Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 02, 2018

#R1#
Marshall Matthews throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Noriega counters with a straight right hand.
Noriega works over Marshall Matthews's head and body with a nice combination.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch but Noriega moves away
enabling Noriega to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#
Marshall Matthews is rocked!
Marshall Matthews walks into a straight right hand from Noriega.
Marshall Matthews is still on wobbly legs! Can Noriega finish him?
Noriega scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marshall Matthews doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Noriega forces Marshall Matthews back against the cage and clinches.
Marshall Matthews is trying to force a seperation but Noriega has the dominant position.
Noriega slowing the pace effectively.
Marshall Matthews misses with a knee strike.
Marshall Matthews seems to have recovered his senses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Come on Noriega - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Noriega dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Noriega softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Marshall Matthews is trying to force a seperation but Noriega has the dominant position.
Noriega lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Marshall Matthews working hard to break the clinch.
Nice body punch from Noriega.
Marshall Matthews looks winded!#BC#
Noriega pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Noriega pounces like a tiger and cracks Marshall Matthews with a vicious hook! Marshall Matthews is down but not out! Noriega follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Pablo Noriega!
After winning the bout, Pablo Noriega thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 09, 2018

#R1#
Hawke scores with a hook to the body. Marshall Matthews takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Marshall Matthews has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hawke.
Hawke lands a nice leg kick that just misses Marshall Matthews's sensitive parts.
Marshall Matthews shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hawke defends it nicely.
Hawke scores with a body shot.
Marshall Matthews looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hawke scoring well with a low kick there.
That kick from Hawke tenderised Marshall Matthews's leg. Marshall Matthews is trying to keep his angry face on.
Marshall Matthews is looking to clinch but Hawke is avoiding it.
Marshall Matthews takes a swing at Hawke's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawke fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch but Hawke moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hawke. That's going to slow Marshall Matthews down.
Marshall Matthews takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawke throws a leg kick which misses Marshall Matthews's front leg but catches the back leg as Marshall Matthews tries to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hawke. #T1#
Hawke scores with a jab. Marshall Matthews acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Marshall Matthews takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Marshall Matthews fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hawke lands with a cross.
Warren Hawke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hawke. #CL#
Hawke moves into the clinch successfully.
Hawke has Marshall Matthews pressed against the cage, preventing Marshall Matthews from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hawke lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Marshall Matthews tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hawke lands a right hand that snaps the head of Marshall Matthews backwards.
Hawke lands a right hand that snaps the head of Marshall Matthews backwards.
Good body shot from Hawke. #BC#
Hawke's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hawke scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hawke scores with a sloppy right hand. Marshall Matthews should have avoided that one.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch up
and Hawke counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Marshall Matthews looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hawke.
Marshall Matthews shoots for a double leg takedown but Hawke sprawls well. He's pushed Marshall Matthews's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hawke thumps Marshall Matthews with a low kick.
Hawke tests Marshall Matthews's chin there with a solid looking shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Hawke.
Marshall Matthews moves in looking to clinch but Hawke pushes him off.
Good leg kick by Hawke there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hawke manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hawke tried to counter with a leg kick but Marshall Matthews avoided it.
Hawke thumps Marshall Matthews with a low kick.
Hawke bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Marshall Matthews's head backwards.
Marshall Matthews tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hawke sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Marshall Matthews somewhat.
Warren Hawke has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Morton Marshall Matthews.#T3##CL#
Hawke gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Marshall Matthews tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hawke's elbow.
Hawke softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Marshall Matthews trying to stall but Hawke improves his position.
Marshall Matthews wants to stall.
Hawke lands with a right to the head.
A short right from Hawke on the inside.
Hawke lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hawke scores with a shoulder strike.
Hawke lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC#
Marshall Matthews is rocked!
Marshall Matthews struggles to land a body shot inside as Hawke controls his hands.
Marshall Matthews is still on wobbly legs! Can Hawke finish him?
Hawke lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hawke lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short body shot lands from Hawke as the two fighters clinch.
Marshall Matthews looks winded!
A short right from Hawke on the inside. #T4#
Hawke lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Marshall Matthews or not. #BC#
Hawke's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hawke connects with a solid leg kick.
Marshall Matthews seems to have recovered his senses.
Hawke's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Hawke dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hawke lands a lovely overhand right.
Hawke with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Marshall Matthews takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
That kick from Hawke tenderised Marshall Matthews's leg. Marshall Matthews is trying to keep his angry face on.
Marshall Matthews throws a sloppy head kick and Hawke moves out of range easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Hawke misses its target.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Hawke.
Hawke lands with a good body shot.
Hawke connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hawke.
Hawke is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Hawke lands a leg kick that knocks Marshall Matthews off balance momentarily.
Hawke throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Marshall Matthews stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Marshall Matthews shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Warren Hawke dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Marshall Matthews on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Warren Hawke is winning the standup battle so far.
Hawke connects with a body shot.
Nice cross by Hawke.
Hawke scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marshall Matthews doesn't seem bothered though.
Hawke cracks Marshall Matthews with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch there but Hawke circles away.
Hawke scores with a body shot. #CL#
Hawke gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hawke lands with a left to the head.
Hawke working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short left from Hawke.
Marshall Matthews can't break the clinch. #BC#
Hawke escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hawke is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marshall Matthews can do to turn this around?
Hawke darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Marshall Matthews doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hawke connects with an inside leg kick.
Hawke keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Hawke feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Marshall Matthewss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hawke slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hawke jabs Marshall Matthews to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Marshall Matthews moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL#
Hawke fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Marshall Matthews, pushing him back against the cage.
