Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: HZN 17 Harris V Rutger
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Cartwright.
A head kick misses from Durant.
Durant throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Durant clobbers Cartwright with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CL2#
Durant has taken the fight to the clinch.
Durant fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cartwright swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cartwright swings wildly with an uppercut but Durant uses good head movement to avoid it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A nice left hand lands by Durant.
Durant landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Durant lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT2#It looks like Conrad Cartwright has been cut.
Cartwright is breathing heavily.
Durant is working Cartwright over against the cage.
Cartwright takes a knee to the side of the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Durant taking a breather.
Durant using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Durant lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Cartwright misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cartwright is trying to push Durant away but Durant has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Durant landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Durant lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Cartwright backwards.
Cartwright wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Durant has him pressed against the cage.
Durant connects with a knee to the head.
Durant pushes Cartwright back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Durant scores with a hook to the body.
Durant lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Durant lands with a light punch inside.
Durant scores with a shoulder strike.
Durant slows down the pace here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Durant.
Durant unloads a knee to the mid-section.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Durant.
Durant lands a body punch in the clinch.
Durant gets through Cartwright's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Durant stalling the fight. #T2#
Durant lands a right hand.
Durant working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Durant dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Cartwright throws a head punch that misses.
Durant using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body. #KD2#
Durant drops Cartwright with a big knee straight up the middle! Cartwright is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC2#Cartwright is rocked!
BAM! Durant delivers a spinning backfist that drops Cartwright like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Davonte Durant!
An out of breath Davonte Durant thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Conrad Cartwright was interviewed post fight and said 'The Cartwright Curse strikes again! The Powers that be just won't allow it apparently.'.

Event: HZN 13 Collins v Cartwright
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Cartwright misses with a low kick.
Collins is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Cartwright looks to land a right hand but Collins moved out of range.
Collins misses with a few strikes there.
Cartwright throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Collins counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cartwright! #SUB2#
Collins is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cartwright has escaped the position, nice work there.
Collins tries to move into full mount but can't pass Cartwright's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Collins is looking to take a break and control but Cartwright is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Collins looking to control but instead Cartwright has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Collins is trying to work for a kimura but Cartwright is defending well.
Collins wants to pass the guard but Cartwright is defending well.
Collins trying to control the action but Cartwright is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Collins is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Collins content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Collins is looking for a kimura here.
Collins is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Cartwright lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Cartwright advances to half guard.
Cartwright is trying to control the action in half guard but Collins is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Collins moves into full guard.
Cartwright cracks Collins with a solid left hand.
Cartwright trying to control the position from guard on top but Collins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cartwright stopping the sweep attempt from Collins.
Cartwright trying to control but Collins is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cartwright is looking to stand up but Collins won't let him.
Cartwright won't allow Collins to sweep him here. #T4#
Cartwright is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Cartwright is sitting in close to Collins's body. Collins has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Cartwright is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Cartwright is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Collins.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Devon Collins! Devon Collins retains his heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Devon Collins thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Conrad Cartwright spoke after the fight, saying 'The Cartwright Curse strikes again! The Powers that be just won't allow it apparently.'.

