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Event: UGD 27:Dykstra Vs Fist     
Date:   Oct 15, 2016
#R1#
A big left from Gracie misses.
Gracie buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gracie throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gracie misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #TD#
Campion looking to score a takedown here. Gracie is defending well but Campion drives through and ends up in Gracie's guard.
Campion with a flurry of punches that miss.
Campion cracks Gracie with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Gracie has his foot on Campion's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Campion works his way back into a safe position though.
Gracie is trying to control the position but Campion postures up.
Gracie managing to control the position.
Campion is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Gracie has his foot on Campion's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Campion works his way back into a safe position though.
Gracie throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Campion content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1##SUB2#
Gracie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Campion is aware though and is defending well.
Campion with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Campion from controlling successfully.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Campion tries to pass. #SUB2#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Campion can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gracie pulls Campion in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Campion tries to pass.
Campion throws a big right hand that misses.
Gracie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Campion has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T2#
Campion slips nicely into half guard.
Gracie is controlling Campion's trapped leg to prevent Campion from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Gracie is defending against the submission attempts here by Campion.
Gracie trying to control here. #SUB#
Campion is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Campion is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well. #T3##SUB#
Gracie is defending against the submission attempts here by Campion.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Gracie trying to control from the bottom.
Gracie is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Campion's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Campion's back!
Gracie punches the canvas rather than the man. #SUB2#
Gracie working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Gracie is hanging on to Campion's back as he tries to escape.
Gracie lands a shot to the head.
Campion tries to escape but Gracie has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Gracie landing with strikes. #CUT2#
It looks like Thomas Campion has been cut.
My spies in London MMA Club inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Campion is trapped and Gracie is scoring with shots to the head and body. #SUB2#
Gracie is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Well, with Gracie on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Campion is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Gracie punches Campion on the ear.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campion is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB2#
Gracie working for a choke but Campion is defending well.
Campion covering up well under a series of strikes from Gracie. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for the choke but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Maksymilian Gracie dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Campion's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Campion rushes Gracie and presses him up against the cage.
Gracie working hard to break the clinch.
Gracie blocks an elbow strike from Campion. #TD#
Campion jumps guard.
Gracie throws a big right hand that misses.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Campion is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Campion has control of Gracie's left arm, preventing Gracie from doing any damage.
Gracie looking to sit in guard and control but Campion gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T1#
Campion stands up over Gracie, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Campion trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gracie not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Campion postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Gracie trying to control the position.
Campion connects with a couple of short punches.
Campion postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Campion wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Campion working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gracie's head.
Campion forces his way into half guard.#T2#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Campion lands a nice short elbow.
Gracie trying to control here. #SUB#
Campion is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gracie trying to control here.
Campion is looking to stall here but Gracie recovers full guard.
Gracie is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Campion keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Gracie's head.
Campion is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Gracie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Campion is aware though and is defending well.#T3#
Campion is fighting to break Gracie's control of his arms but Gracie is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Campion connects with a couple of short punches.
Campion trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Gracie not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Campion tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Campion defends well.
Campion trying to stand up but can't free himself from Gracie's guard.
Campion is working Gracie over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Campion is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Campion passes Gracie's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T4##SUB#
Campion is working for a submission of some sort.
Campion lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gracie has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Campion is working away from the top position though.
Gracie is pressing down on Campion's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Campion preventing the sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gracie is trying to keep Campion in close.
Campion working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Campion makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Campion dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Campion's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Campion defending well as Gracie loads up on a big left hand.
Gracie lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Campion circles away quickly and effectively.
Campion appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gracie.
Gracie tries to work over Campion's front leg with a kick but Campion checks it.
Gracie thows a leg kick but Campion checks it #TD#
and Campion counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Gracie tries to roll over but Campion keeps him under control.
Campion wants to pass to mount but Gracie is defending the position.
Gracie wants to control but Campion is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Campion is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Campion.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campion is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T1#
Campion not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Gracie actively working from the bottom here.
Gracie slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Campion in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Campion trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Campion stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Campion chips away with some ground and pound.
Campion throwing strikes from guard but Gracie blocks nicely.
Thomas Campion overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2##SU#
Campion gets to his feet. Gracie looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Gracie misses with a series of wild punches. #TD#
Campion shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Gracie manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Gracie wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Campion is now in half guard.
Campion is keen to just control but Gracie is a slippery customer.
Gracie is looking to control Campion's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?#SU#
Campion stands up from half guard.
Campion tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gracie throws a counter combo.
Maksymilian Gracie is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Gracie throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Campion counters with a takedown into side control.
Campion trying to control the action but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Gracie is trying to improve his position.
Campion is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SU#
Campion decides to stand back up. #TD#
Campion closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Campion is trying to control the action in half guard but Gracie is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
Campion lands with a punch from half guard.
Nice strikes from Campion there.
Campion with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Campion prevents Gracie from improving his position.
Gracie on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
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!
Campion is trying to control the action in half guard but Gracie is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gracie tries to roll over but Campion keeps him under control.
Campion working Gracie over with strikes.
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Campion is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gracie controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Gracie wants to control but Campion is keeping busy and won't allow it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Thomas Campion showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Campion 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 Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Campion!

During a confident post fight interview, Thomas Campion thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: LKO24 Destruction     
Date:   Oct 08, 2016
#R1#
Forkbeard scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Forkbeard ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Forkbeard takes a swing at Campion's ribcage but misses.
Campion with the counter takedown but Forkbeard avoids it easily.
Forkbeard throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Campion is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Forkbeard, right into the meat. #TD2#
Campion shoots in and gets a takedown into Forkbeard's guard.
Forkbeard knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Campion on the ground.
Campion forces his way into half guard.
Campion wants to take a breather but Forkbeard is having none of it.
Forkbeard has his hands clasped together around Campion's back. He's all about the action.
Campion sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Forkbeard manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Forkbeard looking to hit a scissor sweep but Campion is one step ahead there.
Campion is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Forkbeard on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Forkbeard tries to get out of the position.
Campion postures up in Forkbeard's guard and throws a big left but Forkbeard blocks it.
Campion content to stall in guard here. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Forkbeard is pulling down on Campion's head. It's preventing any offense from Campion, at least for the moment.
Campion is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Forkbeard lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT#
It looks like John Campion has been cut.
Campion takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Forkbeard seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#T3#
Campion darts in looking for a takedown but Forkbeard gets double underhooks and turns Campion into the cage.
Forkbeard lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Campion tries to score a power double leg takedown but Forkbeard sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Campion somewhat.
Campion throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Campion takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Forkbeard fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Campion looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Campion has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Campion misses with a takedown attempt
and Forkbeard counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sweyn Forkbeard!
John Campion was interviewed post fight and said 'Hats off to my opponent. Don't rest on your laurels, though...I'll be back.'.

 

Event: Revolution XC 7     
Date:   Oct 06, 2016
#R1#
Cavendish defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Campion.
Campion throws a series of punches but Cavendish avoids them all with ease.
Campion takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Campion fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Cavendish scores with a jab to the jaw.
Cavendish's corner calls for a 1-2. Cavendish obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Cavendish scores with a four punch combination!
Cavendish misses the jab.
Campion throws a series of punches but Cavendish avoids them all with ease.
Cavendish slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cavendish bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Campion's head backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campion slips under a jab from Cavendish.
Cavendish throws a chopping leg kick but Campion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T1#
Cavendish lands a jab.
Campion shoots in and drives through. Cavendish sprawls well.
Marcel Cavendish has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Campion.
Cavendish stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Campion takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
That kick from Cavendish tenderised Campion's leg. Campion is trying to keep his angry face on.
Cavendish scores with a nice right hand.
Cavendish with a jab.
Cavendish defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Campion.
Cavendish is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#TD2#
Campion gets the takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cavendish tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Cavendish manages to work his way to half guard, despite Campion's best efforts.
Cavendish is trying is best to control the position here. #T2#
Campion is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Campion stalling. #SUB2#
Campion seems to be looking for submissions.
Campion performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Campion has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Cavendish sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Cavendish is trying to control but can't. #T3#
Cavendish tries to roll over but Campion keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Campion is working for a submission of some sort.
Campion throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Cavendish slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Campion throwing strikes from guard but Cavendish blocks nicely.
Campion loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Cavendish has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Campion preventing the sweep. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Campion throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cavendish works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cavendish keeping moving, preventing Campion from controlling successfully.
Cavendish utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Campion wants to control from the top but Cavendish keeps moving.
Cavendish avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Campion is pushing down on Cavendish's leg trying to pass to half guard. Cavendish is fighting to maintain full guard but Campion has managed to sneak the leg through.
Cavendish wants to improve his position but Campion is controlling well.
Cavendish moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Campion throwing strikes from guard but Cavendish blocks nicely.
Cavendish is pulling down on Campion's head to control his posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marcel Cavendish 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#
Horrible takedown attempt by Campion or perhaps it was just good defense by Cavendish, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Campion closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Campion lands in his opponent's guard.
Cavendish looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Cavendish is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Campion working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cavendish doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cavendish manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Michael Campion 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.
Cavendish wants to control from the top but Campion keeps moving. #T1#
Campion working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campion wants to stand but Cavendish is controlling the position.
Campion is trying to keep Cavendish in close.
Cavendish wants to pass the guard but Campion is keeping the position.
Campion trying to control the position.
Cavendish won't allow Campion to get back to his feet. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Cavendish stays in close to Campion's body and controls the position.
Cavendish trying to control the position from guard on top but Campion is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Campion staying out of range there.
Campion looks for a takedown but Cavendish sprawls well.
Marcel Cavendish seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cavendish lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T3#
Campion slips under a jab.
Campion changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A shot to the liver by Cavendish. Beautiful body shot.
Cavendish walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Campion checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Campion fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Marcel Cavendish has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Campion.
Cavendish pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nice body kick from Cavendish.#TD2#
Campion 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.
Cavendish has his hands on Campion's head, controlling the position.
Cavendish lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Campion not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4#
Cavendish controlling from the top position.
Cavendish throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #ES2#
Campion pushes Cavendish off and scrambles back to his feet.
Michael Campion is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cavendish.
Cavendish swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Campion is defended easily by Cavendish.
Cavendish is looking to counter punch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cavendish misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Campion.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marcel Cavendish dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Cavendish lands a leg kick that knocks Campion off balance momentarily.
Cavendish stuns Campion with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Cavendish fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Cavendish catches Campion with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cavendish throws a body shot but no joy.
And Campion tries to counter it with a takedown but Cavendish pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Cavendish lands a lovely overhand right.
Cavendish is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Campion can do to turn this around?
Campion has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Campion there as he acknowledges the shot.
Cavendish avoids the body shot from Campion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Cavendish misses.
Cavendish slaps away a takedown attempt from Campion, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Cavendish is looking to counter punch.
Cavendish rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Campion counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T1#
Campion pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cavendish is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Campion drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Campion jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Campion scoring with some ground and pound.
Cavendish manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Campion manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Campion trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Cavendish forces his way into half guard.
Cavendish is trying to control. Campion wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cavendish is looking to advance position but Campion won't allow it. #T2#
Campion wants to get back to full guard.
Campion moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Campion looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Campion looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cavendish is one step ahead there.
Campion is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Campion is on top in guard. #REVB##T3#
Campion trying to control the position from guard on top but Cavendish is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Campion is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Cavendish tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Campion throwing strikes but missing.
Campion is in close to Cavendish's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Cavendish looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Campion has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Campion wants to control from the top but Cavendish keeps moving.
Campion stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cavendish swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Cavendish looking for a sweep. Not yet Cavendish, not yet.
Michael Campion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Campion makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Cavendish looking to hit a scissor sweep but Campion is one step ahead there.
Campion wants to control from the top but Cavendish keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cavendish misses the jab.
Cavendish throws a chopping leg kick but Campion manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Cavendish slips a jab and a cross from Campion.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marcel Cavendish!

