#
Potku working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Potku tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Potku has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Potku goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Highwind rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Potku's guard! Nice work there by Highwind!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Highwind accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

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 Kurki Potku.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Potku, 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:28
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kurki Potku!
Kurki Potku opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

Event: OFK 370 - Escalante Vs Maki
Date: Jan 21, 2024

#R1#
Boytsov throws out a powerful jab.
Highwind takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Boytsov misses with a body shot
and Highwind counters with an outside leg kick.
Boytsov misses with an uppercut
and Highwind makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Boytsov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Highwind punishes Boytsov's body with a nice straight punch.
Highwind lands with a right hand.
Boytsov swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Highwind to counter with a crisp jab.
Boytsov tries to clinch up.
Boytsov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot to the body from Boytsov misses
and Highwind counters with an inside leg kick.
Boytsov scores with a body shot.
Boytsov throws a right hand that misses #KD#
and Highwind counters with a crisp right hand that drops Boytsov! Highwind lets Boytsov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Boytsov is rocked!
Highwind throws a hook to the side of Boytsov's head but Boytsov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dmitry Boytsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Highwind ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Highwind lands a jab to Boytsov's midsection.
Boytsov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Highwind throws a quick inside leg kick.
Boytsov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Highwind avoids it really well and circles away.
Boytsov looks winded!
Boytsov throws a jab but it's blocked by Highwind.
As Boytsov backs away, Highwind returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Boytsov shoots and misses #KD#
and Highwind counters with a nice right hand that sends Boytsov toppling to the canvas! Boytsov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Highwind finish him?!
Boytsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Highwind finish him?#CUT#It looks like Dmitry Boytsov has been cut.
Vadius Highwind has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dmitry Boytsov.
Boytsov misses with an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice takedown defense from Highwind. No joy for Boytsov on that attempt.
Boytsov tries for a takedown but Highwind circles away easily
and Highwind counters with a right, left combo that wobbles Boytsov badly! Highwind follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks Boytsov out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Highwind finished him against the cage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Vadius Highwind!
Vadius Highwind 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.
In defeat, Dmitry Boytsov stepped up to the mic, saying 'fast '.

Event: OFK 364 - Bol Vs Gunner
Date: Dec 31, 2023

#R1#
Donk. Dudeson catches Highwind right on the button with a cross.
Highwind slips under a jab from Dudeson.
Dude Dudeson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Highwind looks to throw the jab but Dudeson is out of range.
Highwind looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Highwind throws a hook but Dudeson avoids it easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Highwind.
Dudeson throws a head kick that misses.
Nice jab there from Dudeson.
Dudeson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dudeson with a poor takedown
and Highwind counters with a stiff right hand.
Highwind lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dudeson backs up against the cage.
Highwind scores with a punch to the head.#ROC#Dudeson is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Highwind uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dudeson.
Dudeson is still on wobbly legs! Can Highwind finish him?
Dudeson tries to land a front kick but Highwind steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Dudeson has his takedown stuffed
and Highwind counters with a huge right that knocks Dudeson out cold! Highwind is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vadius Highwind!
In his post fight interview, Vadius Highwind started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
In defeat, Dude Dudeson stepped up to the mic, saying 'What can I say, im still the king between the sheets. Ladies hit me up 904-The-Dude!!!'.

Event: OFK 358 - Johnson Vs Highwind
Date: Dec 10, 2023

#R1#
A big right from Highwind misses.
Johnson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Johnson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Highwind.
Johnson scores with a nice body kick.
Highwind scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Highwind uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Johnson.
Johnson throws a hook but Highwind avoids it easily.
Johnson looks to throw the jab but Highwind is out of range.
Johnson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Highwind avoids the body shot from Johnson.
Highwind tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Highwind.
An inside leg kick lands from Highwind.
Johnson misses with a right hand
and Highwind makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Highwind throws a combination that misses
and Johnson counters with a two punch combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johnson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Highwind under the eye.#T1#
Johnson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Highwind's sensitive parts.
Johnson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Haruki Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Highwind misses.
A slow jab from Johnson misses its intended target.
Highwind throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
Highwind comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Johnson with a jab.
Johnson circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Highwind to the canvas! Highwind doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Johnson keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Haruki Johnson!
During a confident post fight interview, Haruki Johnson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: OFK 350 - Escalante Vs Cruz
Date: Nov 12, 2023

#R1#
A slow jab from Highwind misses its intended target.
Quigley lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Quigley misses the shot to the body.
Highwind misses with a few strikes there.
Good shot there by Highwind.
Quigley throws an overhand right that lands on Highwind's shoulder, as Highwind tries to avoid the shot.
Quigley swings widly with a right hand
and Highwind cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#KD2#
Quigley cracks Highwind with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Highwind looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Quigley finish him? #CUT2#It looks like Vadius Highwind has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Quigley misses with an uppercut.
Highwind looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Quigley cracks Highwind with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Highwind falls to his knees and Quigley doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matthew Quigley!
Our winner, Matthew Quigley, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: OFK 343 - Marek Vs Knox
Date: Oct 21, 2023

#R1#
Highwind comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dudeson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Highwind.
Dudeson just misses with a punch to the body.
Highwind has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dudeson.
Dudeson looks for a takedown but Highwind sprawls well.
Dudeson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Highwind but Highwind pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Highwind looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dudeson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dudeson throws a sloppy head kick
and Highwind counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Highwind throws a nice looking combination but Dudeson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dudeson throws a right hand that misses
and Highwind counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Dudeson misses with a lunging right hand
and Highwind cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dudeson checks a leg kick.
Highwind misses the shot to the body.
Dudeson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Highwind manages to avoid it.
Highwind tried to counter with a leg kick but Dudeson avoided it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
It's a brutal combination of punches from Highwind! Dudeson is backing up but he can't get away as Highwind lands with one final shot to the jaw that drops Dudeson and ends the fight. Great knockout.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Vadius Highwind!
Vadius Highwind spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Dude Dudeson had this to say: 'What can I say, im still the king between the sheets. Ladies hit me up 904-The-Dude!!!'.