Event: HZN 10 Tenryu v Tuythuhlz
Date: Mar 02, 2024

#R1##TD#
Petrov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Cartwright looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Cartwright is trying to control Petrov 's posture but Petrov avoids it. #SUB#
Petrov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Cartwright has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Petrov but great work by Cartwright.
Petrov being controlled for a moment.
Petrov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Petrov manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Petrov actively working from the bottom here.
Petrov is refusing to be controlled, as Cartwright sits in half guard.
Cartwright wants to pass the guard but Petrov is defending well.
Petrov is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Cartwright wants to control but Petrov is keeping him busy.
Cartwright wants to stand but Petrov has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #SUB#
Petrov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Well, if Cartwright is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB#
Petrov actively working from the bottom here.
Cartwright is looking to advance position but Petrov won't allow it.
Cartwright is looking to take a break and control but Petrov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Cartwright is stalling here. Petrov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Cartwright seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Petrov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SUB#
Petrov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Petrov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Petrov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Cartwright wants to control but Petrov postures up.
Cartwright is looking to regain half guard here but Petrov keeps moving and retains side control. #T3##SUB#
Petrov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cartwright knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Petrov is trying to get an arm triangle but Cartwright is defending well. #SUB#
Petrov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Cartwright rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Petrov 's guard! Nice work there by Cartwright!
Cartwright wants to control from the top but Petrov keeps moving. #SUB#
Petrov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Cartwright defends well.#T4#
Cartwright sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Petrov 's guard.
Cartwright landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Cartwright is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Cartwright lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Cartwright working Petrov over with strikes here.
Cartwright lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Petrov hang on?
Cartwright trying to control but Petrov is having none of it. #SUB2#
Cartwright goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Petrov turns into him and now he's in Cartwright's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cartwright is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conrad Cartwright dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Cartwright moves away from the strike by Petrov . #TD#
Petrov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cartwright tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Petrov is in Cartwright's guard.
Petrov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cartwright is keeping the position for now.
Cartwright wants to sweep but no luck.
Petrov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Cartwright manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Petrov working for submissions but it's allowed Cartwright to get to half guard. #SUB#
Petrov looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov taking some punishment here, with Cartwright in his half guard. #T1#
Petrov taking some punishment here, with Cartwright in his half guard. #SUB#
Petrov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cartwright wants to pass the guard but Petrov is defending well. #SUB#
Petrov actively working from the bottom here.
Cartwright works his way into side control.
Cartwright lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Petrov down.
Petrov on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Petrov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Cartwright lands some shots froms side control.
Petrov is not content to let Cartwright control the position.
You can see the frustration on Petrov 's face as Cartwright controls the position. #T2#
Petrov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Petrov is looking for a sweep.
Petrov is working hard here to advance position.
Petrov taking a bit of punishment here - Cartwright scoring with strikes.
Cartwright is looking to take a break and control but Petrov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cartwright scoring with punches and elbows.
Cartwright is chipping away with strikes. #SU2#
Cartwright stands up. #T3#
No luck for Petrov with that takedown attempt.
Cartwright swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Petrov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cartwright's waist but Cartwright gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Petrov off to one side.
Cartwright feints a counter leg kick.
Cartwright steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petrov .
Cartwright looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Cartwright misses with a straight left.
Petrov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rutger Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Cartwright counters with a right hand to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rutger Petrov . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD#
Petrov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Cartwright to the mat! Cartwright manages to get full guard.
Cartwright looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Cartwright doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #SUB#
Petrov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Cartwright is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Cartwright has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Petrov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Cartwright trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cartwright landing with the ground and pound.
Cartwright passes Petrov 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cartwright is trying to control the action in half guard but Petrov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cartwright lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conrad Cartwright showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Petrov 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Petrov misses with a shot to the body
and Cartwright counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A cross from Petrov lands.
Petrov with a poor takedown
and Cartwright cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Petrov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Cartwright counters with a right hand from hell and Petrov is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Conrad Cartwright!
During a confident post fight interview, Conrad Cartwright thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: HZN 4 Machine v Vrana
Date: Jan 26, 2024

#R1##CL2#
Souza clinches with his opponent.
Souza has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cartwright avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Cartwright misses with the head strike.
Cartwright trying to control the position but instead, Souza has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cartwright into the cage.#BC#
Cartwright breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cartwright looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Souza wants to clinch.#CL2#
Souza gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cartwright manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Cartwright misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Cartwright misses with a short punch on the inside.
Souza tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC#
Cartwright breaks from the clinch.
Souza goes for a double leg but Cartwright avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cartwright continues to drive forward.
Conrad Cartwright has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Josue Souza.
Souza shoots and misses
and Souza takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Josue Souza has been cut.
Conrad Cartwright is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cartwright slips under a jab from Souza.
Souza on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Souza decides to pull guard.
Souza pulls Cartwright in to control the position.
Cartwright postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cartwright's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T2#
Souza controls Cartwright momentarily but Cartwright frees himself.
Cartwright forces his way into half guard.
Cartwright is trying to control. Souza wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cartwright looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Souza blocking the ground and pound attempt from Cartwright.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cartwright lands a nice short elbow.
Cartwright lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Souza regains full guard. Nicely done.
Souza preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Souza wants to get back to his feet but Cartwright passes into half guard.
Souza is pressing down on Cartwright's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Souza keeping moving, preventing Cartwright from controlling successfully.
Cartwright postures up and lands a big shot to Souza's brow. #SUB2#
Souza is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Cartwright throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cartwright trying to control but Souza is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Souza has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Cartwright can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Cartwright trying to control the position from guard on top but Souza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Souza working for a triangle but Cartwright defends it easily. #SUB2#
Souza is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cartwright is aware though and is defending well.
Cartwright pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Souza is keeping the position for now.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Cartwright accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cartwright postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Cartwright stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Souza swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conrad Cartwright dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Josue Souza's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL2#
Souza clinches up with Cartwright and pushes him back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cartwright.
Souza has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Cartwright seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Souza can turn it around.
Cartwright gets through Souza's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Souza keeps control of Cartwright as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Cartwright tries to stall but Souza uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Cartwright swings wildly with an uppercut but Souza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Souza tries for a takedown. No joy.
Souza drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cartwright pulls his leg out and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright leaves Souza with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Conrad Cartwright has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Josue Souza.
Souza tries to clinch up.
Souza closes the distance looking to clinch #KD#
and Cartwright counters with a nice right hand that sends Souza toppling to the canvas! Souza scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Cartwright finish him?!#ROC#Souza is rocked!#T1#
Souza misses with a hook
and Cartwright counters with a big left hand that crumples Souza! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Conrad Cartwright!
Conrad Cartwright decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SPPS Evolution 8
Date: Dec 29, 2023