Michael Campion was interviewed post fight and said 'Kudos mate...till we meet again.'.

 


 

Event: GKNY 92 - Mencken v Gumption 3     
Date:   Oct 01, 2016
#R1#
Basaev bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Campion's head backwards.
Basaev jabs Campion to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Basaev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Basaev takes a swing at Campion's ribcage but misses.
Jab, jab by Basaev - just one landing.
Basaev pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Basaev lands a jab.
Basaev misses with a body kick.
Reed Basaev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Basaev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Campion.
Basaev lands a glancing blow to the side of Campion's head.
Campion tries to clinch but Basaev moves out of range.
Campion throws a looping overhand right but Basaev ducks down to avoid it.
Campion swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
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!
Campion takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Campion avoids the head kick by Basaev. #T1#
Campion goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nice body kick from Basaev.
Basaev moves into range and connects with a jab.
Basaev scores with a sloppy right hand. Campion should have avoided that one.
Basaev throws a head kick that Campion semi-blocks.
Campion takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #ROC2#
Campion is rocked!
Campion throws a head kick that Basaev semi-blocks.
Oh Campion is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT#
It looks like Reed Basaev has been cut.
Sloppy strikes from Campion. Those never looked like landing.
Campion is breathing heavily.
Campion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Basaev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Basaev is stalking Campion. Campion circles to his left. Keeps circling left. Bam! Straight right from Basaev, and it's lights out! Campion really payed the price for that rookie mistake.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Reed Basaev!
Reed Basaev thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Luke Campion was interviewed post fight and said 'Congratulations to my opponent. He was the better man today. Now I go back to training to make sure that I'm the better man tomorrow. Thanks to the fans for all of their support.'.

 

Event: Highland Games 204     
Date:   Sep 08, 2016
#R1##CL#
Campion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Campion has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Boucher after a bit of a struggle.
Campion looking for a takedown.
Campion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Boucher lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Campion backwards.
Boucher swings wildly with an uppercut but Campion uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boucher throws a punch but it's blocked by Campion.
We've been hearing reports that Campion has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Campion turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Campion manages to end up in side control.#SUB#
Campion is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Boucher knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campion prevents Boucher from escaping the position.#SUB#
Campion tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Campion is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boucher has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
Campion trying to control the action but Boucher is working from the bottom.
Boucher is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Campion asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Campion wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boucher keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campion working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB#
Campion tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Campion has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Campion throws a strike aimed at the side of Boucher's head but Boucher avoids it well.#SUB#
Campion tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Campion has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2#
Boucher is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Campion has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Boucher really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Campion. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Campion wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Boucher, who protects the arm well.
Boucher is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB#
Campion thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Campion postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T3#
Campion staying calm.
Campion lands a nice forearm strike.
Campion lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Boucher down. #SUB#
Campion thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Campion in side control, throwing shots but Boucher defends. #SU#
Campion stands up.
Boucher has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Campion is landing a low percentage of strikes.#CL#
Campion darts in and clinches Boucher up against the cage.#T4#
Campion pushes Boucher back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Boucher misses with a short punch on the inside.
Boucher doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Campion is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Boucher gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Campion. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boucher lands a left hand.
Campion drops down looking for an ankle pick but Boucher pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL#
Campion has Boucher up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boucher lands with a right to the head.
Boucher lands a right hand that snaps the head of Campion backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Campion dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Campion clinches.
Campion blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Campion successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Campion is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boucher defends well.#SU2#
Boucher stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Campion doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD2#
and Boucher counters with a crisp one two that drops Campion! Boucher thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Campion to his feet! Campion is in big trouble!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion is holding his hands too far apart here. Boucher throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Campion is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Roberto Boucher!
Our winner, Roberto Boucher, 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.
Thomas Campion was interviewed post fight and said 'Congratulations to my opponent. He was the better man today. Now I go back to training to make sure that I'm the better man tomorrow. Thanks to the fans for all of their support.'.

 


 

Event: GKNY 86 - Fist v Man     
Date:   Aug 20, 2016
#R1##CL#
Campion tries to keep at a distance but Wagner has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Wagner 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wagner keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Wagner throws a series of punches but Campion moves out of range.
Campion let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Wagner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campion was well out of range. Poor timing from Wagner .
Campion on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Campion throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Wagner stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Wagner tries to keep at a distance but Campion has taken the fight into the clinch.
Campion letting Wagner take a breather here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Campion fails to land. #BC#
Wagner breaks the clinch.
Campion moves forwards but Wagner connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nice cross by Wagner .#T1#
Wagner scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CL2#
Campion clinches with his opponent.
Campion misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Wagner manages to break the clinch.
Wagner slips a jab and a cross from Campion.
Campion goes for a double leg but Wagner avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wagner continues to drive forward.#CL#
Wagner rushes Campion and presses him up against the cage.
Campion is trying to break the clinch but Wagner has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Wagner 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Campion moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice straight punches there by Campion. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Campion.
A head kick misses from Campion.
A quick step to the side and Wagner tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wagner slips under a jab.
Campion takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT#
It looks like Luke Campion has been cut.
We've been hearing reports that Wagner has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice jab there from Wagner .
Campion slips a straight right by Wagner .
Campion tries to move into range but Wagner moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Campion tries to clinch but Wagner is having none of it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Wagner , as that shot connected.
Campion throws a head kick that misses.
Campion wants to clinch.
Wagner tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wagner lands a nice hook to Campion's body. Campion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Wagner is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Wagner tests Campion's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wagner swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wagner darts in looking for a takedown but Campion gets double underhooks and turns Wagner into the cage. #T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Campion looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Horrible takedown attempt by Campion or perhaps it was just good defense by Wagner , which made it look bad.
Benno Wagner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Luke Campion.
Campion tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Wagner swivels and escapes.
Campion swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Wagner rushes Campion and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Wagner breaks the clinch. #CL#
Wagner rushes Campion and presses him up against the cage.
Wagner landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt. #BC#
Wagner breaks the clinch.
Campion misses with a low kick.
Campion avoids a punch combination nicely. #T4#
Wagner moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Wagner throws a hook to the side of Campion's head but Campion sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wagner throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Campion shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wagner as he jumps to the side.
Wagner takes a swing at Campion's ribcage but misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Wagner darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Campion is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Wagner pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Benno Wagner dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Luke Campion's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Campion swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wagner is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Campion can do to turn this around?#TD#
Wagner fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Campion sprawls well initially but Wagner persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Ground and pound from Wagner .
Campion wants to control but Wagner is keeping busy.
Wagner takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Campion is trying to stand back up but Wagner is controlling him
Wagner content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wagner 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Campion gets full guard.#T1##SUB2#
Campion escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Wagner gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Campion is looking for a triangle but Wagner pushes his legs off easily.
Campion working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Wagner .
Wagner has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SU#
Wagner stands up and waves to Campion to follow him.
Campion throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Donk. Wagner catches Campion right on the button with a cross.#T2#
Campion throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campion lands a jab-cross combination.
Wagner throws a combination. Campion tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A head kick by Campion misses
letting Wagner counter with a right hand.
Campion is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Wagner throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Campion.
Wagner is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#CL#
Wagner gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Wagner pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Campion throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Wagner counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Campion throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Campion closes the distance and clinches up with Wagner , looking for a takedown. Campion pushes Wagner against the cage but Wagner circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Campion keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Benno Wagner is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Campion fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wagner connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Campion drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jab, jab by Wagner - just one landing.
Campion tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Wagner manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Wagner shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Wagner looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Wagner landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Campion manages to get to full guard. #T4##SUB2#
Campion throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Campion isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Wagner stacks Campion on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Wagner !
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!
Campion is being controlled here.
Campion sneaks back into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Benno Wagner dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Luke Campion's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Campion throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Wagner counter with a right hand.
Campion shoots in and drives through. Wagner sprawls well.
Wagner seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Campion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Wagner shoots in for a takedown but Campion shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A cross from Wagner lands.#KD#
Wagner sends Campion crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Wagner is motioning to the referee to let Campion up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#
Campion is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Campion gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Benno Wagner !
Luke Campion spoke after the fight, saying 'Congratulations to my opponent. He was the better man today. Now I go back to training to make sure that I'm the better man tomorrow. Thanks to the fans for all of their support.'.

