Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: RISE 182
Date: Jun 24, 2023

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin tries to clinch but Ahearn is having none of it.
Ahearn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Iwaga Genochin feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ahearns jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Iwaga Genochin throws a hook but Ahearn blocks it.
Iwaga Genochin falls off balance throwing a combination
and Ahearn counters with a left to the body.
A big left from Ahearn misses.
Iwaga Genochin throws a hook but Ahearn blocks it.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Ahearn to counter with a crisp jab.
Ahearn dips to his left and cracks Iwaga Genochin with an uppercut!
Iwaga Genochin misses with a leg kick
and Ahearn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fighters circling - Iwaga Genochin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ahearn appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Iwaga Genochin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ahearn moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2#
Ahearn tries to keep at a distance but Iwaga Genochin has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice left hand lands by Ahearn.
Iwaga Genochin throws an elbow that misses.
Ahearn definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Iwaga Genochin manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #T1#
Ahearn is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ahearn has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin has his foot on Ahearn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ahearn works his way back into a safe position though.
Iwaga Genochin wants to sweep here but Ahearn controlling him for the moment.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to control the position but Ahearn postures up. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ahearn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Iwaga Genochin is tightening it up a little... Ahearn has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Ahearn reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Ahearn taps out! Nice BJJ there by Iwaga Genochin!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: RISE 176
Date: Jun 03, 2023

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Iwaga Genochin lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jiet ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jiet! But no joy.#CL#
Iwaga Genochin clinches up against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #TD#
Iwaga Genochin jumps into guard, dragging Jiet to the mat.
Iwaga Genochin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Iwaga Genochin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jiet is one step ahead there.
Iwaga Genochin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jiet is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Iwaga Genochin stands and throws Jiet's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1##SUB#
Iwaga Genochin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Jiet prevents Iwaga Genochin from improving position. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin is trying to get an arm triangle but Jiet is defending well. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Jiet is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Iwaga Genochin yanks on the arm and Jiet is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Iwaga Genochin.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
A very excited looking Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: RISE 166
Date: Apr 29, 2023

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Iwaga Genochin tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rivers swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rivers was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL#
Iwaga Genochin has managed to clinch.
Rivers misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Rivers fails to land.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rivers goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Rivers's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rivers moves out of range of the leg kick from Iwaga Genochin.
Rivers throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Iwaga Genochin on the side of the head. #CL#
Iwaga Genochin pushes Rivers up against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Rivers - that landed with a thud.
Rivers lands a body punch in the clinch.
Rivers can't find room to land a body shot as Iwaga Genochin controls the action.
Iwaga Genochin takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Rivers breaks the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin tries to clinch but Rivers is having none of it. #CL#
Iwaga Genochin has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Rivers breaks from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a head kick.
Rivers jabs Iwaga Genochin right on the nose. Iwaga Genochin blinks but takes it well.
Rivers connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Rivers takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Iwaga Genochin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rivers stuns Iwaga Genochin with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Iwaga Genochin darts in trying to clinch
enabling Rivers to counter with a crisp jab.
Sloppy strikes from Rivers. Those never looked like landing.
Rivers uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rivers walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Iwaga Genochin. Rivers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice uppercut lands for Rivers. That snapped Iwaga Genochin's head back.
Rivers lands with a right hand.
Iwaga Genochin blocks a leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Iwaga Genochin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A jab from Rivers misses.
Rivers with a jab.
Iwaga Genochin throws the kick towards the body but Rivers avoids it.
Rivers throws out a counter right but Iwaga Genochin avoids it with no problem.
Iwaga Genochin tries to clinch up.
Iwaga Genochin tries to move into range but Rivers moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T2#
Rivers misses with a few strikes there.
Iwaga Genochin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rivers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Iwaga Genochin tries to clinch up.
Rivers flicks out a counter leg kick but Iwaga Genochin steps away.
Iwaga Genochin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A left lands for Rivers.
A big right from Rivers misses.
Iwaga Genochin throws a head kick that misses
and Rivers counters with a stiff right hand.
A cross from Iwaga Genochin lands.#CL#
Iwaga Genochin darts in and clinches Rivers up against the cage.
Rivers tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC2#
Rivers breaks from the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Rivers looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Iwaga Genochin on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Rivers misses with a straight right.
Rivers has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#CL#
Rivers gets tackled into the cage by Iwaga Genochin. Iwaga Genochin maintains the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin trying to stall but Rivers improves his position.
Iwaga Genochin lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Rivers misses with some punches.
Iwaga Genochin lands a damaging elbow.
Rivers tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Rivers stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Iwaga Genochin lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Rivers breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rivers lands a jab to Iwaga Genochin's midsection.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rivers swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rivers scores with a nice right hand.
Jab from Rivers.
Rivers lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Rivers's jab looks to have found its range, popping Iwaga Genochin under the eye.
Rivers tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rivers throws a body shot but no joy.
Iwaga Genochin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rivers throws out the jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rivers lands with a nice body punch.
Iwaga Genochin misses the jab.
Rivers scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Iwaga Genochin throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Rivers darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Iwaga Genochin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rivers lands a head shot.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a right hand
and Rivers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#Iwaga Genochin is rocked!
Rivers smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Oh Iwaga Genochin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rivers fakes the body blow, causing Iwaga Genochin to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Iwaga Genochin goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Clint Rivers!
Clint Rivers very nearly forgot to thank PWNAGE™ amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: RISE 159
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Jab, jab by Iwaga Genochin - just one landing.
Hakansson walks into a stiff left hand from Iwaga Genochin.
Hakansson fails to land the takedown.
Iwaga Genochin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hakansson lands with a right hand.
Hakansson keeps the fight on the outside.
Nice defenses there by Hakansson.#CL#
Iwaga Genochin clinches up against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin prevents the takedown attempt.
Iwaga Genochin lands a right hand.
Iwaga Genochin is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Iwaga Genochin is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Hakansson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to control but can't.
Hakansson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iwaga Genochin tries to get to full guard but Hakansson has control of the leg. #T1#
Hakansson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Iwaga Genochin tries to roll over but Hakansson keeps him under control.
Iwaga Genochin is staying active underneath Hakansson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Iwaga Genochin gets back to full guard.
Hakansson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hakansson wants to control from the top but Iwaga Genochin keeps moving.
Hakansson slips nicely into half guard.
Iwaga Genochin is staying active underneath Hakansson, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Iwaga Genochin tries to roll over but Hakansson keeps him under control.
Iwaga Genochin regains full guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Iwaga Genochin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Iwaga Genochin controls Hakansson momentarily but Hakansson frees himself.
Iwaga Genochin wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Iwaga Genochin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hakansson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hakansson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hakansson wants to pass the guard but Iwaga Genochin is keeping the position.
Hakansson trying to control but Iwaga Genochin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin has his foot on Hakansson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hakansson works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Iwaga Genochin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hakansson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hakansson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin working for a triangle but Hakansson defends it easily.
Iwaga Genochin wants to sweep but no luck.
Hakansson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Iwaga Genochin's guard.
Hakansson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Iwaga Genochin is looking for a sweep. Hakansson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hakansson slows the pace down in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Iwaga Genochin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hakansson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hakansson's back!
I really don't envy Hakansson right now. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Hakansson won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Iwaga Genochin off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
A relieved looking Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Highland 205
Date: Nov 06, 2022

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin misses with a wild body shot.
Hitoshi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Iwaga Genochin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hitoshi somewhat.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Iwaga Genochin swings away with a leg kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hitoshi slips under a jab from Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Iwaga Genochin moves away from the strike by Hitoshi.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a double jab. #T1#
Iwaga Genochin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hitoshi checks a leg kick.
Nice jab there from Iwaga Genochin.
Hitoshi dodges the punch combination from Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a crisp jab.
Hitoshi blocks a leg kick.
Hitoshi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hitoshi misses the jab.
Iwaga Genochin's corner calls for a 1-2. Iwaga Genochin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Iwaga Genochin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hitoshi's sensitive parts. #T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Hitoshi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hitoshi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Iwaga Genochin can pounce on him. #TD2#
Hitoshi closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Iwaga Genochin to the mat! Iwaga Genochin manages to get full guard.

