Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: OFK 399 - Wright Vs Edmonds
Date: May 04, 2024

#R1#
Virtainen takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jacckson lands a glancing blow to the side of Virtainen's head.
Jacckson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Virtainen moves away.
Virtainen feints a counter leg kick.
Jacckson works the jab nicely.
Jacckson stuns Virtainen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Virtainen throws a lazy right hand but Jacckson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD#
Jacckson looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Virtainen is pulling down on Jacckson's head. It's preventing any offense from Jacckson, at least for the moment.
Let's hope that Virtainen has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Jacckson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Virtainen controls Jacckson momentarily but Jacckson frees himself.
Virtainen pulls Jacckson in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Virtainen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jacckson.
Virtainen pulls Jacckson in close to prevent any damage.
Jacckson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Virtainen pulls Jacckson in to control the position.
Virtainen is trying to keep Jacckson in close. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jacckson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Virtainen on the side of the head.
Jacckson connects with a nice looking jab. #ROC#Virtainen is rocked!
Jacckson ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Virtainen's jaw. Virtainen's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Jacckson does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). KO Jacckson!
KO Jacckson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: OFK 396 - Johnson Vs Dudeson
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1##CL2#
Jacckson closes the distance and clinches.
Peramaki jumps guard but Jacckson stands there with Peramaki around his waist. Peramaki gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Jacckson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jacckson lands a shoulder strike.
Jacckson misses with an elbow over the top.
Peramaki tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jacckson just stands there and leans against the cage.
Jacckson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Peramaki lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jacckson.
Jacckson tries to work over Peramaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Peramaki pulls guard successfully.
Peramaki can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Jacckson controls the pace.#SUB#
Jacckson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Peramaki has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jacckson has managed to get both his arms back between Peramaki's legs - danger averted.
Jacckson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Peramaki has momentary wrist control but Jacckson slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Peramaki has his foot on Jacckson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jacckson works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Peramaki is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Jacckson frees his head nicely. Oh but Peramaki has switched to an armbar! Jacckson is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Kimmo Peramaki!

Event: DC 140: Wife v Ruyjini
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Jacckson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Korolev's guard.
Jacckson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Korolev wants to control but Jacckson passes easily into half guard.
Korolev keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jacckson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Jacckson is pressing down on Korolev's thigh, looking to free his foot. Korolev is holding on for now.
Jacckson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nice strikes from Jacckson there.
Jacckson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Korolev's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korolev on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Jacckson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jacckson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jacckson throwing shots but Korolev is blocking nicely.
Jacckson throwing shots but Korolev is blocking nicely. #T1#
Nice strikes from Jacckson there.
Jacckson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Korolev knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Korolev avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jacckson. #SUB2#
Jacckson wants to work for an arm triangle but Korolev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jacckson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Jacckson stalling away here and it's allowed Korolev to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Korolev 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.
Jacckson tries to free his leg and advance position but Korolev is retaining full guard.
Jacckson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jacckson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Korolev keeping moving, preventing Jacckson from controlling successfully.
Jacckson tries to free his leg and advance position but Korolev is retaining full guard. #T2#
Jacckson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jacckson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses.
Korolev is trying to control the position but Jacckson postures up.
Jacckson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jacckson tries to free his leg and advance position but Korolev is retaining full guard.
Jacckson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jacckson is working Korolev over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Korolev is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jacckson trying to control the position from guard on top but Korolev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Jacckson lands with a good body shot.
Korolev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jacckson.
Jacckson lands a right hook to the body.
Jacckson throws a head kick that misses.
Korolev lands a leg kick that knocks Jacckson off balance momentarily.
Korolev is looking to slow Jacckson down with leg kicks.
Korolev lands a leg kick that knocks Jacckson off balance momentarily.
Korolev misses with a leg kick.
Korolev throws a leg kick
and Jacckson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Alexander Korolev has been cut.
Korolev throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Jacckson counter with a right hand. #T4#
Jacckson lands with an uppercut that bounces Korolev off the cage and back into range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jacckson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jacckson checks a low kick from Korolev.
Jacckson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Korolev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Korolev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jacckson dives in and grabs Korolev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Korolev pushes down on Jacckson's head and hops out.
Korolev attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jacckson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Korolev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jacckson just misses with a punch to the body.
Korolev half committed to a counter leg kick.
Korolev does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Korolev attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jacckson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Jacckson shoots in and drives through. Korolev sprawls well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KO Jacckson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alexander Korolev's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Korolev connects with a solid leg kick.
Korolev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jacckson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Korolev connects with a looping right hand.
Korolev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Korolev swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Alexander Korolev is winning the standup battle so far.
Korolev misses with a looping right.
Jacckson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Korolev.
Korolev lands a nice looking kick to the body. Jacckson takes a step back to recover.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson lands with an uppercut that bounces Korolev off the cage and back into range.
Jacckson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Korolev defends well and Jacckson ends up having to push Korolev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Korolev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T1#
Korolev changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice body kick there by Korolev.
Korolev misses the shot to the body.
Jacckson misses with a body shot.
Jacckson wants to clinch.
Korolev works Jacckson's body with a nice hook.
Korolev throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Korolev throws a solid leg kick but Jacckson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Korolev.
Jacckson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Korolev.
Korolev shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Jacckson misses with a hook
and Korolev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Korolev chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Korolev throws a low kick but Jacckson avoids it.#CL2#
Jacckson drives through and clinches with Korolev against the cage.
Jacckson is trying to drag Korolev to the mat but Korolev just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Jacckson misses with a hook from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jacckson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Jacckson working aggressively here.
Korolev lands with a short shot to the head. #T3#
Jacckson is trying to pull guard but Korolev turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Alexander Korolev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of KO Jacckson.
Jacckson working aggressively here.
Jacckson misses with a punch to the body.
Jacckson misses with a punch on the inside.
Jacckson blocks a body shot from Korolev.
Nice body punch from Jacckson.
Jacckson has a couple of punches blocked by Korolev.
Jacckson can't find room to land a body shot as Korolev controls the action.
Korolev has a couple of punches blocked by Jacckson.
Jacckson working aggressively here.
Korolev prevents a body shot from Jacckson.
Jacckson scores with a shot to the side of Korolev's head. #BC#
Korolev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Korolev tried to score with a low kick but Jacckson checks it.
Korolev misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
A combination from Jacckson does no damage.
A combination from Jacckson does no damage.
Korolev staying out of range there.
Korolev fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jacckson checks it well. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Jacckson.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Korolev struggling a bit here.
Korolev taking a bit of punishment here - Jacckson scoring with strikes.
Korolev is not content to let Jacckson control the position. #SUB2#
Jacckson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Korolev knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Korolev dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Alexander Korolev's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Korolev scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Korolev thumps Jacckson with a low kick.
Korolev bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Korolev throws a body punch but Jacckson moves out of range.
Jacckson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Korolev thumps Jacckson with a low kick.
Jab from Korolev.
Jacckson throws a lazy head kick
and Korolev counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Korolev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A solid leg kick lands there for Korolev.
Korolev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jacckson.#CL2#
Jacckson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Jacckson wants to take the fight to the mat but Korolev manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Korolev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Korolev lands a right hand.
Korolev has a couple of punches blocked by Jacckson.
Korolev can't find room to land a body shot as Jacckson controls the action.
Jacckson lands a body shot.
Korolev misses with a hook to the ribs.
Korolev misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jacckson.
Jacckson misses with a body punch.
Jacckson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jacckson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Korolev seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Jacckson can turn it around.#T2#
Jacckson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Korolev to keep the fight standing.
Korolev misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Korolev.
Korolev blocking some punches.
Jacckson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jacckson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Korolev.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jacckson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Korolev lands with a left to the head.
Jacckson tries to pull guard but Korolev holds him up against the cage and eventually Jacckson drops back down to his feet.
Alexander Korolev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of KO Jacckson.#TD2#
Jacckson has Korolev pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Jacckson pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Korolev tumbling to the mat - Jacckson dives into Korolev's guard.
Jacckson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jacckson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Korolev working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jacckson. #T3#
Korolev wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Korolev is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jacckson advances position into side control!
Korolev can't do much from the bottom here.
Jacckson trying to control the position but Korolev is working away. #SUB2#
Jacckson is trying to get an arm triangle but Korolev is defending well.
Korolev is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #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.#SUB2#
Jacckson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Korolev knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Jacckson throws a strike aimed at the side of Korolev's head but Korolev avoids it well.
Check out the look on Jacckson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Jacckson throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Korolev tries to improve position but can't.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Alexander Korolev.
I think Korolev 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: WVT 219: Jiang v Assndrop
Date: Feb 03, 2024

#R1##CL2#
Jacckson has managed to clinch.
Jacckson misses with the head strike.
Luciano blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Luciano has a couple of punches blocked by Jacckson.
I was talking to Luciano's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Jacckson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jacckson lands a left hand.
Luciano throws a head punch that misses.
Luciano lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jacckson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Luciano gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Luciano lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jacckson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Luciano is defending well.
A head punch on the inside from Jacckson fails to land.
Jacckson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jacckson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Luciano.
Jacckson jumps guard but Luciano stands there with Jacckson around his waist. Jacckson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Antonio Luciano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of KO Jacckson.
Luciano gets underhooks to prevent Jacckson's takedown attempt.
Jacckson lands a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Luciano creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jacckson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Luciano lands a hook to the side of the head.
Luciano throws a head punch that misses.
Luciano pushes Jacckson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Luciano as Jacckson tries to tie him up.
Jacckson tries to throw a body punch but Luciano avoids it by throwing Jacckson back against the cage. #T1#
Jacckson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Jacckson lands with a left to the head.
Luciano with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Luciano pushes off an throws an elbow but Jacckson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Luciano misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Jacckson turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Jacckson manages to end up in side control.#SUB2#
Jacckson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Luciano has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Jacckson but great work by Luciano.
Jacckson manages to get back to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Jacckson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Luciano pulls his head out easily.
Luciano is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Jacckson tries to roll over but Luciano keeps him under control.
Luciano takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
Luciano continues to stall.
Jacckson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Luciano knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jacckson on the ground.
Luciano wants to take a breather but Jacckson is having none of it. #SUB2#
Jacckson actively working from the bottom here.
Jacckson is looking to improve his position.
Luciano is trying to control. Jacckson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Jacckson looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Jacckson is positioning himself well to prevent Luciano advancing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Jacckson actively working from the bottom here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Luciano in particular looking to stall.
Luciano has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jacckson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Jacckson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jacckson slips under a jab from Luciano.
Jacckson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Jacckson has knocked Luciano down with a huge combo! Jacckson steps away and waves a wobbly Luciano back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Luciano is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Antonio Luciano has been cut.
Luciano misses with a lunging right hand
and Jacckson scores with a counter punch that sends Luciano to the canvas! Jacckson smells blood - he's punishing Luciano with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Luciano has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). KO Jacckson!
KO Jacckson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WVT 211: Mathieu v Kok
Date: Jan 17, 2024

#R1#
Jacckson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wheeler circles away quickly and effectively.
Jacckson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wheeler throws out the jab.
Jacckson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Wheeler misses with a combination
and Jacckson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wheeler throws a nice looking combination but Jacckson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wheeler blocks a head kick by Jacckson.
Nice defenses there by Wheeler.
Wheeler appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jacckson avoids the head kick by Wheeler.
Jacckson tries to clinch up.
Jacckson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #CUT2#It looks like Rylan Wheeler has been cut.
Jacckson misses with a low kick.
Jacckson swings widly with a right hand
enabling Wheeler to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab from Wheeler.#T1#
Wheeler throws the left hand but Jacckson avoids the punch easily.
Jacckson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Jacckson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jacckson connects with a nice looking jab.
Wheeler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jacckson.
Wheeler scores with a punch to the head.
Jacckson throws a head kick but Wheeler moves out of range.
Jacckson lands with a shot to the body.
Wheeler jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Wheeler scores with a hook.
Wheeler misses with a few strikes there.
Jacckson throws out a counter right but Wheeler avoids it with no problem.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Jacckson has knocked Wheeler down with a huge combo! Jacckson steps away and waves a wobbly Wheeler back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Wheeler is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wheeler looks to land a combination but Jacckson avoids it well.
Jacckson only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Rylan Wheeler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jacckson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wheeler finds it's way round the side to connect with Jacckson's head. #T2#
Jacckson misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Wheeler on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wheeler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wheeler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jacckson moves away.
Jacckson drops Wheeler with a big left hand! Wheeler is injured, injured bad! Jacckson jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