A body shot lands from Hawke.
Marshall Matthews is breathing heavily.
Hawke digs a right hand into Marshall Matthews's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Marshall Matthews's gas tank.
Marshall Matthews takes a shot to the head.
Hawke scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Warren Hawke has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Hawke breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marshall Matthews misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Hawke forces Marshall Matthews back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Hawke breaks the clinch.
The crowd cheers as Hawke lands an impressive looking overhand right. Marshall Matthews doesn't seem phased though.
Good exchange - Hawke coming out on top.
Morton Marshall Matthews is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hawke closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Marshall Matthews! Hawke dives in looking to finish! Marshall Matthews is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Warren Hawke!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 20, 2018

#R1#
Cole checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Marshall Matthews takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Marshall Matthews takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Marshall Matthews misses with the body kick
enabling Cole to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab lands there for Cole.
Cole moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
A nice combination there by Cole. #ROC#
Marshall Matthews is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marshall Matthews misses with the body kick
and Cole counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marshall Matthews is still on wobbly legs! Can Cole finish him?
Cole connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Marshall Matthews tumbling to the canvas! Cole pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Marshall Matthews was done - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Rico Cole!
A relieved looking Rico Cole 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: FSF 10: Power
Date: Oct 03, 2017

#R1##TD#
Roberts feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB2#
Marshall Matthews is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Roberts defends well.
Roberts scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Marshall Matthews throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Roberts connects with a couple of short punches.
Roberts postures up and lands a big shot to Marshall Matthews's brow.
Roberts is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Roberts scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roberts passes into half guard.
Roberts is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Marshall Matthews is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Roberts scores with a couple of nice shots.
Roberts content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#T1#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Roberts lands a nice short elbow.
Marshall Matthews taking some punishment here, with Roberts in his half guard.
Roberts drops an elbow to the side of Marshall Matthews's head.
Roberts lands with a punch from half guard. #ROC#
Marshall Matthews is rocked!
Roberts controlling the action here.
Marshall Matthews is still in real trouble! Can Roberts finish him?
Roberts 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.
Still in half guard, Roberts seems content to control.
Marshall Matthews seems to have recovered his senses.
Roberts lands with a punch from half guard.
Nice strikes from Roberts there.
Roberts lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Marshall Matthews! More strikes land and this one is all over! Roberts jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jeff Roberts!
Jeff Roberts seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Swifty Promotions 5
Date: Jun 10, 2016

#R1#
Marshall Matthews jabs Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Marshall Matthews has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Marshall Matthews throws a nice head kick! #CL2#
Marshall Matthews takes the fight into the clinch.
Marshall Matthews pushes Jones back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Jones is trying to push Marshall Matthews away but Marshall Matthews has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Jones jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Marshall Matthews walks away with a smile on his face. Jones gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews has managed to clinch. #TD#
Jones successfully pulls guard. #SU2#
Marshall Matthews stands up from guard. Let's bang! #CL2#
Marshall Matthews has taken the fight to the clinch.
Marshall Matthews using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marshall Matthews pressing his opponent against the ropes.
Jones wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Marshall Matthews connects with a knee to the head.
Jones tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Jones is trying to push Marshall Matthews away but Marshall Matthews has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Marshall Matthews scores with a nice hook to the head.
Marshall Matthews lands a nice elbow.
Marshall Matthews is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Theo Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch. #CL#
Jones drives through and clinches with Marshall Matthews against the ropes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews presses Jones against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jones taking a breather.
Jones wants to stall.
Jones can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.
Marshall Matthews lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Marshall Matthews will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Jones up against the ropes.#T2#
Jones is trying to pull guard but Marshall Matthews turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Jones trying to stall but Marshall Matthews improves his position.
Jones is trying to maintain a safe position but Marshall Matthews gets an underhook and turns Jones into the ropes.
Marshall Matthews lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Jones is trying to break the clinch but Marshall Matthews is controlling him.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Marshall Matthews, which made it look bad.
Despite the aggression on Marshall Matthews's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#TD2#
Marshall Matthews shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Jones manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Marshall Matthews is standing up over Jones. Jones looks to escape but Marshall Matthews dives into side control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3##REVR#
Jones seems a little lost for a moment, as Marshall Matthews dominates the positioning.
Marshall Matthews advances to full mount.
Marshall Matthews won't let Jones get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Marshall Matthews controlling the position easily from mount.
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.
Jones knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Marshall Matthews on the ground.#T4##SU2#
Marshall Matthews get's back to his feet.
Jones blocks a head kick by Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews drives through and clinches with Jones against the ropes.
Marshall Matthews lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marshall Matthews connects with a jab.#CL#
Jones closes the distance and pushes Marshall Matthews back into the ropes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marshall Matthews lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jones backwards. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews manages to break the clinch.
Marshall Matthews lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Morton Marshall Matthews dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Jones falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Marshall Matthews counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Jones being controlled here, momentarily.
Marshall Matthews is continuing to stall.
Marshall Matthews sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jones's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Marshall Matthews trying to pass the guard but Jones defending well.
Marshall Matthews content to control rather than advance. #T1##SU2#
Marshall Matthews decides to stand up. #CL#
Jones closes the distance and clinches.
Jones has had enough of the clinch but Marshall Matthews keeps him there for the moment.
Marshall Matthews digs a right hand into Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jones's gas tank.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Marshall Matthews throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2##BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Jones moves into range and clinches up with Marshall Matthews.
Jones is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Marshall Matthews is defending well.