#R1#
Bilesdon fails with the takedown
and Cartwright counters with a stiff right hand.
Cartwright looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Bilesdon gets a double leg takedown into Cartwright's guard.
Bilesdon trying to control but Cartwright is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cartwright is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bilesdon trying to control but Cartwright is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bilesdon is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Cartwright managing to control the position. #T1#
Bilesdon slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Cartwright 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.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Bilesdon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Bilesdon rushes Cartwright and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Cartwright misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Cartwright is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Bilesdon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bilesdon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cartwright lands a body shot in the clinch.
Cartwright lands with a light punch inside.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Cartwright.
Cartwright trying to land knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Cartwright fails to land. #BC#
Cartwright manages to break the clinch.
Bilesdon shoots for a takedown but Cartwright saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Cartwright throwing a counter right hand but Bilesdon manages to avoid it.
Cartwright waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bilesdon.
Some wild striking there from Bilesdon.
Cartwright throwing a counter right hand but Bilesdon manages to avoid it.
A big right from Cartwright misses.
Bilesdon shoots and misses
and Cartwright counters with a nice body shot.
Conrad Cartwright has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Omnicron Bilesdon.
Bilesdon looks winded!#T3#
Bilesdon dives in for a single leg takedown but Cartwright sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Cartwright throws a big counter combination but Bilesdon scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Cartwright will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Omnicron Bilesdon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Bilesdon rushes Cartwright and presses him up against the cage.
Cartwright trying to control the position but instead, Bilesdon has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cartwright into the cage.
Cartwright lands a right hand.
Cartwright using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Bilesdon has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Cartwright misses with a punch on the inside.
Bilesdon looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Cartwright throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bilesdon blocks it with crossed arms. #BC#
Cartwright escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T4#
Bilesdon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cartwright.
Bilesdon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cartwright was well out of range. Poor timing from Bilesdon.
Bilesdon doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Cartwright cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cartwright uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bilesdon has time to react.#CL2#
Bilesdon fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cartwright, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Bilesdon jumps guard and drags Cartwright to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
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!
Bilesdon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Cartwright throws a big elbow that misses.
Cartwright tries to free his leg and advance position but Bilesdon is retaining full guard.
Bilesdon is trying to keep Cartwright in close.
Bilesdon wants to sweep but no luck.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conrad Cartwright 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#
Cartwright slaps away a takedown attempt from Bilesdon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Cartwright throws a looping overhand right but Bilesdon ducks down to avoid it.
Cartwright misses with a hook. Bilesdon ducked under it nicely.
Bilesdon shoots in but Cartwright avoids the takedown attempt easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Cartwright misses the target.
Bilesdon tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cartwright swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Omnicron Bilesdon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bilesdon tries for a takedown but Cartwright circles away easily
and Cartwright counters with a nice uppercut.
Conrad Cartwright has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Omnicron Bilesdon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bilesdon checks it well.
Bilesdon unleashes a big counter combination but Cartwright bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Bilesdon with a lazy takedown attempt #KD#
and Cartwright counters with a crisp right hand that drops Bilesdon! Cartwright lets Bilesdon back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bilesdon tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cartwright swivels and escapes.#T1#
Cartwright thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bilesdon throws a counter combo.
Bilesdon gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Cartwright counters with a big right hand! Oh Bilesdon is in trouble here! Cartwright follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Conrad Cartwright!
A victorious Conrad Cartwright thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SPPS Evolution 4
Date: Dec 01, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Cross shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Cartwright's guard.
Cross looking to pass the guard.
Cross trying to control the position from guard on top but Cartwright is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cross stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cartwright swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cartwright 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.
Cross passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cross looking to control but instead Cartwright has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB2#
Cross is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Cross wants to work for an arm triangle but Cartwright is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Cross wants to advance to full mount but Cartwright doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Cartwright wants to sweep here but Cross controlling him for the moment.
Cartwright keeping full guard, as Cross tries to pass.
Cross wants to control from the top but Cartwright keeps moving.
Cross slips nicely into half guard.#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.#SUB2#
Cross seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Cross is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Cartwright defends it well. #SUB2#
Cross is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Cross is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Cross is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cartwright doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cross. #T3##SUB2#
Cross is looking for a kimura but Cartwright is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cross to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Cross is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Cartwright won't allow Cross to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Cross is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cartwright sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Cross is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Cartwright defends it well. #SUB2#
Cartwright is defending against the submission attempts here by Cross. #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.
Cross wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cartwright keeps working.
Cartwright wants to control but Cross is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Cartwright is defending against the submission attempts here by Cross. #SUB2#
Cross seems to be looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Simon Cross dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
The fighters circling - Cartwright throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cross has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cross doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Cartwright counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Cross.
Cross tries for a takedown but Cartwright circles away easily
and Cartwright counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Simon Cross has been cut.
Conrad Cartwright has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Simon Cross.
Cross doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD#
and Cartwright counters with a nice right hand that sends Cross toppling to the canvas! Cross scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Cartwright finish him?!#ROC#Cross is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cross walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Cartwright swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Conrad Cartwright!
Conrad Cartwright decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SPPS Evolution 1
Date: Nov 10, 2023