Event: OFK 338 - Bol vs Highwind
Date: Oct 01, 2023

#R1#
Bol fails to land with a series of punches.
Highwind smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Highwind displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bol throws out the jab.
Highwind uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bol.
It seemed like Highwind was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Highwind darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT2#It looks like Yar Bol has been cut.
Bol's jab looks to have found its range, popping Highwind under the eye.
We've been informed that Highwind has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Bol throws a leg kick
and Highwind counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bol uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Highwind.
Bol throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from Bol. Those never looked like landing.
Highwind throws a right and a left that Bol avoids nicely.
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!
Bol throws out a powerful jab.
Yar Bol seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice leg kick lands there from Highwind.
Bol looks to land a left hand but Highwind moved out of range nicely.
Bol misses with an uppercut. Highwind saw that one coming.#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Bol.
A big left from Highwind misses.
Bol swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Highwind takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bol digs a good body shot into Highwind's ribs.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bol.
Bol dips to his left and cracks Highwind with an uppercut!#ROC#Highwind is rocked!
Bol throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Highwind is still on wobbly legs! Can Bol finish him?
Highwind looks winded!
Highwind leaves his chin hanging out and Bol seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Highwind crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Yar Bol!
Yar Bol retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: OFK 332 - Jankovic Vs Marek
Date: Sep 10, 2023

#R1#
Highwind looks to land a combination but Mataitai avoids it well.
Mataitai uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Highwind lands a body shot.
Mataitai misses with a straight right.
Mataitai bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Highwind scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CUT2#It looks like Willy Mataitai has been cut.
Mataitai tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#KD2#
Highwind lands a big right hand that sends Mataitai crashing to the mat! Highwind stays standing though and waves Mataitai back to his feet!#ROC2#Mataitai is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Highwind misses with a looping right.
Highwind lands a right hook to the body.
Mataitai tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mataitai scores with a shot to the body.
Mataitai has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Mataitai tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Highwind paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mataitai throws a body shot but no joy.
Mataitai backing away here, and Highwind unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mataitai misses with a hook.
A big right from Mataitai misses. #T1#
Highwind throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Mataitai colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Highwind as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Mataitai is left battered and dazed whilst Highwind and his camp cheer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vadius Highwind!
A less than humble Vadius Highwind misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Willy Mataitai was interviewed post fight and said 'Back to the gym.'.

Event: OFK 326 - Garrincha Vs Biden
Date: Aug 20, 2023

#R1##KD2#
Highwind cracks Gomez with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Highwind has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Gomez to stand back up!#CUT2#It looks like Carlos Gomez has been cut.
Sloppy strikes from Gomez. Those never looked like landing.
A left lands for Gomez.
Gomez throws a body punch but Highwind moves out of range.
Gomez tries for a takedown but Highwind sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
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!
Highwind cracks Gomez with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Gomez falls to his knees and Highwind doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vadius Highwind!

Event: OFK 319 - Escalante Vs Gomez
Date: Jul 29, 2023

#R1#
Highwind misses with a few strikes there.
Despite the aggression on King's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Highwind takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Highwind misses with a few strikes there.
King misses with a lunging right hand
and Highwind counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Highwind slips under a jab from King.
Highwind jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Highwind throws a right and a left that King avoids nicely.
King thows a left - swing and a miss!
Highwind throws a jab when King was well out of range.
King throws a jab but it's blocked by Highwind.
Nice uppercut lands for Highwind. That snapped King's head back.
Highwind throws a combination but it was largely blocked by King.
Jab from Highwind.
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!
Highwind ducks under a wild hook from King.
Highwind waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract King.
Highwind fails to land with a series of punches.
Highwind throws a right hand that misses
and Highwind takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Highwind uses good head movement to avoid the hook from King.#T1#
Jab, jab by Highwind - just one landing.
Highwind dodges the punch combination from King.
Highwind is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Highwind throws a hook but King avoids it easily.
King throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Highwind cracks King with an open hand slap.
Highwind throws a jab but it's blocked by King.
King slips under a jab from Highwind.
King lands a really nice looking cross but Highwind seems unphased.
King swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
King misses with a looping right.
Sloppy strikes from Highwind. Those never looked like landing.
King cracks Highwind with an open hand slap.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
King jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
King ducks under a wild hook from Highwind.
Highwind dips to his left and cracks King with an uppercut!
King fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
King lands with a cross.
King throws a series of punches but Highwind avoids them all with ease.
King walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Highwind slips under a jab.
Highwind scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#ROC#King is rocked!
Highwind is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
King swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Highwind drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks King right on the button. King goes down! Highwind follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Highwind gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vadius Highwind!