Iwaga Genochin is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch on the inside from Hitoshi fails to land.
Stalling in the clinch from Iwaga Genochin.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hitoshi drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a shot to the side of Hitoshi's head. #BC#
Iwaga Genochin manages to break the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Iwaga Genochin wants it to stay on the feet.
Iwaga Genochin appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hirata Hitoshi.
Hitoshi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
No luck for Hitoshi with that takedown attempt.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hitoshi's hands.
Jab from Iwaga Genochin.
Hitoshi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Iwaga Genochin sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Iwaga Genochin throws a chopping leg kick but Hitoshi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hitoshi walks into a straight right hand from Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a double jab.
Iwaga Genochin lands a slapping body shot.
A nice leg kick from Iwaga Genochin, right into the meat of the thigh. #T4#
Iwaga Genochin with a jab.
Hitoshi takes a kick to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Iwaga Genochin moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hitoshi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hitoshi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hitoshi takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Iwaga Genochin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hitoshi.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a single shot there.
Hitoshi has a takedown stuffed.
Iwaga Genochin lands a jab-cross combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin 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#
A jab from Iwaga Genochin does it's job there.
Iwaga Genochin cracks Hitoshi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hitoshi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hitoshi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a body shot.
Iwaga Genochin keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hitoshi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iwaga Genochin throws a lazy right hand but Hitoshi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Iwaga Genochin delivers a nice body kick.#TD2#
Hitoshi closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Iwaga Genochin pushes Hitoshi away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Hitoshi gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
Hitoshi is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Iwaga Genochin has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Hitoshi swings around for an armbar but Iwaga Genochin sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hitoshi's guard.
Iwaga Genochin trying to stand up but can't free himself from Hitoshi's guard.#SU#
Iwaga Genochin stands up from Hitoshi's guard - Iwaga Genochin perhaps looking for a knockout.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin is winning the standup battle so far.
Iwaga Genochin lands a nice looking body shot.
Iwaga Genochin scores with the left hand. Hitoshi knows he should have avoided that one.
Iwaga Genochin getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T2#
Hitoshi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hitoshi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hitoshi moves out of range of the body kick from Iwaga Genochin.
Hitoshi moves forwards but Iwaga Genochin connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hitoshi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Iwaga Genochin cracks Hitoshi with an open hand slap.
A bone on bone clash there as Hitoshi blocks the leg kick.
Hitoshi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Iwaga Genochin swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hitoshi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Hitoshi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T3#
Iwaga Genochin scores with a sloppy right hand. Hitoshi should have avoided that one.
Iwaga Genochin with the inside leg kick.
Iwaga Genochin looks to land a left hand but Hitoshi moved out of range nicely.
Hitoshi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Iwaga Genochin is fending him off so far but Hitoshi persists. Nope, Iwaga Genochin circles away and we're back to standing.
Iwaga Genochin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Iwaga Genochin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hitoshi closes this distance looking for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin circles away.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hirata Hitoshi.
Iwaga Genochin throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hitoshi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a kick to the ribs.
Hitoshi is looking to clinch but Iwaga Genochin is avoiding it.
Hitoshi wants to clinch up but Iwaga Genochin keeps it at a distance.#T4#
Iwaga Genochin looks to land a combination. Hitoshi sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Iwaga Genochin fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A leg kick checked by Hitoshi.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a crisp jab.
Iwaga Genochin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hitoshi walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hitoshi looks to clinch
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a straight right hand.
A big left from Iwaga Genochin misses.
Hitoshi doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Iwaga Genochin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Iwaga Genochin is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin looks to land a right hand but Hitoshi moved out of range.
Hitoshi shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Hitoshi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Iwaga Genochin works the jab nicely.
Hitoshi tries to clinch up but Iwaga Genochin circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hitoshi tries for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin circles away easily
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Iwaga Genochin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hitoshi can do to turn this around?
Iwaga Genochin's corner calls for a 1-2. Iwaga Genochin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Hitoshi takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Iwaga Genochin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hitoshi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hitoshi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Iwaga Genochin uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hitoshi has time to react.
Iwaga Genochin throws a sloppy head kick and Hitoshi moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Hitoshi drives through and clinches with Iwaga Genochin against the cage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hitoshi is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Iwaga Genochin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hirata Hitoshi.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hitoshi. #BC#
Iwaga Genochin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Hitoshi closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Hitoshi is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Hitoshi working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Hitoshi goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Iwaga Genochin has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hitoshi but great work by Iwaga Genochin.
Hitoshi is not content to let Iwaga Genochin control the position.
Hitoshi can't do much from the bottom here.
Iwaga Genochin tries to stand but Hitoshi is controlling his head.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hitoshi prevents Iwaga Genochin from moving into mount. #T3#
Iwaga Genochin wants to stand but Hitoshi has his arm trapped.
Hitoshi is trying to escape the position but Iwaga Genochin is controlling the position.
Hirata Hitoshi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hitoshi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to take a break and control but Hitoshi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hitoshi is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hitoshi keeps trying to improve his position.
Iwaga Genochin tries to stand but Hitoshi is controlling his head. #SU#
Iwaga Genochin decides to stand back up. Iwaga Genochin steps back and let's Hitoshi get back to his feet.
Hitoshi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Iwaga Genochin sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Iwaga Genochin with the inside leg kick.
Hitoshi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:26
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:26
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:26

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

Event: Highland 198
Date: Oct 09, 2022

#R1#
Gustus doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Iwaga Genochin to counter with a crisp jab.
Gustus throws a low kick but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range easily.
Iwaga Genochin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gustus shoots in and drives through. Iwaga Genochin sprawls well.
Iwaga Genochin cracks Gustus with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Rantang Gustus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gustus drops his hands momentarily and Iwaga Genochin takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gustus takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Iwaga Genochin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gustus doesn't seem bothered though.
Iwaga Genochin throws a low kick, looking for Gustus's leg but Gustus calmly moves out of range.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to chop away at Gustus's legs.
Gustus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Iwaga Genochin dips to his left and cracks Gustus with an uppercut!
Iwaga Genochin lands a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Iwaga Genochin with a nice calf kick.
Iwaga Genochin ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD#
Gustus drives through with a takedown into guard. #T1#
Gustus stops Iwaga Genochin from standing up.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Iwaga Genochin is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Gustus trying to control the position from guard on top but Iwaga Genochin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gustus throwing strikes from guard but Iwaga Genochin blocks nicely.
Iwaga Genochin has his hands on Gustus's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gustus seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gustus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Iwaga Genochin is keeping the position for now.
Iwaga Genochin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Iwaga Genochin keeping full guard, as Gustus tries to pass.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to stand up but Gustus isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gustus darts in looking for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin gets double underhooks and turns Gustus into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rantang Gustus. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Iwaga Genochin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gustus shoots for a double leg takedown but Iwaga Genochin sprawls well. He's pushed Gustus's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Iwaga Genochin takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Gustus dives in and grabs Iwaga Genochin's left leg, looking for a takedown. Iwaga Genochin pushes down on Gustus's head and hops out.
Gustus with a poor takedown
enabling Iwaga Genochin to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab lands there for Iwaga Genochin.#T3#
Nice cross by Iwaga Genochin.
Gustus gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Iwaga Genochin fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gustus.
A chopping leg kick lands by Iwaga Genochin. #TD#
Gustus shoots in for a takedown and gets it.