 

Event: Highland Games 199     
Date:   Aug 11, 2016
#R1#
Bum jabs at Campion's body.
We've been hearing reports that Campion has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bum with a poor takedown
letting Campion counter with a right hand.
Bum shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Campion feinted with a counter takedown.
A jab from Bum misses.
Campion feinted with a counter takedown.
Campion stuffs the takedown attempt from Bum. Bum gets slowly back to his feet.
Campion tries to counter with a takedown but Bum is quick to defend against it.
Thomas Campion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Beach Bum.
A left and a right from Bum both land. Nice combination.
Campion shoots for a double leg takedown but Bum sprawls well. He's pushed Campion's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Campion takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Campion throws a nice looking combination but Bum bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bum throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Campion counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Bum looking for a guillotine here but Campion defends easily.
Campion stands up over Bum, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1##SUB2#
Bum is looking for a triangle but Campion pushes his legs off easily.
Bum has momentary wrist control but Campion slips an elbow through the middle.
Campion makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Bum is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Campion makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Campion is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Bum had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Campion defends it easily.#SUB2#
Bum is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Campion defends well.
Campion is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T2##SUB2#
Campion avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Bum throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Bum is looking for a triangle but Campion pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Campion is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Campion drops back looking for a leg! Bum is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bum manages to kick Campion off! Campion jumps back into Bum's guard.
Campion trying to control the position from guard on top but Bum is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campion makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3##SUB2#
Bum escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Campion gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Campion chips away with some ground and pound.
Campion keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bum's head.#SUB2#
Bum looking for a guillotine here but Campion defends easily. #SUB2#
Campion got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bum has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Campion has managed to get both his arms back between Bum's legs - danger averted.
Campion working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Bum looking for a guillotine here but Campion defends easily.
Campion distracts Bum with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4#
Campion is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Bum looking for a guillotine here but Campion defends easily.
Campion wants to control from the top but Bum keeps moving.
Campion would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Campion landing some decent shots from guard.
Campion lands a couple of digs.
Campion trying to control the position from guard on top but Bum is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campion lands a couple of decent looking shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Campion dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Campion keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bum.
Bum misses with a two punch combination.
Bum throws a body punch but Campion moves out of range.
Campion appears to be looking for a big counter.
Campion shoots in for a double leg but Bum sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bum looks to throw the jab but Campion is out of range.
Bum takes one on the button.
Campion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bum can do to turn this around?
Bum misses with a body shot #TD#
and Campion decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bum's guard.#SU#
Campion decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Bum, up you get!
Bum falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Campion counters with a shoot takedown. Bum fights it but they end up in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campion chips away with some ground and pound.
Campion stands and throws Bum's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Campion is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bum knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bum tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Campion working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Campion tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Campion thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Campion trying to control the action but Bum is working from the bottom.
Bum is trying to get back to half guard.
Bum struggling a bit here.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bum is looking to regain half guard here but Campion keeps moving and retains side control. #SU#
Campion decides to stand up, so the ref orders Bum to his feet.
Campion slips a jab from Bum.
Campion attempts a counter takedown but Bum avoids it well and moves away.
Beach Bum seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bum scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bum thows a left - swing and a miss!
Campion drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bum sprawls and moves away.
Bum looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Campion. #T3#
Bum throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bum stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Campion. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bum misses with a straight left.
Campion appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Bum gets caught napping as Campion dives in and scores a takedown. Bum manages to retain guard.#SUB2#
Campion got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bum has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Campion has managed to get both his arms back between Bum's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Bum looking for a guillotine here but Campion defends easily.
Campion scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Bum is looking for a triangle but Campion pushes his legs off easily.
Campion stands up over Bum, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Bum is looking for a triangle but Campion pushes his legs off easily. #T4#
Bum working a defensive guard here.
Bum has momentary wrist control but Campion slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Campion got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bum has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Campion has managed to get both his arms back between Bum's legs - danger averted.
Campion slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Campion is looking to take a break and control but Bum is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Campion wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bum, who protects the arm well.
Bum tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Campion dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bum shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Campion pinned against the cage. Campion gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Campion throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Campion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Campion slips a jab and a cross from Bum.
A big right from Bum misses.
Bum throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Campion stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion doesn't manage to clinch there - Bum circles away. #CL#
Campion closes the distance and clinches.
Campion blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Bum's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Bum gets caught napping as Campion dives in and scores a takedown. Bum manages to retain guard.#T1#
Bum keeping moving, preventing Campion from controlling successfully.
Campion is working Bum over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Bum working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Campion doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Campion manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bum keeping moving, preventing Campion from controlling successfully.
Campion postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Thomas Campion overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Campion passes Bum's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Campion seems to be working for a kimura but Bum defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Campion is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Campion scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Beach Bum has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Campion is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bum defends it well. #SUB2#
Bum looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Bum actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Campion is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Campion lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Campion is pressing down on Bum's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bum is holding on for now. #T3##SUB2#
Bum looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Campion landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Campion in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Bum tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Campion!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Thomas Campion!
Thomas Campion decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Revolution XC 2     
Date:   Jul 30, 2016
#R1#
Campion closes the distance and clinches up with Jaques Guesteau, looking for a takedown. Campion pushes Jaques Guesteau against the cage but Jaques Guesteau circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jaques Guesteau throws a counter combo.#TD#
Campion scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campion wants to control but Jaques Guesteau is keeping him busy.
Jaques Guesteau tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Campion wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Campion in side control, throwing shots but Jaques Guesteau defends.
Jaques Guesteau is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Campion thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Campion lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Jaques Guesteau down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion trying to control the action but Jaques Guesteau is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Campion working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Jaques Guesteau is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Jaques Guesteau is trying to get back to half guard.
Campion scoring with punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campion working away.#SUB#
Campion has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Jaques Guesteau is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Campion yanks on the arm and Jaques Guesteau is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Campion.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Michael Campion!
A victorious Michael Campion thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: GKNY 82 - Gumption v Great     
Date:   Jul 27, 2016
#R1#
Bloonkers goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT#
It looks like Luke Campion has been cut.
Campion takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Campion throws a sloppy head kick and Bloonkers moves out of range easily.
Bloonkers is looking for a counter combo.
A left lands for Bloonkers.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Bloonkers has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Campion regains guard immediately.
Bloonkers has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Campion isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Bloonkers stacks Campion on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Bloonkers!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU#
Bloonkers decides to stand back up.
Bloonkers throws a quick inside leg kick.
Barbie Bloonkers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloonkers misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bloonkers misses with a few strikes there.
Campion wants to counter the offense by Bloonkers and move into the clinch position.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Bloonkers there.
Bloonkers finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bloonkers has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Bi-Polar Asylum LV's #1 Public Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Bloonkers fails to land with a series of punches.
Bloonkers swinging wildly here.
Bloonkers throws the kick towards the body but Campion avoids it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloonkers.
Bloonkers will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Campion changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Campion tries to clinch up but Bloonkers circles away and keeps his distance.
Bloonkers lands a jab to the head.
Campion looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD2#
Campion shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Bloonkers's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campion won't allow Bloonkers to get back to his feet. #T2#
Campion working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Campion forces his way into half guard.
Bloonkers looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bloonkers has hold of Campion's hands but Campion slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Campion not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Campion is looking for a kimura but Bloonkers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Campion to get the leverage.
Bloonkers pushes Campion off looking to stand but Campion dives back in and keeps control.
Bloonkers has hold of Campion's hands but Campion slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#ES#
Bloonkers pushes Campion off and gets back to his feet.#T3#
Campion has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloonkers.
Bloonkers throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bloonkers throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Campion chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloonkers can pounce on him.
Campion throws a front kick aimed at Bloonkers's knee but Bloonkers avoids it well.
Bloonkers throws a series of strikes that have Campion backpedaling.
Bloonkers throws a sloppy head kick and Campion moves out of range easily.
Campion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Campion fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bloonkers walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Campion checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Campion doesn't manage to clinch there - Bloonkers circles away.
Bloonkers avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bloonkers misses with a wild body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloonkers throws a series of punches but Campion avoids them all with ease. #T4#
Campion looks for a takedown but Bloonkers sprawls well.#KD#
Bloonkers lands a high kick to the side of Campion's head that stuns him and send him tumbling down to the canvas! Bloonkers dives into guard, looking to finish.#SU#
Bloonkers stands up and waves to Campion to follow him.
No joy there for Campion, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bloonkers tries to land a front kick but Campion steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Campion on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bloonkers misses with a leg kick.
Campion is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bloonkers dips to his left and cracks Campion with an uppercut!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Campion moves in looking to clinch but Bloonkers pushes him off.
Bloonkers moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bloonkers's corner calls for a 1-2. Bloonkers obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bloonkers throws a head kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Barbie Bloonkers dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Luke Campion's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##KD2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Campion drops Bloonkers with a beautiful combination! Bloonkers stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Campion is looking for the KO!#CUT2#
It looks like Barbie Bloonkers has been cut.
Bloonkers blocks a head kick by Campion.
Campion misses with a head kick.
Barbie Bloonkers is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloonkers delivers a nice body kick.
Campion misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Bloonkers to counter with a crisp jab.
Campion is looking to clinch.
Bloonkers is looking to counter with a body kick.
Bloonkers connects with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campion blocks a head kick by Bloonkers.
Bloonkers is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Campion throws a right and a left that both miss.
and Bloonkers counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Campion! He's just covering up as Bloonkers starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Barbie Bloonkers!
Barbie Bloonkers was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
Luke Campion spoke after the fight, saying 'Congratulations to my opponent. He was the better man today. Now I go back to training to make sure that I'm the better man tomorrow. Thanks to the fans for all of their support.'.