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

Event: SPPS Evolution 9
Date: Jan 05, 2024

#R1#
Falandas slips under a jab.
Falandas uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jacckson.
Falandas takes one to the chin there.
Jacckson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jacckson misses the shot to the body.
Falandas tries to clinch up.
Jacckson tries to counter by closing the distance.
Jacckson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Falandas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Falandas tries to counter by clinching up but Jacckson breaks away and moves out of range.
Jacckson avoids the body shot from Falandas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Falandas.
Jacckson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Falandas scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Falandas looks to throw the jab but Jacckson is out of range.
Jacckson throws out a counter right but Falandas avoids it with no problem.
Falandas changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Falandas pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Good leg kick by Falandas.
Jacckson misses with a straight left.
Falandas wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Jacckson takes one on the button.
Falandas uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jacckson has time to react.
Jacckson misses the shot to the body.
Falandas wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Falandas throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A countering left hand to the body from Jacckson misses.
Falandas lands an overhand right.
Jacckson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Falandas is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jacckson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Falandas manages to avoid it.
Falandas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2#
Jacckson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jab from Falandas.
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!
Falandas keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Falandas is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Falandas throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice side step and Jacckson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Falandas misses with an uppercut. Jacckson saw that one coming.
Falandas throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Falandas ducks under a wild hook from Jacckson.
Falandas moves away from the strike by Jacckson.
Jacckson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Falandas is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jacckson slips a jab from Falandas.
Falandas slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mertis Falandas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jacckson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Jacckson! #CUT2#It looks like Mertis Falandas has been cut.#T3#
Jacckson throws a leg kick that misses.
Falandas is looking to slow Jacckson down with leg kicks.
Falandas lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Falandas throws a combination. Jacckson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jacckson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Falandas was well out of range. Poor timing from Jacckson.
Jacckson misses with a hook. Falandas ducked under it nicely.
Jacckson blocks a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Falandas.
Falandas avoids the body shot from Jacckson.
Falandas connects with an inside leg kick.
Jacckson lunges at Falandas with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Falandas's hand.
Falandas connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jacckson momentarily.
Falandas looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jacckson walks into a jab.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Falandas misses with a looping left.#CL#
Falandas clinches with his opponent. #TD#
Falandas pulls guard. #SUB#
Falandas throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jacckson wants to control from the top but Falandas keeps moving.
Jacckson throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Falandas looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jacckson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jacckson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Falandas avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mertis Falandas dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mertis Falandas's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Jacckson swings widly with a right hand
and Falandas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jacckson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Falandas tries a head kick but it misses.
Jacckson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jacckson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Falandas throws out the jab.
Jacckson tries to counter with a clinch but Falandas shakes him off and moves away.
Falandas tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from Jacckson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jacckson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Falandas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Jacckson blocks the leg kick.
Falandas tries to close the distance and clinch but Jacckson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Falandas moves into range and clinches up with Jacckson.
Jacckson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Falandas backwards.
Jacckson working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Falandas - that landed with a thud.
Falandas lands a knee to the body.
Falandas is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jacckson can do to turn this around?
Jacckson struggles to land a body shot inside as Falandas controls his hands. #T1#
Jacckson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Falandas tries a body shot but Jacckson blocks it.
Falandas misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jacckson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Falandas tries for a takedown. No joy.
Falandas misses with a hook to the ribs.
Falandas tries to throw a body punch but Jacckson avoids it by throwing Falandas back against the cage. #BC2#
Jacckson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Falandas throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Falandas scores with a nice head shot.
Jacckson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Falandas misses with an uppercut. Jacckson saw that one coming.
Falandas jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jacckson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Falandas wants to clinch.
Falandas backing away here, and Jacckson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Jacckson in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.#T2#
Falandas walks into a stiff left hand from Jacckson.
Falandas uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Falandas scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Falandas lands a nice looking kick to the body. Jacckson takes a step back to recover.
Jacckson throws a body punch but Falandas moves out of range.
Jacckson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jacckson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Falandas.#CL2#
Jacckson moves into the clinch.
Jacckson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Falandas's elbow.
Jacckson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Falandas's elbow. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Falandas.
Jacckson blocking some punches.
Jacckson avoiding damage as Falandas throws knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jacckson. #BC2#
Jacckson breaks from the clinch.
Jacckson ducks under a wild hook from Falandas.
Falandas throws a head kick but Jacckson moves out of range.
Mertis Falandas is winning the standup battle so far.
Jacckson's corner calls for a 1-2. Jacckson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jacckson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice cross by Jacckson.
Falandas keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Falandas throws a leg kick but Jacckson checks it.
Falandas darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Falandas tries to clinch there but Jacckson circles away. #T4#
Jacckson throws a sloppy head kick and Falandas moves out of range easily.
Jacckson drops his hands momentarily and Falandas takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice cross by Falandas.#CL#
Jacckson tries to keep at a distance but Falandas has taken the fight into the clinch.
Falandas tries to pull guard but Jacckson won't allow it.
Falandas scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Falandas is looking for a takedown.
We've been informed that Jacckson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mertis Falandas. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jacckson can't find room to land a body shot as Falandas controls the action.
Jacckson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jacckson misses with a punch on the inside.
Jacckson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jacckson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jacckson scores with a nice hook to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Jacckson.
Jacckson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Falandas lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Mertis Falandas will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mertis Falandas's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Jacckson digs a good body shot into Falandas's ribs.
Falandas tries to clinch but Jacckson moves away
and Jacckson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Falandas takes a swing at Jacckson's ribcage but misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jacckson. Falandas does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice defenses there by Jacckson.
Falandas tries to clinch but Jacckson moves out of range.
Jacckson throws a counter combo.
Jacckson walks into a straight right hand from Falandas.
Jacckson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Falandas misses with a hook.
It seemed like Jacckson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jacckson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Falandas dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Falandas chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Falandas's corner calls for a 1-2. Falandas obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Falandas tries to clinch
letting Jacckson counter with a right hand.
Falandas tries to clinch up.
Falandas throws a good cross that connects. #CL2#
Jacckson clinches with his opponent.
Jacckson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Falandas misses with a punch to the body.
KO Jacckson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jacckson lands with a left to the head.
Falandas blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Falandas misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jacckson lands a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Falandas throws a punch but it's blocked by Jacckson.
Falandas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jacckson misses with a punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Jacckson.
Falandas lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jacckson.
Jacckson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Falandas tries to work over Jacckson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mertis Falandas is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Jacckson swings wildly with an uppercut but Falandas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Falandas blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jacckson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Falandas blocks a body shot from Jacckson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Falandas. #BC2#
Jacckson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A chopping leg kick lands by Falandas.
Falandas throws a body punch but Jacckson moves out of range.
Jacckson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jacckson looks to land a right hand but Falandas moved out of range.
As Jacckson tries to get set, Falandas tries to push him back and clinch up but Jacckson manages to avoid the attempt.
A head kick misses from Falandas.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jacckson! But no joy.
Falandas misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jacckson. #T3#
Falandas throws a leg kick
and Jacckson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Falandas lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jacckson's sensitive parts.
Falandas fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jacckson.
Falandas works Jacckson's body with a nice hook.
Falandas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jacckson.
Falandas is looking to counter the offense by Jacckson and move into the clinch.
Falandas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jacckson feints the counter takedown.
KO Jacckson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Falandas avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jacckson on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL#
Falandas takes the fight into the clinch.
Jacckson pushes Falandas back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Jacckson cracks Falandas with a nice body shot.
Jacckson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jacckson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jacckson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Falandas with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jacckson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Falandas backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Falandas.
Jacckson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Falandas's elbow.
Jacckson tries to throw a body punch but Falandas avoids it by throwing Jacckson back against the cage.
Jacckson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Falandas blocks a punch to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
KO Jacckson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Falandas 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mertis Falandas!
A relieved looking Mertis Falandas thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: SPPS Evolution 7
Date: Dec 22, 2023

#R1#
Axelsen throws a leg kick but Jacckson checks it.
Axelsen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jacckson throws a lazy uppercut
and Axelsen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Jacckson closes the distance and clinches.
Jacckson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jacckson blocks an uppercut.
Jacckson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Jacckson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jacckson lands a shoulder strike.
Axelsen is trying to break free.
Axelsen lands with a short shot to the head.
Jacckson prevents Axelsen from breaking the clinch.
Axelsen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Axelsen tries to land knees in the clinch but Jacckson avoids the damage to the body.
I was talking to Axelsen's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Jacckson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jacckson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Axelsen's efforts to push away.
Jacckson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jacckson lands a hook that snaps the head of Axelsen backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short uppercut from Axelsen.
Jacckson tries a body shot but Axelsen blocks it.
Axelsen tries to throw a body punch but Jacckson avoids it by throwing Axelsen back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Jacckson. #T1#
Jacckson misses with some punches.
Jacckson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jacckson lands a nice shot to the body.
Axelsen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jacckson.
Jacckson tries a body shot but Axelsen blocks it.
Jacckson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Axelsen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #TD2#
Jacckson has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Axelsen is trying to keep an underhook but Jacckson manages to get the takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Jacckson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Jacckson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Axelsen defending well though.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jacckson connects with a nice short shot to Axelsen's temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Axelsen is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jacckson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Axelsen knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jacckson on the ground.
Axelsen has a hand on Jacckson's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Jacckson takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Jacckson raining down hammerfists from mount.
Jacckson dominating with strikes here.#T2#
Jacckson is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Axelsen can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
BOOM! Jacckson connects with a massive shot to the dome!
A nice elbow there by Jacckson.
Jacckson scoring with strikes but Axelsen is staying in there.
Axelsen is looking to get to half guard.
Jacckson is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Axelsen can't stay in a position like this for much longer. #ROC2#Axelsen is rocked!
Jacckson lands a heavy shot. That's hurt Axelsen! Jacckson sees the opportunity and turns up the heat - strike after strike land to the defenseless Axelsen and the ref dives in to save him! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). KO Jacckson!
During a confident post fight interview, KO Jacckson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SPPS Evolution 2
Date: Nov 17, 2023