Jones tries to score a body lock takedown but Marshall Matthews shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews manages to break the clinch. #TD2#
Marshall Matthews feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Jones is wriggling around but Marshall Matthews manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marshall Matthews perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Marshall Matthews moves into full mount! Jones won't be happy about that! #SU2#
Marshall Matthews gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!#T3##CL2#
Marshall Matthews rushes Jones and presses him up against the ropes.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews manages to break the clinch.
Jones takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews moves into the clinch.
Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Marshall Matthews's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Jones closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jones tries for a takedown but Marshall Matthews sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Theo Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews forces Jones back against the ropes and clinches.
Marshall Matthews working Jones over with knees to the body.
Jones is trying to pull guard but Marshall Matthews turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Marshall Matthews is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T4#
Marshall Matthews leaning against his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marshall Matthews lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jones changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Marshall Matthews fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Morton Marshall Matthews seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones misses with a leg kick
and Marshall Matthews counters with a series of strikes. Jones will be more careful next time no doubt. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Marshall Matthews connects with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marshall Matthews scores with a one two! Jones had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #ROC2#
Jones is rocked!#KD2#
Marshall Matthews drops Jones with a right and a left! Marshall Matthews comes rushing in but Jones regains his composure and manages to keep Marshall Matthews in guard.
Oh Jones is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SU2#
Marshall Matthews stands up from guard. Let's bang! #CL#
Jones instigates a clinch.
Marshall Matthews working Jones over with knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Morton Marshall Matthews 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##KD2#
Marshall Matthews drops Jones with a right and a left! Marshall Matthews comes rushing in but Jones regains his composure and manages to keep Marshall Matthews in guard.
Marshall Matthews controls from within his opponent's guard.
Marshall Matthews works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Marshall Matthews takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Jones seems to have got his legs back now.
Morton Marshall Matthews has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones wants to control the action here but instead Marshall Matthews manages to pass to full mount!
Marshall Matthews controlling the position easily from mount. #T1##SU2#
Marshall Matthews stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.#TD2#
Marshall Matthews looking to score a takedown here. Jones is defending well but Marshall Matthews drives through and ends up in Jones's guard.
Marshall Matthews is stalling in the full guard.
Jones will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #T2#
Marshall Matthews controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jones looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Marshall Matthews puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Marshall Matthews is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Marshall Matthews dominating with strikes here.
Jones tries to lock up and control but Marshall Matthews gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Marshall Matthews controlling the position easily from mount. #T3##SU2#
Marshall Matthews is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Jones doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2#
and Marshall Matthews counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Marshall Matthews showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Jones wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Marshall Matthews is now in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marshall Matthews passes to full mount!
Theo Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Morton Marshall Matthews is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jones tries to strike from the bottom but he's left himself exposed and Marshall Matthews has taken his back.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 26:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 26:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Morton Marshall Matthews!
Morton Marshall Matthews decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Swifty Promotions 3
Date: May 27, 2016

#R1#
Wyatt misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Marshall Matthews holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wyatt backwards.
Marshall Matthews is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Marshall Matthews lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wyatt.#BC#
Marshall Matthews breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshall Matthews plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Marshall Matthews throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wyatt misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Marshall Matthews moves into the clinch.
Marshall Matthews crunches a lovely knee into Wyatt's ribcage.
Wyatt looks winded!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wyatt takes a knee right on the jaw! #T1##BC#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Marshall Matthews looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Marshall Matthews is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SU#
Marshall Matthews gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Wyatt doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Marshall Matthews counters with a three punch combo that has Wyatt backing up. Wyatt nods at Marshall Matthews to acknowledge the strikes.
Morton Marshall Matthews has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Wyatt.
Wyatt's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Marshall Matthews connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wyatt scrambles back to his feet.
Wyatt walks forward, straight into a front kick from Marshall Matthews.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marshall Matthews scores with a leg kick. #T2##CL#
Marshall Matthews has closed the distance and engaged Wyatt in a clinch.
Marshall Matthews lands a body punch in the clinch.
Marshall Matthews crunches a lovely knee into Wyatt's ribcage.#BC#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wyatt fails with the takedown#KD#
and Marshall Matthews counters with a head kick that drops Wyatt to the mat! Wyatt scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#
Wyatt is rocked!
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Marshall Matthews! Wyatt is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Morton Marshall Matthews!
A very excited looking Morton Marshall Matthews 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 08, 2016

#R1#
Marshall Matthews will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Marshall Matthews doesn't manage to clinch there - Teixeira circles away.
Marshall Matthews doesn't manage to clinch there - Teixeira circles away.
Teixeira throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Marshall Matthews's waist but Marshall Matthews gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Teixeira off to one side. #TD#
Marshall Matthews closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Marshall Matthews lands in his opponent's guard.
Teixeira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Marshall Matthews has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Marshall Matthews avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Marshall Matthews wants to control from the top but Teixeira keeps moving. #T1#
Teixeira bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Marshall Matthews's guard. #REVB#
Teixeira trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Teixeira pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marshall Matthews is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Marshall Matthews had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Teixeira defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marshall Matthews is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Marshall Matthews keeping full guard, as Teixeira tries to pass.
Teixeira trying to control the position from guard on top but Marshall Matthews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Marshall Matthews is trying to control the position but Teixeira postures up.
Teixeira tries to free his leg and advance position but Marshall Matthews is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marshall Matthews will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Teixeira slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Teixeira goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Marshall Matthews has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Teixeira but great work by Marshall Matthews.#SUB#
Marshall Matthews tries for a kimura but Teixeira is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Teixeira tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Marshall Matthews easily slips into full mount! #T3#
Marshall Matthews controlling from mount.