#R1#
Cartwright moves forwards but Petrov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Cartwright looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Petrov throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Cartwright to counter with a crisp jab.
Petrov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Cartwright in his tracks.
Petrov throws a jab when Cartwright was well out of range.
A big left from Petrov misses.
Master Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Petrov scores with a jab to the body.
Petrov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Cartwright at a distance.
Petrov throws a big shot that misses.
Petrov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Cartwright counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Petrov thinking.
Petrov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT2#It looks like Conrad Cartwright has been cut.
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!
Cartwright ducks under a wild hook from Petrov .
Cartwright moves away from the strike by Petrov .
Petrov throws a looping overhand right but Cartwright ducks down to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Cartwright on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Petrov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Cartwright ducks under a wild hook from Petrov .#T1#
Cartwright staying out of range there.
Petrov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cartwright moves away.
Cartwright tried to counter with a leg kick but Petrov avoided it.
Cartwright clobbers Petrov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Petrov 's corner calls for a 1-2. Petrov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Petrov moves out of range as Cartwright strikes.
Petrov cracks Cartwright with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Petrov scores with a body shot.
Cartwright throws a lazy right hand but Petrov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice uppercut there from Cartwright.
Petrov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Petrov scores with a shot to the body.
Petrov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cartwright is looking to counter punch.#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!
The fighters circling - Petrov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Donk. Petrov catches Cartwright right on the button with a cross.
Petrov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Petrov scores with a jab to the head.
A combination from Petrov does no damage.
Petrov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Petrov misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Cartwright on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jab from Petrov .
Petrov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Petrov connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Cartwright covering up! Petrov comes in with a big uppercut and Cartwright goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Master Petrov !
Conrad Cartwright was interviewed post fight and said 'The Cartwright Curse strikes again! The Powers that be just won't allow it apparently.'.

Event: SPFT #11
Date: Sep 17, 2023

#R1#
Night connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#It looks like Conrad Cartwright has been cut.
Night throws a shot from downtown. Cartwright moves away and avoids it.
Night fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Cartwright on the side of the head.#KD#
Night feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Cartwright sprawling to the canvas! Cartwright rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Night finish him?!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Night looks to land a right hand but Cartwright moved out of range.
Night swings widly with a right hand
and Cartwright counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Werewolf Night has been cut.
Night looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Night misses with a straight left. #KD#
Night cracks Cartwright with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Night has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Cartwright to stand back up!#ROC#Cartwright is rocked!
Night throws a hook to the side of Cartwright's head but Cartwright sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cartwright is still on wobbly legs! Can Night finish him?
Night avoids a punch combination nicely.
Cartwright seems to have recovered his senses.
Cartwright throws a low kick, looking for Night's leg but Night calmly moves out of range.
Night misses with a hook
and Cartwright connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cartwright throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from Night on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Night looks to land a left hand but Cartwright moved out of range nicely.
Cartwright only half commits to the counter leg kick.
The fighters circling - Night throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Some wild striking there from Cartwright. #T1#
Night throws a hook to the side of Cartwright's head but Cartwright sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Night swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Cartwright has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Cartwright blocks a jab.
Cartwright slips under a jab.
Night moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Night flashes Cartwright a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Cartwright's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Cartwright crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Night punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Werewolf Night!
Werewolf Night took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary for their support in the buildup to the fight.
In defeat, Conrad Cartwright stepped up to the mic, saying 'The Cartwright Curse strikes again! The Powers that be just won't allow it apparently.'.

Event: SPFT #8
Date: Aug 27, 2023

#R1#
Cartwright misses with a wild combination.
And Failure counters with a quick kick to the body but Cartwright blocks it.
Cartwright thumps Failure with a low kick.
Cartwright's coach down at Cobra Kai Workout Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Cartwright's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Cartwright misses with a left hand
and Failure counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Failure doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cartwright throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Cartwright swings widly with a right hand
and Failure counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Cartwright fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Failure manages to avoid it.
Failure appears to be looking for a big counter.
Cartwright misses with a left hand #KD#
and Failure counters with a crisp one two that drops Cartwright! Failure thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Cartwright to his feet! Cartwright is in big trouble!
Cartwright misses with an uppercut.
Failure has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tycoon Coaching & Sparring in the buildup to the fight.
Cartwright lands a jab to Failure's midsection.
Cartwright misses with a looping right.
Failure went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
Cartwright thuds his right hand into Failure's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Cartwright throws an overhand right that lands on Failure's shoulder, as Failure tries to avoid the shot.
Failure slips under a jab from Cartwright.
A jab from Cartwright misses.
Cartwright lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT2#It looks like KT Failure has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cartwright feints a jab promting Failure to slip. Cartwright then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Failure slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Cartwright throws a looping overhand right but Failure ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Failure steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cartwright.
Cartwright moves into range and connects with a jab.
Cartwright lands a head shot.
Cartwright cracks Failure with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Failure tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Cartwright pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Failure is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Conrad Cartwright!
A relieved looking Conrad Cartwright 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: WFC Hawaii 5
Date: Aug 05, 2023