#R1#
Jacckson misses the shot to the body.
Jacckson moves to clinch but Harris breaks away
and Harris counters with an inside leg kick.
Jacckson looks to land a combination. Harris sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Bastien Harris seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harris scores with a nice body kick.
Harris looks to land a left hand but Jacckson moved out of range nicely.
Harris jabs Jacckson right on the nose. Jacckson blinks but takes it well.
Harris throws out a loose jab but Jacckson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jacckson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A combination from Jacckson does no damage.
Harris looks to land a right hand but Jacckson moved out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jacckson! But no joy.
Harris takes one to the chin there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jacckson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Harris takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Harris misses with a straight left. #T1#
A cross from Harris lands.
Harris bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jacckson's head backwards.
A decent looking cross lands there for Harris.
Jacckson defending well as Harris loads up on a big left hand.
Jacckson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Harris connects with an inside leg kick.
Harris pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Harris misses with an uppercut. Jacckson saw that one coming.
Jacckson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Harris scores with a jab to the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Harris.
Harris connects with a nice looking jab.
A good leg kick by Harris.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Jacckson moves into the clinch successfully.
Jacckson scores with a hook to the body.#T2##BC#
Harris breaks the clinch.
Jacckson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Harris lands a nice shot that snaps Jacckson's head back.
Harris ducks under a wild hook from Jacckson.
Jacckson blocks a low kick nicely.
Harris loads up on a big right hand but Jacckson slips the punch.
Harris uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jacckson.
Harris throws a lazy body kick #CL2#
and Jacckson counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jacckson. #BC#
Harris breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Harris thows a leg kick but Jacckson checks it
and Jacckson counters with a straight right hand.
Harris scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Harris avoids the body shot from Jacckson.
Harris feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jaccksons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
An inside leg kick lands from Harris.
Harris throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Harris throws an overhand right that lands on Jacckson's shoulder, as Jacckson tries to avoid the shot.
Jacckson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Harris.
Jacckson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Harris connects with a crisp jab.
Harris lands a jab to the head.
Jacckson misses with a straight right.
Jacckson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Harris.
Jacckson checks the leg kick.
Harris throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Harris is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A solid leg kick lands there for Harris.
Harris works the jab nicely.
Harris lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jacckson looks to score with a jab to the body but Harris is just out of range.#T4#
Harris lands a head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Harris rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD2#
and Jacckson counters with a crisp one two that drops Harris! Jacckson thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Harris to his feet! Harris is in big trouble!#ROC2#Harris is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Bastien Harris has been cut.
Harris lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Oh Harris is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jacckson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Harris lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Harris pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've been informed that Jacckson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Harris misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jacckson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jacckson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Harris.
Jacckson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Harris throws a solid leg kick but Jacckson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Harris.
Harris is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A slow jab from Harris misses its intended target.
Harris seems to have got his legs back now.
Jacckson walks into a left hand.
The fighters circling - Harris throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jacckson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harris.
Harris throws a leg kick but Jacckson checks it.
Harris throws a shot from downtown. Jacckson moves away and avoids it.
Harris lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jacckson's sensitive parts.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bastien Harris dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bastien Harris's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Harris scores with a kick to the midsection.
Harris connects with the punch.
Jacckson misses with a left hand
and Harris counters with a nice uppercut.
Jacckson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harris.
Harris lands a lovely overhand right.
Decent striking displayed by Jacckson there.
Jacckson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A chopping leg kick lands by Harris.
Bastien Harris is winning the standup battle so far.
Jacckson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Harris.#CL2#
Jacckson has Harris up against the cage in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jacckson has a couple of punches blocked by Harris.
Jacckson cracks Harris with a nice body shot.#BC2#
Jacckson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice cross by Harris.#T1#
Jacckson blocks a head kick by Harris. #CL2#
Jacckson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Harris, pushing him back against the cage.
Jacckson misses with a body punch.
Harris blocking some punches. #BC#
Harris breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jacckson looks to throw the jab but Harris is out of range.
Harris lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A bone on bone clash there as Harris blocks the leg kick.
Harris throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jacckson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jacckson misses with a left hand
and Harris counters with a stiff right hand.
Jacckson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jacckson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Harris.
Harris looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Harris lands with an overhand left.
Harris is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Jacckson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Harris defending well as Jacckson loads up on a big left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Harris with a jab.
Harris throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jacckson moves out of range of the body kick.
Jacckson throws a right and a left that Harris avoids nicely.
Jacckson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Harris scores with the left hand. Jacckson knows he should have avoided that one.
Harris misses with a left hand
and Jacckson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A solid leg kick lands there for Harris.
Harris thumps Jacckson with a low kick.
Harris slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Harris slips a straight right by Jacckson.#T3#
Harris scoring well with a low kick there.
Jacckson 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.
Jacckson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Harris on the side of the head.
Harris is looking to chop away at Jacckson's legs.
Jacckson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Harris ducks under a wild hook from Jacckson.
Harris throwing a counter right hand but Jacckson manages to avoid it.
Jacckson misses with a series of wild punches.
Harris takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Harris throws a jab but it's blocked by Jacckson.
Harris scores with a punch to the head.
Jacckson misses with a body shot.
Jacckson defending well as Harris loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Harris slips under a jab.
Harris thuds his shin into the meat of Jacckson's side.
Good work by Jacckson as he checks the leg kick.
Harris throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harris throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Harris throws the left hand but Jacckson avoids the punch easily.
Harris throws a leg kick
and Jacckson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Harris missing with a left hand there. Jacckson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jacckson moves out of range of the leg kick from Harris.
Jacckson ducks under a wild hook from Harris.
Jacckson scores with a shot to the body.
Jacckson scores with a hook to the body. Harris takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bastien Harris dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bastien Harris's cut.
That's time! Harris's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Harris throws a leg kick #KD2#
and Jacckson counters with a crisp one two that drops Harris! Jacckson thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Harris to his feet! Harris is in big trouble!
Harris takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Harris connects with a leg kick.
Harris steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jacckson.
A little feinted left hand from Harris on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A low kick from Harris misses #CL2#
and Jacckson counters by moving into the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Jacckson.
A short right from Jacckson on the inside.
Jacckson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Harris's elbow.
Jacckson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Jacckson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jacckson wants to take the fight to the mat but Harris manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Jacckson turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Jacckson manages to end up in side control.
Jacckson throwing strikes but Harris manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Jacckson struggling a bit here.#T1#
Jacckson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Harris off and has taken his back!
Jacckson struggling to land strikes to the head as Harris covers up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Jacckson is looking for a rear naked choke here but Harris reverses the position brilliantly into Jacckson's guard!
Harris stopping the sweep attempt from Jacckson.
Jacckson is trying to control the position but Harris postures up.
Harris will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Jacckson pulls Harris in close to his closed guard and prevents Harris from doing any damage or advancing position.
Jacckson wants to stand but Harris is controlling the position. #T2#
Jacckson is pulling down on Harris's head. It's preventing any offense from Harris, at least for the moment.
Harris preventing the sweep.
Harris prevents Jacckson from getting back to his feet.
Harris stopping the sweep attempt from Jacckson.#ES2#
Jacckson manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T3#
Jacckson tries to work over Harris's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Harris's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Harris is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jacckson can do to turn this around?
Harris scores with a leg kick.
Harris lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A clash of legs there as Jacckson blocks the low kick.
Harris lands a lovely overhand right.
Nice cross by Harris.
KO Jacckson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jacckson misses with a lunging right hand
and Harris counters with a good low kick that Jacckson was not able to check.
A slapping leg kick lands for Harris.
Harris throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Harris throws a head kick but Jacckson moves out of range.
Jacckson punishes Harris's body with a nice straight punch.
Harris staying out of range there.#T4#
Harris fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jacckson.#CL2#
Jacckson has managed to clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Harris's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jacckson blocks a low kick nicely.
Jacckson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harris.
Jacckson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Harris pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jacckson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Harris lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jacckson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jacckson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Harris scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jacckson throws a body punch but Harris moves out of range.
Harris is looking to counter punch.
An inside leg kick lands from Harris.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to KO Jacckson.
I think Harris 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 Francis DeMontford scores the fight 29:28
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bastien Harris!

Event: SMFL 21 - O Brien vs. Hunt 3
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
Jacckson misses with a double jab.
Fallas is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Fallas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jacckson.
Fallas has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Jacckson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Fallas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jacckson swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD2#
Fallas drives through with a takedown into Jacckson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jacckson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fallas manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Fallas has Jacckson pulled in close to control his posture. #T1#
Jacckson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Fallas avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses.
Jacckson won't allow Fallas to sweep him here.
Jacckson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jacckson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jacckson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Fallas preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jacckson throwing strikes from guard but Fallas blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jacckson is working Fallas over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Fallas controls Jacckson momentarily but Jacckson frees himself. #T2#
Jacckson wants to control from the top but Fallas keeps moving.
Fallas has momentary wrist control but Jacckson slips an elbow through the middle.
Fallas has his hands on Jacckson's head, controlling the position.
Fallas looking to control.
Fallas might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jacckson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Jacckson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jacckson won't allow Fallas to sweep him here.
Fallas managing to control the position.
Jacckson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Fallas is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Jacckson takes a swing at Fallas's ribcage but misses.
Jacckson misses with a wild combination.
And Fallas tries to counter it with a takedown but Jacckson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice defenses there by Fallas.
Jacckson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fallas moves away.
Fallas with the counter takedown but Jacckson avoids it easily.
Jacckson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Jacckson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
KO Jacckson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jacckson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fallas.
Jacckson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fallas was well out of range. Poor timing from Jacckson.
Fallas shoots in for a double leg but Jacckson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jacckson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fallas under the eye.
Fallas staying out of range there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jacckson misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KO Jacckson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Fallas ducks under a wild hook from Jacckson.
Fallas changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A big left from Jacckson misses.
Jacckson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jacckson throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD2#
Fallas shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Jacckson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Jacckson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Jacckson wants to get back to full guard.
Fallas throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Fallas thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Fallas missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
Fallas lands strikes from half guard.#ES#
Jacckson kicks Fallas off and gets back to his feet.
Jacckson looks to land a combination but Fallas avoids it well.
Fallas drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Jacckson defends it well.
Jacckson throws a body punch but Fallas moves out of range.
Jacckson misses with an uppercut. Fallas saw that one coming.
Fallas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jacckson.
And Fallas tries to counter it with a takedown but Jacckson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jacckson swinging wildly here. #T2#
Jacckson throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Fallas counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jacckson!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fallas is working Jacckson over with some ground and pound from side control.
Fallas in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Jacckson managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Fallas.
Fallas trying to control the action but Jacckson is working from the bottom.
Jacckson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Fallas working Jacckson over with strikes.
Fallas sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jacckson defending well though. #SUB#
Jacckson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fallas seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jacckson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T3#
Fallas prevents Jacckson from standing back up.
Fallas trying to control the action but Jacckson is working from the bottom.
Jacckson is looking for a sweep. Fallas is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fallas working Jacckson over with strikes.
Fallas lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Fallas misses with a head shot. Jacckson uses the momentum to regain guard.
Jacckson is looking to stand up but Fallas isn't so interested in that idea. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jacckson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fallas is one step ahead there.
Jacckson is working hard here to advance position.
Fallas is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jacckson keeping moving, preventing Fallas from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fallas fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KO Jacckson dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Fallas shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Jacckson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Fallas checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#TD2#
Fallas closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Fallas lands in his opponent's guard.
Jacckson wants to stand and escape but Fallas is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson is trying to keep Fallas in close.
KO Jacckson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Fallas's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1#
Fallas with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jacckson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Fallas is controlling him.
Fallas must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Fallas throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fallas working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Jacckson's head.
Jacckson is looking to stand up but Fallas isn't so interested in that idea.
Jacckson keeping moving, preventing Fallas from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Jacckson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fallas.
Fallas changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Jacckson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fallas was well out of range. Poor timing from Jacckson.
Fallas changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Alistair Fallas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Fallas ducks under a wild hook from Jacckson.
And Fallas tries to counter it with a takedown but Jacckson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
KO Jacckson is winning the standup battle so far.
Jacckson thuds his right hand into Fallas's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A jab from Jacckson misses.
KO Jacckson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fallas shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jacckson defends it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Jacckson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jacckson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Fallas momentarily. #T3#
Fallas tries for a takedown but Jacckson circles away easily
and Jacckson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
KO Jacckson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alistair Fallas.
A jab lands there for Jacckson.
Jacckson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The fighters circling - Jacckson throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Jacckson scores with a hook.#TD2#
Fallas gets the takedown into side control.
Fallas working away.
Jacckson pushes Fallas away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Fallas gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Jacckson is looking for a sweep.
Fallas working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fallas tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Jacckson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Fallas.
Jacckson wants to control but Fallas postures up.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... KO Jacckson!
A very excited looking KO Jacckson 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: SMFL 17 - Shields vs. Metharom
Date: Jun 17, 2023