Teixeira is squirming around, avoiding Marshall Matthews's attempts to control the action.
Poor strikes thrown by Marshall Matthews there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Marshall Matthews throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Teixeira because Marshall Matthews loaded up on that one.
Marshall Matthews looking to control and managing it successfully.
Marshall Matthews fails to take his opponent's back. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Teixeira blocking the ground and pound.
Teixeira tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Marshall Matthews trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Teixeira is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Teixeira tries to improve his position but instead Marshall Matthews has taken his back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Morton Marshall Matthews dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Marshall Matthews shoots in but Teixeira avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Morton Marshall Matthews is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marshall Matthews blocks a jab.
Teixeira misses with a straight left.
Marshall Matthews uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Teixeira.
Marshall Matthews changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Teixeira connects with a good right hand that stumbles Marshall Matthews. Marshall Matthews circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Teixeira circles away from the clinch attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Marshall Matthews.
Teixeira is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshall Matthews changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Teixeira tries to avoid it but Marshall Matthews manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Teixeira to the ground. Teixeira escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Morton Marshall Matthews. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Teixeira displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Teixeira fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Teixeira misses the jab.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Teixeira crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Marshall Matthews - the referee stops the clock and Teixeira gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Marshall Matthews. Teixeira manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Marshall Matthews throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Teixeira.
Teixeira changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Marshall Matthews has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
A swing and a miss from Teixeira.#TD#
Marshall Matthews is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Teixeira's half guard.
Teixeira makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Teixeira.
Marshall Matthews trying to control the position from guard on top but Teixeira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB2#
Teixeira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Marshall Matthews defends well.
Marshall Matthews trying to control the position from guard on top but Teixeira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marshall Matthews is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Teixeira is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Teixeira is looking for a triangle here but Marshall Matthews uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marshall Matthews wants to take a breather but Teixeira manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Marshall Matthews. #T3##SUB2#
Teixeira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SU#
Marshall Matthews decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD#
Marshall Matthews shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Marshall Matthews showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
Marshall Matthews is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Marshall Matthews trying to control the action but Teixeira is working from the bottom. #T4#
Teixeira is positioning himself well to prevent Marshall Matthews advancing to mount.
Teixeira is looking to improve his position.
Marshall Matthews wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Teixeira wants to get back to full guard but Marshall Matthews has mounted him!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Paul Teixeira will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3##CL#
Marshall Matthews moves into the clinch.
Teixeira throws a head punch that misses.
Marshall Matthews lands an elbow inside.
Teixeira doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Teixeira breaks from the clinch.
Marshall Matthews fails with an attempt to clinch.
Marshall Matthews pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Teixeira wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Teixeira misses with a wild body shot.
Marshall Matthews throws a sloppy head kick and Teixeira moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshall Matthews shoots in but Teixeira avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Marshall Matthews misses with a low kick.
Marshall Matthews misses with a takedown attempt - Teixeira sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Teixeira. No joy for Marshall Matthews on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Morton Marshall Matthews. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch but Teixeira is having none of it.
Teixeira feints the counter takedown.
Marshall Matthews fails with the takedown.
Marshall Matthews avoids the body shot from Teixeira.
Nice shot by Teixeira.
Teixeira throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Teixeira lands with a good body shot.
Paul Teixeira seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marshall Matthews fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Marshall Matthews tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Teixeira swivels and escapes.
Teixeira throws a lazy right hand but Marshall Matthews sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marshall Matthews swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Marshall Matthews with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Teixeira to score with a decent uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Marshall Matthews. Those never looked like landing.
Teixeira fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Teixeira throws a right and a left that both miss.
Teixeira showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Marshall Matthews.
Teixeira lands with an overhand left.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Teixeira fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Marshall Matthews seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Marshall Matthews is defended easily by Teixeira.#T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Marshall Matthews looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Teixeira lands a jab.
Teixeira displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Marshall Matthews.
Teixeira just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Marshall Matthews has managed to clinch.
Teixeira blocks a body shot from Marshall Matthews. #BC#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marshall Matthews looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T4#
Teixeira misses with an uppercut
and Marshall Matthews counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Marshall Matthews shoots in looking for a takedown. Teixeira tries to sprawl out of it but Marshall Matthews keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Teixeira manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Teixeira is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marshall Matthews lands a two punch combo.
Marshall Matthews defending well as Teixeira loads up on a big left hand.
Marshall Matthews shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Teixeira eats them both and turns towards Marshall Matthews to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Teixeira swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Marshall Matthews counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2#
Teixeira looking for a guillotine here but Marshall Matthews defends easily.
Marshall Matthews advances to half guard.

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 Morton Marshall Matthews.
I think Marshall Matthews 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Morton Marshall Matthews!
Morton Marshall Matthews seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 03, 2016

#R1#
Cole misses with a body shot.
Good exchange - Cole coming out on top.
Marshall Matthews lands with an uppercut that bounces Cole off the cage and back into range.
Cole uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews shoots for a double leg takedown but Cole sprawls well. He's pushed Marshall Matthews's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A solid body kick from Cole.
A jab from Cole finds it's way through Marshall Matthews's defenses.
Marshall Matthews lands with a kick to the temple. Cole shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Cole keeps the fight on the outside.
Marshall Matthews walks into a left hand.
Cole misses with a straight left.
Rico Cole seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cole misses with a leg kick.
Cole avoids a kick to the body.
Cole is looking for a counter combo.
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!
Marshall Matthews fails with the takedown.
Cole throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T1#
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch but Cole moves out of range.
Cole half committed to a counter leg kick.