#R1#
Cartwright throws a lazy uppercut
letting Wynne counter with a right hand.
Wynne slips under a jab from Cartwright.
Cartwright misses with an uppercut
and Wynne counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cartwright scores with a sloppy right hand. Wynne should have avoided that one. #CUT#It looks like Gwalchmei Wynne has been cut.
Cartwright needs to keep his hands up - Wynne had a free shot at his head there.
Cartwright looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#KD#
Cartwright lands a big uppercut and Wynne crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Wynne looks OK. Cartwright waves Wynne back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wynne bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Cartwright's head.
Cartwright throws a right hand that misses
and Wynne counters with a straight right hand.
Wynne has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Wynne there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT#That has opened up Gwalchmei Wynne's cut even more.
Wynne is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Cartwright doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Wynne crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Wynne's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Conrad Cartwright!
During a confident post fight interview, Conrad Cartwright thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: WFC New York 5
Date: Jul 23, 2023

#R1##KD#
Cartwright drops Adofo with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Adofo looks back up at him and smiles so Cartwright waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #CUT#It looks like Olo Adofo has been cut.
Adofo moves in looking to clinch but Cartwright pushes him off.
Cartwright sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Adofo's defenses. It connects perfectly with Adofo's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Conrad Cartwright!
A relieved looking Conrad Cartwright 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: WFC Fight Night 5
Date: Jul 15, 2023

#R1#
Conrad Cartwright connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Cooper Cartwright's hands.
We've been hearing reports that Conrad Cartwright has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Cooper Cartwright ducks under a wild hook from Conrad Cartwright.
Cooper Cartwright changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Conrad Cartwright tries to avoid it but Cooper Cartwright manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Conrad Cartwright to the ground. Conrad Cartwright escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #KD#
Conrad Cartwright lands a big right hand that sends Cooper Cartwright crashing to the mat! Conrad Cartwright stays standing though and waves Cooper Cartwright back to his feet!
Cooper Cartwright looks up at the clock. Bad move! Conrad Cartwright lands a right hand from hell, dropping Cooper Cartwright. Conrad Cartwright pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Conrad Cartwright!
Conrad Cartwright seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WFC Red Light District 2
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1#
Dickweed is aggressively charging in as Cartwright backs up avoiding any damage. Cartwright tosses out a jab and Dickweed runs right into it face first! Dickweed is out cold! Cartwright dropped down on all fours and is barking in Dickweed's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Conrad Cartwright!
Conrad Cartwright decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: WFC Hawaii 4
Date: Jun 25, 2023

#R1##KD#
Cartwright cracks Pollio with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Cartwright has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Pollio to stand back up!#CUT#It looks like Lysander Pollio has been cut.
Pollio wants to clinch.
Cartwright looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pollio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Pollio gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Pollio prevents a takedown attempt there.
Pollio fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Cartwright tries for a takedown but Pollio manages to get underhooks.
Pollio stops a takedown attempt from Cartwright.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Conrad Cartwright. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cartwright drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pollio fails to pull guard. #TD#
Cartwright turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Cartwright manages to end up in side control.
Pollio trying to remain calm as Cartwright controls from the top position.
Cartwright passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Pollio!
Cartwright content just to control the position here.
Pollio has given up his back. #T1#
Cartwright keeps control of the position easily here as Pollio tries to buck him off.
Pollio can't escape the position.
Cartwright slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Pollio can't escape the position.
Pollio keeps trying to improve his position.#T2#
Cartwright slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Pollio trying to control the hands but Cartwright won't let him.
Cartwright is riding his opponent, not letting Pollio buck him off.
Pollio wants to escape the position.
Cartwright slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Pollio is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Cartwright off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Pollio trying to control the action but Cartwright just sinks the hooks in. #T4#
Cartwright just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Pollio rolls, trying to escape but Cartwright keeps control of the position.
I would not like to be Pollio right now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conrad Cartwright dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lysander Pollio's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cartwright scores with a jab. Pollio acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've been informed that Pollio has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Cartwright is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pollio can do to turn this around?
Pollio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cartwright manages to avoid it.
Cartwright cracks Pollio with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT#That has opened up Lysander Pollio's cut even more.
Cartwright ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Pollio out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Conrad Cartwright!
Conrad Cartwright thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WFC New York 4
Date: Jun 18, 2023