Event: OFK 311 - Kelly Vs Gomez
Date: Jul 01, 2023

#R1#
Highwind swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tiramanti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Highwind.
No joy there for Highwind, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Highwind takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tiramanti cracks Highwind with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Highwind listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Highwind throws a right hand that Tiramanti ducks under and follows up with a left that Tiramanti also avoids with ease.
Tiramanti scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tiramanti has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Highwind throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tiramanti.
Tiramanti connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tiramanti cracks Highwind with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tiramanti staying out of range there.
Tiramanti listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Highwind misses the jab.
Highwind ducks under a wild hook from Tiramanti.
Highwind with a hook.#T1#
Tiramanti misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Highwind.
Donk. Tiramanti catches Highwind right on the button with a cross.
Highwind walks into a left hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tiramanti.
Highwind misses with a straight right.
Tiramanti moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tiramanti connects with a body shot.
Tiramanti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Highwind.
A little feinted left hand from Highwind on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A solid body kick from Tiramanti.
Highwind looks to land a left hand but Tiramanti moved out of range nicely.
A big left from Highwind misses.
Highwind has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tiramanti.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Highwind misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tiramanti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tiramanti looks to land a body kick but Highwind moved away.#T2#
Highwind throws a shot from downtown. Tiramanti moves away and avoids it.
Highwind scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Highwind fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Highwind misses with a double jab
and Tiramanti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tiramanti keeps Highwind at a distance using the push kick.
Tiramanti is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Highwind had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Highwind misses with a wild combination.
Tiramanti misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Highwind on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tiramanti rushes Highwind with punches - Highwind moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Highwind goes down! Tiramanti follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cesare Tiramanti!
Cesare Tiramanti was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: OFK 303 - Robson Vs Do Urden
Date: Jun 03, 2023

#R1#
Gunner uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Highwind.
Highwind lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Gunner backs up against the cage. #CUT2#It looks like Jet Gunner has been cut.
Gunner lands with a kick to the temple. Highwind shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Gunner throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Highwind takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gunner tries to close the distance and clinch up but Highwind swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A head kick from Gunner lands but Highwind takes it in his stride.
Highwind throws out a loose jab but Gunner uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gunner jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jet Gunner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No joy there for Highwind, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gunner wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A punch lands to the side of Highwind 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Highwind jabs Gunner right on the nose. Gunner blinks but takes it well.
Gunner lands with a good body shot.
Highwind works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've been informed that Highwind has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Gunner bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#KD2#
Highwind lands a left and a right that send Gunner crashing to the mat, dazed. Highwind thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Gunner is rocked!
Highwind ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Gunner's jaw. Gunner's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Highwind does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vadius Highwind!

Event: OFK 298 - Howard Vs Kelly
Date: May 14, 2023

#R1#
Highwind uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tokugawa.
Tokugawa showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Highwind.
Highwind throws the left hand but Tokugawa avoids the punch easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Highwind misses the target.
Highwind uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tokugawa has time to react.#CUT2#It looks like Minato Tokugawa has been cut.
Highwind throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Highwind scores with a nice head shot.
Tokugawa slips a jab and a cross from Highwind.
Highwind dodges the punch combination from Tokugawa.
Highwind misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The fighters circling - Highwind throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Highwind misses with a lunging right hand
and Tokugawa counters with a one-two to the body. #T1#
Highwind throws a combination that misses
and Tokugawa counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tokugawa misses with a straight right.
Highwind lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tokugawa circles away quickly and effectively.
We've been informed that Highwind has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Highwind swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tokugawa counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Minato Tokugawa!
During a confident post fight interview, Minato Tokugawa thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: OFK 290 - Gazersky Vs Radar
Date: Apr 16, 2023

#R1#
Emperor throws a jab when Highwind was well out of range.
Highwind uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Emperor.
Highwind staying out of range there.
Emperor scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Vadius Highwind has been cut.
Highwind lands a jab to the head. #CUT#It looks like Fedor Emperor has been cut.
Highwind misses with a double jab.
Nice defenses there by Highwind.
Highwind tries to bum rush Emperor with a series of wild strikes but Emperor uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Emperor let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Emperor staying out of range there.
Emperor uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Highwind.
Highwind throws a hook to the side of Emperor's head but Emperor sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Emperor looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Emperor misses with a body shot.
Highwind was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Highwind getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Highwind moves away from the strike by Emperor.
Highwind swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Emperor throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Highwind misses with an uppercut. Emperor saw that one coming.
Highwind misses with a few strikes there. #T1#
Emperor keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Highwind.
Highwind avoids the body shot from Emperor.
Emperor on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Emperor falls off balance throwing a combination
and Highwind counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Emperor is rocked!
Vadius Highwind seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Emperor switches off momentarily and Highwind cracks him with a monster right hand! Emperor topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Highwind dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Highwind!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vadius Highwind!