 

Event: LKO 11 Anaconda     
Date:   Jul 23, 2016
#R1#
Slaughter throws a lazy right hand but Campion sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Campion feints the counter takedown.
Slaughter connects with the punch.
Campion fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Campion looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Slaughter!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An elbow from Campion crashes against the mat. #SUB2#
Campion wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Slaughter, who protects the arm well.
Campion has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Campion is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Campion wants to control but Slaughter is keeping him busy.
Slaughter on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Slaughter tries to get out of the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campion wants to lay and pray for a moment but Slaughter keeps working. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Slaughter trying to remain calm as Campion controls from the top position.
Slaughter is not content to let Campion control the position.
Campion controls the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Sloppy strikes there by Campion.
Campion in side control, throwing shots but Slaughter defends. #T3##SUB2#
Campion is trying to get an arm triangle but Slaughter is defending well.
Campion is looking to take a break and control but Slaughter is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Campion shoots and misses
and Slaughter counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#
It looks like John Campion has been cut.
Slaughter misses with a hook.#TD2#
Campion drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Slaughter controls Campion momentarily but Campion frees himself. #T4#
Campion trying to control but Slaughter is working from the bottom.
Campion engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Campion missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Slaughter has his hands on Campion's head, controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Campion trying to control but Slaughter is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but John Campion will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on John Campion's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Slaughter defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Campion.
Campion misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Campion closes the distance and clinches up with Slaughter, looking for a takedown. Campion pushes Slaughter against the cage but Slaughter circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Slaughter throwing a counter right hand but Campion manages to avoid it.
Doctor Slaughter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Campion.#TD2#
Campion looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Slaughter managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slaughter being controlled here, momentarily.
Campion wants to control from the top but Slaughter keeps moving. #T1#
Campion is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Campion might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Slaughter haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Campion controlling from the top position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campion stopping the sweep attempt from Slaughter.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Slaughter lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Slaughter stuffs the takedown attempt from Campion. Campion gets slowly back to his feet.
Slaughter half committed to a counter leg kick.
Slaughter swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Campion.
Slaughter jabs Campion to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD2#
Campion closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Slaughter to the mat! Slaughter manages to get full guard.
Slaughter manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Campion manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T3#
Campion keeping moving, preventing Slaughter from controlling successfully.
Campion not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Slaughter with a flurry of punches that miss.
Slaughter wants to control from the top but Campion keeps moving.
Slaughter with a nice head shot there.
Slaughter lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Slaughter postures up and lands a big shot to Campion's brow.
Slaughter makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Campion is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Slaughter working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We've been hearing that Slaughter has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Campion is looking for a triangle but Slaughter pushes his legs off easily.
Campion is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Campion is on top in guard. #REVB#
Campion controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campion wants to control from the top but Slaughter keeps moving.
Campion won't allow Slaughter to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Doctor Slaughter dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on John Campion's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Slaughter throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Slaughter throws a looping overhand right but Campion ducks down to avoid it.
John Campion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Slaughter throws a body punch but Campion moves out of range.
Slaughter thows a left - swing and a miss!
Campion fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Campion shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Slaughter as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion walks into a stiff left hand from Slaughter.
Campion has a takedown stuffed.
Doctor Slaughter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Campion.#T1#
Slaughter lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Campion ducks right into an uppercut from Slaughter.
Slaughter scores with a leg kick.
Slaughter is looking to chop away at Campion's legs.
Campion changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Campion shoots in for a double leg but Slaughter sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Some wild striking there from Slaughter.
And Campion tries to counter it with a takedown but Slaughter pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T2#
Slaughter digs a good hook to Campion's body.
Campion has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Slaughter.
Doctor Slaughter is winning the standup battle so far.
Campion darts in looking for a takedown but Slaughter gets double underhooks and turns Campion into the cage.
Slaughter looks to land a body kick but Campion moved away.
Campion shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Slaughter as he jumps to the side.
Campion closes the distance and clinches up with Slaughter, looking for a takedown. Campion pushes Slaughter against the cage but Slaughter circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Slaughter throws a right and a left that both miss.
Campion drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Slaughter defends it well.
Slaughter digs a good hook to Campion's body. #T3#
Campion tries to score a power double leg takedown but Slaughter sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Campion somewhat.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Campion.
A swing and a miss from Slaughter.
Campion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Slaughter.
A telegraphed right hand from Slaughter misses the target.
Campion shoots and misses
and Slaughter counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Slaughter throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Campion sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Slaughter throws a combination. Campion tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Campion gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Slaughter counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#
Campion is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up John Campion's cut even more.
Crack! Slaughter connects with the perfect overhand right and Campion falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Slaughter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Doctor Slaughter!
After the big win, Doctor Slaughter made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors EVOLUTION Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
The defeated John Campion had this to say: 'Hats off to my opponent. Don't rest on your laurels, though...I'll be back.'.

 

Event: Highland Games 192     
Date:   Jul 17, 2016
#R1##CL2#
Campion gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Weight.
I was talking to Weight's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Weight works on Campion's body with a couple of short punches.
Campion is trying to break the clinch but Weight is controlling him.
Campion lands a shoulder strike.
Weight lands a shoulder strike.
Weight letting Campion take a breather here.
Weight lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Campion drops down looking for an ankle pick but Weight pulls his leg out and moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Weight. Campion does a little dance to reset his feet.
Weight throws a big shot that misses.
Weight connects with a good right hand that stumbles Campion. Campion circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Weight throws a looping overhand right but Campion ducks down to avoid it.
Campion wants to clinch.
LightHeavy Weight seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Weight connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Campion momentarily.
No luck for Campion with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Campion rushes Weight and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Campion misses with a punch to the body.
Campion is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Weight gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
LightHeavy Weight has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Campion.
Weight misses with an elbow over the top.
Campion tries a body shot but Weight blocks it.
Campion working aggressively here.
Weight blocks a body shot from Campion. #T2#
Weight lands with a light punch inside.
Campion jumps guard but Weight stands there with Campion around his waist. Campion gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Campion tries to pull guard but Weight holds him up against the cage and eventually Campion drops back down to his feet.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Campion.
Weight pushes Campion back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Weight prevents the takedown attempt.
Campion tries to pull guard but Weight won't allow it.
Weight gets underhooks to prevent Campion's takedown attempt.
Weight lands a body punch.
Campion misses with an elbow over the top.
A nice left hand lands by Weight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Weight prevents a takedown attempt there.
Weight comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Weight tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Campion tries to pull guard but Weight holds him up against the cage and eventually Campion drops back down to his feet. #T3#
Good body shot from Weight.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Weight. #CUT#
It looks like Thomas Campion has been cut.
Weight lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Weight as the two fighters clinch.
Campion has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Weight seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Campion can turn it around.
Campion takes a shot to the head.
Weight misses with an elbow strike.
Weight creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Campion takes an elbow to the temple.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Weight.
Weight misses with an elbow strike.
Campion is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Weight is defending well for now.
Weight lands a shoulder strike.
Campion tries to pull guard but Weight won't allow it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campion has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Weight is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Campion leaning his opponent against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Weight. #T4#
Campion has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Weight is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Weight lands with a short shot to the head.
A short left from Weight.
Weight creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Campion's defenses.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Weight as Campion tries to tie him up.
Campion has had enough of the clinch but Weight keeps him there for the moment.
Weight lands with a right to the head.
Campion drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Weight tries a body shot but Campion blocks it.
Weight pushes off an throws an elbow but Campion leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Campion fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Weight lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

LightHeavy Weight dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Campion's cut.
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#
Weight misses with an uppercut. Campion saw that one coming.
Weight stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Weight wants it to stay on the feet.
Campion avoids the body shot from Weight.
Weight lands with a straight right. Campion didn't see that one coming.
Campion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Weight lands an elbow that stopped Campion in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#
That has opened up Thomas Campion's cut even more.
Weight stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion wants to take the fight to the mat but Weight manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Campion has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Weight avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
LightHeavy Weight has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Campion.
Weight gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Weight stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Campion is breathing heavily.
Weight lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Weight scores with a shoulder strike. #T1#
Weight lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Campion tries for a takedown but Weight manages to get underhooks.
Weight comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#
The cut above Thomas Campion's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Weight. #ROC#
Campion is rocked!#CUT#
Thomas Campion's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Thomas Campion's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). LightHeavy Weight!
A very excited looking LightHeavy Weight rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
In defeat, Thomas Campion stepped up to the mic, saying 'Congratulations to my opponent. He was the better man today. Now I go back to training to make sure that I'm the better man tomorrow. Thanks to the fans for all of their support.'.

 

Event: The Island Season 5, 265 lbs, Round 2     
Date:   Jul 14, 2016
#R1#
Campion shoots in and drives through. Fatu sprawls well.
Fatu defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Campion.#TD#
Campion gets a double leg takedown into Fatu's guard.
Fatu seems keen to control Campion's posture.
Campion with a nice head shot there.
Campion loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Campion with a nice head shot there.
Campion tries to free his leg and advance position but Fatu is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fatu avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Fatu wants to sweep but no luck.
Campion is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Campion postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1##SUB#
Campion is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Fatu is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Fatu has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Campion wants to stand and escape but Fatu is having none of it.
Campion is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Rabid Dog that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Campion wants to sweep here but Fatu controlling him for the moment.
Campion is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Fatu advances position into side control!
Campion tries to bench press Fatu off him but Fatu keeps the position.
Fatu scoring with punches from side control. #T2#
Fatu working the body and head with strikes.
The strikes coming from Fatu are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Fatu lands a nice forearm strike.
Campion is working to avoid the ground and pound but Fatu connects with a decent elbow. #ROC2#
Campion is rocked!
Campion has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Fatu throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Campion works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Oh Campion is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fatu thows a huge punch but Campion dodges it nicely.
Campion is trying to stand.
Campion seems to have got his legs back now.
Fatu working over Campion with some ground and pound. Campion looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Fatu sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Campion defending well though.
Fatu slips a nice elbow through Campion's hands, connecting with Campion's forehead.
Fatu throwing shots but Campion is blocking nicely. #T3#
Fatu trying to control the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fatu slips a nice elbow through Campion's hands, connecting with Campion's forehead.
Fatu lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Campion! More strikes land and this one is all over! Fatu jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Keola Fatu!
Keola Fatu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Michael Campion stepped up to the mic, saying 'Kudos mate...till we meet again.'.

