Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: ABW 121 Verygood - Tjack
Date: Apr 10, 2018

#R1#
Skrarez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rosicky sprawls well. Rosicky wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Skrarez gets slowly back to his feet.
Skrarez throws a looping overhand right but Rosicky ducks down to avoid it.
Skrarez shoots for a double leg takedown but Rosicky sprawls well. He's pushed Skrarez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rosicky looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Rosicky tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Skrarez defends well and Rosicky ends up having to push Skrarez into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Rosicky shoots in and bounces Skrarez off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Skrarez has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Rosicky is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rosicky blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Skrarez struggles to land a body shot inside as Rosicky controls his hands.
Skrarez tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rosicky avoids it.
Rosicky is working for takedown but Skrarez is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Rosicky. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rosicky has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Skrarez is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Rosicky ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Rosicky no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Skrarez looking to sit in guard and control but Rosicky gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T1#
Skrarez looking for a sweep. Not yet Skrarez, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Skrarez wants to stand up but Rosicky is controlling him.
Skrarez keeping moving, preventing Rosicky from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Rosicky drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Skrarez dives on top into guard.#REVB#
My spies in London MMA Club inform me that Skrarez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#ES#
Rosicky uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Skrarez fails to land the takedown.
Rosicky drops down looking for a counter takedown but Skrarez sprawls and moves away.#CL2#
Skrarez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rosicky, pushing him back against the cage.
Skrarez is pressed up against the cage. Rosicky has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Skrarez down to the mat. Skrarez avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Skrarez moves into the clinch.
Skrarez tries to work over Rosicky's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Skrarez looking to throw knees to the head but Rosicky is blocking nicely.
Skrarez gets underhooks to prevent Rosicky's takedown attempt.
Skrarez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rosicky's elbow.
Rosicky has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Skrarez avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Rosicky is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Skrarez is defending well.
Rosicky is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Skrarez gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short uppercut from Skrarez.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Rosicky has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Skrarez clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#ES2#
Skrarez manages to escape to his feet. #CL2#
Skrarez has Rosicky up against the cage in a clinch.
Rosicky wants a takedown but no success here.
Skrarez struggles to land a body shot inside as Rosicky controls his hands.
Rosicky blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Skrarez struggles to land a body shot inside as Rosicky controls his hands. #TD#
Rosicky gets control of Skrarez's arms and successfully pulls guard. Rosicky will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Skrarez won't allow Rosicky to get back to his feet.
Skrarez passes Rosicky's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #ES#
Rosicky kicks Skrarez off and gets back to his feet.#CL2#
Skrarez clinches up with Rosicky and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Rosicky pulls guard successfully.
Skrarez content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Skrarez lands a couple of digs.
Skrarez throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Skrarez trying to control the position from guard on top but Rosicky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Skrarez throws a big elbow that misses.
Rosicky wants to stand but Skrarez is controlling the position.
Skrarez throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
Skrarez trying to control but Rosicky is working from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Skrarez landing with the ground and pound.
Skrarez prevents Rosicky from getting back to his feet. #ES#
Rosicky is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Skrarez digs a right hand into Rosicky's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rosicky's gas tank.
Skrarez tries to work over Rosicky's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rosicky wants a takedown but no success here.
Rosicky wants a takedown but no success here.
Skrarez misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Rosicky.
A right handed body shot lands from Skrarez.
Rosicky is breathing heavily.
Skrarez lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Good body shot from Skrarez.
Skrarez struggles to land a body shot inside as Rosicky controls his hands.
Skrarez gets underhooks to prevent Rosicky's takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Francesco Skrarez dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Skrarez instigates a clinch.
A short body shot lands from Skrarez as the two fighters clinch.
Skrarez creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Rosicky is looking for a takedown.
Skrarez lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rosicky backwards.
Skrarez has a couple of punches blocked by Rosicky.
Rosicky's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rosicky blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rosicky is working for takedown but Skrarez is calmly controlling the position for now.
Skrarez using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Skrarez tries to work over Rosicky's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Skrarez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Skrarez lands a body punch.
Skrarez scores with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rosicky managing to block the knees to the body from Skrarez.
Skrarez misses with a punch to the body.
Skrarez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Skrarez tries to throw a body punch but Rosicky avoids it by throwing Skrarez back against the cage.
Skrarez can't find room to land a body shot as Rosicky controls the action.
Skrarez using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rosicky avoiding damage as Skrarez throws knees to the body. #T1#
Rosicky has Skrarez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Skrarez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Rosicky. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Skrarez misses with a punch on the inside.
Rosicky goes for a takedown in the clinch but Skrarez prevents it.
A body shot lands from Skrarez.
Skrarez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Skrarez lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Skrarez misses with a punch on the inside.
Rosicky drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Skrarez gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rosicky tries for a takedown but Skrarez manages to get underhooks.
Skrarez tries to work over Rosicky's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rosicky is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Skrarez pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A left hand lands to the body for Skrarez.
A short left from Skrarez.
Rosicky blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rosicky blocks a body shot from Skrarez.
Skrarez struggles to land a body shot inside as Rosicky controls his hands. #T2#
Skrarez swings wildly with an uppercut but Rosicky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Skrarez using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Rosicky has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A nice left hand lands by Skrarez.
Skrarez tries to work over Rosicky's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Francesco Skrarez seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Skrarez misses with a punch on the inside.
Skrarez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rosicky goes for a takedown in the clinch but Skrarez prevents it.
A short left from Skrarez.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Skrarez lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rosicky avoiding damage as Skrarez throws knees to the body.
Skrarez is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rosicky is defending well for now.
Rosicky blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Rosicky gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Skrarez regains guard.
Skrarez seems keen to control Rosicky's posture.
Skrarez is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Rosicky trying to control but Skrarez is working from the bottom.
Rosicky won't allow Skrarez to get back to his feet.
Skrarez wants to sweep here but Rosicky controlling him for the moment.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Skrarez is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Rosicky dives into side control.
Skrarez throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Skrarez is looking to regain half guard here but Rosicky keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Rosicky tries for a kimura but Skrarez is defending well.
Skrarez is looking for a sweep.
Skrarez manages to get back to half guard.
Skrarez is trying to stand back up but Rosicky is controlling him
Skrarez wants to control but Rosicky is keeping busy.
Rosicky has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Skrarez tries to hold on but Rosicky postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Francesco Skrarez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Skrarez wants to clinch up but Rosicky keeps it at a distance.
Rosicky changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Skrarez tries to avoid it but Rosicky manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Skrarez to the ground. Skrarez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL2#
Skrarez clinches up with Rosicky and pushes him back against the cage.
Rosicky avoids a wild elbow strike from Skrarez.
Rosicky has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Skrarez after a bit of a struggle.
Rosicky changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Skrarez fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pavel Rosicky. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rosicky goes for a takedown attempt but Skrarez pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Skrarez tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rosicky swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Skrarez instigates a clinch.
Rosicky blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Rosicky blocks a body shot from Skrarez.
Skrarez lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Skrarez.
Skrarez misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Skrarez misses with a punch on the inside.
Skrarez lands an uppercut.
Skrarez cracks Rosicky with a nice body shot.
Skrarez tries to work over Rosicky's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Skrarez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rosicky's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Skrarez.
Skrarez scores with a shot to the side of Rosicky's head.
Skrarez is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A short right from Skrarez.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Skrarez.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Skrarez.
Skrarez is working Rosicky over against the cage.
Skrarez works on Rosicky's body with a couple of short punches.
Skrarez unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Skrarez lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rosicky backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rosicky drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Skrarez gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Skrarez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rosicky's elbow. #T2#
Skrarez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Skrarez is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Skrarez lands with a short shot to the head.
Skrarez scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Skrarez tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Rosicky blocking some punches.
A short uppercut from Skrarez.
Skrarez lands a left hand.
Rosicky prevents a body shot from Skrarez.
Skrarez is pressed up against the cage. Rosicky has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Skrarez down to the mat. Skrarez avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Skrarez closes the distance and pushes Rosicky back into the cage.
Skrarez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Skrarez cracks Rosicky with a nice body shot.
Rosicky blocks a body shot from Skrarez.
Skrarez lands with a left to the head.
Skrarez misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Skrarez creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Skrarez lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Skrarez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Skrarez tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rosicky avoids it.
Nice elbow from Skrarez. #CUT2#
It looks like Pavel Rosicky has been cut.
A short right from Skrarez.
Rosicky blocking some punches.
Rosicky is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Rosicky tries for a takedown. No joy.
Skrarez lands a right hand.
Skrarez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rosicky is looking to take this one to the mat.
Skrarez working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Skrarez scores a nice knee to the body.
Skrarez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Skrarez lands a body punch in the clinch.
Skrarez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rosicky's elbow.
Rosicky managing to block the knees to the body from Skrarez. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A shot in the inside from Skrarez.
Skrarez misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Rosicky.
Skrarez lands a nice uppercut.
Skrarez lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rosicky backwards.
Skrarez lands a left hand.
Nice elbow from Skrarez.
Rosicky changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Skrarez fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Skrarez drives through and clinches with Rosicky against the cage.
Good body shot from Skrarez.
Rosicky blocks an elbow strike from Skrarez.
Rosicky blocks an uppercut.
Skrarez trying to land knees to the body.
A short right from Skrarez on the inside.
Pavel Rosicky has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Francesco Skrarez is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Skrarez is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A nice left hand lands by Skrarez.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 26:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 26:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Francesco Skrarez!
Our winner, Francesco Skrarez, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: ABW 116 Scrotum - McGettigan
Date: Mar 22, 2018