Event: Nfld live 17
Date: Dec 03, 2022

#R1#
Highwind swings widly with a right hand
and Cotilla makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Vadius Highwind seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Highwind throws a hook but Cotilla blocks it.
Cotilla throws a quick counter kick to the body but Highwind avoids it.
Highwind swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cotilla takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT2#It looks like Alexander Cotilla has been cut.
Highwind fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Cotilla wants to clinch up but Highwind keeps it at a distance.
Highwind misses with a left hand
and Cotilla counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Highwind misses with a hook.
Cotilla appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Highwind throws a lazy uppercut
and Highwind takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Highwind misses with a double jab
and Cotilla counters with a three punch combo that has Highwind backing up. Highwind nods at Cotilla to acknowledge the strikes.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Cotilla.
Highwind throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Cotilla to counter with a crisp jab.
We've been informed that Highwind has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#CL#
Cotilla gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Cotilla escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Highwind misses with a combination
and Cotilla counters with a slapping leg kick.
Cotilla throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cotilla moves out of range as Highwind strikes.#T2#
Highwind looks to land a combination but Cotilla avoids it well.
It looked like Cotilla was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Highwind.
Highwind misses with a right hand
and Cotilla connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cotilla lands a jab to the nose.
Highwind throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Cotilla.
Whack! Cotilla lands a heavy head kick that drops Highwind. The ref tackles Cotilla to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Highwind was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Alexander Cotilla!
During a confident post fight interview, Alexander Cotilla thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Nfld live 15
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
Payton ducks under a wild hook from Highwind.
Payton throws a series of punches but Highwind moves out of range.
Payton takes a swing at Highwind's ribcage but misses.
Highwind moves forwards but Payton connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Payton lands with an uppercut that bounces Highwind off the cage and back into range.
Nice jab there from Payton.
Payton slips a jab and a cross from Highwind.
Payton misses with a hook
and Highwind connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Walter Payton has been cut.
Highwind lands a jab.
Highwind throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Payton counters with a stiff right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Highwind blocks a jab.
Payton throws a big shot that misses.
Payton misses with a left hand
and Highwind counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've been informed that Highwind has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Payton throws a jab when Highwind was well out of range.
Highwind swings widly with a right hand
and Payton connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Vadius Highwind has been cut.#T1#
Payton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Highwind throws a hook but Payton avoids it easily.
Highwind lands a glancing blow to the side of Payton's head.
Highwind misses with a left hand
and Payton counters with a huge left! Highwind is in big trouble! He's backing up but Payton isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Highwind from any more damage. A dominating finish by Payton!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Walter Payton!
A very excited looking Walter Payton 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: Nfld live 13
Date: Oct 22, 2022

#R1#
Rusev fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Rusev fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Highwind sprawls well initially but Rusev persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Rusev working over Highwind with some ground and pound. Highwind looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Highwind is looking to improve his position.
Highwind is still trying to improve position.
Rusev missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Rusev throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rusev drops an elbow to the side of Highwind's head.
Highwind is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Rusev is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Highwind has managed to free his arm - good work.
Highwind is trying to control but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Rusev lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Highwind blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rusev. #SUB#
Rusev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Highwind sees it coming and defends easily.
Highwind wants to get back to full guard.
Rusev trying to control the action but Highwind is working from the bottom.
Rusev 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.
Rusev prevents Highwind from improving his position.
Highwind has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rusev is working away from the top position though.
Highwind gets full guard.#T2#
Rusev wants to control from the top but Highwind keeps moving.
Highwind is trying to control the position but Rusev postures up.
Rusev throws a big elbow that misses.
Rusev passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Rusev tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The strikes coming from Rusev are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Rusev wants to control for a moment but Highwind uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rusev is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Highwind doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rusev. #SUB#
Rusev is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Highwind as he works his way to full guard. #T3#
Highwind looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Highwind trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Rusev throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Highwind works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Highwind trying to keep a closed guard but Rusev is proving a slippery customer.
Rusev wants to pass the guard but Highwind is keeping the position.
Highwind trying to control the position here.
Rusev scoring with some ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Highwind wants to get back to his feet but Rusev is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Rusev throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've been hearing that Rusev has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Rusev is stalling in the full guard.
Highwind trying to keep a closed guard but Rusev is proving a slippery customer.
Highwind avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rusev looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Highwind is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rusev dives in and grabs Highwind's left leg, looking for a takedown. Highwind pushes down on Rusev's head and hops out.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Rusev 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#
Highwind jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Highwind displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rusev.
Highwind lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Rusev looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Highwind is fending him off so far but Rusev persists. Nope, Highwind circles away and we're back to standing.
Rusev tries for a takedown but Highwind circles away easily
and Highwind counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Alexander Rusev has been cut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alexander Rusev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rusev shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Highwind defends it nicely.
Highwind swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rusev looks for a takedown but Highwind sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Highwind jabs Rusev right on the nose. Rusev blinks but takes it well.
Alexander Rusev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rusev throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Highwind's waist but Highwind gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rusev off to one side.
Rusev shoots in for a double leg but Highwind sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T1#
Highwind misses with a few strikes there.
No luck for Rusev with that takedown attempt.
Rusev with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2#
and Highwind counters with a nice right hand that sends Rusev toppling to the canvas! Rusev scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Highwind finish him?!#ROC2#Rusev is rocked!
Highwind lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Rusev up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs Highwind from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Rusev's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vadius Highwind!