Marshall Matthews blocks a low kick nicely.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch up but Cole circles away and keeps his distance.
Cole takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice sprawl there from Cole as Marshall Matthews shoots in.
Rico Cole has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Morton Marshall Matthews.
Cole throws a good cross that connects.
Cole tries to bum rush Marshall Matthews with a series of wild strikes but Marshall Matthews uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Marshall Matthews with the counter takedown but Cole avoids it easily.
Cole swings for the body but Marshall Matthews moves out of range.
Cole pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marshall Matthews shapes to counter with a head kick.
Crunch! Marshall Matthews slams his shin into Cole's torso.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Marshall Matthews.
A swing and a miss from Cole.
Marshall Matthews shapes to counter with a head kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cole.
Cole throws a looping overhand right but Marshall Matthews ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
No joy there for Cole, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Cole cracks a nice hook into Marshall Matthews's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Marshall Matthews has closed the distance and engaged Cole in a clinch.
Cole trying to control the position but instead, Marshall Matthews has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cole into the cage.
Cole misses with the head strike. #BC#
Cole breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cole scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cole, pushing him back against the cage.
Marshall Matthews goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch.
Cole is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Marshall Matthews scores with a punch to the head.
Cole scores with a spinning back kick!
Cole tests Marshall Matthews's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Cole throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marshall Matthews looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Cole smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#TD2#
Marshall Matthews shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES#
Cole has one foot on Marshall Matthews's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Cole tries to sprawl but Marshall Matthews drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marshall Matthews tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Cole.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cole is controlling Marshall Matthews's trapped leg to prevent Marshall Matthews from advancing to side control.
Cole knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Marshall Matthews on the ground.
Cole is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Marshall Matthews has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at London MMA Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Cole wants to control but Marshall Matthews is keeping busy.
Cole is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB2#
Marshall Matthews is working for a kimura but Cole is defending it quite comfortably.
Marshall Matthews wants to free his trapped foot but Cole is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cole blocking the ground and pound attempt from Marshall Matthews.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rico Cole dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Cole misses with a low kick.
Marshall Matthews has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Cole finds it's way round the side to connect with Marshall Matthews's head.
Marshall Matthews misses with a takedown attempt - Cole sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Morton Marshall Matthews is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marshall Matthews wants to clinch.
Cole is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marshall Matthews can do to turn this around?
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Marshall Matthews thows a body kick. Cole tries to catch it but that hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cole tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A leg kick checked by Marshall Matthews.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews moves into the clinch successfully.
Cole misses with a punch to the body.
A bit of stalling here from Marshall Matthews. #T1#
Cole wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Cole has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Marshall Matthews throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Cole blocks it with crossed arms.
Marshall Matthews trying to land knees to the body.
Cole wants to get back to striking at distance but Marshall Matthews won't allow it. #BC#
Cole breaks the clinch.
Marshall Matthews misses with a head kick.
Marshall Matthews throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cole stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews moves into the clinch.
Cole effectively controlling the action here.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Marshall Matthews throws a leg kick which misses Cole's front leg but catches the back leg as Cole tries to avoid it.
Marshall Matthews moves out of range of the body kick.
Cole throws an overhand right that lands on Marshall Matthews's shoulder, as Marshall Matthews tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews moves into the clinch.#T2#
Cole misses with a body punch.
Cole stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Marshall Matthews lands a knee to the head.
Cole lands a nice shot to the body.
Marshall Matthews misses with a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Cole escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cole throws an overhand right that lands on Marshall Matthews's shoulder, as Marshall Matthews tries to avoid the shot.
Cole connects with a jab.
Good leg kick by Marshall Matthews there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews closes the distance and clinches.
Cole tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Marshall Matthews avoids it.
Cole can't break the clinch.
Cole tries to break free but Marshall Matthews pushes him back against the cage.
Marshall Matthews lands an elbow just above Cole 's eye. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Marshall Matthews lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T3#
Cole circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cole loads up on a big right hand but Marshall Matthews slips the punch.
A jab from Cole misses.
Marshall Matthews shoots in looking for a takedown. Cole tries to sprawl out of it but Marshall Matthews keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cole manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Marshall Matthews feints and as Cole raises his hands in defense, Marshall Matthews changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Cole not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Marshall Matthews wanted to stand there but Cole had control of the position.
Cole has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T4#
Marshall Matthews trying to control the position from guard on top but Cole is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marshall Matthews is fighting to break Cole's control of his arms but Cole is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Cole has a closed guard, preventing Marshall Matthews from standing up.
Marshall Matthews seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Cole has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Marshall Matthews has passed into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Morton Marshall Matthews showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Marshall Matthews blocks the body kick.
Marshall Matthews lands with a thumping leg kick. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews instigates a clinch.
Cole wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Marshall Matthews has him pressed against the cage.
Cole tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marshall Matthews's elbow.
Good body shot from Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews prevents a body shot from Cole.
Marshall Matthews with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC#
Cole breaks from the clinch.
Cole lands a nice hook to Marshall Matthews's body. Marshall Matthews takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Cole moves out of range as Marshall Matthews throws a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshall Matthews goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews has managed to clinch.
Cole is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Cole wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T1##BC#
Cole pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Marshall Matthews is looking to clinch but Cole is avoiding it.
Cole was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Marshall Matthews fails with a takedown attempt.
Rico Cole is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch up.
Marshall Matthews's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Marshall Matthews duly obliges. #TD2#
Marshall Matthews throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Cole was covering up waiting for the punch and Marshall Matthews finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Marshall Matthews trying to control but Cole is working from the bottom.
Morton Marshall Matthews has got the better of the ground game so far.