#R1##TD2#
Rosicky scores with a takedown into Pazzini's guard.#SUB#
Rosicky avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Rosicky got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pazzini has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rosicky has managed to get both his arms back between Pazzini's legs - danger averted.
Rosicky works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Rosicky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pazzini keeps working. #SUB#
Pazzini looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Rosicky is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rosicky is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pazzini doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rosicky. #SUB2#
Rosicky is working for a submission of some sort. #T1##SUB2#
Rosicky is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Pazzini actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Rosicky is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Rosicky wants to work for an arm triangle but Pazzini is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pazzini misses with some strikes from the bottom. #SUB2#
Rosicky is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pazzini doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rosicky. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Pazzini looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Rosicky is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Pazzini is refusing to be controlled, as Rosicky sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Pazzini is defending against the submission attempts here by Rosicky. #SUB#
Pazzini is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rosicky pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pazzini manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rosicky trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Rosicky slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Rosicky working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pazzini is trying to improve his position.
Rosicky is looking to take a break and control but Pazzini is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rosicky working away.#SUB2#
Rosicky is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pazzini is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Rosicky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pazzini keeps working. #T4##SUB2#
Rosicky is working to tighten his grip on Pazzini's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Pazzini has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Rosicky is really squeezing tight and eventually Pazzini passes out! Rosicky breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Pavel Rosicky!

Event: ABW 108 Scrotum - Uesugi II
Date: Feb 22, 2018

#R1#
Rosicky with a poor takedown
and Viv counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Viv shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rosicky but Rosicky pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Viv misses with a takedown attempt - Rosicky sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've been hearing reports that Rosicky has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Viv fails with the takedown.
Pavel Rosicky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chosu Viv.
Viv shoots in for a takedown but Rosicky shows good takedown defense. #TD2#
Viv shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rosicky napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Viv working the ground and pound.
Rosicky is trying to buck Viv off.#ES#
Rosicky explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Rosicky changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Viv looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB#
Rosicky tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Rosicky has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Rosicky working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Rosicky thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Viv throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Viv stops Rosicky from passing to mount.
Viv is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Rosicky is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Viv is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Viv is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Rosicky has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Rosicky is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Viv knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Rosicky is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Viv looks calm but he's in trouble here. Rosicky gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Viv is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Rosicky lets go of the hold and Viv can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pavel Rosicky!

Event: MMMA 64 Teodor vs Bestarsson
Date: Feb 21, 2018

#R1#
Cesar Chavez misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD2#
and Beton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Beton sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Cesar Chavez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Beton defends it easily.
Beton slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Cesar Chavez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Beton sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cesar Chavez keeping moving, preventing Beton from controlling successfully.
Cesar Chavez is trying to control the position but Beton postures up.
Beton advances position into side control!#T1#
You can see the frustration on Cesar Chavez 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Beton has an Americana. Cesar Chavez didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Beton is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Beton hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Jos Beton!
Jos Beton was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: MMMA 60 Champion vs Champion
Date: Jan 21, 2018

#R1#
Beton closes the distance and clinches up with Trotter, looking for a takedown. Beton pushes Trotter against the cage but Trotter circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Beton closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Beton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Beton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Trotter keeps working. #SUB#
Beton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Trotter has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trotter manages to work his way to half guard, despite Beton's best efforts.#T1##SUB#
Beton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Trotter is just riding it out for now. Beton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Beton wants to work for an arm triangle but Trotter is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Trotter has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Beton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Beton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Trotter has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Beton is working away from the top position though.
Beton passes the guard and advances to mount!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Beton avoids the attempt from Trotter to control.#SUB#
Beton goes for an armbar but Trotter turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Trotter.
Beton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Trotter manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T3#
Beton is looking to pass into half guard but Trotter pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Trotter is in guard.#REVB##SUB#
Beton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Trotter defends well.
Trotter distracts Beton with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Beton is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Trotter avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Trotter wants to control from the top but Beton keeps moving.
Trotter looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Trotter sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Beton doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Trotter paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Beton - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jos Beton!
Jos Beton thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Alonzo Trotter had this to say: 'Sorry dudes'.