Iwaga Genochin kicks off Gustus and gets to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gustus tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Iwaga Genochin defends well and Gustus ends up having to push Iwaga Genochin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC2#
Iwaga Genochin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Iwaga Genochin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gustus moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Iwaga Genochin uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Gustus has time to react.
Iwaga Genochin cracks Gustus with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Gustus fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin avoids it really well and circles away.
Iwaga Genochin swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
Iwaga Genochin fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gustus takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Gustus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Iwaga Genochin.
Gustus tries to land a body kick
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a stiff right hand.
Gustus darts in trying to clinch
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gustus has his takedown stuffed
enabling Iwaga Genochin to counter with a crisp jab.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Iwaga Genochin fails to land with a series of punches.
Gustus is looking to counter the offense by Iwaga Genochin and move into the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin lands a leg kick that knocks Gustus off balance momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin 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#
Gustus walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Gustus on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Iwaga Genochin lands a front kick.
Gustus takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Iwaga Genochin has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Gustus ducks right into an uppercut from Iwaga Genochin.
Gustus 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.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD#
Gustus looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Iwaga Genochin!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Iwaga Genochin tries to escape but Gustus is in control.
Iwaga Genochin keeping his opponent close.
Gustus is looking to take a break and control but Iwaga Genochin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gustus grinds an elbow into Iwaga Genochin's temple.
Iwaga Genochin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1##SUB#
Gustus is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Iwaga Genochin is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Gustus looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Gustus thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Gustus wants to control but Iwaga Genochin is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gustus taking a break here but Iwaga Genochin is having none of it and regains half guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gustus is trying to control the action in half guard but Iwaga Genochin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Iwaga Genochin tries to get to full guard but Gustus has control of the leg.
Gustus takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Gustus is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Iwaga Genochin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gustus.
Gustus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Gustus is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Iwaga Genochin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gustus. #T3#
Iwaga Genochin gets full guard.
Iwaga Genochin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin has his foot on Gustus's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gustus works his way back into a safe position though.
Gustus tries to free his leg and advance position but Iwaga Genochin is retaining full guard.
Gustus postures up in Iwaga Genochin's guard and throws a big left but Iwaga Genochin blocks it. #SUB#
Gustus thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Iwaga Genochin trying to control the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Gustus trying to control but Iwaga Genochin is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Iwaga Genochin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gustus.
Gustus looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Iwaga Genochin keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Gustus shoots for a double leg takedown but Iwaga Genochin sprawls well. He's pushed Gustus's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Iwaga Genochin is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Iwaga Genochin lunges at Gustus with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gustus's hand.
Gustus takes one on the chin but seems OK.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gustus.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rantang Gustus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Iwaga Genochin stuffs the takedown.
Gustus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Iwaga Genochin defends it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Iwaga Genochin dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Gustus. That did some damage!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Gustus dives in for a single leg takedown but Iwaga Genochin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gustus jumps guard but Iwaga Genochin stands there with Gustus around his waist. Gustus gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin has had enough of the clinch but Gustus keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Iwaga Genochin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gustus tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Iwaga Genochin defends well and Gustus ends up having to push Iwaga Genochin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rantang Gustus. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Gustus gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Iwaga Genochin wants to get back to his feet.
Rantang Gustus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gustus is thwarting Iwaga Genochin's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gustus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Iwaga Genochin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Gustus is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Iwaga Genochin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gustus.
Iwaga Genochin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gustus is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Iwaga Genochin tries to kick Gustus off but Gustus keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Iwaga Genochin wants to control but Gustus is keeping busy. #SUB#
Gustus is looking for a kimura here.
Gustus works his way into side control.
Iwaga Genochin is looking for a sweep.
Gustus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Iwaga Genochin keeps working. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gustus tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Gustus trying to control the action but Iwaga Genochin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Gustus looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to get back to half guard.
Iwaga Genochin manages to get back to half guard.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Iwaga Genochin is refusing to be controlled, as Gustus sits in half guard. #T3#
Iwaga Genochin is trying to stand up here but Gustus is controlling him well.
Iwaga Genochin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Gustus closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Iwaga Genochin wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Gustus wants to work for an arm triangle but Iwaga Genochin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Iwaga Genochin wants to get back to his feet.
Iwaga Genochin is refusing to be controlled, as Gustus sits in half guard. #T4#
Iwaga Genochin pushes Gustus off looking to stand but Gustus dives back in and keeps control.
Iwaga Genochin keeping control of the position.
Gustus missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Gustus is trying to work for a kimura but Iwaga Genochin is defending well.
Gustus trying to control the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Gustus 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.
Rantang Gustus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gustus looks to land a strike but Iwaga Genochin avoids it nicely and regains full guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: TR84: Labor Day Bonanza
Date: Sep 03, 2022

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Santos thows a left - swing and a miss!
Iwaga Genochin is looking for a counter combo.
Santos misses with a two punch combination.
Santos takes one on the button.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a leg kick.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a looping right.
Santos tries to bum rush Iwaga Genochin with a series of wild strikes but Iwaga Genochin uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Santos throws a right and a left that both miss.
Santos tries to bum rush Iwaga Genochin with a series of wild strikes but Iwaga Genochin uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Iwaga Genochin closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Santos throws a big shot that misses.
Iwaga Genochin missing with a left hand there. Santos was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Santos changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Santos rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Iwaga Genochin throws a body shot but no joy.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a shot to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Santos crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Iwaga Genochin - the referee stops the clock and Santos gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Iwaga Genochin. Santos manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Iwaga Genochin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Santos throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Iwaga Genochin makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Santos throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Iwaga Genochin throws a leg kick but Santos sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Iwaga Genochin ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Iwaga Genochin slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Santos avoids the head kick by Iwaga Genochin.
Santos throws a right and a left that both miss.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a jab. Santos acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #ROC#Santos is rocked!
Iwaga Genochin drops Santos with a big left hand! Santos is injured, injured bad! Iwaga Genochin jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
A relieved looking Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: TR80
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Hall misses with a hook
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
Hall closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hall lands in his opponent's guard.
Hall stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Iwaga Genochin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hall engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall stopping the sweep attempt from Iwaga Genochin.#T1#
Hall looking to pass the guard.
Hall controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Iwaga Genochin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iwaga Genochin keeping moving, preventing Hall from controlling successfully.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Hall works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Hall is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Iwaga Genochin is just riding it out for now. Hall eventually gives up the hold.
Iwaga Genochin trying to control here. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hall trying to control the action but Iwaga Genochin is working from the bottom.
Iwaga Genochin pushes Hall off looking to stand but Hall dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Hall gets the takedown into side control. #T3#
Hall remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Iwaga Genochin manages to get back to half guard.
Iwaga Genochin won't allow Hall to pass to mount.
Iwaga Genochin wants to control but Hall is keeping busy.
Hall trying to pass the guard but Iwaga Genochin defending well. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Hall trying to control the action but Iwaga Genochin is working from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Hall is working for a kimura here but Iwaga Genochin manages to reverse the position and he's now in Hall's guard.
Iwaga Genochin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Hall is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Iwaga Genochin has his hands clasped together but Hall extends and breaks Iwaga Genochin's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Hall.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Robbie Hall!
Robbie Hall retains his featherweight title!
Robbie Hall decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: TR74
Date: Jul 09, 2022

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin looks to land a combination but Sterling avoids it well. #CL#
Sterling has closed the distance and engaged Iwaga Genochin in a clinch.
Iwaga Genochin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #BC2#
Iwaga Genochin manages to break the clinch.
Sterling shoots in but Iwaga Genochin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Iwaga Genochin raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Iwaga Genochin throws a big shot that misses.
Nice shot by Iwaga Genochin.
Sterling shoots for a double leg takedown but Iwaga Genochin sprawls well. He's pushed Sterling's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Iwaga Genochin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Sterling fails in his attempt to clinch.
That kick from Iwaga Genochin tenderised Sterling's leg. Sterling is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Sterling shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.

Iwaga Genochin manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Sterling keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Iwaga Genochin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Sterling fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aljamain Sterling. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Iwaga Genochin feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sterlings jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sterling tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sterling doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sterling has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
Iwaga Genochin wants to stand up but Sterling is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is working for a kimura but Sterling is defending it quite comfortably.
Sterling 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.#SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is working for a kimura but Sterling is defending it quite comfortably.
Sterling is trying to control but Iwaga Genochin passes into side control!
Sterling gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sterling is just riding it out for now. Iwaga Genochin eventually gives up the hold.
Sterling is trying to control but can't.
Iwaga Genochin uses his free foot to push down on Sterling's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Sterling.
Iwaga Genochin can't control as he wanted to and Sterling manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Iwaga Genochin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iwaga Genochin wants to control but Sterling is keeping him busy.
Iwaga Genochin wants to free his trapped foot but Sterling is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4##SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sterling doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin trying to pass the guard but Sterling defending well.
Sterling trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Sterling is desperately trying to improve his position but Iwaga Genochin has a good base and remains in mount.
Sterling manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Iwaga Genochin tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Sterling tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Iwaga Genochin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Iwaga Genochin throws a quick inside leg kick.
A low kick lands for Iwaga Genochin.
No luck for Sterling with that takedown attempt.
Sterling shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Iwaga Genochin counters by clinching up. #BC2#
Iwaga Genochin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Iwaga Genochin stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aljamain Sterling. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sterling tries to clinch there but Iwaga Genochin circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sterling tries for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Iwaga Genochin misses the shot to the body.
Sterling moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Iwaga Genochin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sterling throws a quick counter head kick but Iwaga Genochin was just out of range.
Iwaga Genochin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sterling. #T1#
A jab lands there for Iwaga Genochin.
Sterling looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A solid leg kick lands there for Iwaga Genochin.
Sterling fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Iwaga Genochin misses with an uppercut. Sterling saw that one coming.
Sterling swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sterling fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Sterling fails to land the takedown.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Iwaga Genochin fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sterling has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a single shot there.
Iwaga Genochin throws a leg kick but Sterling moved away.#T2#
A lazy left from Iwaga Genochin finds it's target.
Sterling moves forwards but Iwaga Genochin connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to slow Sterling down with leg kicks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sterling closes this distance looking for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin circles away.
Sterling dives in and grabs Iwaga Genochin's left leg, looking for a takedown. Iwaga Genochin pushes down on Sterling's head and hops out.#TD#
Sterling shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Iwaga Genochin wants to get back to full guard.
Iwaga Genochin preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Sterling prevents Iwaga Genochin from standing back up. #T3#
Sterling wants to free his trapped foot but Iwaga Genochin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Iwaga Genochin tries to roll over but Sterling keeps him under control.
Iwaga Genochin desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Iwaga Genochin tries to get to full guard but Sterling has control of the leg. #SUB#
Sterling is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Iwaga Genochin is just riding it out for now. Sterling eventually gives up the hold.
Iwaga Genochin is doing well to control the position and prevent Sterling from advancing to side control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Iwaga Genochin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to escape.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Sterling is working for a submission of some sort.
Iwaga Genochin tries to get to full guard but Sterling has control of the leg.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sterling shoots in for a double leg but Iwaga Genochin sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Sterling tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Iwaga Genochin defends well and Sterling ends up having to push Iwaga Genochin into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC2#
Iwaga Genochin breaks the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin slaps away a takedown attempt from Sterling, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sterling moves out of range of the body kick from Iwaga Genochin.
Sterling shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aljamain Sterling. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Iwaga Genochin throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sterling tries for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin circles away easily#CL2#
and Iwaga Genochin counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Iwaga Genochin manages to break the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a nice body punch.
Sterling looks for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin sprawls well.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sterling gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T1#
Sterling keeping moving, preventing Iwaga Genochin from controlling successfully.
Iwaga Genochin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Iwaga Genochin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sterling is keeping the position for now.
Iwaga Genochin keeps trying to improve his position.
Iwaga Genochin slips nicely into half guard.
Sterling won't allow Iwaga Genochin to pass to mount.
Sterling is trying to maintain the position but Iwaga Genochin is very close to passing his half guard.
Iwaga Genochin wants to take a breather but Sterling is having none of it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sterling trying to hold on to Iwaga Genochin's head to control him but Iwaga Genochin postures up.
Iwaga Genochin is taking a breather. Sterling says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Iwaga Genochin tries to stand but can't do so whilst Sterling controls his leg.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sterling is looking to improve his position.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to take a break and control but Sterling is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to control. Sterling wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Sterling trying to control here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A solid leg kick lands there for Iwaga Genochin.
Sterling shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Iwaga Genochin as he jumps to the side.
That kick from Iwaga Genochin tenderised Sterling's leg. Sterling is trying to keep his angry face on.
Iwaga Genochin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sterling's head backwards.
Sterling tries for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Iwaga Genochin circles away from the clinch attempt.
Iwaga Genochin with a nice calf kick.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T4#
Sterling shoots in looking for a takedown but Iwaga Genochin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sterling's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Iwaga Genochin chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nice cross by Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin cracks Sterling with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD#
Sterling shoots in and bounces Iwaga Genochin off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Aljamain Sterling has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Iwaga Genochin has his hands on Sterling's head, controlling the position.
Sterling wants to control from the top but Iwaga Genochin keeps moving.
Iwaga Genochin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
During a confident post fight interview, Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Aljamain Sterling had this to say: 'Whether it's Bellator, OneFC, World Series, whatever, the door's open for me. Financial stability is the most important thing for me'.