#R1#
Jacckson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sitsongrit. Sitsongrit obviously looking to wear him down.
Sitsongrit walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CUT#It looks like Kongthoranee Sitsongrit has been cut.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jacckson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sitsongrit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sitsongrit misses with a straight right. #CL2#
Sitsongrit clinches up against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Jacckson.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
Jacckson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Jacckson wants to stand but Sitsongrit is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson being controlled here, momentarily.
Jacckson controlling the position.#T1#
Jacckson trying to keep a closed guard but Sitsongrit is proving a slippery customer.
Jacckson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sitsongrit controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jacckson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sitsongrit really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jacckson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sitsongrit not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Jacckson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#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.
Jab by Jacckson.#TD#
Jacckson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Jacckson showed some decent athleticism there. #ES2#
Sitsongrit kicks Jacckson off and gets back to his feet.
Jacckson scores with a decent looking hook.
Jacckson avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
It looked like Jacckson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jacckson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jacckson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T3#
Sitsongrit lands with a right hand.
Jacckson throws out a powerful jab.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice strike.
Sitsongrit slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A lazy left from Sitsongrit finds it's target.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice head shot.
Jacckson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick which misses Jacckson's front leg but catches the back leg as Jacckson tries to avoid it.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Jacckson is just out of range.#T4#
Jacckson throws a jab but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Jacckson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jacckson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sitsongrit defending well as Jacckson loads up on a big left hand.
Jacckson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sitsongrit at a distance.
Jacckson slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a left hand
and Jacckson counters with a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jacckson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Jacckson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jacckson stuns Sitsongrit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sitsongrit is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kongthoranee Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kongthoranee Sitsongrit's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Sitsongrit dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jacckson. That did some damage!
Sitsongrit misses with a jab to the body
and Jacckson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sitsongrit has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Jacckson connects with a crisp jab. #ROC#Sitsongrit is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Kongthoranee Sitsongrit's cut even more.
Jacckson throws an off balance right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sitsongrit is still on wobbly legs! Can Jacckson finish him?
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the body.
Jacckson slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.#TD#
Jacckson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Sitsongrit quickly recovers to half guard.
Jacckson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sitsongrit wants to get back to his feet.
Jacckson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Jacckson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jacckson is thwarting Sitsongrit's attempts to control the position.
Sitsongrit on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Sitsongrit blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jacckson.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jacckson connects with a nice short shot to Sitsongrit's temple.
Jacckson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Sitsongrit is looking for a sweep. Jacckson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sitsongrit is trying is best to control the position here.
Jacckson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Jacckson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Jacckson wants to pass the guard but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Jacckson is thwarting Sitsongrit's attempts to control the position.
Jacckson misses with a head shot. Sitsongrit uses the momentum to regain guard.
Sitsongrit seems to have recovered his senses.
Jacckson throwing strikes but missing.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sitsongrit can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Jacckson cracks Sitsongrit with a solid left hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jacckson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sitsongrit keeping moving, preventing Jacckson from controlling successfully.
KO Jacckson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jacckson passes into half guard.
Jacckson is trying to control the action in half guard but Sitsongrit is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Jacckson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jacckson lands a nice short elbow.
Sitsongrit keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Sitsongrit is controlling Jacckson's trapped leg to prevent Jacckson from advancing to side control.#T3#
Sitsongrit tries to roll over but Jacckson keeps him under control.
Sitsongrit won't allow Jacckson to pass to mount.
Jacckson trying to control the action but Sitsongrit is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Jacckson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sitsongrit sees it coming and defends easily.
Sitsongrit looks like he's trying to stand up.
Jacckson lands strikes from half guard.
Sitsongrit wants to get back to his feet.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jacckson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jacckson throwing shots but Sitsongrit is blocking nicely.
Sitsongrit wants to control but Jacckson is keeping busy. #ES2#
Sitsongrit makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jacckson.
Jacckson misses with a right hand
and Sitsongrit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sitsongrit is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Some bone on bone action there as Jacckson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL#
Jacckson closes the distance and clinches.
Jacckson wants to break free but Sitsongrit has control.
Jacckson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sitsongrit walks away with a smile on his face. Jacckson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KO Jacckson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kongthoranee Sitsongrit's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Jacckson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jacckson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jacckson.#CUT#The cut above Kongthoranee Sitsongrit's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A jab from Sitsongrit misses.
A little feinted left hand from Jacckson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jacckson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sitsongrit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A left lands for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Jacckson.
Sitsongrit checks a low kick from Jacckson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit jabs Jacckson right on the nose. Jacckson blinks but takes it well.
Sitsongrit fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jacckson scores with a jab to the body.#T1##TD#
Jacckson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.

Sitsongrit throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Jacckson.
Jacckson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sitsongrit tries a quick counter leg kick but Jacckson is wise to it.
Jacckson looks to score with a jab to the body but Sitsongrit is just out of range.
Sitsongrit staying out of range there.
Sitsongrit feints a counter leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a right hand that misses
and Jacckson counters with a straight right hand.
A shot to the body from Jacckson misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jacckson throws an off balance right hand
and Jacckson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Jacckson avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit lands a jab.
A left lands for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jacckson at a distance.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit lands a right hook to the body.
Jacckson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sitsongrit swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Jacckson.#T3#
Jacckson wants to clinch up but Sitsongrit keeps it at a distance.
Sitsongrit throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jacckson on the side of the head.
Sitsongrit is looking to clinch but Jacckson is avoiding it.
Jacckson throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
Sitsongrit with a hook.
Nice uppercut lands for Sitsongrit. That snapped Jacckson's head back.
A shot to the body from Jacckson misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
It looked like Jacckson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sitsongrit.
Jacckson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.#T4#
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jacckson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sitsongrit defends it nicely.
Sitsongrit looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KO Jacckson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jacckson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sitsongrit throws a quick inside leg kick.
A big left from Sitsongrit misses.
Sitsongrit scores with a leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sitsongrit 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kongthoranee Sitsongrit!

Event: SMFL 15 - Chretien vs. Raikov
Date: May 20, 2023

#R1#
Jacckson throws an off balance right hand
and Belmond counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Belmond closes the distance and clinches.
Jacckson working aggressively here.
Belmond lands with a light punch inside.
Jacckson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #TD#
Jacckson has hold of one of Belmond's legs. Belmond is fighting the takedown attempt but Jacckson gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Jacckson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jacckson throws a strike but Belmond rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Belmond slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Jacckson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jacckson wants to get back to his feet but Belmond is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Jacckson trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Belmond stays in close to Jacckson's body and controls the position.
Jacckson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jacckson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Belmond's guard. #REVR#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jacckson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jacckson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jacckson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Belmond is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jacckson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jacckson throwing strikes from guard but Belmond blocks nicely.
Jacckson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Jacckson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Belmond working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jacckson.
Belmond has control of Jacckson's left arm, preventing Jacckson from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jacckson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jacckson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Jacckson cracks Belmond with a solid left hand.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses.
Jacckson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jacckson is looking to advance position but Belmond has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jacckson is trying to get back to his feet but can't. #T3#
Jacckson is working to get back to half guard.
Belmond blocks Jacckson's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Jacckson is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Belmond takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jacckson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Belmond prevents Jacckson from getting the reversal.
Jacckson tries to lock up and control but Belmond gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jacckson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Belmond tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Jacckson working to try and regain half guard.
Jacckson wants to control but Belmond is having none of it.
Belmond controlling his opponent.
Jacckson is trying desperately to improve position.
Jacckson wants to control but Belmond is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that KO Jacckson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Belmond swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Belmond shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jacckson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Belmond is fending him off so far but Jacckson persists. Nope, Belmond circles away and we're back to standing.
Belmond scores with a spinning back kick!
Jacckson ducks under a wild hook from Belmond.
Belmond throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Jacckson checks the leg kick.
Jacckson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jacckson looks to land a right hand but Belmond moved out of range.
A low kick lands for Belmond.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Belmond missing with a left hand there. Jacckson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An inside leg kick lands from Belmond.
Belmond scores with a sloppy right hand. Jacckson should have avoided that one.
Good shot there by Jacckson.#CUT#It looks like Itziar Belmond has been cut.
Jacckson throws a jab when Belmond was well out of range.#T1#
Belmond stuns Jacckson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
Jacckson instigates a clinch.
A short uppercut from Jacckson.
Jacckson content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Jacckson tries a body shot but Belmond blocks it.
A short left from Jacckson. #TD#
Jacckson lands a takedown into guard.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses.
Belmond looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Belmond pulls Jacckson in close to prevent any damage.
Jacckson wants to control from the top but Belmond keeps moving.
Jacckson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Belmond avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jacckson throwing strikes from guard but Belmond blocks nicely.
Belmond looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Belmond avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jacckson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
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!
Belmond working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jacckson.
Jacckson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Belmond looking to control.
Belmond is controlling Jacckson's posture.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Jacckson distracts Belmond with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jacckson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jacckson cracks Belmond with a solid left hand.#ROC#Belmond is rocked!
Jacckson loads up on a big left hand. Belmond felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Jacckson looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Belmond can't hide his disappointment, as Jacckson celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). KO Jacckson!
A relieved looking KO Jacckson 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: SMFL 12 - Chai vs. Vitalik
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Metharom throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Metharom tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jacckson is able to avoid easily.
Jacckson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Metharom looks for the body kick but Jacckson saw that one coming.
A low kick lands for Metharom.
Metharom tests Jacckson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jacckson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jacckson throws a looping overhand right but Metharom ducks down to avoid it.
Metharom connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Metharom with the inside leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Metharom.
A lazy body kick from Metharom
and Jacckson counters with a right hand to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Metharom is looking to land body kicks.
Jacckson cracks Metharom with an open hand slap.
Jab by Metharom.#T1#
Metharom walks into a stiff left hand from Jacckson.#CUT#It looks like Somporn Metharom has been cut.
Metharom thows a left - swing and a miss!
A shot to the body from Metharom misses
and Jacckson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jacckson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Metharom throws a head kick but Jacckson moves out of range.
Metharom dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jacckson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jacckson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Somporn Metharom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Metharom scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jacckson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Metharom has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Metharom lands a head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jacckson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Metharom is fending him off so far but Jacckson persists. Nope, Metharom circles away and we're back to standing.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Metharom.
Jacckson throwing a counter right hand but Metharom manages to avoid it.
Metharom connects with a body shot that sends Jacckson's belly button to the back.#T2#
Metharom lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Jacckson moves away from the strike by Metharom.
Jacckson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Metharom defends it nicely.
Metharom scores with a nice head shot.#TD#
Jacckson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Metharom quickly recovers to half guard.
Metharom blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jacckson.
Metharom preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Jacckson is nestled in close to Metharom, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Metharom blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jacckson.
Jacckson thows a huge punch but Metharom dodges it nicely.
Metharom avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jacckson.
Jacckson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Metharom tries to roll over but Jacckson keeps him under control.
Jacckson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've been informed that Metharom has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Metharom is trying to control but can't.
Metharom is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jacckson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Metharom's head.
Jacckson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Jacckson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Metharom controlling the position well.
Jacckson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T4#
Jacckson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Metharom is looking to escape.
Jacckson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Metharom defending well though.
Jacckson prevents Metharom from improving his position.
Jacckson drops an elbow to the side of Metharom's head.
Metharom is positioning himself well to prevent Jacckson advancing to mount. #SUB#
Jacckson 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.
Jacckson passes to side control.
Jacckson landing a few strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Somporn Metharom dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Somporn Metharom's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Metharom throws a body shot but no joy.
Metharom throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Metharom throws a sloppy head kick
and Jacckson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jacckson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Metharom scores with a jab to the body.
Jacckson throws a right hand that misses
and Metharom counters with a straight right hand.
Jacckson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Metharom scores with a jab to the head.
Jacckson moves out of range of the body kick from Metharom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Metharom moves out of range of the strikes.
Jacckson lands a jab.
Metharom throws a hook but Jacckson blocks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Metharom takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Metharom scoring well with a low kick there.
Jacckson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CL#
Jacckson has Metharom up against the cage in a clinch.
Metharom pushes off an throws an elbow but Jacckson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Jacckson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jacckson goes for a takedown attempt but Metharom pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jacckson scores with the left hand. Metharom knows he should have avoided that one. #CL#
Jacckson forces Metharom back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Jacckson breaks the clinch.
Jacckson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Metharom connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jacckson. Jacckson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T2#
Metharom misses with a right hand
and Jacckson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Metharom lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jacckson at a distance.
Jacckson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Metharom.
Jacckson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A telegraphed right hand from Jacckson misses the target.
Jacckson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jacckson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Metharom connects with a single shot there.
Jacckson throws the left hand but Metharom avoids the punch easily.
Metharom defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jacckson.
Metharom's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jacckson under the eye.
Jacckson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Metharom.
Jacckson tries to clinch but Metharom moves away
and Metharom counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jacckson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T3#
Jacckson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Metharom.
Metharom throws a body punch but Jacckson moves out of range.
Metharom throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jacckson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Metharom lands with a kick to the ribs.
Metharom misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Jacckson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Metharom.
Metharom throws a leg kick which misses Jacckson's front leg but catches the back leg as Jacckson tries to avoid it.
Jacckson tries to clinch up but Metharom circles away and keeps his distance.
Jacckson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Metharom missing with a left hand there. Jacckson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jacckson attempts a counter takedown but Metharom avoids it well and moves away.
Metharom jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Metharom throws a lazy uppercut
and Jacckson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Somporn Metharom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Metharom, as that shot connected. #T4#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Metharom.
Somporn Metharom seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jacckson tries to clinch up.#CL#
Jacckson moves into the clinch successfully.
Jacckson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jacckson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Metharom avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KO Jacckson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jacckson misses with some punches.
Jacckson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Metharom to keep the fight standing.
Jacckson swings wildly with an uppercut but Metharom uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Metharom's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Metharom throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jacckson misses with a shot to the body
and Metharom counters with a nice uppercut.
Metharom rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Metharom takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Metharom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Somporn Metharom showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Somporn Metharom's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Metharom takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Metharom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jacckson throws out the jab.
Metharom slips a jab from Jacckson.
Metharom connects with a nice looking jab.
Jacckson tries to move into range but Metharom moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by Metharom.
Jacckson walks into a jab.
Jacckson fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Metharom throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jacckson on the side of the head. #T1#
Metharom avoids a kick to the body.
Jacckson throws a shot from downtown. Metharom moves away and avoids it.
Metharom connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jacckson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Metharom has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jacckson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Metharom throws a leg kick
and Jacckson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jacckson misses with a right hand
and Metharom counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Jacckson thinking.
Metharom goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Metharom bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Metharom getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Jacckson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Metharom on his heels. He'll look to pass Metharom's guard now, I'm sure.
KO Jacckson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jacckson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Metharom is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Jacckson is controlling him.
Jacckson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jacckson landing with the ground and pound.
Jacckson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Metharom looking for a sweep. Not yet Metharom, not yet.
Jacckson postures up in Metharom's guard and throws a big left but Metharom blocks it.
Jacckson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Metharom is trying to control the position but Jacckson postures up.
Metharom managing to control the position.
Metharom not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jacckson wants to control from the top but Metharom keeps moving.
Jacckson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Metharom is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jacckson stopping the sweep attempt from Metharom.
Jacckson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Metharom wants to stand and escape but Jacckson is having none of it.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jacckson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Metharom.
KO Jacckson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Metharom lands a head shot.
Jacckson moves away from the strike by Metharom.
Jacckson is looking to counter the offense by Metharom and move into the clinch.
Jacckson just misses with a punch to the body.
Jacckson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jacckson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jacckson looks to land a left hand but Metharom moved out of range nicely.
Metharom fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T4#
Jacckson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Metharom looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jacckson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Metharom was well out of range. Poor timing from Jacckson.
Metharom connects with a high kick.
Metharom misses the body punch
enabling Jacckson to counter with a crisp jab.
Jacckson lunges at Metharom with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Metharom's hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Metharom misses with a head kick. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Jacckson misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Metharom's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jacckson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Somporn Metharom is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jacckson throws a shot from downtown. Metharom moves away and avoids it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Somporn Metharom!