Event: MMMA 56 Spector vs Mata 2
Date: Dec 23, 2017

#R1#
Alatalo punishes Beton's body with a nice straight punch.
Beton tries for a takedown but Alatalo circles away easily
and Alatalo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Beton misses with a takedown attempt
and Alatalo counters with a straight right hand.
Beton has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Beton with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Alatalo to score with a decent uppercut.
Alatalo misses the body punch #TD#
and Beton counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alatalo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Beton trying to control from half guard but Alatalo is working away. #SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura but Alatalo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Beton to get the leverage.
Alatalo holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The fighters are battling for position here. Alatalo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Beton being controlled here momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!#T1#
Beton slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Beton looking to pass the guard.
Alatalo controlling the position.
Alatalo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Beton wants to control from the top but Alatalo keeps moving.
Alatalo looking for a sweep. Not yet Alatalo, not yet.
Alatalo keeping moving, preventing Beton from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Beton tries for a takedown but Alatalo circles away easily
and Alatalo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jos Beton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jab from Alatalo.
Alatalo 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.#T2#
Beton ducks under a wild hook from Alatalo.
Beton drops his hands momentarily and Alatalo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Alatalo lands a head shot.
Beton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Alatalo tries to avoid it but Beton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Alatalo to the ground. Alatalo escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Alatalo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Beton in his tracks.
Beton walks into a straight right hand from Alatalo.
Alatalo swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Beton counters with a shoot takedown. Alatalo fights it but they end up in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Beton trying to control the position from guard on top but Alatalo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Beton accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Alatalo controlling the position.
Alatalo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Beton is one step ahead there.
Alatalo is trying to keep Beton in close. #T3#
Alatalo keeping moving, preventing Beton from controlling successfully.
Beton won't allow Alatalo to sweep him here.
Beton trying to control the position from guard on top but Alatalo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alatalo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Beton.
Beton content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Beton wants to control from the top but Alatalo keeps moving.
Beton preventing the sweep.
Beton postures up in Alatalo's guard and throws a big left but Alatalo blocks it. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Alatalo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Beton keeping full guard, as Alatalo tries to pass.
Alatalo is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Beton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Alatalo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Alatalo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Beton trying to keep a closed guard but Alatalo is proving a slippery customer.
Beton looking to control but Alatalo passes into half guard. #SUB#
Beton looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lasse Alatalo dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Alatalo loads up on a big right hand but Beton slips the punch.
Beton takes one on the button.
Beton shoots in but no luck this time.
Alatalo throws out a counter right but Beton avoids it with no problem.
A telegraphed right hand from Alatalo misses the target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Beton.
Beton tries for a takedown but Alatalo circles away easily
and Beton takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jos Beton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beton fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Alatalo avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Beton closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T1#
Alatalo is controlling Beton's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Alatalo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Beton seems to be working for a kimura but Alatalo defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Alatalo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Beton is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Alatalo controls Beton momentarily but Beton frees himself.
Beton tries to free his leg and advance position but Alatalo is retaining full guard. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Alatalo managing to control the position.
Alatalo 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.
Beton slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Alatalo tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Beton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Beton tries to free his leg and advance position but Alatalo is retaining full guard.
Alatalo is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Beton trying to control but Alatalo is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Alatalo throws the left hand but Beton avoids the punch easily.
Beton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alatalo.
Beton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Alatalo is fending him off so far but Beton persists. Nope, Alatalo circles away and we're back to standing.
Alatalo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Beton shoots in looking for a takedown. Alatalo tries to sprawl out of it but Beton keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Alatalo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Alatalo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A nice side step and Alatalo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Beton dives in and grabs Alatalo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Alatalo pushes down on Beton's head and hops out.
Lasse Alatalo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Beton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by Beton.
Beton doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Alatalo counter with a right hand. #T4#
Beton takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Alatalo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Beton shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Alatalo sprawls well. Alatalo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Beton gets slowly back to his feet.
Decent striking displayed by Alatalo there.
Alatalo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Beton throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Alatalo tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Beton is in Alatalo's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Alatalo wants to sweep here but Beton controlling him for the moment.
Jos Beton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Alatalo is on top in guard. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lasse Alatalo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Alatalo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Beton.
Alatalo misses the shot to the body.
Beton appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Alatalo throws the left hand but Beton avoids the punch easily.
Alatalo looks to land a right hand but Beton moved out of range.
Alatalo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Beton moves away.
Beton feinted with a counter takedown.
Alatalo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Alatalo misses with a wild body shot.
Beton feinted with a counter takedown.
Beton avoids the body shot from Alatalo.
Beton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alatalo throws a hook but Beton blocks it.
Alatalo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Beton manages to avoid it.
Alatalo misses with a looping right.
Beton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Beton shoots in but Alatalo avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Alatalo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Beton doesn't seem bothered though.
Beton dives in and grabs Alatalo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Alatalo pushes down on Beton's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jos Beton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Alatalo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Beton moves away.
Beton takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Beton moves out of range as Alatalo strikes.
Beton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Beton moves out of range as Alatalo strikes.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Beton takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Beton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alatalo.
Alatalo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Beton.
A little jabbing left from Alatalo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Alatalo misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Beton counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Alatalo wants to improve his position but Beton is controlling well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Still in half guard, Beton seems content to control.#SUB#
Beton wants to work for an arm triangle but Alatalo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Alatalo wants to improve his position but Beton is controlling well.
Alatalo preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Alatalo is defending against the submission attempts here by Beton. #T3#
Beton looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Alatalo is looking for a sweep. Beton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Alatalo won't allow Beton to pass to mount.
Beton not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Alatalo is staying active underneath Beton, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Alatalo is looking to improve his position.
Alatalo has his hands clasped together around Beton's back. He's all about the action.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB#
Alatalo is defending against the submission attempts here by Beton. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Beton prevents Alatalo from improving his position.#SUB#
Beton seems to be working for a kimura but Alatalo defends the submission attempt.
Alatalo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Beton trying to control the action but Alatalo is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Alatalo lands a body shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lasse Alatalo!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Lasse Alatalo waved his t-shirt featuring Cartel Elite Supps's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: MMMA 47 Night of Champions 3
Date: Oct 28, 2017

#R1#
A low kick from Martin misses #TD2#
and Beton counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Martin!
Martin can't do much from the bottom here.
Beton trying to control the action but Martin is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Beton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Beton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Martin keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martin regains half guard.#SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Martin has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Beton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Martin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Beton. #T1#
Martin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Beton missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Martin is trying to stand up here but Beton is controlling him well.
Beton trying to mount his opponent but Martin defends it.
Beton not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Martin defends it well. #SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura but Martin is defending well. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Beton wants to control but Martin is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Beton is working for a submission of some sort.
Beton controlling the action here.
Martin is looking for a sweep. Beton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Martin pushes Beton off looking to stand but Beton dives back in and keeps control. #SUB2#
Beton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Martin sees it coming and defends easily.#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Martin wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Beton seems to be working for a kimura but Martin defends the submission attempt.
Martin trying to control but Beton postures up.
Beton wants to control but Martin is keeping him busy.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Beton not doing much here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Beton has his takedown stuffed
and Martin counters with a thumping low kick.
Martin scores with a leg kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Beton is defended easily by Martin.#T4#
Martin wants to clinch but Beton slips to the side#TD2#
and Beton counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Beton.
Martin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Beton trying to control but Martin is working from the bottom.
Martin looking for a sweep. Not yet Martin, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Martin keeping moving, preventing Beton from controlling successfully.
Beton preventing the sweep.
Beton seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Martin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Beton prevents Martin from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jos Beton 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#
Beton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Martin leaves Beton with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Martin throws a quick counter kick to the body but Beton avoids it.
Beton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Martin defends it nicely.
Frank Martin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
Beton dives in and grabs Martin's left leg, looking for a takedown. Martin pushes down on Beton's head and hops out.
Beton tries for a takedown but Martin circles away easily
and Martin counters with a thumping low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Martin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martin scores with a spinning back kick!
Beton moves out of range as Martin strikes.
Beton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Martin defends it well.
Beton moves out of range of the body kick.
Martin fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Martin, right into the meat.
Martin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Martin lands with a kick to the ribs.
Martin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And Beton tries to counter it with a takedown but Martin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Beton blocks a jab.#CL#
Martin rushes Beton and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Martin scores a nice knee to the body.
Good body shot from Martin.
Martin landing some nice looking knees to the body. #TD2#
Beton has picked Martin up - he's going for a ride! Beton dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Beton is breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beton missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Martin trying to control but Beton postures up.
Martin is positioning himself well to prevent Beton advancing to mount. #T2##SUB2#
Beton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Martin is just riding it out for now. Beton eventually gives up the hold.
Martin trying to control from the bottom.
Martin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Martin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Beton. #SUB2#
Beton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Beton is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T3##SUB2#
Beton is looking for submissions but instead, Martin has regained full guard.
Martin 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.
Beton wants to control from the top but Martin keeps moving. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Martin keeping full guard, as Beton tries to pass.
Martin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Beton is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Beton darts in looking for a takedown but Martin gets double underhooks and turns Beton into the cage.
A jab lands there for Martin.
A lazy body kick from Martin #TD2#
and Beton counters with a single leg into guard. Martin didn't expect that.
Beton stays in close to Martin's body and controls the position.
Beton trying to control the position from guard on top but Martin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jos Beton has got the better of the ground game so far.
Beton with a flurry of punches that miss.
Martin controlling Beton's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Martin dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Martin misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Beton counters with a shoot takedown. Martin fights it but they end up in guard.
Beton trying to control but Martin is working from the bottom.
Beton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Martin's guard.
Beton trying to control the action but Martin is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Beton is working for a kimura but Martin is defending it quite comfortably.
Martin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1#
Beton throwing strikes from guard but Martin blocks nicely.
Martin keeping full guard, as Beton tries to pass.
Beton wants to control from the top but Martin keeps moving.
Martin looking to control.
Beton is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Martin keeping moving, preventing Beton from controlling successfully.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Beton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Beton has a takedown stuffed.
Martin lands a high kick!
Martin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Beton blocks a leg kick.
Beton avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Beton dives in and grabs Martin's left leg, looking for a takedown. Martin pushes down on Beton's head and hops out.
Martin is looking to counter with head kicks.
Beton takes one to the side of the head.
Frank Martin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Martin has managed to clinch. #T3#
Beton is looking to take this one to the mat.
Frank Martin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
Martin lands a nice knee to the body.
Martin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Beton can't get the takedown.
Martin tries to land a knee to the head but Beton blocks with his arms. #TD2#
Beton jumps guard and drags Martin to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Beton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Martin escapes and throws Beton's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Beton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Beton tries to buck Martin off but Martin is having none of it.
Martin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Beton keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Beton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Beton is looking to reverse the position.
Beton struggling a bit here.
Martin trying to control the position but Beton is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Beton struggling a bit here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Frank Martin showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Martin 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: MMMA Clown Caos 21
Date: Sep 20, 2017