Event: The Island Season 13, 135 lbs, Round 2
Date: Jun 24, 2022

#R1##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Knights enables Iwaga Genochin to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Knights manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Knights pulls Iwaga Genochin in close to prevent any damage.
Knights on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Knights tries to get out of the position.
Knights lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knights is stalling in the full guard.
Iwaga Genochin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Iwaga Genochin is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Knights looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iwaga Genochin wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Iwaga Genochin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Knights regains full guard. Nicely done.
Iwaga Genochin passes Knights's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Iwaga Genochin is pressing down on Knights's thigh, looking to free his foot. Knights is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Knights doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin prevents Knights from improving his position.
Knights wants to control but Iwaga Genochin is keeping busy.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to advance position but Knights won't allow it. #T2#
Knights is looking to improve his position.
Iwaga Genochin trying to mount his opponent but Knights defends it.
Iwaga Genochin sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Knights is concentrating on defense, preventing Iwaga Genochin from advancing position.
Iwaga Genochin trying to control from half guard but Knights is working away.
Iwaga Genochin trying to pass the guard but Knights defending well.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to control. Knights wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Iwaga Genochin tries to pass to full mount but Knights defends it.
Knights is doing well to control the position and prevent Iwaga Genochin from advancing to side control.#T3#
Knights trying to control from the bottom.
Knights is doing well to control the position and prevent Iwaga Genochin from advancing to side control.
Knights gets back to full guard.
Iwaga Genochin trying to control but Knights is working from the bottom.
Knights knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Iwaga Genochin on the ground.
Iwaga Genochin is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Iwaga Genochin looking to pass the guard.
Knights controlling Iwaga Genochin's posture.
Iwaga Genochin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Knights swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Knights looking for a sweep. Not yet Knights, not yet.
Iwaga Genochin is pushing down on Knights's leg trying to pass to half guard. Knights is fighting to maintain full guard but Iwaga Genochin has managed to sneak the leg through.
Iwaga Genochin uses his free foot to push down on Knights's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Knights. #T4#
Iwaga Genochin prevents Knights from getting the reversal.
Knights looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Iwaga Genochin trying to control but Knights is having none of it.
Knights tries to hold on but Iwaga Genochin pushes him away.
Knights stops Iwaga Genochin from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a head shot.
Iwaga Genochin fails to advance to Knights's back.
We've been informed that Iwaga Genochin has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Knights has given up his back. Will we see Iwaga Genochin going for some submissions?
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin looking for the choke but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Knights is holding onto Iwaga Genochin's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Iwaga Genochin tries to work over Knights's front leg with a kick but Knights checks it.
Knights staying out of range there.
Knights looks to score with a jab to the body but Iwaga Genochin is just out of range.
Iwaga Genochin takes one to the chin there.
Knights throws a body shot but no joy.
Iwaga Genochin takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Knights scores with a nice right hand.
Knights throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Knights ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Iwaga Genochin moves away.
Iwaga Genochin fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Knights checks it well.
Iwaga Genochin ducks under a wild hook from Knights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knights throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a hook. Knights ducked under it nicely.
Knights scores with a jab to the body.
Knights takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Iwaga Genochin throws a head kick that half lands. #T1#
A swing and a miss from Knights.
Iwaga Genochin avoids a punch combination nicely.
Knights throws a right and a left that Iwaga Genochin avoids nicely.
Nightey Knights seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knights throws a shot to the body.
Knights swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is looking for a kimura but Knights is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Iwaga Genochin to get the leverage.
Knights won't allow Iwaga Genochin to pass to mount.
Iwaga Genochin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Knights does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Iwaga Genochin wants to free his trapped foot but Knights is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Knights is positioning himself well to prevent Iwaga Genochin advancing to mount.
Knights wants to control but Iwaga Genochin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Knights is looking to improve his position.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to advance position but Knights won't allow it. #T2##SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is working for a submission of some sort.
Knights keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Iwaga Genochin is pressing down on Knights's thigh, looking to free his foot. Knights is holding on for now.
Iwaga Genochin has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Iwaga Genochin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Knights is looking to escape.
Knights wants to hold on but Iwaga Genochin pushes him away.
Iwaga Genochin with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Iwaga Genochin prevents Knights from getting the reversal.#T3#
Iwaga Genochin avoids the attempt from Knights to control.
Iwaga Genochin tries to control but Knights wriggling away.
Knights tries to lock up and control but Iwaga Genochin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Knights defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin avoids the attempt from Knights to control.#SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Knights to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Knights shrugs it off.
Knights is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB2#
Knights defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Iwaga Genochin.
Knights can't escape the position.
Iwaga Genochin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Knights is looking to escape.
Knights really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T4#
Knights is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Iwaga Genochin putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Knights to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Knights shrugs it off.
Knights tries to hold on but Iwaga Genochin pushes him away. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin has hold of Knights's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Knights manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Iwaga Genochin throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Iwaga Genochin avoids the attempt from Knights to control.
Knights is working to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Knights can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is working for a guillotine from mount but Knights frees his head quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Knights throws the left hand but Iwaga Genochin avoids the punch easily.
Iwaga Genochin tries to close the distance and clinch but Knights swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Knights throws a right hand that misses
and Iwaga Genochin counters with an outside leg kick.
Knights tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Iwaga Genochin was well out of range. Poor timing from Knights.
Knights throws a body punch but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
Knights swings away with a body shot that misses #CL2#
and Iwaga Genochin holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Knights misses with a body punch.
Knights working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Knights lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin throws an elbow but it misses.
Iwaga Genochin fails to pull guard.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Iwaga Genochin just misses with a elbow thrown towards Knights's brow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knights lands with a short shot to the head.
A short left from Knights. #TD2#
Iwaga Genochin pulls guard successfully.
Iwaga Genochin is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin has got the better of the ground game so far.
Knights is stalling in the full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#T1#
Knights trying to control but Iwaga Genochin is working from the bottom.
Iwaga Genochin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Iwaga Genochin being controlled here, momentarily.
Iwaga Genochin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Knights's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Iwaga Genochin looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Knights showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Iwaga Genochin walks into a straight right hand from Knights.
Iwaga Genochin walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Knights fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#ROC#Iwaga Genochin is rocked!
Iwaga Genochin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Knights.
Iwaga Genochin is still on wobbly legs! Can Knights finish him?
Knights misses with an uppercut. Iwaga Genochin saw that one coming.
Iwaga Genochin closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Iwaga Genochin ducks under a wild hook from Knights.
Iwaga Genochin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knights.
Knights drops Iwaga Genochin with a straight right hand, right on the button! Knights follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nightey Knights!
Nightey Knights decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: The Island Season 13, 135 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jun 23, 2022