Marshall Matthews won't allow Cole to sweep him here. #T2#
Cole is working hard here to advance position.
Marshall Matthews loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Cole looking to control.
Marshall Matthews controlling from the top position.
Cole is controlling Marshall Matthews's posture.
Marshall Matthews seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Cole tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marshall Matthews was well out of range. Poor timing from Cole.
Cole avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Marshall Matthews connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Cole misses with a body kick.
Marshall Matthews wants to clinch.
Cole rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marshall Matthews counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Marshall Matthews throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews clinches with his opponent.
Cole has a couple of punches blocked by Marshall Matthews.
Cole tries to throw a body punch but Marshall Matthews avoids it by throwing Cole back against the cage.
A short right from Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews prevents a body shot from Cole. #T4##BC2#
Marshall Matthews's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marshall Matthews misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Cole looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Marshall Matthews takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marshall Matthews misses with a two punch combination. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews darts in and clinches Cole up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Marshall Matthews - that landed with a thud.
Nice elbow from Marshall Matthews.
Cole tries a body shot but Marshall Matthews blocks it.
Marshall Matthews trying to land knees to the body.
Cole stalling.
Cole can't break the clinch.
Cole misses with a punch to the body.
Marshall Matthews misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Cole breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cole throws the kick towards the body but Marshall Matthews avoids it.
Marshall Matthews is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Morton Marshall Matthews comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Marshall Matthews 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 William Gold scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Morton Marshall Matthews!
Our winner, Morton Marshall Matthews, 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2016

#R1##CL#
Downem closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews clinches up with Downem and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Downem keeps the fight on the outside.
The fight stays on the outside here - Marshall Matthews looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Downem misses with an uppercut. Marshall Matthews saw that one coming.#CL#
Downem clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Downem fails to land.
Marshall Matthews stalling in the clinch but Downem improves position. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch but Downem moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshall Matthews lands with a nice combination. Downem backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#
It looks like Takem Downem has been cut.
Downem takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #ROC2#
Downem is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Marshall Matthews bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Oh Downem is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Downem managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Marshall Matthews.
Downem is not content to let Marshall Matthews control the position. #T1#
Downem wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Downem seems to have got his legs back now.
Downem manages to work his way to half guard, despite Marshall Matthews's best efforts.
Marshall Matthews tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marshall Matthews trying to pass the guard but Downem defending well.
Downem is trying to stand. #SUB2#
Marshall Matthews is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Downem defends it well. #SUB2#
Marshall Matthews is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Downem wants to get back to full guard.
Marshall Matthews is trying to control the action in half guard but Downem is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Marshall Matthews is just content to waste time from the top position. Downem takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Downem controls Marshall Matthews momentarily but Marshall Matthews frees himself.
Marshall Matthews is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Marshall Matthews looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Downem tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Marshall Matthews manages to circle out of the way.
Downem with a poor takedown
and Marshall Matthews counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Downem, pushing him back against the cage.
Downem tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Marshall Matthews just stands there and leans against the cage.
A short right from Marshall Matthews on the inside. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews manages to break the clinch.
Downem shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Marshall Matthews counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takem Downem. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Downem circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Downem counters with a single leg into guard. Marshall Matthews didn't expect that.
Marshall Matthews is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Downem dives into side control. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#REVB#
Downem passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Marshall Matthews!
Marshall Matthews is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Marshall Matthews keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Downem putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marshall Matthews tries to lock up and control but Downem gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Marshall Matthews is trying to stand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Morton Marshall Matthews dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Takem Downem'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##CL2#
Marshall Matthews closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Marshall Matthews blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Downem misses with a punch to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Marshall Matthews obliges.
Marshall Matthews working Downem over with knees to the body.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Downem takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CL#
Downem pushes Marshall Matthews up against the cage in a clinch.
Marshall Matthews struggles to land a body shot inside as Downem controls his hands. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Marshall Matthews fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Downem avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
It looked like Downem was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marshall Matthews tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Downem paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Downem gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Downem is looking for a takedown.
Downem has a couple of punches blocked by Marshall Matthews. #T1#
A nice left hand lands by Downem.
Marshall Matthews displaying some good clinch control by pressing Downem up against the cage.#TD#
Downem manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #ES#
Downem pushes Marshall Matthews off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Morton Marshall Matthews seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Downem is trying to force a seperation but Marshall Matthews has the dominant position.
Marshall Matthews unloads a knee to the mid-section. Downem lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Downem prevents a body shot from Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews lands a nice knee to the body.
Downem has a couple of punches blocked by Marshall Matthews. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Downem. #T2#
Downem goes for a takedown in the clinch but Marshall Matthews prevents it.
Marshall Matthews working Downem over with knees to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Downem takes an elbow to the temple.
Marshall Matthews displaying some good clinch control by pressing Downem up against the cage.
Downem changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Marshall Matthews fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takem Downem. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews clinches with his opponent.
Marshall Matthews scores with a hook to the body.
Marshall Matthews blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Downem forces Marshall Matthews back against the cage and clinches.#T3#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Marshall Matthews is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Downem misses with a punch on the inside.
Marshall Matthews tries to land a knee to the head but Downem blocks with his arms.
Marshall Matthews lands a nice elbow.
A right hand to the body from Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews throws a knee to the head but misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Downem swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Downem jumps guard but Marshall Matthews stands there with Downem around his waist. Downem gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marshall Matthews lands with a nice combination. Downem backs away looking to recover.
Marshall Matthews leaves Downem with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Downem shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marshall Matthews but Marshall Matthews pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T4##TD#
Downem shoots in and gets a takedown into Marshall Matthews's guard.#ES2#
Marshall Matthews scrambles 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!