 

Event: The Island Season 5, 265 lbs, Round 1     
Date:   Jul 13, 2016
#R1#
Campion avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacAndrew connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
MacAndrew looks to score with a jab to the body but Campion is just out of range.
Campion half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Campion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but MacAndrew moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
MacAndrew doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
MacAndrew goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Campion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Campion swings for the body but MacAndrew moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacAndrew keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sloppy strikes from Campion. Those never looked like landing.
MacAndrew looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A slow jab from MacAndrew misses its intended target. #T1#
MacAndrew throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Campion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Campion looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice sprawl there from MacAndrew as Campion shoots in.
MacAndrew misses with a body kick.
MacAndrew defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Campion.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Campion. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campion fails with a takedown attempt.
Campion walks into a jab.#T2#
Campion throws a front kick aimed at MacAndrew's knee but MacAndrew avoids it well.
Campion fails with a takedown attempt.
MacAndrew throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Campion counters with a takedown into side control.
Campion wants to control but MacAndrew is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Campion scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at MacAndrew to see if he's OK.
Campion has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Campion tries for a kimura but MacAndrew is defending well. #T3##SUB#
Campion tries for a kimura but MacAndrew is defending well. #SUB#
Campion wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by MacAndrew, who protects the arm well.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if MacAndrew can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Campion tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Campion looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
Campion creates some space and throws a big elbow, but MacAndrew sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
MacAndrew trying to remain calm as Campion controls from the top position.
Sloppy strikes there by Campion.#SU#
Campion stands up and we're back to a striking position.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacAndrew. Campion does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Campion feints and as MacAndrew raises his hands in defense, Campion changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campion throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as MacAndrew works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Campion drops back looking for a leg! MacAndrew is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and MacAndrew manages to kick Campion off! Campion jumps back into MacAndrew's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Campion dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Campion throws a half hearted mid kick.
Campion throws a sloppy body shot
and MacAndrew counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacAndrew looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
MacAndrew throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Campion changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
MacAndrew loads up on a big right hand but Campion slips the punch.
Campion uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacAndrew.
Campion closes this distance looking for a takedown but MacAndrew circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Campion.
Campion throws a nice looking combination but MacAndrew bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1#
Campion shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as MacAndrew sprawls well. MacAndrew wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Campion gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Campion. That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacAndrew cracks a nice hook into Campion's ribs.
Alex MacAndrew seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good standup being displayed there by MacAndrew as he connects with a hook.
MacAndrew defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Campion.
It seemed like MacAndrew was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Campion avoids the body shot from MacAndrew. #T2#
Campion looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacAndrew swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Campion shoots in looking for a takedown. MacAndrew tries to sprawl out of it but Campion keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. MacAndrew manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Campion swats away the attempt to clinch by MacAndrew.
MacAndrew throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacAndrew tries to clinch #TD#
and Campion counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Campion throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
MacAndrew working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campion.
Campion throws a big right hand that misses.
Campion throwing strikes from guard but MacAndrew blocks nicely. #SUB#
Campion thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
MacAndrew keeping moving, preventing Campion from controlling successfully.
Campion in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
MacAndrew keeping moving, preventing Campion from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Campion drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Campion as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! MacAndrew screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Campion! Nice submission victory there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Michael Campion!
After winning the bout, Michael Campion thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: GKNY 77 - Gumption v Mencken     
Date:   Jun 25, 2016
#R1#
Campion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A shot to the body from Campion misses
and Cruz counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Luke Campion has been cut.
Campion tries a low kick but Cruz avoids it.
It appears Cruz was looking to counter with a kick there.
Campion tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cruz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Campion misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Cruz has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Thunder MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Campion tries for a takedown but Cruz circles away easily
and Cruz counters with a flying knee that drops Campion! Cruz dives in and finishes the fight with a flurry of strikes from the mount!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tre Cruz!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Tre Cruz made sure he mentioned Notorious Clothing Co., along with how happy he was to win his fight.
In defeat, Luke Campion stepped up to the mic, saying 'Congratulations to my opponent. He was the better man today. Now I go back to training to make sure that I'm the better man tomorrow. Thanks to the fans for all of their support.'.

 

Event: Island combat Six     
Date:   Jun 24, 2016
#R1#
Campion fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL2#
Tso darts in and clinches Campion up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tso.
Campion is looking for a takedown.
Tso lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tso stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tso stops a takedown attempt from Campion.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Campion. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tso lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Tso.
Campion is breathing heavily.
Tso has Campion pressed against the cage, preventing Campion from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tso lands a left hand.
Campion can't get the takedown.
Campion tries to score a body lock takedown but Tso shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tso throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Campions head.
Tso lands with a short head shot on the inside.
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!
Campion changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tso fights it off and pushes away nicely. #T1#
Tso ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campion moves away.
Campion takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tso has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Tso scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Tso fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Campion, pushing him back against the cage.
Campion wants a takedown but no success here.
Tso lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tso stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Campion is looking to take this one to the mat.
Campion tries for a takedown but Tso manages to get underhooks.
Tso lands an uppercut.#ROC2#
Campion is rocked!
Tso lands a nice uppercut.
Oh Campion is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A right hand to the body from Tso.
Campion wants to break free but Tso has control.
Tso pushes Campion against the cage. Tso is working some dirty boxing. Tso pushes off with a quick right hook! Campion goes down! Campion tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Tso moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zui Quan Tso!
The defeated Michael Campion had this to say: 'Kudos mate...till we meet again.'.

 

Event: Highland Games 184     
Date:   Jun 19, 2016
#R1#
Campion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gordon lands a jab to the nose.
Campion moves forwards but Gordon connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Campion moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Campion closes the distance and clinches.
Gordon throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Campion takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2#
It looks like Thomas Campion has been cut.
I was talking to Campion's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Gordon lands an elbow inside that Campion shrugs off.
Campion changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Gordon fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Gordon takes the fight into the clinch.
Gordon pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Gordon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campion has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gordon avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gordon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gordon lands an elbow that stopped Campion in his tracks for a moment.
Campion goes for a takedown in the clinch but Gordon prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Campion. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gordon is leaning against Campion and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Campion drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #T1#
Gordon lands an elbow that stopped Campion in his tracks for a moment.
Gordon lands an elbow inside.
Campion's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short uppercut from Gordon.
Gordon tries to work over Campion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gordon tries to work over Campion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Campion is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Gordon pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Gordon tries to work over Campion's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gordon lands a body shot.
Campion blocks the elbow strike.
Gordon struggles to land a body shot inside as Campion controls his hands.
Campion is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Gordon throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #TD#
Campion has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Gordon clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gordon manages to reverse the position and now he's in Campion's guard. Nice work there by Gordon.
Gordon trying to control the position from guard on top but Campion is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Gordon wants to pass the guard but Campion is keeping the position.
Campion looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU2#
Gordon stands up from Campion's guard - Gordon perhaps looking for a knockout.
Gordon throws a jab when Campion was well out of range.
Gordon tries to clinch but Campion is having none of it.
Gordon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gordon throws a right hand that misses #TD#
so Campion counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Gordon utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Campion is looking to work some ground and pound but Gordon has wrist control.
Campion working some strikes from top position.
Campion postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Campion landing some decent shots from guard.
Campion is working Gordon over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3#
Campion preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Gordon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Campion defends it easily.
Campion trying to control the position from guard on top but Gordon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campion is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Campion stands up over Gordon, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Campion advances position into side control!
Gordon takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Gordon taking a bit of punishment here - Campion scoring with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gordon is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Campion tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Campion has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
Gordon is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campion in side control lands a decent elbow.
Gordon is looking to reverse the position.
Gordon is trying to control Campion's posture but Campion avoids it.
Campion lands an elbow. #SU#
Campion stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Gordon misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Campion counters with a takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campion looks up at the clock and then as Gordon takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Campion smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
You can see the frustration on Gordon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gordon is working to avoid the ground and pound but Campion connects with a decent elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Louis Gordon will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Thomas Campion's cut.
That's time! Campion's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Gordon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Campion was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Gordon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Campion.
Gordon feints and then cracks Campion's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Campion down.
A jab from Gordon finds it's way through Campion's defenses.
Campion takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Gordon avoids the body shot from Campion.
A left lands for Gordon.
Gordon gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Campion counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Gordon!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campion cracks Gordon with a big right hand but Gordon just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Gordon wants to control but Campion postures up.
Campion controls the position.
Gordon tries to buck Campion off but Campion is having none of it.
Gordon takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Campion lands a few punches from side control.
Gordon takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Gordon struggling a bit here.#T1#
Gordon tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Campion wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gordon manages to work his way to half guard, despite Campion's best efforts.
Campion is trying to control the action in half guard but Gordon is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gordon trying to control from the bottom.
Gordon taking some punishment here, with Campion in his half guard.
Gordon is trying to maintain the position but Campion is very close to passing his half guard.
Campion is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Campion landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Gordon wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Campion is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Campion is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gordon doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Campion.
Campion looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Gordon is pressing down on Campion's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Campion trying to control the position from guard on top but Gordon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Campion's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Campion trying to control the position from guard on top but Gordon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campion lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Campion thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Campion content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Campion lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Campion got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gordon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Campion has managed to get both his arms back between Gordon's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Gordon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Campion keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Gordon's head.
Campion cracks Gordon with a solid left hand.
Campion with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Campion distracts Gordon with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Campion's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Campion postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Gordon looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Gordon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Campion stands up over Gordon, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4#
Campion tries to free his leg and advance position but Gordon is retaining full guard.
Gordon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Campion is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Gordon looking for a guillotine here but Campion defends easily. #SUB#
Campion drops back looking for a leg! Gordon is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gordon manages to kick Campion off! Campion jumps back into Gordon's guard.
Campion working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Campion connects with a couple of short punches.
Campion scoring with some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Campion dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Campion's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Campion circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Campion counters with a shoot takedown. Gordon fights it but they end up in guard.
Campion scoring with punches to the head and body.
Campion lands a couple of digs.
Campion keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Gordon's head.#SUB#
Campion has gone for a leg lock! Gordon slips out almost immediately though and dives into Campion's guard.#REVB#
Campion lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion cracks Gordon with a solid left hand.
Gordon working a defensive guard here.
Campion lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Gordon controls Campion momentarily but Campion frees himself.
Campion lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Gordon keeping moving, preventing Campion from controlling successfully.
Campion landing with the ground and pound.
Campion postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Gordon trying to control the position.
Gordon has momentary wrist control but Campion slips an elbow through the middle.
Campion wants to pass the guard but Gordon is keeping the position.
Campion landing with the ground and pound. #T2##SUB2#
Campion got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gordon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Campion has managed to get both his arms back between Gordon's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Gordon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Campion defends it easily.#SU#
Campion gets to his feet - Gordon follows without any prompting.
Gordon tries to clinch but Campion moves away #TD#
and Campion counters with a single leg into guard. Gordon didn't expect that.
Gordon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Campion postures up and lands a big shot to Gordon's brow.
Campion stopping the sweep attempt from Gordon.
Campion postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Campion is working Gordon over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Gordon is looking for a triangle but Campion pushes his legs off easily.
Gordon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Gordon trying to control the position. #T3##SUB2#
Gordon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Campion defends well.
Campion wants to control from the top but Gordon keeps moving.
Campion postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Campion scoring with some ground and pound.
Campion makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Campion content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Campion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gordon can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Gordon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Campion defends it easily.#SUB2#
Gordon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4#
Campion trying to control but Gordon is working from the bottom.
Thomas Campion overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Campion keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Gordon's head.#SUB2#
Gordon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Campion passes into side control. #SU#
Campion has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Gordon throws a head kick but Campion moves out of range.
Gordon tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Campion half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Thomas Campion is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Campion takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A telegraphed right hand from Campion misses the target. #CL#
Campion moves into the clinch.
Campion is working for takedown but Gordon is calmly controlling the position for now.
Campion goes for a takedown attempt but Gordon pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Thomas Campion showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Campion 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 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Campion!