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dalton.
A jab from Iwaga Genochin finds it's way through Dalton's defenses.
Dalton tries a head kick but it misses.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a nice looking jab.
Dalton throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dalton misses with an attempted mid kick.
Iwaga Genochin dodges the punch combination from Dalton.
Iwaga Genochin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dalton throws a head kick but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
Dalton looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dalton throws a half hearted mid kick.
Darren Dalton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalton throws a series of punches but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a leg kick.
Iwaga Genochin turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dalton throws a sloppy head kick and Iwaga Genochin moves out of range easily. #T1#
Iwaga Genochin throws a body kick that misses.
Iwaga Genochin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dalton tries a head kick but it misses.
Dalton pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A head kick by Dalton misses
letting Iwaga Genochin counter with a right hand.
Iwaga Genochin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dalton.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a body shot.
Iwaga Genochin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A solid leg kick lands there for Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Dalton throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dalton's knee momentarily.
Dalton throws a head kick that misses.
Iwaga Genochin with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head kick misses from Dalton.
Iwaga Genochin jabs Dalton right on the nose. Dalton blinks but takes it well.
Dalton misses with a body kick.#T2#
Iwaga Genochin lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dalton at a distance.
Dalton throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Iwaga Genochin swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dalton looks to land a body kick but Iwaga Genochin moved away.
Iwaga Genochin pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dalton is out of range and Iwaga Genochin settles back down.
Iwaga Genochin sizes up Dalton with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dalton throws a head kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Iwaga Genochin! But no joy.
Iwaga Genochin lands a jab to the head.
Dalton swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Iwaga Genochin to counter with a crisp jab.
Iwaga Genochin looks to score with a jab to the body but Dalton is just out of range.
Iwaga Genochin stuns Dalton with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dalton misses with a few strikes there.
Dalton is looking to chop away at Iwaga Genochin's legs.
Dalton throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T3#
Dalton throws a sloppy head kick and Iwaga Genochin moves out of range easily.
Iwaga Genochin wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Iwaga Genochin slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a few strikes there.
Dalton went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Dalton throws a sloppy head kick and Iwaga Genochin moves out of range easily.
Iwaga Genochin is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dalton throws a head kick but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Iwaga Genochin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dalton takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dalton throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a stiff right hand.
Dalton swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a thumping low kick.
Dalton walks into a stiff left hand from Iwaga Genochin.
Dalton misses with a shot to the body
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Iwaga Genochin lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#ROC2#Dalton is rocked!
Iwaga Genochin scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dalton in his tracks.
Oh Dalton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dalton looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Iwaga Genochin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dalton misses with a head kick.
Iwaga Genochin doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Iwaga Genochin is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Dalton had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.#T4#
Dalton throws a sloppy head kick
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dalton is breathing heavily.
Iwaga Genochin lands a nice shot that snaps Dalton's head back.
Dalton looks up at the clock. Bad move! Iwaga Genochin lands a right hand from hell, dropping Dalton. Iwaga Genochin pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
A very excited looking Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: TR70
Date: Jun 12, 2022

#R1##TD#
Deringer gets caught flat footed, as Iwaga Genochin shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Iwaga Genochin looking to pass the guard.
Deringer looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iwaga Genochin preventing the sweep.
Iwaga Genochin keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Deringer's head.
Iwaga Genochin chips away with some ground and pound.
Iwaga Genochin trying to control but Deringer is working from the bottom.
Iwaga Genochin passes Deringer's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iwaga Genochin not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Deringer trying to hold on to Iwaga Genochin's head to control him but Iwaga Genochin postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Iwaga Genochin throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Iwaga Genochin throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Deringer is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Iwaga Genochin scores with a couple of nice shots.
Iwaga Genochin landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Iwaga Genochin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Deringer knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Iwaga Genochin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Deringer keeps working. #SUB#
Deringer is defending against the submission attempts here by Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin works his way into side control. #T2#
Iwaga Genochin working the ground and pound but Deringer is defending the strikes.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a couple of short elbows.#SUB#
Iwaga Genochin is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Deringer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Iwaga Genochin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Deringer keeps working. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Deringer is trying to escape and Iwaga Genochin transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Deringer is forced to tap! Nice work there by Iwaga Genochin! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
After winning the bout, Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: TR64: Rockafella's Debut
Date: May 28, 2022

#R1#
Cooley takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Cooley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Iwaga Genochin chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Iwaga Genochin.#CL#
Cooley closes the distance and clinches.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to pull guard but Cooley has him pressed against the cage.
Cooley pushes Iwaga Genochin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cooley scores with a shoulder strike.
Iwaga Genochin is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to pull guard but Cooley turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Cooley definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Reece Cooley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin jumps guard but Cooley stands there with Iwaga Genochin around his waist. Iwaga Genochin gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin tries to pull guard but Cooley won't allow it.
Iwaga Genochin jumps guard but Cooley stands there with Iwaga Genochin around his waist. Iwaga Genochin gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin jumps guard but Cooley turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Iwaga Genochin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iwaga Genochin blocks an uppercut.
Iwaga Genochin jumps guard but Cooley turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Iwaga Genochin has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Cooley uses from the top position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cooley slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Iwaga Genochin controls Cooley momentarily but Cooley frees himself.
Cooley knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Iwaga Genochin on the ground.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Iwaga Genochin is on top in guard. #REVB#
Cooley keeping moving, preventing Iwaga Genochin from controlling successfully.
Iwaga Genochin forces his way into half guard.
Cooley is in trouble now - Iwaga Genochin has advanced to mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Iwaga Genochin throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Iwaga Genochin unloads with some shots from mount but Cooley bucks and avoids them well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Iwaga Genochin cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Iwaga Genochin lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Cooley hang on?#SUB2#
Cooley is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Iwaga Genochin locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Cooley is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: TR58: Crosser v Erminus
Date: May 14, 2022

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin misses with an uppercut #CL2#
and Hall counters by moving into the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hall tries to pull guard but Iwaga Genochin holds him up against the cage and eventually Hall drops back down to his feet.
Hall pressing his opponent against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin looking to stall.
Iwaga Genochin wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hall has him pressed against the cage.
A hook to the body from Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin wants to get back to striking at distance but Hall won't allow it.
The referee calls for Hall to work.
Hall stalls.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #BC#
Iwaga Genochin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a good body shot.#T1#
Iwaga Genochin misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Hall moves into the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to break free of the clinch but Hall has double underhooks. #TD2#
Hall jumps guard and drags Iwaga Genochin to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Iwaga Genochin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hall swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Iwaga Genochin stays in close to Hall's body and controls the position.
Hall looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hall looking to control.
Hall tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Iwaga Genochin definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Iwaga Genochin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hall swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Iwaga Genochin wants to stand but Hall has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T2##SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Hall's closed guard. He's half up but Hall has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Hall pivots and extends the arm, Iwaga Genochin falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Hall! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Robbie Hall! Robbie Hall retains his bantamweight title!
Robbie Hall 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: TR51
Date: Apr 27, 2022