Marshall Matthews throws a right hand that Downem ducks under and follows up with a left that Downem also avoids with ease.
A head kick misses from Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #TD2#
Marshall Matthews shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Downem manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES#
Downem wriggles free and stands up.
Marshall Matthews lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Morton Marshall Matthews showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Takem Downem'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. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Marshall Matthews shoots in and bounces Downem off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Downem keeping moving, preventing Marshall Matthews from controlling successfully.
Marshall Matthews makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Downem wants to stand but Marshall Matthews is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Downem working a defensive guard but Marshall Matthews passes into half guard.
Marshall Matthews is looking to stall here but Downem recovers full guard.
Downem keeping moving, preventing Marshall Matthews from controlling successfully. #T1##ES#
Downem manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Marshall Matthews chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Downem darts in looking for a takedown but Marshall Matthews gets double underhooks and turns Downem into the cage.
As Downem backs off Marshall Matthews throws a huge counter combo but Downem manages to avoid it all.
Downem fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Downem is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Marshall Matthews's half guard.
Marshall Matthews controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T2#
Downem is thwarting Marshall Matthews's attempts to control the position.
Downem content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Marshall Matthews is trying to stand up here but Downem is controlling him well.
Marshall Matthews trying to control but Downem postures up. #T3#
Marshall Matthews is trying to control but Downem passes into side control!
Downem wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marshall Matthews keeps working.
Takem Downem has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marshall Matthews looks to move to half guard but instead Downem has passed into mount! Damn!
A nice elbow there by Downem.#SU#
Downem get's back to his feet.#CL#
Downem moves into the clinch.#T4##BC2#
Marshall Matthews's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Marshall Matthews.#TD#
Marshall Matthews gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Downem wants to control from the top but Marshall Matthews keeps moving. #SU#
Marshall Matthews is working an open guard so Downem takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marshall Matthews tries for a takedown but Downem circles away easily#TD#
and Downem counters with a takedown into side control.
Morton Marshall Matthews is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Marshall Matthews takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Downem is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Marshall Matthews has escaped the position, nice work there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takem Downem showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Marshall Matthews 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 01, 2016

#R1#
McConnell misses with a wild combination. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews rushes McConnell and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
McConnell avoiding damage as Marshall Matthews throws knees to the body.
Marshall Matthews just leaning against McConnell, taking a breather.
McConnell is trying to break the clinch but Marshall Matthews is controlling him.
The referee calls for Marshall Matthews to work. #BC#
McConnell's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McConnell circles away from the clinch attempt.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch up but McConnell circles away and keeps his distance.
A nice leg kick lands there from Marshall Matthews.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshall Matthews on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McConnell fails to land with a series of punches.
McConnell circles away from the clinch attempt.
McConnell jabs Marshall Matthews right on the nose. Marshall Matthews blinks but takes it well.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews rushes McConnell and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Marshall Matthews missing with knees to the body. #T1#
Marshall Matthews is looking to control McConnell's arms but McConnell gets an underhook and turns him. Now Marshall Matthews has his back to the cage. #BC2#
Marshall Matthews manages to break the clinch.
McConnell tries to bum rush Marshall Matthews with a series of wild strikes but Marshall Matthews uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Conor McConnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch there but McConnell circles away.
McConnell appears to be looking for a big counter.
Conor McConnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice sprawl there from McConnell as Marshall Matthews shoots in.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews takes the fight into the clinch.
Marshall Matthews lands a knee to the body.
A short uppercut from Marshall Matthews.
McConnell can't break the clinch.
Marshall Matthews tries a body shot but McConnell blocks it.
Marshall Matthews pushes McConnell back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Marshall Matthews.
McConnell blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Marshall Matthews lands an elbow that stopped McConnell in his tracks for a moment.
Marshall Matthews has McConnell pressed against the cage, preventing McConnell from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Marshall Matthews tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
McConnell tries to circle away but Marshall Matthews has him pinned against the cage.#T2##BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A big left from McConnell misses.
Marshall Matthews misses with a takedown attempt - McConnell sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A quick step to the side and McConnell tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good shot there by Marshall Matthews.
McConnell misses with a two punch combination.
McConnell throws a series of punches but Marshall Matthews avoids them all with ease.
Marshall Matthews's coach down at London MMA Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Marshall Matthews's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Marshall Matthews slips a jab and a cross from McConnell.
McConnell displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Marshall Matthews.
Conor McConnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Morton Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McConnell.
Marshall Matthews fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Marshall Matthews walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Marshall Matthews looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
McConnell tries to bum rush Marshall Matthews with a series of wild strikes but Marshall Matthews uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Marshall Matthews throws a counter combo.
Marshall Matthews shoots in and drives through. McConnell sprawls well.
McConnell lands an overhand right.
McConnell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Marshall Matthews at a distance.
McConnell scores with a decent looking hook.
No joy there for McConnell, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McConnell, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Marshall Matthews.
McConnell throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Marshall Matthews slips under a jab from McConnell.
McConnell keeps the fight on the outside.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McConnell misses with a hook to the body
and Marshall Matthews counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marshall Matthews takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #TD2#
Marshall Matthews darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Marshall Matthews is trying to control the action in half guard but McConnell is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
McConnell is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Tycoon Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T4#
McConnell pushes Marshall Matthews off looking to stand but Marshall Matthews dives back in and keeps control.
Marshall Matthews wants to free his trapped foot but McConnell is holding on for dear life with his legs.
McConnell avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Marshall Matthews.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB2#
Marshall Matthews is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McConnell defends it well.