Event: Nfld live 11
Date: Oct 01, 2022

#R1#
Highwind throws a right and a left that both miss.
Highwind looks to land a right hand but Oestergaard moved out of range.
Highwind avoids the body shot from Oestergaard.
Highwind went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A punch combination from Oestergaard misses.
Oestergaard throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Highwind appears to be looking for a big counter.
Highwind stuffs the takedown attempt from Oestergaard. Oestergaard gets slowly back to his feet.
Highwind seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Oestergaard fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Highwind scores with a sloppy right hand. Oestergaard should have avoided that one.
Oestergaard shoots in and drives through. Highwind sprawls well.
Vadius Highwind has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hermann Oestergaard.
Oestergaard tries to bum rush Highwind with a series of wild strikes but Highwind uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Oestergaard fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Highwind looks to land a combination but Oestergaard avoids it well.
Highwind 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.#KD#
Highwind lands a left and a right that send Oestergaard crashing to the mat, dazed. Highwind thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Highwind tries to bum rush Oestergaard with a series of wild strikes but Oestergaard uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Highwind connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#ROC#Oestergaard is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oestergaard walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Highwind! 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 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vadius Highwind!

Event: KOP DOPE
Date: Sep 02, 2022

#R1#
Highwind misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Serra counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Serra tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Highwind's elbow.
Serra tries to throw a body punch but Highwind avoids it by throwing Serra back against the cage.
A short right from Serra on the inside.
Serra lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Highwind backwards.
Serra being controlled against the cage.
Serra doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Serra misses with a hook from the clinch.
Serra tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Highwind's elbow.
Serra digs a right hand into Highwind's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Highwind's gas tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Highwind working aggressively here.
Serra misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Serra's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Highwind moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Serra misses the jab.
Serra throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Highwind steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Serra.
We've been informed that Serra has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Highwind swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Highwind moves forwards but Serra connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Serra staying out of range there.
Serra works the jab nicely.
Serra cracks Highwind with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Serra throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Highwind is looking to counter punch.
Highwind misses with the combination.
Serra swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Serra fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Highwind swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Serra tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
Highwind misses with a wild body shot.
Highwind ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Serra moves away.
Serra wants to clinch up but Highwind keeps it at a distance.
Serra scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Highwind uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Serra.
Serra throws the left hand but Highwind avoids the punch easily.
Highwind's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Serra connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Highwind scrambles back to his feet.
Highwind rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Serra moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Serra wants to clinch up but Highwind keeps it at a distance.
Highwind seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Serra lands with a cross.
Highwind misses with a double jab.
Highwind avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Highwind is looking for a counter combo.
Highwind throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Serra lands a jab.#T3#
Highwind scores with a jab to the jaw.
Serra wants to clinch.
Highwind slips under a jab.
Highwind throwing a counter right hand but Serra manages to avoid it.
Serra throws a right hand that misses
and Highwind counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Serra throws a body shot but no joy.
Highwind moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Highwind with a jab.
Highwind dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Highwind misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Nice straight punches there by Serra. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Serra.
Highwind fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Serra manages to avoid it.
Serra wants to counter the offense by Highwind and move into the clinch position.
Serra lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Serra throws a right and a left that Highwind avoids nicely.
Serra jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Serra throws an off balance right hand
and Highwind counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Serra lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Highwind scores with a shot to the body.
Highwind moves forwards but Serra connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Decent striking displayed by Highwind there.
Serra misses with a hook.
Highwind throws a nice looking combination but Serra bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Serra is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Serra misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jack Serra will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Highwind goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Highwind lands a two punch combo.
Serra misses with an uppercut. Highwind saw that one coming.
Highwind lands a nice looking body shot.
Serra rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Highwind counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Highwind misses with a few strikes there.
Highwind connects with a good right hand that stumbles Serra. Serra circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Highwind takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Highwind lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Serra circles away quickly and effectively.
Serra might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Highwind takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Highwind swings for the body but Serra moves out of range.
Jack Serra seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Serra misses with a looping right.
It looked like Highwind was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Highwind throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Serra to counter with a crisp jab.
Serra misses with a lunging right hand
and Highwind counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T1#
Serra throws a lazy uppercut
and Highwind counters with a one-two to the body.
Serra misses with a straight right.
Serra avoids the body shot from Highwind.
Serra throws a poor cross that misses
and Highwind connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice jab there from Highwind.
Serra throws a series of punches but Highwind avoids them all with ease.
Serra fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Serra dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Highwind drops his hands momentarily and Serra takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Serra lands with an overhand left.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Serra misses with a left hand