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin is looking to chop away at Dalton's legs.
Iwaga Genochin throws a good cross that connects.
Iwaga Genochin lands a nice shot that snaps Dalton's head back.
Darren Dalton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Iwaga Genochin moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Iwaga Genochin. That's going to slow Dalton down.
Iwaga Genochin lands a jab.
Dalton misses with a kick to the body
enabling Iwaga Genochin to counter with a crisp jab.
Dalton looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That kick from Iwaga Genochin tenderised Dalton's leg. Dalton is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dalton takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Iwaga Genochin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dalton throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Iwaga Genochin avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Iwaga Genochin with a nice cross.#T1#
Dalton throws a lazy head kick
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a thumping low kick.
Dalton throws a head kick but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
It seemed like Iwaga Genochin was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dalton throws a head kick that misses
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a stiff right hand.
Iwaga Genochin tests Dalton's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Iwaga Genochin lands a leg kick that knocks Dalton off balance momentarily.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a body kick.
Dalton moves forwards but Iwaga Genochin connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dalton looks to throw the jab but Iwaga Genochin is out of range.
Iwaga Genochin lunges at Dalton with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dalton's hand.
Dalton throws a head kick that misses.
Dalton looks to land a combination but Iwaga Genochin avoids it well.
Iwaga Genochin throws out a counter right but Dalton avoids it with no problem.
Dalton pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dalton throws a head kick that misses
enabling Iwaga Genochin to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dalton misses with a head kick.
Dalton is breathing heavily.
Iwaga Genochin lands a head shot.
Iwaga Genochin fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dalton avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dalton looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a body shot.
Dalton stalks Iwaga Genochin and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Iwaga Genochin's face. Iwaga Genochin staggers backwards, shaken.
Dalton takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dalton misses with a head kick.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a leg kick.
Iwaga Genochin lands a head kick!
Dalton throws a nice looking combination but Iwaga Genochin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T3#
Iwaga Genochin throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Dalton.
Dalton looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Iwaga Genochin throws a leg kick but Dalton moved away.
Dalton throws a sloppy head kick and Iwaga Genochin moves out of range easily.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a thumping leg kick.
Iwaga Genochin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dalton is looking for a counter combo.
Iwaga Genochin lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dalton at a distance.
Iwaga Genochin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a kick to the body.
Dalton fails to land with a series of punches.
Dalton drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Iwaga Genochin finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dalton throws a half hearted mid kick.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a nice body punch.
Iwaga Genochin moves into range and connects with a jab. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dalton darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice cross by Iwaga Genochin.
Dalton throws a leg kick
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a slapping leg kick.
Dalton on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a leg kick.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Iwaga Genochin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Iwaga Genochin looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Dalton misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Iwaga Genochin pushes Dalton away with a front kick.
Iwaga Genochin is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Dalton had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Jab, jab by Iwaga Genochin - just one landing.
A bone on bone clash there as Dalton blocks the leg kick.
Iwaga Genochin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin 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#
Dalton takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Iwaga Genochin's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dalton under the eye.
Iwaga Genochin sizes up Dalton with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dalton's hands.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Dalton.
Dalton tries a head kick but it misses.
Dalton misses with a head kick.
Iwaga Genochin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Iwaga Genochin uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dalton swings away with a leg kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalton throws a left and a right that both miss
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dalton throws a head kick that misses.
Iwaga Genochin works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head kick misses from Dalton.
Dalton is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Dalton swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dalton swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a nice body shot.
Dalton looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Dalton tries a head kick but it misses.
Iwaga Genochin looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Dalton walks into a left hand.
Dalton takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dalton on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Iwaga Genochin. Iwaga Genochin obviously looking to wear him down.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Iwaga Genochin smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC2#Dalton is rocked!
Dalton throws a sloppy head kick
and Dalton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oh Dalton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head kick by Dalton misses
and Iwaga Genochin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Iwaga Genochin moves into range and connects with a jab.
Iwaga Genochin lands with an uppercut that bounces Dalton off the cage and back into range.
Iwaga Genochin feints with a jab and clips Dalton right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Dalton is sent crashing into the canvas and Iwaga Genochin leaps in for the kill! Dalton tries to get to his feet but Iwaga Genochin is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Dalton is in need of a savior and steps in!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: TR39: Orchestral Destruction
Date: Mar 27, 2022

#R1#
Deringer tries to clinch but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
Deringer keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Deringer clinches up against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Deringer throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Iwaga Genochin blocks it with crossed arms.
Deringer tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Iwaga Genochin misses with the head strike.
Deringer can't find room to land a body shot as Iwaga Genochin controls the action.
Iwaga Genochin misses with the head strike.
Deringer tries to work over Iwaga Genochin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Iwaga Genochin just misses with a elbow thrown towards Deringer's brow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin takes a knee right on the jaw!
Deringer is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Deringer utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Deringer will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Iwaga Genochin up against the cage.
Deringer throws a punch but it's blocked by Iwaga Genochin. #T1#
Iwaga Genochin prevents a body shot from Deringer.
Deringer misses with some punches.
Iwaga Genochin working aggressively here.
Deringer misses with a hook to the ribs.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Deringer with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Iwaga Genochin tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Deringer struggles to land a body shot inside as Iwaga Genochin controls his hands.
Iwaga Genochin takes a shot to the head.
Deringer connects with a knee to the head.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Deringer pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Deringer lands a shot to the body.
Iwaga Genochin pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC2#
Deringer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Deringer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Iwaga Genochin manages to avoid it.
Deringer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A telegraphed right hand from Deringer misses the target.
Iwaga Genochin tries to clinch but Deringer is having none of it.
Iwaga Genochin takes one on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Deringer throws a body shot but no joy.
Deringer looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to score with low kicks.
A little jabbing left from Deringer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Deringer tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Iwaga Genochin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Iwaga Genochin went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Patrick Deringer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Iwaga Genochin takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Deringer lands a nice looking body shot.
Deringer checks a leg kick.
Iwaga Genochin takes one to the side of the head.
Iwaga Genochin fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Deringer is out of range.
Deringer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Iwaga Genochin tries to clinch up.
Deringer connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T3#
Iwaga Genochin tries to clinch but Deringer moves out of range.
Deringer misses with a hook. Iwaga Genochin ducked under it nicely.
Deringer checks a leg kick.
Deringer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Deringer does it's job there.
Deringer misses with a wild body shot.
Deringer throws a lazy right hand but Iwaga Genochin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big left from Deringer misses.
Deringer connects with a single shot there.
Deringer misses with a straight left.
Iwaga Genochin staying out of range there.
Iwaga Genochin takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Deringer just misses with a punch to the body.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a low kick.
Deringer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Deringer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Iwaga Genochin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice straight punches there by Deringer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Deringer.
Deringer misses with a hook.#CL2#
Deringer has closed the distance and engaged Iwaga Genochin in a clinch.
Deringer misses with a body punch.
Iwaga Genochin trying to control the position but instead, Deringer has worked for underhooks and has pushed Iwaga Genochin into the cage.
Iwaga Genochin managing to block the knees to the body from Deringer.
Iwaga Genochin letting Deringer take a breather here.
Iwaga Genochin creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Iwaga Genochin missing with knees to the body.
Deringer with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #TD#
Iwaga Genochin jumps guard and drags Deringer to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Deringer trying to control the position from guard on top but Iwaga Genochin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Deringer dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Deringer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a shot to the body.
Iwaga Genochin takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Deringer misses with a straight left.
Deringer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Iwaga Genochin pivots, looking for a leg kick but Deringer is out of range and Iwaga Genochin settles back down.
Iwaga Genochin just misses with a punch to the body.
Iwaga Genochin lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Iwaga Genochin slips under a jab from Deringer.
Iwaga Genochin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Deringer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iwaga Genochin throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Deringer is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Iwaga Genochin with a body shot.
Deringer misses with a straight left.
Deringer throws a poor cross that misses
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Deringer digs a good body shot into Iwaga Genochin's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Deringer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Iwaga Genochin. #T1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Iwaga Genochin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Deringer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Patrick Deringer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Iwaga Genochin's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Deringer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Iwaga Genochin scrambles back to his feet.
Nice defenses there by Iwaga Genochin.#CL#
Iwaga Genochin rushes Deringer and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Deringer landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt. #TD#
Iwaga Genochin jumps guard and drags Deringer to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Iwaga Genochin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Iwaga Genochin is working hard here to advance position.
Iwaga Genochin is pulling down on Deringer's head. It's preventing any offense from Deringer, at least for the moment.#T2#
Deringer trying to control but Iwaga Genochin is working from the bottom.
Iwaga Genochin has control of Deringer's left arm, preventing Deringer from doing any damage.
Iwaga Genochin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Iwaga Genochin is pulling down on Deringer's head to control his posture.
Iwaga Genochin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Deringer is one step ahead there.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Iwaga Genochin wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Iwaga Genochin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Iwaga Genochin takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Deringer avoids the head kick by Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Iwaga Genochin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Deringer lands a glancing blow to the side of Iwaga Genochin's head.#TD#
Iwaga Genochin shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Deringer napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Deringer is being controlled here.
Deringer takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Deringer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Iwaga Genochin throws a sloppy head kick and Deringer moves out of range easily.
Deringer connects with a body shot.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Iwaga Genochin is defended easily by Deringer.
Deringer just misses with a punch to the body.
Deringer scores with a shot to the body.
Iwaga Genochin slips under a jab.
Iwaga Genochin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Deringer paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Patrick Deringer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Iwaga Genochin.
Deringer throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Iwaga Genochin stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Deringer blocks a low kick nicely.
Deringer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Deringer throws a looping overhand right but Iwaga Genochin ducks down to avoid it.
Iwaga Genochin looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Iwaga Genochin tries to clinch but Deringer moves out of range.
Deringer throws a body shot but no joy.
Iwaga Genochin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Deringer throws a hook but Iwaga Genochin avoids it easily.
Deringer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Deringer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Iwaga Genochin manages to avoid it.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to counter the offense by Deringer and move into the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Iwaga Genochin moves away from the strike by Deringer.
Iwaga Genochin looks to land a body kick but Deringer moved away.
Iwaga Genochin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Deringer.
Deringer misses with a looping left.
Deringer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A looping hook to the body misses from Deringer. Iwaga Genochin does a little dance to reset his feet.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to clinch.
Deringer lands a jab.
Iwaga Genochin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Deringer manages to avoid it.#T2#
Deringer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin cracks Deringer with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL#
Iwaga Genochin clinches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Deringer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Deringer stalling.
Deringer stalling in the clinch but Iwaga Genochin improves position.
Deringer tries to throw a body punch but Iwaga Genochin avoids it by throwing Deringer back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Deringer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Deringer taking a breather. #TD#
Iwaga Genochin manages to pull guard.
Deringer trying to control but Iwaga Genochin is working from the bottom.
Deringer is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Iwaga Genochin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Iwaga Genochin pulls Deringer in close to his closed guard and prevents Deringer from doing any damage or advancing position.
Deringer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Iwaga Genochin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Iwaga Genochin is pressing down on Deringer's thigh, looking to free his foot. Deringer is holding on for now. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Iwaga Genochin is working for a kimura but Deringer is defending it quite comfortably.
Still in half guard, Iwaga Genochin seems content to control.
Iwaga Genochin lands strikes from half guard.
Deringer is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Iwaga Genochin scores with a couple of nice shots.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Iwaga Genochin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Iwaga Genochin uses his free foot to push down on Deringer's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Deringer.