#R1##TD#
Sato gets caught flat footed, as Beton shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Sato keeping full guard, as Beton tries to pass.
Beton is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Beton is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Sato is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Sato has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Beton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sato is aware though and is defending well.
Sato trying to control the position from guard on top but Beton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sato wants to pass the guard but Beton is keeping the position.#SUB#
Beton working for a triangle but Sato defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton wants to sweep but no luck.
Sato is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Sato trying to control the position from guard on top but Beton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Beton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sato can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Beton keeping full guard, as Sato tries to pass.
Sato trying to control but Beton is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Beton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Beton wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Beton is looking for a triangle but Sato pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Sato is posturing up here but Beton has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Sato tries to roll out but it's too tight and Sato has to tap! Slick submission there by Beton!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jos Beton!
Jos Beton thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 129
Date: Jun 26, 2017

#R1#
Beton shoots in and drives through. Sepulveda sprawls well.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD-Guts & Glory Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Sepulveda slaps away a takedown attempt from Beton, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sepulveda throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Beton counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES#
Sepulveda scrambles and gets back to his feet. #CL#
Sepulveda rushes Beton and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Sepulveda is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Beton can't fight it off and eventually Sepulveda manages to take the fight to the floor. Beton looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sepulveda looking to pass the guard. #SU#
Sepulveda stands and steps away. Beton gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Sepulveda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sepulveda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Beton manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Beton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.#T1#
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sepulveda lands with a cross.
Beton fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Beton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Beton scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Sepulveda is trying to control Beton's posture but Beton avoids it.
Sepulveda keeps Beton under control for a moment.
Beton is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Beton tries to advance to mount but can't. #T2##ES#
Sepulveda throws Beton to one side and escapes!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sepulveda missing with a left hand there. Beton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sepulveda scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Alejandro Sepulveda is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Beton tries for a takedown but Sepulveda circles away easily
and Sepulveda counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sepulveda wants to clinch.
Decent striking displayed by Sepulveda there.
Sepulveda thuds his right hand into Beton's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Beton looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #ROC#
Beton is rocked!
Sepulveda throws a hook but Beton blocks it.
Sepulveda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Beton drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Beton is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sepulveda has escaped the position, nice work there.
Sepulveda is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Beton swings around for an armbar but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Beton's guard.
Sepulveda has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Beton is proving hard to escape from.
Sepulveda trying to control but Beton is working from the bottom.
Beton pulls Sepulveda in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Beton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sepulveda wants to control from the top but Beton keeps moving.
Beton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Beton is on top in guard. #REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beton passes Sepulveda's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Sepulveda is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending well.
Sepulveda is trying to stand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches.
Sepulveda is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Beton can do to turn this around?
Beton has Sepulveda pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sepulveda manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sepulveda changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Beton fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Sepulveda fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Beton tries for a takedown but Sepulveda sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Beton closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sepulveda's guard.
Beton stopping the sweep attempt from Sepulveda.
Beton advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Beton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sepulveda knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton wants to control but Sepulveda is keeping him busy.
Sepulveda really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...#T1#
Sepulveda is trying to get back to half guard.
Sepulveda struggling a bit here.
Beton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sepulveda keeps working.
Sepulveda is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Beton is looking to take a break and control but Sepulveda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Sepulveda's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Beton tries to move to mount but Sepulveda blocks the move with his legs.
Sepulveda is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Beton asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
Beton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Sepulveda rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Beton's guard! Nice work there by Sepulveda!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Beton trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Beton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sepulveda gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Beton is trying to hold Sepulveda in close to prevent damage but Sepulveda has managed to pass into half guard. #SUB#
Sepulveda is trying to work for a kimura but Beton is defending well. #SUB2#
Beton looking for submissions off his back.
Sepulveda is keen to just control but Beton is a slippery customer.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
It looks like Sepulveda is going to stand back up.
Beton regains full guard. Nicely done.
Beton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sepulveda's guard. #REVB#
Sepulveda is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Alejandro Sepulveda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Beton showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Sepulveda looking to control.
Sepulveda bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Beton's guard. #REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sepulveda postures up.
Sepulveda stopping the sweep attempt from Beton.
Beton is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sepulveda is controlling him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Alejandro Sepulveda will probably get the nod.
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.
#R3#
Sepulveda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Beton manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Beton gets tackled into the cage by Sepulveda. Sepulveda maintains the clinch.
Sepulveda tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sepulveda is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Beton gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Beton wants to take the fight to the mat but Sepulveda manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sepulveda jumps guard but Beton stands there with Sepulveda around his waist. Sepulveda gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alejandro Sepulveda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beton is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sepulveda gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Sepulveda has Beton pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Beton manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Beton prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sepulveda looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda gets underhooks to prevent Beton's takedown attempt. #TD2#
Beton turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#ES#
Sepulveda sneaks out the side door and pushes Beton away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beton takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sepulveda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Beton looks for a takedown but Sepulveda sprawls well.
Sepulveda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Beton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sepulveda defends it well.#TD2#
Beton shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sepulveda is trying to defend but Beton finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sepulveda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura but Sepulveda is defending well.
Beton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sepulveda defends it well. #SUB2#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sepulveda defends it well.
Sepulveda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Sepulveda is trying to stand. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions off his back.
Beton trying to mount his opponent but Sepulveda defends it. #SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sepulveda has managed to free his arm - good work.
Sepulveda trying to hold on to Beton's head to control him but Beton postures up.
Sepulveda moves into full guard. #T3#
Sepulveda pulls Beton in close to his closed guard and prevents Beton from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sepulveda trying to control the position.
Beton stopping the sweep attempt from Sepulveda.
Beton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Beton trying to control the position from guard on top but Sepulveda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sepulveda is trying to control the position but Beton postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sepulveda tries to close the distance and clinch but Beton swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Beton shoots in and drives through. Sepulveda sprawls well.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Beton shoots for a takedown but Sepulveda saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sepulveda. Beton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sepulveda scores with a jab.
Beton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And Beton tries to counter it with a takedown but Sepulveda pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jos Beton is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Beton has a takedown stuffed.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Beton moves out of range.
Beton avoids the head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Beton.
Beton shoots in and drives through. Sepulveda sprawls well.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Beton avoids a punch combination nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Sepulveda tries to clinch but Beton is having none of it.
Beton swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Beton was well out of range. Poor timing from Sepulveda.
Beton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Beton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but Sepulveda shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sepulveda throws a shot from downtown. Beton moves away and avoids it.
Beton shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sepulveda sprawls well. Sepulveda wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Beton gets slowly back to his feet.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sepulveda scores with a body shot. #T1#
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Beton is just out of range.
Beton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Alejandro Sepulveda is winning the standup battle so far.
Beton is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Beton looks for a takedown but Sepulveda sprawls well.
Sepulveda misses with a head kick.
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Beton takes one to the side of the head.
Sepulveda lands a slapping body shot.
A slow jab from Sepulveda misses its intended target. #CL#
Sepulveda closes the distance and clinches.
Sepulveda is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Beton is defending well.
Sepulveda is looking for a takedown.
Beton tries for a takedown. No joy. #T2#
Sepulveda is pressed up against the cage. Beton has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sepulveda down to the mat. Sepulveda avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Sepulveda lands with a good body shot.
Sepulveda tries a head kick but it misses.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but Sepulveda shows good takedown defense.
Sepulveda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Beton.
Beton changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
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!
Beton tries to move into range but Sepulveda moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sepulveda scores with a hook to the body. Beton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Beton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sepulveda sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sepulveda looks to score with a jab to the body but Beton is just out of range.
Beton blocks a head kick by Sepulveda.
Sepulveda throws a head kick that half lands.
The fighters circling - Sepulveda throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sepulveda looks to throw the jab but Beton is out of range.
Beton with the counter takedown but Sepulveda avoids it easily.#T3#
Beton shoots in for a double leg but Sepulveda sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sepulveda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but Sepulveda shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
It looked like Sepulveda wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sepulveda throws a body punch but Beton moves out of range.
Beton tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sepulveda sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Beton somewhat.
Sepulveda moves in looking to clinch but Beton pushes him off.
Beton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sepulveda as he jumps to the side.
Sepulveda throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sepulveda misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Sepulveda.
Beton shoots for a double leg takedown but Sepulveda sprawls well. He's pushed Beton's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Sepulveda misses the target.
Sepulveda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Beton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sepulveda throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Beton's head.#CL#
Sepulveda pushes Beton up against the cage in a clinch.
Sepulveda has Beton pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Beton manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sepulveda tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Beton just stands there and leans against the cage.
Sepulveda prevents the takedown attempt. #TD#
Sepulveda lands a takedown into guard. #ES2#
Beton is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alejandro Sepulveda had his way with Jos Beton in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Sepulveda lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sepulveda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Beton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sepulveda is fending him off so far but Beton persists. Nope, Sepulveda circles away and we're back to standing.
Beton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sepulveda defends it nicely.
Beton goes for a double leg but Sepulveda avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sepulveda continues to drive forward.
Alejandro Sepulveda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
Beton tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sepulveda swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sepulveda leaves Beton with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Beton avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A punch combination from Sepulveda misses.
Sepulveda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Sepulveda is looking to clinch.
Beton swats away the attempt to clinch by Sepulveda.
Beton avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Beton is defended easily by Sepulveda.#CL#
Sepulveda darts in and clinches Beton up against the cage.
Sepulveda goes for a takedown in the clinch but Beton prevents it.
Sepulveda is working for takedown but Beton is calmly controlling the position for now.
Beton looking for a takedown. #T2#
Beton drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sepulveda pulls his leg out and moves away. #TD2#
Beton feints and as Sepulveda raises his hands in defense, Beton changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Beton is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Sepulveda can't keep his opponent in guard - Beton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sepulveda is trying to stand back up but Beton is controlling him #SUB2#
Beton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sepulveda is just riding it out for now. Beton eventually gives up the hold.
Sepulveda moves into full guard. #T3#
Beton stopping the sweep attempt from Sepulveda.
Sepulveda wants to get back to his feet but Beton is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Beton looking to pass the guard.
Sepulveda looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Sepulveda looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Sepulveda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Beton gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Sepulveda is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Beton defends well.
Beton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Sepulveda looking for a guillotine here but Beton defends easily. #SUB#
Beton has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Sepulveda to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Beton is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Sepulveda pulls down on the head and he's put Beton to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Alejandro Sepulveda!
Alejandro Sepulveda is the new lightweight champion!
Alejandro Sepulveda spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 122
Date: May 24, 2017