and Highwind counters with a nice body shot.
Highwind throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Serra. #T2#
Highwind steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Serra.
Serra keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vadius Highwind is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Serra takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Highwind stalks Serra and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Serra's face. Serra staggers backwards, shaken.
Serra moves into range and connects with a jab.
Serra lands a nice shot that snaps Highwind's head back.
Highwind throws a right hand that Serra ducks under and follows up with a left that Serra also avoids with ease.
Serra scores with a nice right hand.
Highwind tries to bum rush Serra with a series of wild strikes but Serra uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A punch lands to the side of Highwind 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Highwind misses with a looping left.
A punch combination from Highwind misses.
It seemed like Serra was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Highwind misses with a jab to the body
and Serra counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Highwind thinking.
Highwind looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Serra, as that shot connected.
Highwind ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Serra looks to land a right hand but Highwind moved out of range.
Highwind moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Highwind throws a nice looking combination but Serra bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Highwind looks to score with a jab to the body but Serra is just out of range.
Serra unleashes a big counter combination but Highwind bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Highwind lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Highwind lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Serra throws a shot from downtown. Highwind moves away and avoids it.
Serra loads up on a big right hand but Highwind slips the punch.
Serra looks to land a left hand but Highwind moved out of range nicely.
Highwind takes one to the chin there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Serra looks to land a combination but Highwind avoids it well. #T4#
A big left from Serra misses.
A big right from Serra misses.
Serra missing with a left hand there. Highwind was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Highwind is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Highwind throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Serra on the side of the head.
Highwind misses with a wild body shot.
A lazy left from Serra finds it's target.
Serra paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Serra throws a hook to the side of Highwind's head but Highwind sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Highwind is looking to counter punch.
Highwind tries to bum rush Serra with a series of wild strikes but Serra uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Highwind throws a body shot but no joy.
Highwind displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Serra throws out the jab.
Highwind walks into a stiff left hand from Serra.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vadius Highwind 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Highwind on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A punch combination from Highwind misses.
Highwind defending well as Serra loads up on a big left hand.
Serra throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Highwind dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Highwind.
Highwind throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Serra.
A swing and a miss from Serra.
Highwind appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Highwind misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danga de danga de dang - Highwind scores with a four punch combination!
Highwind loads up on a big right hand but Serra slips the punch.
Serra lands a glancing blow to the side of Highwind's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Highwind stalks Serra and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Serra's face. Serra staggers backwards, shaken.#T1#
Serra uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Highwind.
Serra lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Highwind takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Highwind ducks under a wild hook from Serra.
It looked like Highwind was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Serra takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Vadius Highwind is winning the standup battle so far.
Highwind throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Some wild striking there from Highwind.
Highwind displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Serra throws out the jab.
Highwind fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Serra looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Serra missing with a left hand there. Highwind was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Serra looks to move away, Highwind throws a big counter combo but Serra just gets out of the way.
Serra waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Highwind.
Highwind lands a jab to Serra's midsection.#T2#
Highwind throws a body shot but no joy.
Highwind is looking to wear down Serra with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Serra throws a hook but Highwind avoids it easily.
Serra fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Serra avoids the body shot from Highwind.
A slow jab from Serra misses its intended target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Highwind. Serra does a little dance to reset his feet.
Serra throws a jab but it's blocked by Highwind.
Highwind misses with a double jab.
Serra throws a hook but Highwind avoids it easily.
Highwind swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Serra connects with a body shot that sends Highwind's belly button to the back.
A jab from Serra misses.
Serra throws a shot from downtown. Highwind moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Serra throws a right hand that misses
and Highwind counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A shot to the body from Serra misses
and Highwind counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Nice cross by Serra.
Serra swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Serra throws a hook but Highwind blocks it.
Highwind is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Highwind works over Serra's head and body with a nice combination.
Highwind fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Serra manages to avoid it.
Serra connects with a good right hand that stumbles Highwind. Highwind circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Serra bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Highwind's head.
Serra looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Highwind swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Serra throws a jab but it's blocked by Highwind.
Highwind is looking to counter punch.
Highwind drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T4#
Serra swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Highwind appears to be looking for a big counter.
Serra wants to clinch but Highwind slips to the side
and Highwind counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Highwind misses with a series of wild punches.
Serra throws a poor cross that misses
and Serra takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Serra uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Highwind has time to react.
Serra takes a jab right on the kisser.
Highwind connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Highwind uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Serra has time to react.
Highwind fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Serra on the side of the head.
Highwind takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Highwind uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Serra.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Vadius Highwind!