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 Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin.
I think Iwaga Genochin 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: TR33: Pimpin’ Pippen
Date: Mar 13, 2022

#R1#
Stayert dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Iwaga Genochin slips a jab and a cross from Stayert.
A good leg kick by Iwaga Genochin.
Stayert tries to bum rush Iwaga Genochin with a series of wild strikes but Iwaga Genochin uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Stayert will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Stayert throws a nice looking combination but Iwaga Genochin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A lazy left from Stayert finds it's target.
Stayert throws a series of punches but Iwaga Genochin avoids them all with ease.
Stayert swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Iwaga Genochin moves into range and clinches up with Stayert.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Iwaga Genochin lands a damaging elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stayert lands with a left to the head.
Stayert has a couple of punches blocked by Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin avoiding damage.
Stayert working aggressively here. #T1#
Iwaga Genochin gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Iwaga Genochin stalling.
Iwaga Genochin lands a damaging elbow.
Stayert's coach down at Cozad The Island was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Stayert's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Stayert is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Iwaga Genochin definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A nice left hand lands by Stayert.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a knee to the head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Iwaga Genochin takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Stayert avoids a wild elbow strike from Iwaga Genochin.
Come on Iwaga Genochin - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Iwaga Genochin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Stayert fails to land.
Stayert working aggressively here.
Stayert tries to break the clinch but Iwaga Genochin is controlling the position.
Stayert avoids a wild elbow strike from Iwaga Genochin.#T2#
Stayert blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Stayert blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin is struggling to control the position.
Iwaga Genochin pushes off an throws an elbow but Stayert leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stayert avoiding damage as Iwaga Genochin throws knees to the body.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a shot to the side of Stayert's head.
Iwaga Genochin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Stayert.
Stalling in the clinch from Iwaga Genochin.
Stayert tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Stayert avoiding damage as Iwaga Genochin throws knees to the body.
Iwaga Genochin missing with knees to the body.
Iwaga Genochin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Stayert wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Iwaga Genochin has him pressed against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin lands an elbow inside that Stayert shrugs off.
Iwaga Genochin pushes off an throws an elbow but Stayert leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T3#
Stayert blocks the elbow strike.
A shot in the inside from Stayert.
Iwaga Genochin working aggressively here.
Stayert blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Stayert tries to break the clinch but Iwaga Genochin is controlling the position.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a knee to the head.
Stayert works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Still in the clinch, Stayert scores with a nice short uppercut.
Stayert wants to stall.
Stayert misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Iwaga Genochin pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Stayert avoiding damage as Iwaga Genochin throws knees to the body.
Stayert pushes Iwaga Genochin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Iwaga Genochin slows down the pace here.
Stayert is trying to break free.#T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Stayert.
Stayert takes an elbow to the temple.
Stayert on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Stayert blocks the elbow strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Iwaga Genochin blocks a body shot from Stayert.
Stayert is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Stayert is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Iwaga Genochin is keeping busy.
Iwaga Genochin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Stayert.
Stayert tries to break free but Iwaga Genochin pushes him back against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin swings wildly with an uppercut but Stayert uses good head movement to avoid it.
Iwaga Genochin displaying some good clinch control by pressing Stayert up against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin stalls.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Stayert swinging wildly here.
Stayert comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Stayert uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Iwaga Genochin.
Stayert misses with a few strikes there.
A combination from Stayert does no damage.
Stayert misses with a two punch combination.
Iwaga Genochin takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Stayert throws a right hand that Iwaga Genochin ducks under and follows up with a left that Iwaga Genochin also avoids with ease.
A jab from Iwaga Genochin misses.
Iwaga Genochin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stayert misses with a two punch combination.
Stayert stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Iwaga Genochin.
Stayert misses with a hook. Iwaga Genochin ducked under it nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stayert fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Iwaga Genochin looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Stayert scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Stayert throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Iwaga Genochin throws a counter high kick but Stayert was just alert enough to avoid it.
Iwaga Genochin turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T1#
Stayert lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Iwaga Genochin circles away quickly and effectively.
Stayert wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Trace Stayert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Iwaga Genochin avoids a punch combination nicely.
Stayert throws a body punch but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Stayert.
Stayert throws a right hand that Iwaga Genochin ducks under and follows up with a left that Iwaga Genochin also avoids with ease.
A head kick from Iwaga Genochin lands but Stayert takes it in his stride.
Stayert looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Stayert is breathing heavily.
Iwaga Genochin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL#
Iwaga Genochin takes the fight into the clinch.
A short right from Stayert on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
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!
Stayert goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Iwaga Genochin has Stayert pressed against the cage, preventing Stayert from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Iwaga Genochin lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #T2#
Iwaga Genochin lands a nice elbow.
Iwaga Genochin throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Stayert's elbow.
Iwaga Genochin has Stayert pressed against the cage.
Stayert takes an elbow to the forehead.
Stayert fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Stayert gets through Iwaga Genochin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Iwaga Genochin lands an elbow inside.
Iwaga Genochin tries to throw a body punch but Stayert avoids it by throwing Iwaga Genochin back against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Iwaga Genochin blocks an uppercut.
Stayert misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Stayert tries to throw a body punch but Iwaga Genochin avoids it by throwing Stayert back against the cage.
Stayert throws a head punch that misses.
Iwaga Genochin trying to land knees to the body.
Stayert misses with a hook from the clinch.
Stayert has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Iwaga Genochin dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Stayert misses with a hook from the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Iwaga Genochin tries to land knees in the clinch but Stayert avoids the damage to the body.
Iwaga Genochin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin slows down the pace here.
Stayert has a couple of punches blocked by Iwaga Genochin. #T4#
Stayert takes an elbow to the temple.
A short right from Stayert.
Stayert blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Iwaga Genochin is stalling here.
Stayert avoiding damage as Iwaga Genochin throws knees to the body.
Stayert avoiding damage as Iwaga Genochin throws knees to the body.
Stayert blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Iwaga Genochin looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Iwaga Genochin comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Iwaga Genochin throws an elbow but it misses.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Stayert is defending well for now.
Stayert is looking to control Iwaga Genochin's arms but Iwaga Genochin gets an underhook and turns him. Now Stayert has his back to the cage.
Iwaga Genochin is struggling to control the position.
Iwaga Genochin working some nice short punches in the clinch.
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!
Stayert wants to break the clinch but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Trace Stayert will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Stayert looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A low kick lands for Iwaga Genochin.
Donk. Stayert catches Iwaga Genochin right on the button with a cross.#CL#
Iwaga Genochin clinches with his opponent.
Come on Iwaga Genochin - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Iwaga Genochin tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Iwaga Genochin blocks an uppercut.
Stayert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Iwaga Genochin backwards.
Stayert tries to break free but Iwaga Genochin pushes him back against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin keeps control of Stayert as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Stayert tries to throw a body punch but Iwaga Genochin avoids it by throwing Stayert back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stayert blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Stayert goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Stayert lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Iwaga Genochin backwards.
Stayert fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Iwaga Genochin creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Stayert's defenses.
Stayert misses with a short punch on the inside.
Stayert blocks the elbow strike.
Stayert cracks Iwaga Genochin with a nice body shot.
Iwaga Genochin unloads a knee to the mid-section.
The referee is keeping an eye on Iwaga Genochin - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Stayert swings wildly with an uppercut but Iwaga Genochin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Iwaga Genochin landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Stayert avoiding damage as Iwaga Genochin throws knees to the body.
Iwaga Genochin tries to land knees in the clinch but Stayert avoids the damage to the body.
Stayert blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Iwaga Genochin as Stayert tries to tie him up.
Stayert managing to block the knees to the body from Iwaga Genochin. #T2#
Stayert scores with a nice hook to the head.
Stayert managing to block the knees to the body from Iwaga Genochin.
Stayert avoiding damage as Iwaga Genochin throws knees to the body.
Stayert avoiding damage as Iwaga Genochin throws knees to the body.
Iwaga Genochin looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Stayert misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Stayert wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Iwaga Genochin is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Iwaga Genochin creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Stayert manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stayert takes an elbow to the forehead.
Stayert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Iwaga Genochin backwards.
Iwaga Genochin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Stayerts head. #T3#
Stayert misses with a punch to the body.
Stayert takes an elbow to the temple.
Stayert misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Iwaga Genochin cracks Stayert with a nice body shot.
Iwaga Genochin slows down the pace here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Iwaga Genochin.
Stayert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Iwaga Genochin backwards.
Iwaga Genochin stalling the fight.
Iwaga Genochin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Stayert backwards.
Stayert tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Iwaga Genochin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin gets through Stayert's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Iwaga Genochin controlling the action here for a moment.
Iwaga Genochin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Iwaga Genochin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Stayert backwards.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Iwaga Genochin lands a left hand. #ROC#Stayert is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Iwaga Genochin lands a nice elbow.
Stayert is still on wobbly legs! Can Iwaga Genochin finish him?
Iwaga Genochin lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Stayert to his knees! Iwaga Genochin keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
A relieved looking Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: TR24: Shooting Like Kobe
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
Iwaga Genochin will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Deringer throwing a counter right hand but Iwaga Genochin manages to avoid it.
Iwaga Genochin on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Deringer throws a hook but Iwaga Genochin avoids it easily.
Iwaga Genochin takes a jab right on the kisser.
Deringer scores with a jab to the head.
Deringer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Deringer throws a body punch but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
Iwaga Genochin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to chop away at Deringer's legs.
Deringer misses with a body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Deringer darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Deringer misses with a lunging right hand
and Iwaga Genochin counters with a leg kick.
Deringer throws a jab when Iwaga Genochin was well out of range.
Deringer scores with a jab to the body.
Iwaga Genochin fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Deringer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Deringer wants to clinch up but Iwaga Genochin keeps it at a distance.
Iwaga Genochin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Deringer.
Deringer cracks Iwaga Genochin with a right hand to the side of the head.
Patrick Deringer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Iwaga Genochin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Deringer throws out a loose jab but Iwaga Genochin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Iwaga Genochin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Deringer misses the target.
Iwaga Genochin walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Deringer checks a low kick from Iwaga Genochin.
Deringer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A punch lands to the side of Iwaga Genochin 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Iwaga Genochin takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Deringer looks to score with a jab to the body but Iwaga Genochin is just out of range.
Deringer takes a swing at Iwaga Genochin's ribcage but misses.
Deringer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to score with low kicks.
Deringer throws a body punch but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
Deringer lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Deringer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Iwaga Genochin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Deringer.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Deringer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Iwaga Genochin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Patrick Deringer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Deringer misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Iwaga Genochin! But no joy.
Iwaga Genochin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Deringer.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Deringer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Iwaga Genochin slips under a jab from Deringer.
Iwaga Genochin moves out of range as Deringer strikes.
Iwaga Genochin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Deringer throws a body punch but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range.
Iwaga Genochin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Deringer throws a shot to the body.
Iwaga Genochin connects with a solid leg kick.
Deringer throws a shot from downtown. Iwaga Genochin moves away and avoids it.
Iwaga Genochin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Deringer.
Despite the aggression on Iwaga Genochin's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Deringer thuds his right hand into Iwaga Genochin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD2#
Iwaga Genochin changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Deringer looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Iwaga Genochin taking a breather here. #T3#
Iwaga Genochin tries to advance to mount but can't.
Deringer takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Iwaga Genochin throws an elbow but Deringer slips to the side and avoids it well.
Deringer trying to remain calm as Iwaga Genochin controls from the top position.
Iwaga Genochin lands an elbow. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Iwaga Genochin scores with punches from side control.
Iwaga Genochin throws an elbow but Deringer slips to the side and avoids it well.
Iwaga Genochin remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #SUB2#
Iwaga Genochin is working to tighten his grip on Deringer's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Deringer has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Iwaga Genochin is really squeezing tight and eventually Deringer passes out! Iwaga Genochin breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
During a confident post fight interview, Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Rogues Invade On Saturday 5
Date: Feb 12, 2022