Event: SMFL 8 - Chretien vs. Nimitz
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1##TD#
Jacckson gets a double leg takedown into McDonald's guard.
Jacckson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Jacckson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jacckson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of McDonald's head.
Jacckson connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
McDonald is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jacckson stands up over McDonald, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Jacckson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jacckson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jacckson won't allow McDonald to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonald trying to keep a closed guard but Jacckson is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
McDonald looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
McDonald looking to control. #SUB2#
McDonald looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jacckson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T1##SUB2#
McDonald is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jacckson defends well.
McDonald keeping full guard, as Jacckson tries to pass.
Jacckson is working McDonald over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Jacckson got a little sloppy there for a moment and McDonald has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jacckson has managed to get both his arms back between McDonald's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Jacckson avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
McDonald has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jacckson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
McDonald had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jacckson defends it easily.#T2#
McDonald keeping moving, preventing Jacckson from controlling successfully.
Jacckson is in close to McDonald's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jacckson trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonald is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jacckson chips away with some ground and pound.
Jacckson postures up and lands a big shot to McDonald's brow.
Jacckson with a nice head shot there.#ROC#McDonald is rocked!
Jacckson gets to his feet and stands over McDonald, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! McDonald felt that one! Jacckson unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save McDonald from any more punishment!

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

Event: SMFL 6
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1#
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jacckson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Jacckson thinking.
Jacckson cracks Sitsongrit with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jacckson misses with a takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a slapping leg kick.
Jacckson throws out a loose jab but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit tries a quick counter leg kick but Jacckson is wise to it.
Sitsongrit jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit lands a glancing blow to the side of Jacckson's head.
Sitsongrit tests Jacckson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sitsongrit cracks Jacckson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jacckson throws out the jab.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sitsongrit moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sitsongrit lands with a straight right. Jacckson didn't see that one coming.
Jacckson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sitsongrit defending well as Jacckson loads up on a big left hand.
Jacckson lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#It looks like Kongthoranee Sitsongrit has been cut.
Sitsongrit connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jacckson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jacckson takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Jacckson checks the leg kick nicely there. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice sprawl there from Sitsongrit as Jacckson shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KO Jacckson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sitsongrit lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jacckson throws an off balance right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a left to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Jacckson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A clash of legs there as Jacckson blocks the low kick.
Sitsongrit scores with a spinning back kick!
Nice shot lands for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit takes one to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Jacckson had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Sitsongrit's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jacckson under the eye.#T3#
Jacckson lands with a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Jacckson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sitsongrit fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jacckson on the side of the head.
Jacckson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jacckson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jacckson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jacckson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jacckson takes one on the button.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Jacckson.#T4#
Jacckson misses with a hook.
Sitsongrit connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jacckson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Jacckson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jacckson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jacckson shoots in and drives through. Sitsongrit sprawls well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sitsongrit! But no joy.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Jacckson misses its target.
Jacckson misses with a looping left.
Jacckson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit circles away.
Jacckson dives in and grabs Sitsongrit's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit pushes down on Jacckson's head and hops out.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kongthoranee Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kongthoranee Sitsongrit's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Jacckson lands a glancing blow to the side of Sitsongrit's head.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Jacckson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Good standup being displayed there by Sitsongrit as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Jacckson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Jacckson showed some decent athleticism there.
Sitsongrit keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jacckson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sitsongrit defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit keeping hold of Jacckson's head, controlling as best he can.
Sitsongrit blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jacckson.
Sitsongrit is looking for a sweep. Jacckson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jacckson winds up and cracks Sitsongrit with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Sitsongrit taking some punishment here, with Jacckson in his half guard.
Sitsongrit pushes Jacckson off looking to stand but Jacckson dives back in and keeps control. #SUB#
Jacckson is looking for a kimura here.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jacckson lands a nice short elbow.
Sitsongrit wants to get back to his feet.
Sitsongrit is trying to control but can't.
Jacckson working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Jacckson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sitsongrit wants to control but Jacckson is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Jacckson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Jacckson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sitsongrit preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Sitsongrit keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jacckson thows a huge punch but Sitsongrit dodges it nicely.
Sitsongrit trying to control here.
Sitsongrit wants to improve his position but Jacckson is controlling well.
Jacckson throwing shots but Sitsongrit is blocking nicely.
Jacckson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jacckson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
KO Jacckson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Sitsongrit avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jacckson.
Sitsongrit is staying active underneath Jacckson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sitsongrit can do anything to dispel that myth.
Jacckson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sitsongrit defending well though.
Jacckson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jacckson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sitsongrit blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jacckson.
Sitsongrit manages to get to full guard.
Jacckson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jacckson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jacckson postures up in Sitsongrit's guard and throws a big left but Sitsongrit blocks it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sitsongrit looking for a sweep. Not yet Sitsongrit, not yet.
Sitsongrit wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
Jacckson postures up.
Jacckson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Sitsongrit trying to keep a closed guard but Jacckson is proving a slippery customer.
Sitsongrit is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Jacckson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jacckson distracts Sitsongrit with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#ROC#Sitsongrit is rocked!
Sitsongrit avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sitsongrit is still in real trouble! Can Jacckson finish him?
Jacckson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jacckson is working Sitsongrit over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Sitsongrit wants to stand up but Jacckson is controlling him.
Jacckson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KO Jacckson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kongthoranee Sitsongrit's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Sitsongrit bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jacckson's head.
Sitsongrit connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jacckson momentarily.
Sitsongrit seems to have recovered his senses.
Jacckson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sitsongrit to score with a decent uppercut.
Jacckson goes for a double leg but Sitsongrit avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sitsongrit continues to drive forward.
Jacckson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sitsongrit's elbow.
Jacckson prevents a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands with a left to the head.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Jacckson avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Jacckson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Sitsongrit fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sitsongrit wants it to stay on the feet.
Sitsongrit has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KO Jacckson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jacckson throws a right hand that misses
and Sitsongrit counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jacckson wants to clinch
and Sitsongrit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sitsongrit throws a body shot but no joy.
Jacckson tries a low kick but Sitsongrit avoids it.
Jacckson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sitsongrit lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jacckson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Jacckson moves forwards but Sitsongrit connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sitsongrit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jacckson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit jabs Jacckson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sitsongrit connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jacckson momentarily. #TD#
Jacckson scores with a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.
Jacckson won't allow Sitsongrit to get back to his feet.
Sitsongrit preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sitsongrit is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Sitsongrit has Jacckson pulled in close to control his posture.
Jacckson postures up in Sitsongrit's guard and throws a big left but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Jacckson throws a big elbow that misses.
Jacckson stops Sitsongrit from standing up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jacckson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jacckson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jacckson landing some decent shots from guard.
Sitsongrit is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Jacckson postures up.
Jacckson with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Jacckson stopping the sweep attempt from Sitsongrit.
Jacckson postures up and lands a big shot to Sitsongrit's brow.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Jacckson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#CUT#That has opened up Kongthoranee Sitsongrit's cut even more.
Jacckson looking to pass the guard.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jacckson trying to control but Sitsongrit is working from the bottom.
Sitsongrit preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sitsongrit really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jacckson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sitsongrit is trying to keep Jacckson in close.
Jacckson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sitsongrit 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kongthoranee Sitsongrit!