A victorious Thomas Campion thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 


 

Event: Island Combat 2     
Date:   Jun 12, 2016
#R1#
Herring fails with a takedown attempt.
Herring shoots for a double leg takedown but Campion sprawls well. He's pushed Herring's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Herring has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Campion is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Herring will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Michael Campion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Heath Herring.
Herring throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Campion counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Herring! #SUB#
Campion is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Herring knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Campion throwing shots but missing, from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Herring tries to buck Campion off but Campion is having none of it.
Herring keeps trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion is looking to take a break and control but Herring is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Herring wants to control but Campion postures up.#T1##SUB#
Campion swings around for an armbar but Herring sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Campion's guard.
Herring wants to pass the guard but Campion is keeping the position.
Campion working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Herring.
Herring throwing strikes but missing. #ES#
Campion scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Herring misses with a takedown attempt - Campion sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Herring shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Campion as he jumps to the side.
Campion walks into a left hand.
Herring fails with the takedown.#T2#
Campion misses with the combination.
A big left from Herring misses.
Herring shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Campion but Campion pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD2#
Herring shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Herring showed some decent athleticism there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Herring is trying to work for a kimura but Campion is defending well. #ES#
Campion kicks off Herring and gets to his feet.
No joy there for Campion, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Campion. #T3#
Check out the look on Campion's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Campion lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB#
Campion looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Herring is trying to improve his position.
An elbow from Campion crashes against the mat.
Herring is trying to control Campion's posture but Campion avoids it.
Herring tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Campion wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Herring is still trying to improve position.
Campion wants to lay and pray for a moment but Herring keeps working. #T4#
Campion is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Herring is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Herring is trying to escape the position but Campion is controlling the position.
Herring wants to control but Campion postures up.
Campion scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Herring to see if he's OK.
Herring takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#SUB#
Campion wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Herring, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Campion thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Campion 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#
Herring tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Campion defends well and Herring ends up having to push Campion into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Herring fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Michael Campion is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Herring tries for a takedown but Campion circles away easily#TD#
and Campion counters with a nice double leg into side control. Herring won't be happy with that.
Michael Campion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Heath Herring.
Campion is putting a hurting on Herring here, landing some big shots from side control.
Campion is looking to take a break and control but Herring is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Campion in side control lands a decent elbow.
Herring seems a little lost for a moment, as Campion dominates the positioning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion in side control lands a decent elbow.
Campion landing strikes.
Herring is not content to let Campion control the position. #SUB#
Campion tries for a kimura but Herring is defending well. #T1#
Herring is looking for a sweep.
Campion scoring with punches and elbows.
Campion scoring with punches and elbows.
Herring can't do much from the bottom here.
Herring is not content to let Campion control the position. #SUB#
Campion goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Herring rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Campion's guard! Nice work there by Herring!
Herring pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Campion is keeping the position for now.
Herring loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Herring content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Campion looking for a sweep. Not yet Campion, not yet.
Herring lands a couple of digs.
Campion controlling the position.
Herring pushes down on Campion's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Herring not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Campion has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Herring is working away from the top position though.
Herring throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Herring lands strikes from half guard.
Herring not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Herring is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Campion! #T3#
Herring looking to finish with strikes here!
The referee warns Campion that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Herring lands a big elbow.
Herring has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Campion's face.
Campion regains half guard.
Campion tries to get to full guard but Herring has control of the leg.
Herring throwing shots but Campion is blocking nicely.
Herring takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Campion avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Herring.
Campion is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Herring lands strikes from half guard.
Herring landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Campion keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Herring wants to work for an arm triangle but Campion is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Herring is looking for a kimura here.
Herring sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Campion defending well though.
Herring is trying to control the action in half guard but Campion is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Heath Herring showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Campion slaps away a takedown attempt from Herring, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Campion stuffs the takedown attempt from Herring. Herring gets slowly back to his feet.
No joy there for Herring, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Campion half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Herring closes the distance and clinches up with Campion, looking for a takedown. Herring pushes Campion against the cage but Campion circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Michael Campion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Heath Herring.
Campion just misses with a punch to the body.
Herring shoots in for a takedown but Campion shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Herring shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Campion pinned against the cage. Campion gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Herring shoots in looking for a takedown. Campion tries to sprawl out of it but Herring keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Campion manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Campion stuffs the takedown attempt from Herring. Herring gets slowly back to his feet.
Herring takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Campion throws a head kick but Herring moves out of range.
Herring tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Herring or perhaps it was just good defense by Campion, which made it look bad.
Herring shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Campion sprawls well. Campion wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Herring gets slowly back to his feet.
A head kick misses from Campion. #TD#
Campion throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Herring was covering up waiting for the punch and Campion finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Campion trying to control the position from guard on top but Herring is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Herring is trying to control the position but Campion postures up.
Campion lands a couple of digs.
Herring keeping moving, preventing Campion from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB2#
Herring is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Herring wants to get back to his feet but Campion is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Campion is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Herring can do to turn this around?
Campion showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Campion landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Herring looking for a guillotine here but Campion defends easily.
Herring wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Campion prevents Herring from getting back to his feet.
Herring looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Michael Campion overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Campion wants to control from the top but Herring keeps moving.
Campion lands a couple of elbows.
Campion is in close to Herring's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Herring has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Campion trying to control the position from guard on top but Herring is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campion trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Campion looking to sit in guard and control but Herring gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Herring in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Herring postures up in Campion's guard and throws a big left but Campion blocks it.
Herring working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Herring trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Herring working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Herring won't allow Campion to sweep him here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Herring postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Herring postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Campion looking to control.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Herring is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Campion!