#R1#
Cartwright scores with a decent looking hook.#CUT2#It looks like Sophus Antias has been cut.#KD2#
Cartwright lands a big right hand that sends Antias crashing to the mat! Cartwright stays standing though and waves Antias back to his feet!#KD2#
Cartwright feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Antias sprawling to the canvas! Antias rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Cartwright finish him?! #ROC2#Antias is rocked!#CUT2#Sophus Antias's cut is getting worse.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Antias is holding his hands too far apart here. Cartwright throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Antias is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Conrad Cartwright!
After winning the bout, Conrad Cartwright thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: ICE 9:
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1#
Inhanamoto keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Cartwright takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CUT#It looks like Conrad Cartwright has been cut.
Cartwright fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Inhanamoto on the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Ryu Inhanamoto has been cut.
Cartwright looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Cartwright swings away with a body shot that misses
and Inhanamoto counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cartwright misses the jab.
Inhanamoto stuffs the takedown.
Cartwright looks for a takedown but Inhanamoto sprawls well.
Ryu Inhanamoto has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Conrad Cartwright.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright shoots in but Inhanamoto avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Inhanamoto throws a big counter combination but Cartwright scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Inhanamoto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cartwright.#T1#
Inhanamoto displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Cartwright.
Inhanamoto seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A decent looking cross lands there for Inhanamoto.
Nice body punch from Inhanamoto.
Inhanamoto comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Inhanamoto definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Cartwright looks winded!#KD#
Inhanamoto cracks Cartwright with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Inhanamoto has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Cartwright to stand back up!#ROC#Cartwright is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Are you kidding me?! Inhanamoto ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Cartwright clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ryu Inhanamoto!
Ryu Inhanamoto is the new heavyweight champion!
A victorious Ryu Inhanamoto thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Conrad Cartwright was interviewed post fight and said 'The Cartwright Curse strikes again! The Powers that be just won't allow it apparently.'.

Event: ICE 4:: PÅÊ»ino
Date: Jan 07, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Randriamaholison fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cartwright, pushing him back against the ropes.
Randriamaholison's coach down at Gold Samurai's Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Randriamaholison's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Randriamaholison looking to throw knees to the head but Cartwright is blocking nicely.
Cartwright tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Cartwright tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Cartwright is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Randriamaholison is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Conrad Cartwright. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cartwright has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Randriamaholison avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Randriamaholison throws a knee to the head but misses.
Randriamaholison misses with a knee to the head.
Randriamaholison tries to land a knee to the head but Cartwright blocks with his arms.
Randriamaholison connects with a nasty looking knee right to Cartwright's face. #CUT2#It looks like Conrad Cartwright has been cut.
Cartwright is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Randriamaholison is defending well.
Randriamaholison using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Cartwright has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Cartwright has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Randriamaholison after a bit of a struggle.
Cartwright definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randriamaholison tries a knee to the head but Cartwright blocks it.
Randriamaholison landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Cartwright is breathing heavily.
Randriamaholison tries a knee to the head but Cartwright blocks it.
Randriamaholison misses with a knee to the head.
Randriamaholison using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Cartwright has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Randriamaholison with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T1#
Randriamaholison tries to land a knee to the head but Cartwright blocks with his arms.
Randriamaholison misses with a knee to the head.
Randriamaholison with a knee to the head.
Randriamaholison misses with a knee strike.
Randriamaholison tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Cartwright takes a knee right on the jaw!
Randriamaholison connects with a knee to the head.
Cartwright jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Randriamaholison walks away with a smile on his face. Cartwright gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Boniface Randriamaholison seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Randriamaholison pushes Cartwright up against the ropes in a clinch.
Randriamaholison tries a knee to the head but Cartwright blocks it.
Cartwright takes a knee right on the jaw!
Randriamaholison trying to control the position but instead, Cartwright has worked for underhooks and has pushed Randriamaholison into the ropes.
Randriamaholison tries a knee to the head but Cartwright blocks it.
Randriamaholison looking to throw knees to the head but Cartwright is blocking nicely. #T2#
Cartwright tries for a takedown but Randriamaholison manages to get underhooks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randriamaholison using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Cartwright has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Randriamaholison misses with a knee strike.
Cartwright tries for a takedown but Randriamaholison manages to get underhooks.
Randriamaholison throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Randriamaholison misses with an elbow over the top.
Randriamaholison misses with a knee to the head.
Randriamaholison tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Cartwright jumps guard but Randriamaholison turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Randriamaholison misses with a knee to the head. #TD#
Cartwright tightens his grip and picks Randriamaholison up, before dumping him to the ground. Randriamaholison manages to land in guard.
Cartwright controlling from the top position.
Cartwright landing some decent shots from guard.
Randriamaholison really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Cartwright. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
Cartwright throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Randriamaholison works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cartwright throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Cartwright throwing strikes from guard but Randriamaholison blocks nicely.
Cartwright trying to control the position from guard on top but Randriamaholison is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cartwright throwing strikes but missing.
Cartwright lands a couple of elbows.
Randriamaholison keeping moving, preventing Cartwright from controlling successfully.
Cartwright throws a big right hand that misses.
Randriamaholison wants to stand and escape but Cartwright is having none of it.
Cartwright landing with the ground and pound. #T4#
Randriamaholison wants to stand but Cartwright is controlling the position. #SUB#
Cartwright has gone for a leg lock! Randriamaholison slips out almost immediately though and dives into Cartwright's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Randriamaholison avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Randriamaholison is looking to stand up but Cartwright won't let him. #SUB#
Cartwright had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Randriamaholison defends it easily.#SUB#
Cartwright escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randriamaholison gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Cartwright pushes a forearm under Randriamaholison's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Randriamaholison is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Conrad Cartwright!
Conrad Cartwright retains his heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Conrad Cartwright 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: ICE 1: Aloha Hilo
Date: Dec 17, 2022