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Beton or perhaps it was just good defense by Michaels, which made it look bad.
Michaels throws a low kick, looking for Beton's leg but Beton calmly moves out of range.
Beton fails with the takedown
and Michaels counters with a good low kick that Beton was not able to check. #TD2#
Michaels gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Beton to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Beton wants to pass the guard but Michaels is keeping the position.
Beton trying to move into half guard but instead Michaels has managed to sweep!#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Michaels is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Beton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Michaels is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Beton looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Beton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Michaels gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Beton has momentary wrist control but Michaels slips an elbow through the middle.
Beton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Michaels really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Michaels throwing strikes but missing.
Michaels wants to stand but Beton is controlling his posture from full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Beton holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Michaels trying to control the position from guard on top but Beton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beton wants to sweep but no luck.
Beton keeping moving, preventing Michaels from controlling successfully.
Michaels might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Michaels accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Michaels loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #ES2#
Beton is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Michaels presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Beton goes for a takedown attempt but Michaels pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We've been told by Michaels's head coaches at Red Tri-Angle Gym. 15 Coaches/13 Elite that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kristian Michaels has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
Michaels shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Beton shoots in for a double leg but Michaels sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Beton just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMichaels.
Michaels lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Beton shoots in and drives through. Michaels sprawls well.
Michaels throws a quick inside leg kick.
Michaels fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Beton checks it well.
Michaels is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
No luck for Beton with that takedown attempt.
Kristian Michaels seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beton fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Beton darts in looking for a takedown but Michaels gets double underhooks and turns Beton into the cage.
Good standup being displayed there by Michaels as he connects with a hook.
Michaels stuffs the takedown attempt from Beton. Beton gets slowly back to his feet.
Beton fails with a takedown attempt.
Michaels throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Michaels keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Michaels throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kristian Michaels is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Michaels misses with a body shot.
Beton checks a low kick from Michaels.
Michaels throws a head kick but Beton moves out of range. #TD2#
Beton looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Michaels!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Michaels is trying to control Beton's posture but Beton avoids it.
Michaels tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Beton wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Michaels is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Beton is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Michaels knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Beton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Beton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kristian Michaels dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Michaels has taken the fight to the clinch.
Beton is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
Michaels manages to break the clinch.
Michaels sizes up Beton with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Michaels is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Beton can do to turn this around?
Michaels feints and then cracks Beton's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Beton down.
Kristian Michaels is winning the standup battle so far.
Beton fails with the takedown.
Michaels lands with a kick to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Michaels lands a nice leg kick that just misses Beton's sensitive parts.
A bone on bone clash there as Beton blocks the leg kick.
Beton checks the leg kick nicely there.
Michaels lands with a nice body kick.
Beton closes the distance and clinches up with Michaels, looking for a takedown. Beton pushes Michaels against the cage but Michaels circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kristian Michaels has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
Beton checks the leg kick.#T1#
Michaels tries to clinch but Beton moves out of range. #TD2#
Beton fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Michaels to the ground. Beton is now in Michaels's guard.
Michaels trying to control the position.
Michaels knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Beton on the ground.
Beton trying to control but Michaels is working from the bottom.
Michaels wants to sweep but no luck.
Michaels keeping full guard, as Beton tries to pass.
Beton stops Michaels from standing up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Beton stopping the sweep attempt from Michaels.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2#
Michaels can't keep his opponent in guard - Beton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Beton wants to pass to mount but Michaels is defending the position.
Beton is keen to just control but Michaels is a slippery customer.
Beton trying to control from Michaels's half guard. Michaels has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB2#
Beton postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Michaels is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Beton, into his guard. #REVR#
Michaels trying to control the position from guard on top but Beton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Michaels accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jos Beton has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3##SUB2#
Beton has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Michaels is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Beton.
Michaels in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Michaels trying to control the action but Beton is working from the bottom.
Beton is working to avoid the ground and pound but Michaels connects with a decent elbow.
Michaels trying to control the action but Beton is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Michaels happy to just control the position for now.
Beton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Beton manages to work his way to half guard, despite Michaels's best efforts.#SUB2#
Beton looking for submissions off his back.
Beton is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Beton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kristian Michaels dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Beton is trying hard to land a takedown here. Michaels sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Beton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Michaels defends well and Beton ends up having to push Michaels into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Beton shoots in but no luck this time.
Kristian Michaels has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
Michaels tries to close the distance and clinch up but Beton swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Beton with the counter takedown but Michaels avoids it easily.
Beton keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Michaels throws a half hearted mid kick.#TD2#
Beton looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Michaels kicks off Beton and gets to his feet.
Michaels throws a leg kick but Beton sees it coming and moves out of range.
Michaels throws a head kick but Beton moves out of range.
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!
Michaels fails in his attempt to clinch.
Beton feints the counter takedown.
Michaels finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #TD2#
Beton throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Michaels was covering up waiting for the punch and Beton finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Beton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Michaels is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Michaels keeping moving, preventing Beton from controlling successfully.
Michaels controlling Beton's posture.
Beton trying to control the position from guard on top but Michaels is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beton being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Beton trying to control but Michaels is working from the bottom.
Beton preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Beton slips a jab and a cross from Michaels.
Beton checks a low kick from Michaels.
Michaels defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Beton.
Beton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Michaels defends well and Beton ends up having to push Michaels into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Michaels.
Beton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Michaels defends it nicely.#T3#
Beton avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Michaels finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
And Beton tries to counter it with a takedown but Michaels pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Michaels slaps away a takedown attempt from Beton, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL#
Michaels moves into the clinch.
Michaels lands with a left to the head.
Beton dodges an elbow strike from Michaels.
Beton wants a takedown but no success here.
Michaels scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nice body punch from Michaels.
Beton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Michaels.
Beton avoids the elbow strike from Michaels, against the cage.
Michaels'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.
Beton wants a takedown but no success here. #T4#
Michaels misses with an elbow over the top.#BC#
Michaels breaks the clinch.
Michaels throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jos Beton is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Michaels fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Beton.
Michaels displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Beton.
Beton needs to keep his hands up - Michaels had a free shot at his head there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Beton shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Michaels pinned against the cage. Michaels gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Michaels swinging wildly here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kristian Michaels clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Beton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Michaels is fending him off so far but Beton persists. Nope, Michaels circles away and we're back to standing.
Michaels connects with a looping right hand.
Michaels throws a low kick but Beton moves out of range easily.
Beton shoots in but Michaels avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Beton fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kristian Michaels has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
Beton walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL#
Michaels gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton goes for a takedown attempt but Michaels pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Michaels tries to close the distance and clinch up but Beton swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD2#
Beton shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Michaels is trying to defend but Beton finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Beton is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#SUB2#
Beton is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Michaels doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Beton. #T1#
Michaels is looking to control Beton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Michaels avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Michaels defends it well. #SUB2#
Beton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Beton is working for a kimura but Michaels is defending it quite comfortably.
Michaels pushes Beton off looking to stand but Beton dives back in and keeps control. #SUB2#
Beton seems to be looking for submissions.
Beton works his foot free and advances to mount.
Michaels is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T3#
Beton trying to control but Michaels is having none of it. #SUB2#
Beton looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Beton looking to control but Michaels is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Beton goes for an armbar but Michaels turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Michaels. #SUB2#
Beton working for a triangle but Michaels defends it easily. #T4#
Michaels stays in close to Beton's body and controls the position.
Michaels postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Michaels postures up. #SUB2#
Beton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Beton keeping moving, preventing Michaels from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Beton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Michaels passes into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kristian Michaels had his way with Jos Beton in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Michaels throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Michaels swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Beton looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Beton scores with a takedown into Michaels's guard.
Michaels controls Beton momentarily but Beton frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton trying to control but Michaels is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Beton drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Michaels dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Michaels trying to control the position from guard on top but Beton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Michaels passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Beton is trying to improve his position.
Beton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Michaels off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Beton is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Michaels knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Michaels for a finish. #SUB2#
Beton looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Beton looking for the choke from the back. #T2#
Michaels staying busy and making it hard for Beton to control. #SUB2#
Beton working for the choke.
Beton is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#SUB2#
Michaels defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Well, with Beton on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Michaels is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Michaels tries to escape but Beton has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Michaels is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Beton gets his way!
Beton doesn't have the hooks in and Michaels manages to turn into his guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Michaels wants to stand but Beton is controlling his posture from full guard. #T3#
Michaels is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Michaels trying to control the position from guard on top but Beton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beton working a defensive guard here.
Michaels landing some decent shots from guard.
Michaels trying to control but Beton is working from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Michaels wanted to stand there but Beton had control of the position. #SUB2#
Beton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Beton is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Michaels is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Beton has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Michaels is looking to defend but Beton has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Michaels! Beton pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Michaels taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Jos Beton! Jos Beton retains his lightweight title!
A victorious Jos Beton thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 114
Date: Apr 22, 2017