After winning the bout, Michael Campion thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 


 

Event: HI 55: Land of the Giants     
Date:   May 20, 2016
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nakanishi is defended easily by Campion.#TD2#
Campion shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nakanishi's guard.
Nakanishi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nakanishi is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Campion throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nakanishi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nakanishi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Campion is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakanishi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Campion is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T1#
Nakanishi is pulling down on Campion's head. It's preventing any offense from Campion, at least for the moment.
Campion pushing down on Nakanishi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Campion trying to control from half guard but Nakanishi is working away.
Nakanishi wants to improve his position but Campion is controlling well.
Campion wants to take a breather but Nakanishi is having none of it.
Nakanishi tries to roll over but Campion keeps him under control.
Campion is stalling here. Nakanishi is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Campion seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Nakanishi has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Campion sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing that Nakanishi has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T2#
Nakanishi works his foot free and advances to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakanishi misses with a head shot.
Nakanishi content just to control the position here.
Campion tries to hold on but Nakanishi pushes him away.
Nakanishi in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Campion is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Campion wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Campion takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T3#
Campion tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nakanishi working the ground and pound effectively.
Campion sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Nakanishi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nakanishi wants to control but Campion is keeping him busy.
Campion wants to control but Nakanishi is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nakanishi thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nakanishi is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nakanishi slips a nice elbow through Campion's hands, connecting with Campion's forehead.#T4#
Nakanishi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nakanishi sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Campion defending well though.
Campion has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nakanishi is working away from the top position though.
Nakanishi drops an elbow to the side of Campion's head.
Campion has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nakanishi is working away from the top position though.
Nakanishi is controlling the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nakanishi prevents Campion from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gaku Nakanishi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Campion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nakanishi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nakanishi tries for a takedown but Campion sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Campion drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Nakanishi defends it well.
Nakanishi shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Campion counters with a shoot takedown. Nakanishi fights it but they end up in guard.
Campion looking to pass the guard.
Campion trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakanishi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campion stopping the sweep attempt from Nakanishi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Nakanishi is proving hard to escape from.
Campion throws a big right hand that misses.
Nakanishi can't keep his opponent in guard - Campion advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Campion is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T1##SUB2#
Campion is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Campion is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Campion is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nakanishi tries to roll over but Campion keeps him under control.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Campion missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nakanishi is looking to control Campion's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nakanishi avoid being mounted?
Nakanishi avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campion.
Campion not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Campion working the head and body with strikes.
Campion not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campion passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Nakanishi!
Campion punishing his opponent with strikes.
Nakanishi is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T3#
Campion cracks Nakanishi with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Campion looking to finish Nakanishi with some ground and pound. This is bad for Nakanishi!
Campion lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Nakanishi hang on?
Nakanishi taking shots to the head.
Campion fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Campion with a couple of short strikes.
Campion has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Campion wants to control the pace but Nakanishi is squirming around nicely.
Campion scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Campion breaks from Nakanishi's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Nakanishi is in all sorts of trouble here. #T4#
Nakanishi is working hard here to advance position.
Campion landing shots from mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campion wants to control the pace but Nakanishi is squirming around nicely.
Nakanishi wants to hold on but Campion pushes him away.
Campion pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Campion pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Campion scoring with strikes but Nakanishi is staying in there.
Campion lands a couple of good shots and Nakanishi has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Michael Campion has got the better of the ground game so far.
Even with his hooks in, Campion manages to miss with strikes from the back. #SUB2#
Campion is looking for the choke from the back position but Nakanishi is controlling his hands well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Campion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Campion will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nakanishi shoots in looking for a takedown. Campion tries to sprawl out of it but Nakanishi keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Campion manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Campion swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Campion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nakanishi shoots in looking for a takedown. Campion tries to sprawl out of it but Nakanishi keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Campion manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Campion circles away from the clinch attempt.
Campion defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nakanishi.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gaku Nakanishi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Campion gets caught napping as Nakanishi dives in and scores a takedown. Campion manages to retain guard.#SUB2#
Campion is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nakanishi defends well.
Campion looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1#
Nakanishi with a nice head shot there.
Our spies down at at Rabid Dog inform us that Campion has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Nakanishi preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Campion throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nakanishi looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nakanishi is in close to Campion's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Campion looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nakanishi slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Nakanishi lands a decent elbow from side control.
Nakanishi is putting a hurting on Campion here, landing some big shots from side control.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Campion. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Nakanishi is chipping away with strikes.
Sloppy strikes there by Nakanishi.
Nakanishi is looking to take a break and control but Campion is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Campion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Nakanishi scores with a couple of short elbows.
Nakanishi scores with a couple of short elbows.
You can see the frustration on Campion's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Nakanishi is chipping away with strikes. #ROC#
Campion is rocked!
Nakanishi is chipping away with strikes.
Campion is still in real trouble! Can Nakanishi finish him?
Campion is trying to get back to half guard.
Nakanishi scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Campion is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Nakanishi can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gaku Nakanishi!
Michael Campion spoke after the fight, saying 'Kudos mate...till we meet again.'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 19, 2016
#R1#
TupperIII misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
TupperIII shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
TupperIII shoots in looking for a takedown but Campion manages to keep the fight standing, pushing TupperIII's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bobby TupperIII. That's going to take a lot out of him.
TupperIII on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Campion throws a half hearted mid kick.
TupperIII circles away from the clinch attempt.
As Campion backs away, TupperIII returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bobby TupperIII seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
TupperIII closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
TupperIII is working for a kimura but Campion is defending it quite comfortably.
Campion pushes TupperIII off looking to stand but TupperIII dives back in and keeps control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
TupperIII is trying to work for a kimura but Campion is defending well. #SUB#
TupperIII is looking for a kimura here.
Campion is trying to stand. #T1##ES2#
Campion kicks off TupperIII and gets to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from TupperIII.
Nice takedown defense from Campion. No joy for TupperIII on that attempt.
TupperIII shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Campion defends it nicely.#CL2#
Campion closes the distance and clinches.
TupperIII prevents a body shot from Campion. #BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch.
Campion has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as TupperIII is landing a low percentage of strikes.
TupperIII ducks under a wild hook from Campion.
TupperIII avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
TupperIII moves out of range of the body kick from Campion. #T2#
Campion throws a head kick but TupperIII moves out of range.
Campion scores with a three punch combo! #CUT2#
It looks like Bobby TupperIII has been cut.
TupperIII wants to clinch up but Campion keeps it at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campion lands a right hook to the body.
Matthew Campion is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Campion gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Campion is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Campion really doesn't want to stay on the ground with TupperIII. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
TupperIII drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Campion manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now TupperIII has Campion in his guard.#REVB##SU2#
Campion gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Campion tries to clinch there but TupperIII circles away.
TupperIII half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from TupperIII.
Campion throws a shot to the body.
Campion throws a head kick but TupperIII moves out of range.
TupperIII fails with a takedown attempt.
Campion wants to clinch but TupperIII slips to the side
and TupperIII counters with a series of strikes. Campion will be more careful next time no doubt.
Campion stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Campion wants it to stay on the feet.
TupperIII looks for a takedown but Campion sprawls well.
Campion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
TupperIII shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Campion sprawls well. Campion wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. TupperIII gets slowly back to his feet.
Campion throws a right and a left that both miss.
Campion lands a front kick.
Campion fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. TupperIII looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD#
TupperIII manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Campion on his heels. He'll look to pass Campion's guard now, I'm sure.#ES2#
Campion scrambles and gets back to his feet.
TupperIII is breathing heavily.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campion fails with an attempt to clinch.
Campion swings for the body but TupperIII moves out of range. #CL2#
Campion moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Campion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Campion bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
TupperIII blocks a head kick by Campion.
Campion pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Campion checks a low kick from TupperIII.
TupperIII misses with the combination.
TupperIII shoots in for a takedown but Campion shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Campion fails to land with a series of punches. #TD#
TupperIII looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Campion wants to stand and escape but TupperIII is having none of it. #SUB#
TupperIII drops back, looking for a kneebar! Campion looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Campion looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Campion! #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matthew Campion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bobby TupperIII's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD#
TupperIII closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
TupperIII tries for a kimura but Campion is defending well.
Campion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
TupperIII is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Campion has escaped the position, nice work there.
Campion wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
TupperIII is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Campion is trying to escape and TupperIII transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Campion is forced to tap! Nice work there by TupperIII! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bobby TupperIII!
Bobby TupperIII took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Museum of Monsters & Madmen for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Matthew Campion spoke after the fight, saying 'Congratulations to my opponent. He was the better man today. Now I go back to training to make sure that I'm the better man tomorrow. Thanks to the fans for all of their support.'.

 