#R1#
Butts connects with a single shot there.
Butts throws a looping overhand right but Cartwright ducks down to avoid it.
Cartwright wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Cartwright definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Butts misses with a hook #TD#
and Cartwright counters with a nice double leg into side control. Butts won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Cartwright working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Cartwright is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Butts knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Cartwright advances nicely into full mount. #SUB#
Cartwright working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Butts looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Cartwright! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Conrad Cartwright!
Conrad Cartwright is the new heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Conrad Cartwright, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: SSD 12: Houston vs Sanli
Date: Nov 19, 2022

#R1##TD#
Cartwright shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Taunus manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Taunus preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Taunus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cartwright looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Taunus keeping moving, preventing Cartwright from controlling successfully.
Cartwright distracts Taunus with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Cartwright cracks Taunus with a solid left hand.
Taunus wants to stand and escape but Cartwright is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Cartwright drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Cartwright jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Cartwright is in close to Taunus's body, working some short punches and elbows.#ROC#Taunus is rocked!
Cartwright passes Taunus's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Taunus is still in real trouble! Can Cartwright finish him?#SUB#
Cartwright is working for a submission of some sort.
Cartwright lands a big elbow - Taunus is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Cartwright!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Conrad Cartwright!
An out of breath Conrad Cartwright thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SSD 10: Becoming Champion
Date: Nov 05, 2022

#R1#
Cartwright shoots in looking for a takedown but Thomas manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Cartwright's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Thomas looks to land a left hand but Cartwright moved out of range nicely.
Cartwright takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Thomas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thomas bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Cartwright's head backwards.
Thomas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cartwright is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Thomas scores with a sloppy right hand. Cartwright should have avoided that one.
Cartwright looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Cartwright misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Cartwright shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Thomas as he avoids it easily.
Tank Thomas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Conrad Cartwright.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright goes for a double leg but Thomas avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Thomas continues to drive forward.
Thomas is looking to counter punch.
Thomas seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#KD#
Thomas drops Cartwright with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Cartwright looks back up at him and smiles so Thomas waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Cartwright is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Conrad Cartwright has been cut.
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!
Thomas dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thomas closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Cartwright out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tank Thomas!
Tank Thomas is the new heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Tank Thomas thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Conrad Cartwright was interviewed post fight and said 'The Cartwright Curse strikes again! The Powers that be just won't allow it apparently.'.

Event: SSD 8
Date: Oct 22, 2022

#R1#
Machine darts in looking for a takedown but Cartwright gets double underhooks and turns Machine into the cage.
Machine has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cartwright after a bit of a struggle.
Machine misses with a hook from the clinch.
Machine drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cartwright pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tickle Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cartwright ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cartwright throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Machine stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Machine tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cartwright swivels and escapes.
Cartwright tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Machine takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CUT2#It looks like Tickle Machine has been cut.
Machine is breathing heavily.
Machine throws a right hand that misses
and Cartwright counters with a crisp right that sends Machine to the canvas! Cartwright follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Conrad Cartwright!

Event: SSD 5
Date: Oct 01, 2022

#R1#
Cartwright goes for a double leg but Siduka avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Siduka continues to drive forward.
Cartwright is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Siduka to keep the fight standing.
Siduka gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Cartwright.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Conrad Cartwright. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cartwright wants to stall.
Cartwright tries to pull guard but Siduka forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Cartwright is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Siduka to keep the fight standing.
Siduka lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Siduka tries to circle away but Cartwright has him pinned against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright tries to pull guard but Siduka won't allow it.
Siduka lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Cartwright stalling in the clinch but Siduka improves position. #TD2#
Siduka turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Siduka manages to end up in side control.
The strikes coming from Siduka are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T1#
Cartwright struggling a bit here.
Cartwright is looking for a sweep.
Cartwright is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Cartwright's coaches at Irish Collar & Elbow Academy (ICE) have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB#
Cartwright looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Siduka is trying to control the action in half guard but Cartwright is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Siduka is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Siduka thows a huge punch but Cartwright dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Cartwright is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Siduka pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Cartwright looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Cartwright is trying to control but can't.
Siduka trying to control the pace.
Cartwright keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Cartwright is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Siduka pulls his head out easily.
Cartwright is concentrating on defense, preventing Siduka from advancing position.
Siduka throwing shots but Cartwright is blocking nicely.
Cartwright works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Cartwright throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Siduka controlling from the top position.
Siduka must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3##SUB#
Cartwright is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Siduka missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Cartwright has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Siduka doesn't defend quickly enough and Cartwright has managed to lock this one up! Can Siduka escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Cartwright on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Conrad Cartwright!