Event: SMFL 3
Date: Nov 27, 2022

#R1##CL#
Jacckson clinches up with Read and pushes him back against the cage.
Read blocks an uppercut.
Read blocks a body shot from Jacckson.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jacckson.
A short right from Read.
Jacckson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jacckson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Read tries to throw a body punch but Jacckson avoids it by throwing Read back against the cage.
Jacckson is looking for a takedown.
Jacckson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KO Jacckson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jacckson misses with some punches.
Read blocks a body shot from Jacckson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson is trying to drag Read to the mat but Read just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Jacckson misses with some punches.
Jacckson tries to throw a body punch but Read avoids it by throwing Jacckson back against the cage.
Read misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jacckson. #T1#
Jacckson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Read trying to land knees to the body.
Jacckson tries for a takedown. No joy.
A short right from Jacckson on the inside.
Jacckson working aggressively here.
Jacckson throws a punch but it's blocked by Read.
Jacckson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've been informed that Read has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Read tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jacckson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Read lands with a left to the head.
Read is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Read stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Read utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Read is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Jacckson is defending well for now.
Read with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Read tries to land a knee to the head but Jacckson blocks with his arms.
Read blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jacckson misses with a body punch. #T2#
Jacckson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jacckson misses with the head strike.
Jacckson managing to block the knees to the body from Read.
Jacckson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jacckson misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Jacckson jumps into guard, dragging Read to the mat.
Read stopping the sweep attempt from Jacckson.
Jacckson is trying to control the position but Read postures up.
Jacckson 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.
Read tries to stand but Jacckson is controlling from the bottom.
Jacckson wants to stand up but Read is controlling him.
Jacckson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Read would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Read stops Jacckson from standing up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Read tries to close the distance and clinch but Jacckson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Read closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Jacckson misses with a body punch.
Jacckson misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Jacckson fails to land.
Jacckson has Read pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Read manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Jacckson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jacckson takes a knee right on the jaw!
Jacckson tries to throw a body punch but Read avoids it by throwing Jacckson back against the cage.
Read tries to land a knee to the head but Jacckson blocks with his arms.
Read misses with a knee strike.
Read using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jacckson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Read is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T4##BC#
Jacckson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Read moves into the clinch.
A short right from Jacckson on the inside.
Jacckson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jacckson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jacckson can't find room to land a body shot as Read controls the action.
Jacckson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Reads head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Read prevents a body shot from Jacckson.
Jacckson takes a knee right on the jaw!
Read scores with a knee to the head.
Jacckson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Read prevents it.
A short left from Jacckson.
Read connects with a knee to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Jacckson.
Jacckson goes for a takedown attempt but Read pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Read throws a right and a left that Jacckson avoids nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Jacckson misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jay Read will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Read tries to clinch but Jacckson is having none of it.
Read misses with a straight left.
Jacckson is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL2#
Read has managed to clinch.
Jacckson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Read gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Jacckson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jacckson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Read smiles and moves away.
Read wants to clinch.
Read tries to clinch up but Jacckson circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Jacckson drives through and clinches with Read against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson misses with some punches.
Jacckson wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KO Jacckson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jacckson scores with a shot to the side of Read's head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Jacckson as Read tries to tie him up.
Read blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jay Read seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1##BC#
Jacckson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Read tries to clinch but Jacckson is having none of it.
Jacckson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Read manages to circle out of the way.
Read ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jacckson moves away.#TD#
Jacckson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Read did well to prevent Jacckson getting side control.
Jacckson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Read defending well though.
Jacckson winds up and cracks Read with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Jacckson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Jacckson stops Read from getting back to his feet.
Jacckson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jacckson looks to land a strike but Read avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Read wants to stand and escape but Jacckson is having none of it. #T2#
Jacckson postures up and lands a big shot to Read's brow.
Jacckson won't allow Read to get back to his feet.
Jacckson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jacckson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Read keeping full guard, as Jacckson tries to pass.
Jacckson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Read works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jacckson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jacckson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jacckson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Jacckson is in close to Read's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jacckson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jacckson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Read wants to stand but Jacckson is controlling the position.
KO Jacckson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jacckson with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3##SUB#
Jacckson is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Jacckson postures up in Read's guard and throws a big left but Read blocks it.
Jacckson prevents Read from getting back to his feet.
Jacckson is in close to Read's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Read preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jacckson trying to control but Read is working from the bottom.
Jacckson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Read is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jacckson looking to pass the guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Read can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Read is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Read clinches.
A nice left hand lands by Jacckson.
Jacckson wants a takedown but no success here.
A short right from Jacckson.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Jacckson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Read is pressed up against the cage. Jacckson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Read down to the mat. Read avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Read fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jacckson, pushing him back against the cage.
Read missing with knees to the body.
Read is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KO Jacckson dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Read moves in looking to clinch but Jacckson pushes him off.#CL2#
Read closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Jacckson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jacckson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Read blocks a low kick nicely.#CL2#
Read has managed to clinch. #BC#
Jacckson breaks the clinch.
Read tries to clinch but Jacckson is having none of it. #CL2#
Read closes the distance and pushes Jacckson back into the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jacckson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Read with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Read lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Jacckson is working for takedown but Read is calmly controlling the position for now.
Jacckson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Read gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A shot in the inside from Jacckson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jacckson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Jacckson can't find room to land a body shot as Read controls the action.
Jacckson looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KO Jacckson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Read connects with a knee to the head.
Jacckson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Read blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jacckson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jacckson can't find room to land a body shot as Read controls the action.
Jacckson digs a right hand underneath Read's ribcage. Read let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jacckson is trying to force a seperation but Read has the dominant position.
Read'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.
Jacckson is trying to break the clinch but Read is controlling him.
Jacckson tries to throw a body punch but Read avoids it by throwing Jacckson back against the cage.
Jacckson scores with a hook to the body.
Read stalling against the cage.
Jacckson lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Jacckson lands an uppercut.
Jacckson throws a punch but it's blocked by Read.
Jacckson tries to throw a body punch but Read avoids it by throwing Jacckson back against the cage.
Read tries a body shot but Jacckson blocks it.
Read using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jacckson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Jacckson avoiding damage as Read throws knees to the body. #BC#
Jacckson breaks the clinch.
Jacckson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Read tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jacckson appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jay Read seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Read fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jacckson, pushing him back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jacckson working aggressively here.
Read trying to stall but Jacckson improves his position.
Jacckson takes a knee right on the jaw!
Jacckson has a couple of punches blocked by Read. #BC#
Jacckson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Jacckson shoots for a takedown but Read saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Read looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jacckson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Read wants to clinch.
Jacckson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Read tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jacckson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Read tries to clinch up.
Read tries to clinch but Jacckson is having none of it.
Read doesn't manage to clinch there - Jacckson circles away.
It looked like Jacckson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL2#
Read rushes Jacckson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Jacckson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Read's elbow.
Jacckson tries to work over Read's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jacckson tries to score a body lock takedown but Read shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Read tries a knee to the head but Jacckson blocks it. #T4#
Jacckson misses with a body punch.
Jacckson goes for a takedown attempt but Read pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Read looks to clinch
and Jacckson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jacckson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Read closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Jacckson fails to pull guard.
Read stops a takedown attempt from Jacckson.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jacckson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Read avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Read tries a knee to the head but Jacckson blocks it.
Jacckson tries for a takedown but Read manages to get underhooks.
Read landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Read looking to throw knees to the head but Jacckson is blocking nicely.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Read obliges.
Jacckson avoiding damage as Read throws knees to the body. #BC#
Jacckson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Read gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jay Read.
I think Read 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jay Read!

Event: KOP EXCESS
Date: Sep 30, 2022

#R1#
Jacckson scores with a shot to the body.
Jacckson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Marden looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jacckson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Marden shoots in and drives through. Jacckson sprawls well.
Jacckson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Marden changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jacckson tries to avoid it but Marden manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jacckson to the ground. Jacckson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bulla Marden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jacckson throws a hook to the side of Marden's head but Marden sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Marden dives in and scores a takedown into Jacckson's guard.
Marden pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jacckson is keeping the position for now.
Marden lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jacckson keeping moving, preventing Marden from controlling successfully.
Marden has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jacckson controls Marden momentarily but Marden frees himself.
Jacckson is looking to stand up but Marden isn't so interested in that idea. #T1##SUB#
Marden drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Marden jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Jacckson looking to control.
Marden slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Jacckson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jacckson wants to control but Marden passes easily into half guard.
Marden is looking to take a break and control but Jacckson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jacckson is trying to stand up here but Marden is controlling him well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Marden is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jacckson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Marden. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jacckson is refusing to be controlled, as Marden sits in half guard.
Jacckson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Marden is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Marden scoring with punches to the head and body.
Marden passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Marden thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T3#
Jacckson is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Marden is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jacckson has escaped the position, nice work there.
Jacckson is trying to control Marden's posture but Marden avoids it. #SUB#
Marden is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jacckson has escaped the position, nice work there.
You can see the frustration on Jacckson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Marden is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jacckson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Marden is trying to get an arm triangle but Jacckson is defending well. #T4#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Marden trying to control the position but Jacckson is working away.
Jacckson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Jacckson's face as Marden controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Marden tries for a kimura but Jacckson is defending well.
Jacckson is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bulla Marden dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Jacckson moves out of range of the body kick from Marden.
Jacckson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Marden tries to counter with a takedown but Jacckson is quick to defend against it.
Marden is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jacckson can do to turn this around?
Jacckson slaps away a takedown attempt from Marden, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Marden has a takedown stuffed.
Despite the aggression on Jacckson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Marden doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jacckson counters with a right hand to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bulla Marden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marden fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson scores with a jab.
Jacckson slaps away a takedown attempt from Marden, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
Jacckson tries to clinch but Marden moves out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Jacckson. No joy for Marden on that attempt.
Marden takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Marden misses with a takedown attempt - Jacckson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A nice side step and Jacckson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Marden shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jacckson wants to counter the offense by Marden and move into the clinch position.
Marden bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marden with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jacckson counters with a straight right hand.
Marden tries for a takedown but Jacckson circles away easily
and Jacckson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Marden or perhaps it was just good defense by Jacckson, which made it look bad.
Marden fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T2##TD#
Marden shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Jacckson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jacckson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Marden working away.
Marden working the ground and pound.
A lull in the action here.
Jacckson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Jacckson drops an elbow to the side of Marden's head.
Marden keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jacckson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Marden is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Marden actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB#
Marden looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jacckson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jacckson working over Marden with some ground and pound. Marden looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bulla Marden overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Marden on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Marden gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Marden has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jacckson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Jacckson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Jacckson working some strikes from top position.
Jacckson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Marden is proving hard to escape from.
Marden looking to control. #T4#
Marden 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.
Marden looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Marden utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Marden avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Marden is looking for a triangle but Jacckson pushes his legs off easily.
Jacckson trying to control the position from guard on top but Marden is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Marden working for a triangle but Jacckson defends it easily.
Jacckson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Marden's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KO Jacckson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Marden's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Marden shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jacckson sprawls well. Jacckson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Marden gets slowly back to his feet.
Jacckson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Marden fails with a takedown attempt. #CL2#
Jacckson clinches up against the cage.
Jacckson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Jacckson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jacckson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Marden.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bulla Marden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marden shoots in looking for a takedown but Jacckson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Marden's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jacckson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Marden fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Jacckson sprawls well initially but Marden persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Jacckson pushes Marden off looking to stand but Marden dives back in and keeps control. #T1#
Jacckson is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Marden has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Jacckson's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Jacckson can't escape the position.
Marden fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #T2#
Marden can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jacckson is looking to escape.
Marden pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Marden moves to the back position.
Marden avoiding Jacckson 's attempts to control his hands.
Jacckson is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Marden off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Jacckson wants to escape the position. #SUB#
Jacckson preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Marden.
Jacckson is really stuck here.
Marden not allowing Jacckson to control his hands. #T3#
Marden has the hooks in. Jacckson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Jacckson showing good submission defense here. #SUB#
Jacckson fending off the submission attempt from Marden.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jacckson rolls, trying to escape but Marden keeps control of the position. #SUB#
Marden is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Jacckson is trying to get back to his feet but Marden has full control of the position and if anything, Jacckson has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T4##SUB#
Jacckson is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Marden gets his way!
Jacckson covers up after that shot from Marden.
Jacckson is really stuck here.
Jacckson trying to control the hands but Marden breaks the grip.
Will Marden go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Jacckson is in bad spot here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jacckson just trying to survive but Marden is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Jacckson preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Marden.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bulla Marden showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Marden 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: KOP BARX
Date: Sep 09, 2022