#R1##TD#
Beton shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
McIntyre is staying active underneath Beton, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McIntyre defends it well.
McIntyre is looking to control Beton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can McIntyre avoid being mounted?
McIntyre might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Beton haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
McIntyre really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Beton. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Beton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in half guard, Beton seems content to control.#T1#
McIntyre tries to roll over but Beton keeps him under control.
McIntyre is staying active underneath Beton, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Still in half guard, Beton seems content to control.
McIntyre trying to control from the bottom.
Beton is keen to just control but McIntyre is a slippery customer.
McIntyre is doing well to control the position and prevent Beton from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura but McIntyre is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Beton to get the leverage.
Beton is looking to take a break and control but McIntyre is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Beton passes to side control.
Beton advances nicely into full mount. #T2#
Beton is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. McIntyre is in real trouble. #SUB#
McIntyre fending off the submission attempt from Beton.
McIntyre trying to control the action but Beton just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Beton looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Beton goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. McIntyre escapes and is now in half guard on top.
McIntyre content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB#
Beton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Beton keeping hold of McIntyre's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB#
Beton looking for submissions off his back.
McIntyre sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McIntyre passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Beton!
Beton gets back to half guard.
Beton is positioning himself well to prevent McIntyre advancing to mount.
McIntyre is figuring out what he wants to do next.
McIntyre seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Beton does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Still in half guard, McIntyre seems content to control.
McIntyre wants to stand up but Beton has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Beton trying to control but McIntyre postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jos Beton dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Beton shoots in for a takedown but McIntyre shows good takedown defense.
McIntyre looks to land a left hand but Beton moved out of range nicely.
Beton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McIntyre defends it nicely.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but McIntyre shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jos Beton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McIntyre scores with a jab to the head.
Beton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McIntyre.
Beton misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
McIntyre scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton moves away from the strike by McIntyre.
Beton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McIntyre.#TD#
Beton looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
McIntyre is refusing to be controlled, as Beton sits in half guard. #T1#
McIntyre tries to get to full guard but Beton has control of the leg. #SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Beton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Beton looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Beton prevents McIntyre from improving his position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McIntyre is refusing to be controlled, as Beton sits in half guard.
McIntyre wants to improve his position but Beton is controlling well. #SUB#
Beton looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
McIntyre trying to control but Beton postures up.
Beton is keen to just control but McIntyre is a slippery customer.#T3#
Beton looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
McIntyre is controlling Beton's trapped leg to prevent Beton from advancing to side control.
McIntyre is looking for a sweep. Beton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura but McIntyre is defending well. #SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but McIntyre still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, McIntyre has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Beton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Beton is letting McIntyre control him for a moment. #T4#
Beton regains half guard.#SUB#
Beton actively working from the bottom here.
Beton tries to get to full guard but McIntyre has control of the leg.
McIntyre is keen to just control but Beton is a slippery customer.
Beton trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Beton tries to kick McIntyre off but McIntyre keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sweeney McIntyre showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Beton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McIntyre as he jumps to the side.
Beton moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Beton closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming McIntyre to the mat! McIntyre manages to get full guard.
Beton trying to control the position from guard on top but McIntyre is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beton looking to pass the guard.
Beton pushing down on McIntyre's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
McIntyre is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McIntyre defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Beton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T1#
McIntyre is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Beton is working for a kimura but McIntyre is defending it quite comfortably.
Beton wants to free his trapped foot but McIntyre is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Beton seems to be working for a kimura but McIntyre defends the submission attempt.
McIntyre tries to roll over but Beton keeps him under control.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Beton wants to lay and pray for a moment but McIntyre keeps working.
McIntyre tries to get to full guard but Beton has control of the leg. #SUB#
McIntyre is defending against the submission attempts here by Beton.
McIntyre is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
McIntyre is defending against the submission attempts here by Beton.
McIntyre is trying to control but can't. #T3#
Beton trying to control from half guard but McIntyre is working away. #SUB#
Beton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Beton is working for a kimura but McIntyre is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Beton wants to work for an arm triangle but McIntyre is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McIntyre keeping control of the position. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Beton wants to work for an arm triangle but McIntyre is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McIntyre is looking for a sweep. Beton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McIntyre trying to control from the bottom.
McIntyre wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but McIntyre shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Horrible takedown attempt by Beton or perhaps it was just good defense by McIntyre, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jos Beton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beton slips a jab from McIntyre.
McIntyre throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jos Beton clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
McIntyre thows a left - swing and a miss!
Beton fails with the takedown.
Beton tries for a takedown but McIntyre sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Beton changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. McIntyre looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
McIntyre is not content to let Beton control the position. #SUB#
Beton tries for a kimura but McIntyre is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on McIntyre's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Beton advances to full mount. #T1##SUB#
Beton looking to secure an arm triangle but McIntyre defends it well.
Beton fails to take his opponent's back.
McIntyre is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
McIntyre is squirming around, avoiding Beton's attempts to control the action.
McIntyre tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Beton controlling from mount.
Beton can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as McIntyre is looking to escape. #T2#
McIntyre wants to hold on but Beton pushes him away.
Beton tries to control but McIntyre wriggling away. #SUB#
Beton jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… McIntyre is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by McIntyre and Beton has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
McIntyre tries to bench press Beton off him but Beton keeps the position. #SUB#
Beton has an Americana. McIntyre didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Beton is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Beton hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Jos Beton!
Jos Beton is the new lightweight champion!
Jos Beton decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 105
Date: Mar 22, 2017