Event: USFC 118     
Date:   May 15, 2016
#R1#
Goodman fails to land the takedown.
Goodman throws a series of punches but Campion moves out of range.
Campion feints a jab promting Goodman to slip. Campion then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Goodman slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Campion displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Goodman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Campion has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Campion uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goodman.
Campion looks for the body kick but Goodman saw that one coming.
Campion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Campion moves into the clinch.
Campion lands a left hand that snaps the head of Goodman backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Goodman throws out a powerful jab.#CL2#
Campion has taken the fight to the clinch.
Campion prevents a body shot from Goodman.
Campion scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Campion is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A head punch on the inside from Goodman fails to land. #T1#
Campion gets underhooks to prevent Goodman's takedown attempt.
Goodman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trey Goodman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
Goodman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Campion pinned against the cage. Campion gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Campion misses with a jab, cross combination.
Goodman throws a jab when Campion was well out of range.#CL2#
Campion pushes Goodman up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Campion swinging wildly here.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Campion as he jumps to the side.
Goodman looks to throw the jab but Campion is out of range. #T2#
Campion comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Goodman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Campion circles away quickly and effectively.
Goodman misses with an uppercut.
Luke Campion is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Campion thuds a left hand into Goodman's body.
Goodman slips a straight right by Campion.
Campion throws a body punch but Goodman moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick from Campion lands but Goodman takes it in his stride.
Campion pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Goodman avoids the head kick by Campion.
Goodman lands a jab-cross combination.
Campion swinging wildly here.
A little feinted left hand from Goodman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Goodman misses the target.
Campion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Campion throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Goodman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Campion circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
Goodman misses with a looping left.
Nice defenses there by Campion.
Goodman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A head kick from Campion lands but Goodman takes it in his stride. #CUT2#
It looks like Trey Goodman has been cut.
Goodman lands with an overhand left.
Goodman takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A slow jab from Goodman misses its intended target.
Campion lands a head kick. Goodman smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown but Campion shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Campion tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Campion stuffs the takedown.
Goodman avoids the head kick by Campion.
Trey Goodman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campion stuffs the takedown attempt from Goodman. Goodman gets slowly back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL2#
Campion moves into the clinch successfully.
Campion blocks an uppercut. #T4#
Goodman misses with some punches. #BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Campion throws a head kick that Goodman semi-blocks.
Goodman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Goodman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campion moves away.
Campion unleashes a big counter combination but Goodman bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Campion darts in and clinches Goodman up against the cage.
Goodman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Campion doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Come on Campion - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A head punch on the inside from Goodman fails to land.
Campion lands with a right to the head.
Campion lands a left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Campion rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Goodman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Campion just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Campion moves into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luke Campion dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Trey Goodman's cut.
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#
Campion uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Goodman.
Goodman fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Campion avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Campion fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Goodman, pushing him back against the cage.
Campion throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Goodman blocks it with crossed arms.
Campion stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short left from Goodman.
Goodman goes for a takedown attempt but Campion pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Goodman blocks a head kick by Campion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Campion.
Campion walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Campion throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Goodman is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Goodman blocks a head kick by Campion.
It looked like Goodman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Goodman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trey Goodman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Goodman throws an off balance right hand
and Campion counters with a nice low kick that buckles Goodman's knee momentarily.
Goodman moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Campion. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Goodman throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and Campion counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Campion tries to work over Goodman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Campion has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Goodman being controlled against the cage.
Goodman tries to throw a body punch but Campion avoids it by throwing Goodman back against the cage.
Luke Campion seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Campion lands with a left to the head.
Goodman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Campion lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Goodman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Goodman blocks a body shot from Campion.
Campion using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch. #T2##CL2#
Campion clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Campion digs a right hand underneath Goodman's ribcage. Goodman let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Campion lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Campion digs a right hand underneath Goodman's ribcage. Goodman let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Campion lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Goodman takes a shot to the head.
Campion lands a damaging elbow.
Campion lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Campion.
Nice body punch from Campion.
Campion slows down the pace here. #BC2#
Campion's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A nice leg kick lands there from Campion.
Campion lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Campion fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Campion darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T3#
Campion throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Goodman looks for a takedown but Campion sprawls well.
Campion throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Campion is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Goodman rather than just go for the knockout.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Campion enables Goodman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Campion manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Campion is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Goodman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Campion manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Goodman has Campion in his guard.#REVB##SU2#
Campion gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Trey Goodman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Campion clinches up with Goodman and pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
Campion connects with a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Goodman is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A good leg kick by Campion.
Luke Campion seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Campion instigates a clinch.
Goodman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Campion fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Campion slips a jab and a cross from Goodman.
Goodman takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Campion scores with a head kick. Goodman tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Goodman throws a lazy uppercut
and Campion counters with a series of strikes. Goodman will be more careful next time no doubt. #ROC2#
Goodman is rocked!
Campion ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Campion lands a nice looking body kick.#CL2#
Campion has closed the distance and engaged Goodman in a clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Goodman misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Campion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Goodman gets tackled into the cage by Campion. Campion maintains the clinch.
Campion leaning against his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Luke Campion showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Trey Goodman's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Goodman.
Goodman darts in looking for a takedown but Campion gets double underhooks and turns Goodman into the cage.
Campion lands a body shot.
Goodman steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Campion. That one must have hurt.
Campion misses with a few strikes there.
Goodman misses with an uppercut.
Campion scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Campion lands a nice hook to Goodman's body. Goodman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Campion throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CL2#
Campion clinches.
Goodman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Campion lands a left hand.
A body shot lands from Campion.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campion tries to land knees in the clinch but Goodman avoids the damage to the body.
Goodman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Campion is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Goodman throws a head punch that misses.
Campion lands a good knee to the midsection. Goodman won't want to take too many of those.#T1#
Campion holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Goodman takes a shot to the head.
Campion lands a right hand.
Good body shot from Campion.
Campion is leaning against Goodman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Campion is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Goodman is defending well for now.
Campion presses Goodman against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Campion landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Campion lands an uppercut.
Campion's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch.
Goodman throws a hook but Campion blocks it.#CL2#
Campion gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Trey Goodman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##CL2#
Campion clinches.
Goodman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Campion fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trey Goodman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goodman misses with a straight right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campion swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Campion has closed the distance and engaged Goodman in a clinch.
Goodman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Campion lands a right hand that snaps the head of Goodman backwards.
Campion lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Campion pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Campion misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Campion clinches.
Goodman tries for a takedown but Campion manages to get underhooks.
Campion stalling.
Goodman is working for takedown but Campion is calmly controlling the position for now.
Campion is leaning against Goodman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2#
Campion breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Campion closes the distance and clinches.#T3#
Campion prevents a takedown attempt there.
Campion lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Campion as the two fighters clinch.
Nice body punch from Campion - that landed with a thud.
Campion has Goodman pushed against the cage.
A short uppercut from Campion.
Luke Campion is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A body shot lands from Campion.
Campion prevents a body shot from Goodman.
Goodman takes a shot to the head.
Campion gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Goodman.
Campion slowing the pace effectively.#T4#
Campion throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Goodman has Campion pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Campion manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Campion manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Campion has Goodman up against the cage in a clinch.
Campion tries to work over Goodman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Campion is leaning against Goodman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Campion gets underhooks to prevent Goodman's takedown attempt.
A left hand lands to the body for Campion.
Goodman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Campion tries to work over Goodman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Campion is pressed up against the cage. Goodman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Campion down to the mat. Campion avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Goodman closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Campion's guard.#ES2#
Campion has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Goodman is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luke Campion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Campion 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luke Campion!

Luke Campion decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: USFC 118     
Date:   May 15, 2016
#R1#
Campion misses with a jab, cross combination.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mazza is defended easily by Campion.
Mazza looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Mazza is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Campion.
Mazza shoots in for a takedown but Campion shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lou Mazza. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campion lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mazza shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Campion as he jumps to the side.
Campion gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mazza.#CUT#
It looks like Gregory Campion has been cut.
Campion shoots in for a double leg but Mazza sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Mazza shoots in and bounces Campion off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campion is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mazza is controlling him.
Campion has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Mazza has passed into side control. #T1##SUB#
Mazza goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Campion has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Mazza but great work by Campion.
Mazza is not content to let Campion control the position.
Campion is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Mazza's shoulder. That is not cool.
Campion throwing strikes but Mazza manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Campion wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Mazza controls the position from side control.#T2#
Mazza creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Campion sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Campion is trying to escape the position but Mazza is controlling the position.
Campion is trying to improve his position.
Campion gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Mazza is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mazza throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Campion is looking to improve his position.
Campion wants to control but Mazza is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mazza trying to control from half guard but Campion is working away. #SUB#
Mazza seems to be looking for submissions.
Campion is looking to improve his position.
Mazza trying to control from half guard but Campion is working away. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Mazza thows a huge punch but Campion dodges it nicely.
Mazza prevents Campion from standing back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Mazza scores with a nice strike.
Campion lands with a good body shot.
Mazza loads up on a big right hand but Campion slips the punch.
Campion swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mazza fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Campion avoids it really well and circles away.
Campion misses with a body shot.
Mazza uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mazza closes the distance and clinches up with Campion, looking for a takedown. Mazza pushes Campion against the cage but Campion circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mazza sets himself, and Campion steps forward looking for the clinch! Mazza avoids it this time.
Sloppy strikes from Mazza. Those never looked like landing.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mazza.
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 Lou Mazza will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gregory Campion's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Campion throws a right and a left that Mazza avoids nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Mazza on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL2#
Campion rushes Mazza and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Campion escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mazza misses with a takedown attempt
and Campion counters with a stiff right hand.
Campion throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Campion has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Mazza shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Campion's guard.
Campion keeping full guard, as Mazza tries to pass.
Mazza wants to control from the top but Campion keeps moving.
Lou Mazza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campion wants to get back to his feet but Mazza is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Campion working for submissions but it's allowed Mazza to get to half guard. #T1#
Campion tries to get to full guard but Mazza has control of the leg.
Campion manages to get to full guard.
Mazza slips nicely into half guard.
Mazza thows a huge punch but Campion dodges it nicely. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Campion wants to control but Mazza is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Mazza is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Campion doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mazza.
Campion is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Mazza seems to be working for a kimura but Campion defends the submission attempt.
Campion is refusing to be controlled, as Mazza sits in half guard. #T3##SUB#
Mazza is looking for a kimura here.
Mazza is just content to waste time from the top position. Campion takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Mazza trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mazza sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Campion's guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Campion is trying to stand back up but Mazza is controlling him
Campion is trying to maintain the position but Mazza is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Campion misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mazza dives in for a single leg takedown but Campion sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Campion instigates a clinch.
Campion dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Campion.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Campion stalling.
Mazza misses with a hook to the ribs.
Campion tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Gregory Campion will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Gregory Campion's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Mazza gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Campion counters with a nice uppercut.
Campion digs a good body shot into Mazza's ribs.
Campion lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mazza at a distance.
Campion has a takedown stuffed.
Campion shoots in for a double leg but Mazza sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Campion clinches with his opponent.
Campion working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mazza swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mazza takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT2#
It looks like Lou Mazza has been cut.
Campion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mazza.
Mazza misses with a punch to the body.
Mazza misses with a short punch on the inside.
Campion blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Campion softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Campion.
Campion blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mazza tries a body shot but Campion blocks it.
Mazza takes a knee to the side of the body. #TD2#
Campion ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Campion no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Campion looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Campion looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mazza not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mazza preventing the sweep. #T2#
Mazza trying to control but Campion is working from the bottom.
Mazza trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Campion stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Campion wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Mazza tries to sprawl but Campion drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campion content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Campion with the ground and pound but Mazza uses the opportunity to regain guard. #T3#
Campion with a flurry of punches that miss.
Campion in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mazza is trying to control the position but Campion postures up.
Mazza keeping moving, preventing Campion from controlling successfully.
Mazza trying to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Campion looking to sit in guard and control but Mazza gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Campion. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Campion is trying to keep Mazza in close.
Campion keeping moving, preventing Mazza from controlling successfully. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Campion controls Mazza momentarily but Mazza frees himself.
Campion being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Campion has an active guard here but Mazza has managed to pass into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mazza prevents Campion from standing back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gregory Campion comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Campion 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gregory Campion!

 

 
 
 
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