#R1#
Jacckson staying out of range there.
Dreyar avoids the body shot from Jacckson.
It seemed like Dreyar was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dreyar paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Dreyar cracks Jacckson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dreyar misses with an uppercut. Jacckson saw that one coming.
Dreyar throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dreyar scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dreyar pushes Jacckson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jacckson misses with some punches. #BC2#
Dreyar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dreyar throws a big shot that misses.
Dreyar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It appears Jacckson was looking to counter with a kick there.
Dreyar slips under a jab.
Dreyar let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Dreyar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jacckson swings for the body but Dreyar moves out of range.
Jacckson wants to clinch but Dreyar slips to the side
and Jacckson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dreyar ducks under a wild hook from Jacckson.
Dreyar lands with a hook. Jacckson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dreyar has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Jacckson is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Dreyar has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nice body punch from Dreyar. #T1#
Jacckson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dreyar cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jacckson throws a hook but Dreyar blocks it.
Dreyar looks to score with a jab to the body but Jacckson is just out of range.
Dreyar throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A jab from Dreyar misses.
Dreyar lands a nice looking body shot.
Jacckson throws a big shot that misses.
Jacckson misses the jab.
Dreyar slips under a jab from Jacckson.
Jacckson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dreyar swats away the attempt to clinch by Jacckson.
Dreyar throws a body punch but Jacckson moves out of range.
Jacckson looks to throw the jab but Dreyar is out of range.
Jacckson scores with a body shot.
Jacckson throws a leg kick but Dreyar checks it.
Jacckson misses with a straight right. #TD#
Jacckson shoots in and bounces Dreyar off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jacckson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T2#
Jacckson working some strikes from top position.
Dreyar tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jacckson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Dreyar tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dreyar tries to strike from the bottom.
Jacckson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jacckson distracts Dreyar with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jacckson chips away with some ground and pound.
Jacckson working some strikes from top position.
Jacckson stays in close to Dreyar's body and controls the position.
Jacckson landing some decent shots from guard.
Jacckson landing some decent shots from guard.
Jacckson works over Dreyar with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Dreyar is looking to stand up but Jacckson isn't so interested in that idea.
Jacckson cracks Dreyar with a solid left hand.
Jacckson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jacckson landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jacckson cracks Dreyar with a solid left hand.
Jacckson is stalling in the full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Dreyar can do anything to dispel that myth.
Dreyar tries to strike from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dreyar controls Jacckson momentarily but Jacckson frees himself.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jacckson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jacckson won't allow Dreyar to sweep him here.
Jacckson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
Jacckson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jacckson trying to control but Dreyar is working from the bottom.
Jacckson lands a couple of digs.
Jacckson stands up over Dreyar, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Jacckson lands a couple of digs.
Jacckson pushes down on Dreyar's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Jacckson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Jacckson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jacckson lands strikes from half guard.
Jacckson is nestled in close to Dreyar, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Jacckson drops an elbow to the side of Dreyar's head.
Dreyar really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jacckson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Jacckson working Dreyar over with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KO Jacckson 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#
Dreyar dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jacckson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dreyar throws a big shot that misses.
Jacckson thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big left from Jacckson misses.
Dreyar looks to land a left hand but Jacckson moved out of range nicely.
Laxus Dreyar seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jacckson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jacckson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dreyar throws out the jab.
Jacckson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dreyar just manages to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Dreyar. #TD#
Jacckson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Jacckson slips a nice elbow through Dreyar's hands, connecting with Dreyar's forehead.
Dreyar is looking for a sweep. Jacckson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dreyar looks like he's trying to stand up.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jacckson connects with a nice short shot to Dreyar's temple.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jacckson scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T1#
Jacckson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dreyar keeps working.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jacckson connects with a nice short shot to Dreyar's temple.
Jacckson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Dreyar tries to get to full guard but Jacckson has control of the leg.
Dreyar taking some punishment here, with Jacckson in his half guard.
Nice strikes from Jacckson there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dreyar is in trouble now - Jacckson has advanced to mount!
Jacckson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dreyar can do to turn this around?
Jacckson lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Jacckson with shots to the head and body - Dreyar looks very uncomfortable down there.
KO Jacckson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jacckson with a couple of short strikes.
Jacckson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Dreyar's face.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jacckson is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Dreyar is in a horrible position here. Jacckson smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #ROC#Dreyar is rocked!
Jacckson unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Dreyar wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Jacckson celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). KO Jacckson!
After the fight, KO Jacckson was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
Laxus Dreyar spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll come back stronger'.

Event: VFC 103 Old Leg vs Newton
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1#
Babcock keeps the fight on the outside.
Jacckson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Babcock sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jacckson somewhat.
Jacckson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Babcock's waist but Babcock gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jacckson off to one side.
KO Jacckson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Jacckson closes the distance and clinches.
Jacckson misses with some punches.
Babcock can't find room to land a body shot as Jacckson controls the action.
Babcock wants to stall.
We've been hearing reports that Babcock has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Jacckson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Babcock prevents it.
Jesse Thomas Babcock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of KO Jacckson.
Babcock tries a body shot but Jacckson blocks it.
Jacckson looking to slow down the pace here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Babcock avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Jacckson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Babcock swings wildly with an uppercut but Jacckson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jacckson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Babcock is defending well.#T1#
Babcock will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Jacckson up against the ropes.
Jacckson lands a nice uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jacckson throws a head punch that misses.
Babcock prevents a body shot from Jacckson.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jacckson. #BC#
Babcock escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
That kick from Jacckson tenderised Babcock's leg. Babcock is trying to keep his angry face on.
Babcock misses with a wild body shot.
Babcock avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jacckson keeps the fight on the outside.
Babcock misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jacckson loads up on a big right hand but Babcock slips the punch.
Babcock ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jacckson moves away.
Babcock misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jacckson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jacckson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Babcock lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T2#
Jacckson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Babcock went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Jesse Thomas Babcock is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jacckson looks for the body kick but Babcock saw that one coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jacckson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Babcock connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jacckson scrambles back to his feet.#TD2#
Jacckson shoots in and gets a takedown into Babcock's guard.
Jacckson trying to control but Babcock is working from the bottom.
Babcock seems keen to control Jacckson's posture.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Jacckson won't allow Babcock to sweep him here.
Babcock avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Babcock trying to control the position.
Jacckson postures up and lands a big shot to Babcock's brow. #T3#
Babcock keeping moving, preventing Jacckson from controlling successfully.
Jacckson throwing strikes but missing.
Jacckson trying to control but Babcock is working from the bottom.
Babcock on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Babcock tries to get out of the position.
Jacckson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Babcock holds on and takes a little breather.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jacckson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jacckson wants to pass the guard but Babcock is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Jacckson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Babcock manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Jacckson has Babcock in his guard.#REVR#
Babcock has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Babcock scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T4#
Babcock makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jacckson looking for a sweep. Not yet Jacckson, not yet.
Babcock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jacckson is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Babcock got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jacckson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Babcock has managed to get both his arms back between Jacckson's legs - danger averted.
Babcock missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jacckson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Babcock manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Jacckson postures up and lands a big shot to Babcock's brow.
Babcock looking for a sweep. Not yet Babcock, not yet.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jesse Thomas Babcock will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2##CL2#
Jacckson moves into range and clinches up with Babcock.
Babcock blocking some punches.
Jacckson misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Jacckson fails to land.
Jacckson blocks an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jacckson prevents a body shot from Babcock.
Babcock misses with the head strike.
Babcock blocks an uppercut.
Jacckson misses with some punches.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Babcock tries a body shot but Jacckson blocks it.
Babcock looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jacckson throws a punch but it's blocked by Babcock.
Babcock blocks a body shot from Jacckson.
Babcock tries to stall but Jacckson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Babcock can't find room to land a body shot as Jacckson controls the action. #T1#
Jacckson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Jacckson throws a head punch that misses.
Jacckson works on Babcock's body with a couple of short punches.
Jacckson swings wildly with an uppercut but Babcock uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jacckson blocks an uppercut.
Jacckson misses with a body punch.
Jacckson misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jacckson.
Jacckson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Babcock blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Babcock goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Babcock blocks a punch to the side of the head.
KO Jacckson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Jacckson misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Jacckson has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Babcock regains guard immediately.
Jacckson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2#
Jacckson won't allow Babcock to sweep him here.
Jacckson throwing strikes from guard but Babcock blocks nicely.
Babcock seems keen to control Jacckson's posture.
Jacckson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jacckson throws a big elbow that misses.
Jacckson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jacckson postures up and lands a big shot to Babcock's brow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses.
Jacckson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Babcock's head.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses.
Jacckson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Babcock preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Jacckson is working Babcock over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jacckson is in close to Babcock's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Babcock 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#
Jacckson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Babcock throws a strike but Jacckson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Jacckson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Babcock wants to sweep here but Jacckson controlling him for the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jacckson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jacckson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jacckson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Babcock avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Babcock preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Babcock preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jacckson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Babcock is trying to control the position but Jacckson postures up.
Jacckson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Babcock pulls Jacckson in close to prevent any damage.
Jacckson won't allow Babcock to sweep him here.
Jacckson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Babcock avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jacckson passes Babcock's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Jacckson working Babcock over with strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Jacckson is trying to work for a kimura but Babcock is defending well.
Jacckson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Babcock keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

KO Jacckson 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#
Babcock swings for the body but Jacckson moves out of range.
Babcock throws a body shot but no joy.
Babcock slaps away a takedown attempt from Jacckson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Babcock blocks a low kick nicely.
Jacckson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Babcock but Babcock pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Babcock misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jacckson misses with a low kick.
Jacckson dives in for a single leg takedown but Babcock sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Jesse Thomas Babcock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of KO Jacckson.
Babcock connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Babcock displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jacckson.
Jacckson shoots in looking for a takedown. Babcock tries to sprawl out of it but Jacckson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Babcock manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Babcock misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jacckson. #T1#
Babcock throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jacckson shoots in looking for a takedown but Babcock manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jacckson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Babcock scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jacckson misses with a takedown attempt - Babcock sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jacckson wants to clinch up but Babcock keeps it at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Babcock looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jacckson misses with a looping right.
Babcock swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jacckson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A combination from Babcock does no damage.
Jacckson misses with a looping left.
Babcock waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jacckson.
Babcock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jacckson.
Babcock ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Jacckson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Babcock wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Babcock steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jacckson.
Babcock digs a good body shot into Jacckson's ribs.
Babcock is looking to wear down Jacckson with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Jacckson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Babcock as he avoids it easily.
Babcock fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jacckson manages to avoid it.
Babcock rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jacckson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jacckson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Babcock.
Jacckson flicks out a counter leg kick but Babcock steps away.
Jacckson misses with a low kick.
Jacckson shoots in looking for a takedown but Babcock manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jacckson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Babcock throws a body punch but Jacckson moves out of range.
Babcock moves in looking to clinch but Jacckson pushes him off.
Babcock swings for the body but Jacckson moves out of range.
Jacckson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Babcock misses the jab.#T3#
Nice uppercut lands for Jacckson. That snapped Babcock's head back.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Babcock! #CL2#
Jacckson moves into the clinch successfully.
Jacckson misses with the head strike.
Jacckson prevents a body shot from Babcock.
Jacckson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Babcock wants to stall.
Babcock tries to throw a body punch but Jacckson avoids it by throwing Babcock back against the ropes.
Jacckson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Babcock backwards.
Babcock trying to control the position but instead, Jacckson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Babcock into the ropes.
Babcock tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jacckson throws a head punch that misses.
Babcock tries to throw a body punch but Jacckson avoids it by throwing Babcock back against the ropes.
Jacckson goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Jacckson struggles to land a body shot inside as Babcock controls his hands.
Jacckson can't find room to land a body shot as Babcock controls the action.
Babcock tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Babcock - that landed with a thud.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jacckson.
Babcock tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jacckson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Babcock is trying to stall.
Jacckson tries for a takedown but Babcock manages to get underhooks. #BC#
Babcock breaks the clinch.
Babcock lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jacckson misses with an uppercut. Babcock saw that one coming.
Jacckson scores with a punch to the head.
Jacckson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Babcock throws out the jab.
Jacckson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jesse Thomas Babcock showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Babcock 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jesse Thomas Babcock!
A very excited looking Jesse Thomas Babcock 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: VFC 98 Frank vs Newton
Date: Jul 17, 2022

#R1#
Jacckson tries for a takedown but Garrison sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jacckson lands with a good body shot.
Jacckson has a takedown stuffed.
Garrison looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jacckson dodges the punch combination from Garrison.
Jacckson wants to slow Garrison down by chopping away at his legs.
It looked like Garrison was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Jacckson misses the shot to the body.
Jacckson misses with a takedown attempt - Garrison sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Gary Garrison has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of KO Jacckson.
Danga de danga de dang - Garrison scores with a four punch combination!
No joy there for Garrison, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jacckson slips a jab and a cross from Garrison. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Jacckson.
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!#SUB2#
Jacckson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Garrison, who protects the arm well.
Jacckson working the ground and pound but Garrison is defending the strikes. #T1#
Jacckson lands a few punches from side control.
Jacckson scores with a couple of short elbows.
Jacckson lands a few punches from side control.
Garrison on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Jacckson scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Garrison to see if he's OK.
Jacckson scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Garrison to see if he's OK.#ROC2#Garrison is rocked!
Jacckson scores with punches from side control.
Oh Garrison is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jacckson in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Garrison looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Jacckson turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). KO Jacckson!
After the fight, KO Jacckson was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
The defeated Gary Garrison had this to say: 'I'll be back'.