#R1#
Hall misses with an uppercut. Iwaga Genochin saw that one coming.
Iwaga Genochin only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a low kick.
Iwaga Genochin throws a head kick but Hall moves out of range.
Hall slips under a jab from Iwaga Genochin.
As Iwaga Genochin tries to get set, Hall tries to push him back and clinch up but Iwaga Genochin manages to avoid the attempt.
Iwaga Genochin gets off balance looking for a body kick#CL#
and Hall counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Hall slows down the pace here.
Hall jumps guard but Iwaga Genochin stands there with Hall around his waist. Hall gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Iwaga Genochin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Iwaga Genochin goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Iwaga Genochin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Iwaga Genochin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Iwaga Genochin throws a leg kick #CL#
and Hall holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Hall stalling.
Iwaga Genochin wants to stall.
Hall tries to land knees in the clinch but Iwaga Genochin avoids the damage to the body.
Iwaga Genochin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2#
Iwaga Genochin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Robbie Hall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a low kick as Hall jumps back.
Hall is looking to counter the offense by Iwaga Genochin and move into the clinch.
Iwaga Genochin scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hall doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Hall takes the fight into the clinch. #T2#
Iwaga Genochin tries to circle away but Hall has him pinned against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin throws an elbow that misses.
Hall misses with a body punch.
Iwaga Genochin throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Stalling in the clinch from Hall. #BC2#
Iwaga Genochin breaks the clinch.
Hall takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Iwaga Genochin throws a right hand that Hall ducks under and follows up with a left that Hall also avoids with ease.
Hall tries to counter by clinching up but Iwaga Genochin breaks away and moves out of range.
Iwaga Genochin throws a body kick that misses #CL#
and Hall counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Hall's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#TD#
Hall gets control of Iwaga Genochin's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hall will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Iwaga Genochin trying to stand up but can't free himself from Hall's guard.#T3#
Hall working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Iwaga Genochin is looking to stand up but Hall won't let him. #SUB#
Hall is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Iwaga Genochin frees his head nicely. Oh but Hall has switched to an armbar! Iwaga Genochin is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Robbie Hall!
An out of breath Robbie Hall thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TR04: Gunshots or Firework?!
Date: Jan 02, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Iwaga Genochin instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Iwaga Genochin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Iwaga Genochin clinches.
Brooks fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC2#
Iwaga Genochin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Iwaga Genochin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A counter left hand to the body from Brooks misses its target.
Brooks fails in his attempt to clinch.
A low kick lands for Iwaga Genochin.
Iwaga Genochin throws a sloppy head kick
and Brooks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Brooks 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iwaga Genochin throws an off balance right hand
and Brooks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Iwaga Genochin lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slow jab from Iwaga Genochin misses its intended target.
Brooks was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Iwaga Genochin throws an off balance right hand
and Brooks counters with a straight right hand.
Bronx Brooks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Iwaga Genochin throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Brooks counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Brooks enables Iwaga Genochin to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Brooks manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SU2#
Iwaga Genochin stands and steps away. Brooks gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Brooks is looking to clinch but Iwaga Genochin is avoiding it.
Iwaga Genochin throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL2#
Iwaga Genochin has closed the distance and engaged Brooks in a clinch. #BC2#
Iwaga Genochin breaks the clinch.
Brooks tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Iwaga Genochin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Brooks tries to clinch but Iwaga Genochin moves out of range. #CL2#
Iwaga Genochin gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2#
Brooks managing to block the knees to the body from Iwaga Genochin.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Iwaga Genochin tries to land a knee to the head but Brooks blocks with his arms.
Brooks tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Iwaga Genochin just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Iwaga Genochin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Iwaga Genochin throws a lazy head kick
and Brooks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a leg kick
and Iwaga Genochin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brooks scores with a body shot.
Iwaga Genochin moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #TD2#
Iwaga Genochin manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Brooks on his heels. He'll look to pass Brooks's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
Brooks looking for a guillotine here but Iwaga Genochin defends easily.
Iwaga Genochin scoring with some ground and pound.
Iwaga Genochin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Iwaga Genochin chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Brooks had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Iwaga Genochin defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Iwaga Genochin's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Brooks has his feet on Iwaga Genochin's thighs here. He's pushed Iwaga Genochin off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Iwaga Genochin screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bronx Brooks!
During a confident post fight interview, Bronx Brooks thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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