Marshall Matthews is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Conor McConnell will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Marshall Matthews is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch up.
Marshall Matthews pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces McConnell back to the cage. Marshall Matthews follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
McConnell looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Marshall Matthews is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marshall Matthews is looking to clinch but McConnell is avoiding it.
McConnell connects with a good right hand that stumbles Marshall Matthews. Marshall Matthews circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McConnell misses with the combination.
McConnell fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McConnell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch up but McConnell circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell keeps the fight on the outside.
McConnell slaps away a takedown attempt from Marshall Matthews, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Marshall Matthews looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch up.
McConnell seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
McConnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews slips a jab and a cross from McConnell.
McConnell cracks Marshall Matthews with a good jab.
McConnell throws a right and a left that both miss.
McConnell misses with a looping right.
Marshall Matthews misses with a wild combination.
Marshall Matthews lands an overhand right.
Conor McConnell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McConnell swats away the attempt to clinch by Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews ducks under a wild hook from McConnell.
Marshall Matthews moves out of range as McConnell strikes.
Marshall Matthews drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McConnell defends it well.
McConnell works Marshall Matthews's body with a nice hook.
Marshall Matthews misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Conor McConnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Morton Marshall Matthews.
McConnell misses with a body punch
and Marshall Matthews counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Marshall Matthews gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Conor McConnell is winning the standup battle so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McConnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall Matthews. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews rushes McConnell and presses him up against the cage.
McConnell can't break the clinch. #BC#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marshall Matthews is looking to clinch but McConnell is avoiding it. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews pushes McConnell up against the cage in a clinch.
McConnell can't break the clinch. #BC#
McConnell manages to break the clinch.
McConnell works Marshall Matthews's body with a nice hook.
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Marshall Matthews.
Nice uppercut lands for McConnell. That snapped Marshall Matthews's head back.
McConnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marshall Matthews can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Marshall Matthews takes the fight into the clinch.
McConnell avoids the elbow strike from Marshall Matthews, against the cage.
McConnell avoids a wild elbow strike from Marshall Matthews.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Marshall Matthews fails with an attempt to clinch.
Marshall Matthews throws a leg kick but McConnell sees it coming and moves out of range.
McConnell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marshall Matthews moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McConnell connects with a body shot that sends Marshall Matthews's belly button to the back.
McConnell throws a right and a left that Marshall Matthews avoids nicely.
Marshall Matthews takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McConnell lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by McConnell.
McConnell connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Marshall Matthews's hands.
Marshall Matthews dodges the punch combination from McConnell.
Marshall Matthews is looking for the big counter here.
McConnell stuffs the takedown attempt from Marshall Matthews. Marshall Matthews gets slowly back to his feet.
Marshall Matthews tries to score a power double leg takedown but McConnell sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Marshall Matthews somewhat.
Marshall Matthews takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McConnell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Marshall Matthews fails with an attempt to clinch.
McConnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marshall Matthews manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews clinches up against the cage.
Marshall Matthews has McConnell pressed against the cage, preventing McConnell from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Marshall Matthews manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #BC#
McConnell breaks the clinch.
Marshall Matthews moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Marshall Matthews is looking to clinch but McConnell is avoiding it.
Sloppy strikes from McConnell. Those never looked like landing.
McConnell looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Marshall Matthews shapes to counter with a head kick.
McConnell throws a series of punches but Marshall Matthews avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews clinches up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Conor McConnell dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Marshall Matthews fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McConnell manages to avoid it.
McConnell avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Marshall Matthews pushes McConnell up against the cage in a clinch.
Marshall Matthews is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McConnell is defending well for now.#BC#
McConnell manages to break the clinch.
Marshall Matthews on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McConnell throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Marshall Matthews counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Marshall Matthews seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Marshall Matthews tries to free his leg and advance position but McConnell is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Marshall Matthews trying to control the position from guard on top but McConnell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SU2#
Marshall Matthews gets to his feet - McConnell follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Marshall Matthews shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Marshall Matthews advances position into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marshall Matthews happy to just control the position for now.
Marshall Matthews trying to control the action but McConnell is working from the bottom. #T2#
Marshall Matthews taking a breather here. #SU2#
Marshall Matthews decides to stand up, so the ref orders McConnell to his feet.
McConnell looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Marshall Matthews tries to close the distance and clinch but McConnell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Marshall Matthews lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Marshall Matthews.
Marshall Matthews uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McConnell. #T3#
Marshall Matthews tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Marshall Matthews shoots in for a takedown but McConnell shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Marshall Matthews closes the distance and pushes McConnell back into the cage.
Marshall Matthews keeps control of McConnell as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Marshall Matthews tries a body shot but McConnell blocks it.
Marshall Matthews tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McConnell avoids it.#BC2#
Marshall Matthews breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McConnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McConnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Marshall Matthews shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McConnell as he avoids it easily.
As Marshall Matthews tries to get set, McConnell tries to push him back and clinch up but Marshall Matthews manages to avoid the attempt.
Marshall Matthews takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McConnell lands a slapping body shot.
McConnell misses the shot to the body.
McConnell bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McConnell lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T4#
McConnell moves out of range of the body kick.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McConnell!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Marshall Matthews fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. McConnell sprawls well initially but Marshall Matthews persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Marshall Matthews stalling.
McConnell wants to get back to his feet.
Morton Marshall Matthews has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marshall Matthews content to control rather than advance.
McConnell looks like he's trying to stand up.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Morton Marshall Matthews.
I think McConnell has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Conor McConnell!
A victorious Conor McConnell thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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