Event: KOP JUNGLE
Date: Aug 19, 2022

#R1#
Good leg kick by Jukkis.
Jukkis plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Highwind steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Jukkis. That one must have hurt.
Highwind swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jukkis.
Jukkis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Highwind misses the target.
Highwind misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jukkis.
Highwind moves out of range of the body kick.
Highwind cracks a nice hook into Jukkis's ribs.
Jukkis ducks right into an uppercut from Highwind.
Jukkis blocks a jab.
Highwind throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jukkis ducks under a wild hook from Highwind.
Jukkis is looking to land body kicks.
Highwind lands with a shot to the body.
Jukkis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jukkis moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Highwind walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Jukkis drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Highwind swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Jukkis's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vadius Highwind!

Event: KOP EGOS
Date: Jul 22, 2022

#R1#
Highwind will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Highwind throws a body shot but no joy.
Highwind throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Highwind swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wheeler throws a jab when Highwind was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Highwind misses the target.
Highwind shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A jab from Highwind misses.
Wheeler throws out a counter right but Highwind avoids it with no problem.
Wheeler looks to land a right hand but Highwind moved out of range.
Highwind appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Wheeler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Highwind manages to avoid it.
Sloppy strikes from Wheeler. Those never looked like landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Highwind throws a series of punches but Wheeler moves out of range.
A nice side step and Wheeler releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Wheeler looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wheeler stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Highwind tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wheeler was well out of range. Poor timing from Highwind.
Wheeler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Highwind misses with a looping left.
A little jabbing left from Wheeler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Wheeler comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
Wheeler closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Wheeler looks to score with a jab to the body but Highwind is just out of range.
Wheeler lands a nice hook to Highwind's body. Highwind takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The fighters circling - Wheeler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Highwind misses with a two punch combination.
Highwind wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wheeler throws out a loose jab but Highwind uses good head movement to avoid it.
Highwind throws a hook to the side of Wheeler's head but Wheeler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Highwind. Wheeler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Highwind is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wheeler.
Wheeler takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Highwind connects with a good right hand that stumbles Wheeler. Wheeler circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A big left from Highwind misses.
A little jabbing left from Wheeler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Highwind throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wheeler throws out a counter right but Highwind avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Wheeler takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Highwind steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wheeler.
Highwind misses with a double jab
and Wheeler counters with a nice uppercut.
Wheeler avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wheeler takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wheeler tests Highwind's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Highwind pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Wheeler back to the cage. Highwind follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Highwind throws a jab but it's blocked by Wheeler.
A combination from Highwind does no damage.
Wheeler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Highwind. Wheeler does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like Wheeler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Highwind swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Wheeler counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Highwind throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wheeler throws a sloppy body shot
and Highwind counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sloppy strikes from Highwind. Those never looked like landing.
Highwind throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wheeler.
Highwind swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Highwind fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wheeler punishes Highwind's body with a nice straight punch.
Highwind uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wheeler.
It looked like Highwind wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Highwind uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wheeler.
Wheeler scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wheeler moves forwards but Highwind connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Highwind misses with a shot to the body
and Wheeler counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Wheeler misses.
Highwind ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Highwind takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Highwind swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Highwind misses with a lunging right hand
and Wheeler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Highwind is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wheeler.
Highwind keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Highwind throws a body punch but Wheeler moves out of range.
Highwind slips a straight right by Wheeler.
Wheeler just misses with a punch to the body.
Highwind takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Highwind throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wheeler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A shot to the liver by Highwind. Beautiful body shot.
Highwind fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wheeler throws out a counter right but Highwind avoids it with no problem.
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 Vadius Highwind will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Wheeler misses with a looping right.
Highwind with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wheeler scores with a jab to the body.
A lazy left from Wheeler finds it's target.
Wheeler darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wheeler thuds his right hand into Highwind's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wheeler looks to land a right hand but Highwind moved out of range.
Highwind takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wheeler takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wheeler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Highwind scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Highwind is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wheeler.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Highwind swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wheeler misses with the combination. #T1#
Wheeler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Highwind.
Wheeler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Highwind lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Highwind throws a body punch but Wheeler moves out of range.
Wheeler scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Highwind doesn't seem bothered though.
Highwind throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wheeler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Highwind looks to score with a jab to the body but Wheeler is just out of range.
Highwind swings for the body but Wheeler moves out of range.
Wheeler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Highwind.
Highwind misses the shot to the body.
Wheeler let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Wheeler takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wheeler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Highwind swings for the body but Wheeler moves out of range. #T2#
Highwind slips a jab from Wheeler.
Wheeler avoids the body shot from Highwind.
Highwind throws a body shot but no joy.
Wheeler uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Highwind has time to react.
Highwind throws a nice looking combination but Wheeler bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wheeler fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Highwind on the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Highwind throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wheeler.
Highwind throws a lazy right hand but Wheeler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wheeler misses with a jab, cross combination.
Highwind looks to score with a jab to the body but Wheeler is just out of range.
Highwind misses the shot to the body.
Highwind misses with a hook to the body
and Wheeler counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Wheeler digs a good hook to Highwind's body.
A shot to the body from Highwind misses
and Wheeler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Wheeler misses with a double jab.
Highwind slips under a jab from Wheeler.
Highwind scores with a jab. Wheeler acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Highwind misses with a combination
enabling Wheeler to counter with a crisp jab.
Highwind swings away with a body shot that misses
and Wheeler counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Wheeler scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Highwind throws a shot from downtown. Wheeler moves away and avoids it.
Wheeler appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Highwind misses with a jab to the body
and Wheeler counters with a straight right hand.
Highwind throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wheeler swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Highwind tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wheeler was well out of range. Poor timing from Highwind.
A left and a right from Highwind both land. Nice combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Highwind uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wheeler.
Highwind is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T4#
Wheeler fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Highwind connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Highwind moves forwards but Wheeler connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wheeler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wheeler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Highwind throws out the jab.
A jab from Highwind misses.
Wheeler dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice defenses there by Wheeler.
Highwind ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wheeler moves away.
Marcus Wheeler seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Highwind throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wheeler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wheeler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Highwind.
Highwind throws a lazy uppercut
and Wheeler counters with a nice body shot.
Highwind uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wheeler.
Highwind misses with a double jab
and Wheeler counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marcus Wheeler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
No joy there for Highwind, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wheeler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Highwind.
Highwind scores with a jab to the jaw.
Highwind looks to land a combination but Wheeler avoids it well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wheeler! But no joy.
Wheeler moves out of range as Highwind strikes.
A little jabbing left from Wheeler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Highwind on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wheeler lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Highwind throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Wheeler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Highwind throws a sloppy body shot
and Highwind takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice shot lands for Highwind.
Wheeler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Wheeler loads up on a big right hand but Highwind slips the punch.
Highwind throws a hook to the side of Wheeler's head but Wheeler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Highwind throws a hook but Wheeler blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wheeler! But no joy.#T1#
Wheeler moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Highwind uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wheeler.
Highwind appears to be looking for a big counter.
Highwind misses with a jab, cross combination.
It seemed like Wheeler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circling - Highwind throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wheeler walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Wheeler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Highwind sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wheeler lands with a straight right. Highwind didn't see that one coming.
Highwind works the jab nicely.
Highwind cracks a nice hook into Wheeler's ribs.
Highwind looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Highwind throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Wheeler counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Highwind thinking.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wheeler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wheeler misses with a hook. Highwind ducked under it nicely.
Highwind throws a series of punches but Wheeler moves out of range. #T2#
A swing and a miss from Wheeler.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wheeler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wheeler on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Wheeler cracks Highwind with an open hand slap.
Highwind misses with a wild combination.
Highwind misses with a few strikes there.
Nice jab there from Wheeler.
Wheeler catches Highwind with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC2#Highwind is rocked!
Wheeler is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Highwind flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Highwind is out cold! Wheeler holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Marcus Wheeler!
Marcus Wheeler is the new light heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Marcus Wheeler thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: KOP ZOUK
Date: Jun 17, 2022