#R1#
McIntyre throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Beton shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McIntyre as he jumps to the side.
Beton has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as McIntyre is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Beton shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McIntyre as he avoids it easily.
It looked like McIntyre wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Beton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McIntyre defends it nicely.
Sweeney McIntyre has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
Beton fails with a takedown attempt.
Beton fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Beton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McIntyre.
McIntyre throws a hook but Beton blocks it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Beton is defended easily by McIntyre.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McIntyre darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Beton looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Beton defending well as McIntyre loads up on a big left hand.
Beton misses with a takedown attempt
and McIntyre connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Beton fails with the takedown.
McIntyre lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jos Beton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beton shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McIntyre but McIntyre pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Beton tries for a takedown but McIntyre sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Beton has a takedown stuffed.
Beton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McIntyre defends it nicely.
McIntyre is looking to counter punch.#T2#
McIntyre throws a hook but Beton avoids it easily.
McIntyre listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A big right from McIntyre misses.
McIntyre connects with a body shot.
McIntyre misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Beton.
Beton misses with a takedown attempt - McIntyre sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Beton closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Beton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Beton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Beton is looking to take a break and control but McIntyre is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
McIntyre is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Beton is trying to get an arm triangle but McIntyre is defending well.
Beton wants to control but McIntyre is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Beton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
McIntyre can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Beton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by McIntyre, who protects the arm well. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Beton wants to control but McIntyre is keeping him busy.
McIntyre tries to bench press Beton off him but Beton keeps the position. #SUB2#
Beton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McIntyre is trying to control Beton's posture but Beton avoids it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McIntyre is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Beton's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Well, if Beton is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sweeney McIntyre dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Beton misses with a takedown attempt
and McIntyre counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McIntyre wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McIntyre lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
McIntyre misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Beton has a takedown stuffed.
Sweeney McIntyre has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
McIntyre lands with a thumping leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Beton checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Beton throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McIntyre's waist but McIntyre gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Beton off to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sweeney McIntyre is winning the standup battle so far.
Beton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McIntyre is fending him off so far but Beton persists. Nope, McIntyre circles away and we're back to standing.
McIntyre throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Beton stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nice takedown defense from McIntyre. No joy for Beton on that attempt.
Beton is breathing heavily.
Beton misses with a takedown attempt
and McIntyre makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
McIntyre punishes Beton's body with a nice straight punch.
McIntyre feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Beton's calf.
McIntyre misses with a two punch combination.
Beton takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Beton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McIntyre defends it nicely.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by McIntyre.
Beton fails with the takedown
and McIntyre counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
McIntyre defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Beton.
McIntyre misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Beton shoots in for a takedown but McIntyre shows good takedown defense. #T2#
Beton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McIntyre.
McIntyre swings for the body but Beton moves out of range.
Beton shoots for a double leg takedown but McIntyre sprawls well. He's pushed Beton's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
McIntyre lands with a hook. Beton tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McIntyre scores with a jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Beton or perhaps it was just good defense by McIntyre, which made it look bad.
An attempted straight right counter from McIntyre misses the target.
McIntyre fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Beton manages to avoid it.
McIntyre lands a slapping body shot.
McIntyre leaves Beton with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It looked like McIntyre wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McIntyre scores with a one two! Beton had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
McIntyre is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Beton can do to turn this around?
A slapping leg kick lands for McIntyre.
McIntyre lands a jab-cross combination. #T3#
Beton on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#ROC#
Beton is rocked!
McIntyre scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Beton with a lazy takedown attempt
and McIntyre counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Beton thinking.
McIntyre swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McIntyre throws a nice inside leg kick.
Beton shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McIntyre but McIntyre pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD2#
Beton shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. McIntyre is trying to defend but Beton finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
McIntyre desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T4#
McIntyre has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura but McIntyre is defending well.
McIntyre tries to get to full guard but Beton has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
McIntyre is refusing to be controlled, as Beton sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Beton is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McIntyre has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Beton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McIntyre sees it coming and defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sweeney McIntyre dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McIntyre keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
McIntyre misses with an uppercut. Beton saw that one coming.
McIntyre tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Beton was well out of range. Poor timing from McIntyre.
Beton with a poor takedown
and McIntyre counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Beton takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Beton misses with a takedown attempt - McIntyre sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sweeney McIntyre has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.
McIntyre scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McIntyre scores with a jab. Beton acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McIntyre throws a right and a left that both miss.
McIntyre fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Beton on the side of the head.
McIntyre stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McIntyre wants it to stay on the feet.
McIntyre was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Beton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Beton drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
McIntyre thumps Beton with a low kick.
Beton fails with a takedown attempt.
McIntyre is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Beton takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Beton tries to score a power double leg takedown but McIntyre sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Beton somewhat.
McIntyre catches Beton with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Beton slips under a jab.
McIntyre ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Beton shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McIntyre as he avoids it easily.
McIntyre was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Beton sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Beton shoots in but no luck this time.
McIntyre ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McIntyre lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
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!
McIntyre sizes up Beton with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Beton is still on wobbly legs! Can McIntyre finish him?
Beton shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McIntyre but McIntyre pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McIntyre lands a nice hook to Beton's body. Beton takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McIntyre pounces like a tiger and cracks Beton with a vicious hook! Beton is down but not out! McIntyre follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Sweeney McIntyre!
Sweeney McIntyre decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: RFL 012 Business-Unz-Gordon
Date: Mar 08, 2017

#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bonanza.
Bonanza looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bonanza shoots in but Foot avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A nice side step and Foot releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Claudemir Bonanza. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Foot stuffs the takedown.
No luck for Bonanza with that takedown attempt.
Foot is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bonanza with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bonanza is defended easily by Foot.
Bonanza has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Bonanza shoots for a double leg takedown but Foot sprawls well. He's pushed Bonanza's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Foot stuffs the takedown.
Foot doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bonanza shoots in for a takedown but Foot shows good takedown defense.
Bonanza fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Foot avoids it really well and circles away.
Foot is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bonanza with a body shot.
Bonanza fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Foot appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Bonanza feints and as Foot raises his hands in defense, Bonanza changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Bonanza stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Foot swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Foot had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bonanza defends it easily.#T2#
Bonanza trying to control the position from guard on top but Foot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Foot is trying to control the position but Bonanza postures up.
Foot being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Foot has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Bonanza doesn't defend quickly enough and Foot has managed to lock this one up! Can Bonanza escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Foot on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Fourth Foot!
Fourth Foot gave a mention to Pitt Nutrition 160Q! 10% Laundry plus fees!!! in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: MMAHelsinki - 101
Date: Mar 05, 2017

#R1#
Beton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Riku counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Beton dives in for a single leg takedown but Riku sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Riku steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Beton shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Riku sprawls well. Riku wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Beton gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jos Beton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beton avoids the body shot from Riku.
Beton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Riku counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Beton avoids the body shot from Riku.
Beton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice takedown defense from Riku. No joy for Beton on that attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Riku counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Riku defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Beton.
Beton fails with a takedown attempt.
Riku feints a counter leg kick.
Beton has his takedown stuffed
and Riku counters with a nice body shot.
Beton is breathing heavily.#T1#
Riku connects with a solid leg kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Beton.
Beton shoots and misses
enabling Riku to counter with a crisp jab.
Beton tries for a takedown but Riku circles away easily
and Riku counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
No luck for Beton with that takedown attempt.
Riku doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Beton with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Riku to score with a decent uppercut.
Beton changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Riku tries to avoid it but Beton manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Riku to the ground. Riku escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Riku dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A shot to the liver by Riku. Beautiful body shot.
Beton with a poor takedown
and Riku cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Riku with a jab.
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!
A left lands for Riku.#ROC2#
Beton is rocked!
Riku pounces like a tiger and cracks Beton with a vicious hook! Beton is down but not out! Riku follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Lazuran Riku!
Lazuran Riku is the new lightweight champion!
Lazuran Riku decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 92
Date: Jan 28, 2017