Event: SSD 3
Date: Sep 17, 2022

#R1##TD#
Burns closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Cartwright to the mat! Cartwright manages to get full guard.
Cartwright wants to sweep here but Burns controlling him for the moment.
Burns postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Burns wants to control from the top but Cartwright keeps moving.
Burns stands up over Cartwright, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Burns looking to pass the guard.
Cartwright is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Burns is controlling him.
Cartwright wants to sweep but no luck.
Burns stands up over Cartwright, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burns throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Cartwright wants to stand and escape but Burns is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cartwright is pulling down on Burns's head to control his posture.
Burns trying to control but Cartwright is working from the bottom.
Cartwright is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T1#
Cartwright looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Burns with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Cartwright is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Burns defends it well.
Well, if Cartwright is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Cartwright stops Burns from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Burns is defending against the submission attempts here by Cartwright. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Cartwright throwing shots but Burns is blocking nicely.
Cartwright working over Burns with some ground and pound. Burns looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Burns wants to get back to his feet.
Burns blocking the ground and pound attempt from Cartwright.
Cartwright tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Burns.
Cartwright scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Cartwright is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Cartwright missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Cartwright trying to pass the guard but Burns defending well. #T3#
Cartwright is trying to control. Burns wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cartwright passes to side control.
Burns is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Cartwright tries to score with some ground and pound. Burns controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Cartwright misses with the ground and pound.
Cartwright is working Burns over with some ground and pound from side control. #SUB2#
Cartwright working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Cartwright tries for a kimura but Burns is defending well. #T4#
Burns prevents Cartwright from moving into mount.
Burns wants to get back to his feet.
A lull in the action here as Cartwright stalls from top position.
Check out the look on Cartwright's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Burns managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Cartwright. #SUB2#
Cartwright swings around for an armbar but Burns sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Cartwright's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Cartwright is on top in guard. #REVB##T5#
Burns is looking to stand up but Cartwright isn't so interested in that idea.
Cartwright loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Cartwright postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Burns has momentary wrist control but Cartwright slips an elbow through the middle.
Cartwright would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Cartwright has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Cartwright slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Burns is breathing heavily.
Burns stops Cartwright from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Cartwright wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Burns, who protects the arm well. #T6#
Cartwright tries to stand but Burns is controlling his head.
Cartwright throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sloppy strikes there by Cartwright.
Burns is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Cartwright asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Cartwright wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burns keeps working.
Cartwright lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Burns down. #T7#
The strikes coming from Cartwright are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Cartwright works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#ROC2#Burns is rocked!
Cartwright tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #SUB2#
Cartwright has hold of Burns's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Burns seems comfortable defending it but Cartwright has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Burns is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Burns is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Cartwright couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Conrad Cartwright!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 21, 2022

#R1#
Kenitov throws a head kick but Cartwright moves out of range. #TD2#
Kenitov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Cartwright did well to prevent Kenitov getting side control.
Kenitov looks winded!#SUB#
Cartwright looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kenitov prevents Cartwright from improving his position.
Cartwright is trying to control but can't.
Cartwright is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cartwright slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Cartwright not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Cartwright escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kenitov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Kenitov is sitting in close to Cartwright's body. Cartwright has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Kenitov is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Kenitov is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Cartwright.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Conrad Cartwright!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 21, 2022

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Dominguez.
Dominguez thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Cartwright if he has to take too many more of those. #TD2#
Dominguez scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Cartwright taking punishment in the form of punches.
Cartwright is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Cartwright is refusing to be controlled, as Dominguez sits in half guard.
Dominguez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Cartwright looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cartwright wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Cartwright is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Dominguez is tapping! Great win for Cartwright!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Conrad Cartwright!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 13, 2022

#R1#
Trosta misses with a two punch combination.
Trosta scores with a one two! Cartwright had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Trosta shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Cartwright eats them both and turns towards Trosta to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT#It looks like Conrad Cartwright has been cut.
Trosta rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Cartwright moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cartwright darts in looking for a takedown but Trosta gets double underhooks and turns Cartwright into the cage.
Cartwright just misses with a punch to the body.
Cartwright shoots in for a takedown but Trosta shows good takedown defense.
Trosta appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Trosta batters Cartwright with a massive right followed by a huge left! Cartwright is out on his feet looking like a zombie as Trosta lands a final crushing right hand to drop Cartwright to the mat with a gruesome thud! Trosta is running around like a mad man after that fight and for good reason!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Waulo Trosta!

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