Event: The Island Season 13, 170 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jun 23, 2022

#R1##TD#
Jacckson gets caught flat footed, as Jackson shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Jacckson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jackson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jacckson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jacckson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Jackson 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##SUB#
Jackson 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.
Jacckson is refusing to be controlled, as Jackson sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jacckson is defending against the submission attempts here by Jackson. #T1#
Jacckson is positioning himself well to prevent Jackson advancing to mount.
Jacckson wants to get back to full guard.
Jacckson is staying active underneath Jackson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson prevents Jacckson from improving his position.
Jacckson flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Jackson moves nicely into side control.
Jacckson is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Jacckson is letting Jackson control him for a moment.
Jackson gets to mount! Jacckson was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #T2#
Jackson tries to control but Jacckson wriggling away.
Jackson thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Jacckson has given up his back here. #SUB#
Jackson working for a choke but Jacckson is defending well. #SUB#
Jackson has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Jacckson! Can he survive? No! He's out! Jackson gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Island Boy Jackson!

Event: VFC 87 Sergius vs McFaul
Date: Jun 10, 2022

#R1#
Jacckson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gavin swivels and escapes.
A little jabbing left from Gavin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jacckson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gavin was well out of range. Poor timing from Jacckson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gavin! But no joy.
Gavin scores with a jab. Jacckson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jacckson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gavin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gavin wants it to stay on the feet.
Jacckson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gavin moves away.
Gavin throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gavin checks a low kick from Jacckson.
Gavin misses with a wild combination.
Jacckson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jacckson fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KO Jacckson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gavin throws a head kick that misses.
Gavin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Gavin comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gavin bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jacckson doesn't manage to clinch there - Gavin circles away.
Gavin misses with a series of wild punches.
Gavin tried to score with a low kick but Jacckson checks it.#T1#
Jacckson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A big left from Jacckson misses.
Gavin is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jacckson with a body shot.
Jacckson closes the distance and clinches up with Gavin, looking for a takedown. Jacckson pushes Gavin against the cage but Gavin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gavin misses with a head kick.
Jacckson goes for a double leg but Gavin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gavin continues to drive forward.
Gavin appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jacckson working aggressively here.
Jacckson misses with some punches.
Jacckson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jacckson lands with a right to the head.
Gavin wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Gavin is trying to break the clinch but Jacckson is controlling him.
Jacckson lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Gavin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jacckson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gavin.
Gavin is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Gavin darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jacckson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gavin's waist but Gavin gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jacckson off to one side.
Gavin shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jacckson sprawls well. Jacckson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gavin gets slowly back to his feet.
It looked like Jacckson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2##CL#
Jacckson pushes Gavin up against the cage in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gavin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Gavin's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Gavin has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Jacckson keeps control of Gavin as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD#
Jacckson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Gavin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jacckson trying to control the position.
Gavin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Jacckson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gavin's guard. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jacckson cracks Gavin with a solid left hand.
Jacckson works over Gavin with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Jacckson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jacckson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Gavin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jacckson wants to control from the top but Gavin keeps moving.
Jacckson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jacckson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jacckson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gavin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jacckson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jacckson postures up in Gavin's guard and throws a big left but Gavin blocks it.
Jacckson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jacckson stands up over Gavin, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Jacckson trying to control the position from guard on top but Gavin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gavin keeping full guard, as Jacckson tries to pass. #T4#
Gavin is trying to keep Jacckson in close.
Jacckson distracts Gavin with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jacckson stops Gavin from standing up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jacckson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jacckson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jacckson is in close to Gavin's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jacckson postures up in Gavin's guard and throws a big left but Gavin blocks it.
Jacckson lands a couple of digs.
Gavin really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jacckson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Gavin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jacckson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Jacckson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gavin works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jacckson postures up in Gavin's guard and throws a big left but Gavin blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that KO Jacckson will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Gavin fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Jacckson closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Gavin manages to break the clinch.
Gavin stuffs the takedown.
Jacckson fails with a takedown attempt.
Jacckson checks a leg kick nicely.
We've been informed that Gavin has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Gavin scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jacckson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Jacckson clinches.
Jacckson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Gavin is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for KO Jacckson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gavin prevents a body shot from Jacckson. #TD#
Jacckson has hold of one of Gavin's legs. Gavin is fighting the takedown attempt but Jacckson gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.

Gavin pushes Jacckson off and gets back to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jacckson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Gavin counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Gavin swinging wildly here.
Jacckson appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gavin throws a sloppy head kick and Jacckson moves out of range easily.
A slow jab from Gavin misses its intended target. #T1#
Gavin walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jacckson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jacckson moves out of range as Gavin throws a body kick.
Jacckson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Gavin finds it's way round the side to connect with Jacckson's head.
Gavin doesn't manage to clinch there - Jacckson circles away.
Jacckson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL#
Jacckson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Gavin, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Jacckson has hold of one of Gavin's legs. Gavin is fighting the takedown attempt but Jacckson gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Jacckson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jacckson throwing strikes from guard but Gavin blocks nicely.
Jacckson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jacckson slips nicely into half guard.
Jacckson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jacckson working the head and body with strikes.
Jacckson missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
Jacckson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
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!
Jacckson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jacckson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jacckson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Jacckson is working for a submission of some sort.
Jacckson is looking to advance position but Gavin won't allow it.
Jacckson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Jacckson thows a huge punch but Gavin dodges it nicely.
Gavin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jacckson.
Gavin taking some punishment here, with Jacckson in his half guard. #T3#
Jacckson not doing much here.
Jacckson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Gavin is trying to stand up here but Jacckson is controlling him well.
Nice strikes from Jacckson there.
Gavin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jacckson scores with a couple of nice shots.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jacckson connects with a nice short shot to Gavin's temple.
Jacckson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Jacckson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gavin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jacckson working Gavin over with strikes. #ROC#Gavin is rocked!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jacckson lands a nice short elbow.
Gavin is still in real trouble! Can Jacckson finish him?
Jacckson lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Gavin! More strikes land and this one is all over! Jacckson jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). KO Jacckson!
A very excited looking KO Jacckson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: VFC 78 Thibs vs Montgomery
Date: May 13, 2022

#R1##TD#
Jacckson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Crazy is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jacckson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nice strikes from Jacckson there.
Jacckson prevents Crazy from improving his position.
Jacckson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Crazy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Crazy looking for submissions off his back.
Ground and pound from Jacckson.
Crazy trying to hold on to Jacckson's head to control him but Jacckson postures up. #SUB2#
Crazy looking for submissions off his back.
Jacckson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Crazy on the ground.#SUB2#
Crazy looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Jacckson wants to work for an arm triangle but Crazy is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Jacckson lands strikes from half guard.#T1#
Jacckson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Jacckson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jacckson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Jacckson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #ROC#Crazy is rocked!
Jacckson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Crazy is still in real trouble! Can Jacckson finish him?
Jacckson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Crazy seems to have recovered his senses.
Crazy is looking to improve his position.
Jacckson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Crazy lands with a few short shots to the body.
Jacckson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Crazy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Crazy is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jacckson scores with a couple of nice shots.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jacckson connects with a nice short shot to Crazy's temple.
Jacckson winds up and cracks Crazy with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jacckson scores with a big shot! Crazy's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Crazy! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). KO Jacckson!

Event: VFC 66 Jacquin vs Dancer
Date: Apr 16, 2022

#R1#
No luck for Horton with that takedown attempt.
KO Jacckson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Horton instigates a clinch.
Horton tries to pull guard but Jacckson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Horton blocks an uppercut.
Jacckson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jacckson tries a body shot but Horton blocks it.
Horton gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jacckson.
Jacckson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right hook to the body lands for Jacckson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jacckson digs a right hand underneath Horton's ribcage. Horton let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jacckson misses with a body punch.
Jacckson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
Jacckson has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Horton is trying to keep an underhook but Jacckson manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Jacckson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Horton on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Horton tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Jacckson is nestled in close to Horton, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Jacckson working over Horton with some ground and pound. Horton looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Jacckson winds up and cracks Horton with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Jacckson working over Horton with some ground and pound. Horton looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jacckson lands a nice short elbow.
Jacckson drops an elbow to the side of Horton's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jacckson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Jacckson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Horton is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jacckson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Jacckson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Jacckson working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Jacckson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jacckson wants to pass to mount but Horton is defending the position.
Jacckson winds up and cracks Horton with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Jacckson slips a nice elbow through Horton's hands, connecting with Horton's forehead.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jacckson trying to control from half guard but Horton is working away.
Jacckson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nice strikes from Jacckson there.
Jacckson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Jacckson winds up and cracks Horton with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Horton taking some punishment here, with Jacckson in his half guard.
Jacckson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #ROC2#Horton is rocked!
Jacckson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Oh Horton is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jacckson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Jacckson there.
Horton has hold of Jacckson's hands but Jacckson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jacckson scores with a big shot! Horton's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Horton! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). KO Jacckson!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 18, 2022

#R1#
Seo Jun is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Seo Jun forces Jacckson back against the cage and clinches.
Jacckson swings wildly with an uppercut but Seo Jun uses good head movement to avoid it.
Seo Jun tries to pull guard but Jacckson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jacckson working aggressively here.
Jacckson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jacckson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Seo Jun is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Jacckson to keep the fight standing.
Seo Jun blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Jacckson fails to land.
Seo Jun fails to pull guard.
KO Jacckson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Eun Jung Seo Jun.#TD2#
Seo Jun pulls guard effortlessly.
Seo Jun is trying to keep Jacckson in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jacckson throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Seo Jun looking for a triangle here. Jacckson is fighting it but it looks tight! Seo Jun pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Jacckson is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Eun Jung Seo Jun!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 14, 2022

#R1#
Shields tries for a takedown but Jacckson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
It looked like Jacckson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Shields tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jacckson defends well and Shields ends up having to push Jacckson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Shields has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Jacckson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Shields won't be happy with that.
KO Jacckson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jake Shields.
Shields tries to buck Jacckson off but Jacckson is having none of it.
Jacckson working the ground and pound from side control.
You can see the frustration on Shields's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shields is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Jacckson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Shields defending well though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jacckson winds up and cracks Shields with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Shields is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jacckson pulls his head out easily.
Shields moves into full guard.
Shields utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Shields controls Jacckson momentarily but Jacckson frees himself. #T1#
Jacckson connects with a couple of short punches.
Shields not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jacckson lands a couple of digs.
Jacckson throws a big right hand that misses.
Shields trying to control the position.
Jacckson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shields on the ground.
Shields has momentary wrist control but Jacckson slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Shields is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Jacckson rolls with it to try and escape but Shields cranks on the arm and Jacckson is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jake Shields!
Jake Shields 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.

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