#R1#
Highwind throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rossi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Rossi.
Rossi quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Rossi throws a body punch but Highwind moves out of range.
Highwind unleashes a big counter combination but Rossi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Highwind with a hook.#CUT2#It looks like Roberto Rossi has been cut.
Nice jab there from Highwind.
Rossi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Highwind.
A little feinted left hand from Rossi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Highwind has knocked Rossi down with a huge combo! Highwind steps away and waves a wobbly Rossi back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Rossi is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rossi walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Rossi limp body while Highwind jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vadius Highwind!
Vadius Highwind is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: KOP KLASS
Date: Jun 03, 2022

#R1#
Highwind misses with a left hand #TD#
so Aury counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Highwind looking to hit a scissor sweep but Aury is one step ahead there.
Highwind looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Aury puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Aury has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Aury is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Aury is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Highwind is just riding it out for now. Aury eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Aury seems to be working for a kimura but Highwind defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Aury is trying to control. Highwind wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Aury is thwarting Highwind's attempts to control the position.
Highwind is looking for a sweep. Aury is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aury is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SU#
Aury stands up from half guard.
Highwind misses with a straight right.
Nice uppercut there from Aury.
Aury is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Highwind. #T2##TD#
Aury drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
What's Highwind going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.#SU#
Aury has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Highwind throws a body punch but Aury moves out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Highwind as Aury shoots in.
Highwind is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Highwind lands a nice looking body shot.
Highwind scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT2#It looks like Apollinaire Aury has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from Highwind misses.
Vadius Highwind is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good exchange - Aury coming out on top.
Aury looks to land a combination. Highwind sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Highwind looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Aury's jab looks to have found its range, popping Highwind under the eye.#T3#
Aury cracks Highwind with a good jab.
Highwind throws a hook but Aury blocks it.
Highwind throws a hook but Aury avoids it easily.
Aury attempts a counter takedown but Highwind avoids it well and moves away.
Highwind scores with a hook to the body. Aury takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Vadius Highwind seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Highwind dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Highwind throws a right and a left that Aury avoids nicely.
Highwind lands a lovely overhand right.
Aury drops his hands momentarily and Highwind takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Aury clinches.
Highwind tries to stall but Aury uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #TD#
Aury ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Aury no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Aury has his foot on Highwind's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Highwind works his way back into a safe position though.
Highwind slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Aury pulls Highwind in close to his closed guard and prevents Highwind from doing any damage or advancing position.#T4#
Highwind slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Highwind working away.
Highwind is looking to take a break and control but Aury is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Aury is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but Highwind has just dragged him back down to the mat.
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 Apollinaire Aury will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Apollinaire Aury's cut.
That's time! Aury's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Jab from Aury.
Nice shot lands for Aury.
Aury tries to close the distance and clinch up but Highwind swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Aury connects with a good right hand that stumbles Highwind. Highwind circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Aury steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Highwind.
Aury slips a jab from Highwind.
Highwind scores with a body shot.
Aury ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aury half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Aury takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Highwind jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #KD2#
Highwind sends Aury crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Highwind is motioning to the referee to let Aury up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Aury is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Highwind displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aury throws out the jab.
Oh Aury is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Highwind missing with a left hand there. Aury was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Highwind fails to land with a series of punches.
A shot to the liver by Highwind. Beautiful body shot.
Aury switches off momentarily and Highwind cracks him with a monster right hand! Aury topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Highwind dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Highwind!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vadius Highwind!

Event: NRC 6: New Year’s Eve
Date: Dec 31, 2021

#R1#
Highwind throws a nice looking combination but Fray bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Highwind jabs at Fray's body.
Fray cracks Highwind with an open hand slap.
Fray really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Fray swinging wildly here.
Highwind doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Highwind takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fray scores with the left hand. Highwind knows he should have avoided that one.
Fray throws a right hand that Highwind ducks under and follows up with a left that Highwind also avoids with ease.
Highwind is looking for the big counter here.
Highwind swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fray throwing a counter right hand but Highwind manages to avoid it.
Fray walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fray misses with a left hand
and Highwind cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fray throws a series of punches but Highwind avoids them all with ease.
Highwind staying out of range there.
Fray lands a jab.
Fray lands a jab to the nose.#T1#
Fray is pawing at Highwind, trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Highwind's nose. Highwind is badly hurt! Fray pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Highwind tries desperately to hold on but Fray is relentless in his assault! As Highwind receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Fray away and this one is in the books!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Fray!

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