#R1#
Beton with a poor takedown
and Griffin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Beton tries for a takedown but Griffin circles away easily
and Griffin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Beton looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Griffin is fending him off so far but Beton persists. Nope, Griffin circles away and we're back to standing.
Peter Griffin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jos Beton.#TD2#
Beton feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB2#
Beton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Griffin knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Beton on the ground.
Beton pushing down on Griffin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Griffin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Beton is working away from the top position though.
Griffin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Beton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Beton seems to be working for a kimura but Griffin defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Beton perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Griffin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Beton controlling from the top position.
Beton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Griffin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Beton stands and throws Griffin's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Beton is trying to get an arm triangle but Griffin is defending well. #SUB2#
Beton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Griffin is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Beton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Griffin keeps working. #SUB2#
Beton is trying to get an arm triangle but Griffin is defending well. #SUB2#
Griffin reaches up around Beton's neck trying to control. But Beton takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Griffin! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Griffin is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Beton celebrates the victory with the fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jos Beton!
Jos Beton is the new lightweight champion!
A relieved looking Jos Beton thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Peter Griffin spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll put on a better show next time for you all, mark my words!'.

Event: Bushido 37: Ban Gbus v Karasev
Date: Jan 20, 2017

#R1#
Oliveira scores with a body shot.
Westerberg throws a body punch but Oliveira moves out of range.
Oliveira misses with a lunging right hand
letting Westerberg counter with a right hand.
Oliveira moves into range and connects with a jab.
Westerberg uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oliveira.
It looked like Westerberg was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Westerberg avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oliveira tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Westerberg counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oliveira lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliveira swings widly with a right hand
letting Westerberg counter with a right hand.
Westerberg gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Oliveira throws a lazy right hand but Westerberg sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oliveira scores with the left hand. Westerberg knows he should have avoided that one. #T1#
Oliveira just misses with a punch to the body.
Westerberg staying out of range there.
Oliveira misses with a left hand
and Westerberg counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Oliveira misses with a lunging right hand
and Westerberg counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oliveira throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Westerberg throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Oliveira rushes Westerberg and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Oliveira misses with the head strike.
Westerberg is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Oliveira swings wildly with an uppercut but Westerberg uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oliveira tries a body shot but Westerberg blocks it. #T2#
Oliveira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Westerberg can't find room to land a body shot as Oliveira controls the action.
Westerberg looking to slow down the pace here.
Oliveira misses with some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Westerberg.
The referee calls for Westerberg to work.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Westerberg.
Westerberg blocking some punches.
Westerberg prevents a body shot from Oliveira.
A head punch on the inside from Oliveira fails to land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oliveira throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Oliveira tries to work over Westerberg's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Oliveira being controlled against the cage.
Westerberg has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T3#
Westerberg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Oliveira lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Oliveira is pushing Westerberg up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Westerberg pushes Oliveira back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Oliveira working aggressively here.
Oliveira misses with an elbow over the top.
Westerberg blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Westerberg blocks a body shot from Oliveira.
Westerberg blocks a body shot from Oliveira.
Oliveira lands a hook that snaps the head of Westerberg backwards.
Oliveira has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Westerberg seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Oliveira can turn it around.
Oliveira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Westerberg backwards.
Oliveira lands a nice uppercut.
Oliveira lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Westerberg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Oliveira scores with a shot to the side of Westerberg's head. #T4#
Westerberg tries to throw a body punch but Oliveira avoids it by throwing Westerberg back against the cage.
Oliveira misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Oliveira fails to land.
Westerberg is looking to control Oliveira's arms but Oliveira gets an underhook and turns him. Now Westerberg has his back to the cage.
Westerberg blocking some punches.
Oliveira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Westerberg lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Westerberg lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Oliveira.
Oliveira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Oliveira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Westerberg lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Oliveira throws an elbow but misses.
Westerberg trying to control the position but instead, Oliveira has worked for underhooks and has pushed Westerberg into the cage.
Oliveira misses with a hook from the clinch.
Oliveira misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fernando Oliveira dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Oliveira misses with an uppercut
and Westerberg counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oliveira looks to land a left hand but Westerberg moved out of range nicely.
Oliveira connects with a jab.
Oliveira has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Oliveira swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
Oliveira gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Oliveira misses with a body punch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Westerberg is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Westerberg is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Westerberg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Westerberg's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Oliveira misses with a hook to the ribs.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Oliveira in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Oliveira throws a punch but it's blocked by Westerberg. #T1#
Oliveira lands a nice uppercut.
Oliveira tries to work over Westerberg's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Oliveira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Oliveira.
Westerberg has Oliveira pushed against the cage.
Oliveira tries a body shot but Westerberg blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Westerberg.
A head punch on the inside from Oliveira fails to land.
Westerberg prevents a body shot from Oliveira.
Oliveira tries to throw a body punch but Westerberg avoids it by throwing Oliveira back against the cage.
Westerberg is trying to maintain a safe position but Oliveira gets an underhook and turns Westerberg into the cage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Westerberg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Westerberg stalling the fight.
Oliveira working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Westerberg effectively controlling the action here.
Oliveira lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Westerberg.
Oliveira misses with some punches.
Oliveira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Westerberg's elbow.
Oliveira lands an elbow that stopped Westerberg in his tracks for a moment.
Oliveira lands a left hand.
Oliveira lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oliveira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Westerbergs head.
Westerberg is struggling to control the position.
A short right from Oliveira. #BC#
Westerberg breaks the clinch.
Fernando Oliveira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot lands for Oliveira.#CL2#
Westerberg gets tackled into the cage by Oliveira. Oliveira maintains the clinch.
Oliveira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Westerberg's elbow.
Oliveira content to slow the pace in the clinch. #T3#
Westerberg tries to stall but Oliveira uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Westerberg has Oliveira pushed against the cage.
Oliveira misses with a hook from the clinch.
Westerberg lands a left hand.
Westerberg lands a shoulder strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Oliveira.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Oliveira.
Westerberg blocks an elbow strike.
Oliveira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Oliveira misses with a body punch.
Oliveira misses with an elbow over the top.
Westerberg blocks an uppercut.
Westerberg looking to slow down the pace here.
Westerberg being controlled against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Oliveira fails to land. #T4#
A right hand to the body from Oliveira.
Westerberg gets through Oliveira's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Oliveira tries a body shot but Westerberg blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Westerberg.
Oliveira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Oliveira lands an elbow that stopped Westerberg in his tracks for a moment.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot in the inside from Oliveira.
Westerberg blocks a body shot from Oliveira.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Oliveira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Oliveira lands an uppercut.
Westerberg blocks an elbow strike from Oliveira.
Westerberg controlling the action here for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fernando Oliveira showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Westerberg uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Oliveira.
Oliveira misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Westerberg counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oliveira throws a jab when Westerberg was well out of range.
Westerberg seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Fernando Oliveira seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Oliveira just misses with a punch to the body.
Oliveira throws a body punch but Westerberg moves out of range.
Oliveira misses with an uppercut
and Westerberg counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oliveira. Westerberg does a little dance to reset his feet.
Westerberg throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliveira throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Westerberg stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Oliveira throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oliveira throws a poor cross that misses
and Westerberg counters with a three punch combo that has Oliveira backing up. Oliveira nods at Westerberg to acknowledge the strikes.
A jab lands there for Oliveira.#T1#
Oliveira throws an off balance right hand
and Westerberg counters with a nice uppercut.
Oliveira tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Westerberg was well out of range. Poor timing from Oliveira.
Oliveira moves in looking to clinch but Westerberg pushes him off.
Oliveira misses with a left hand
and Westerberg cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oliveira throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Westerberg on the side of the head.
Oliveira looks to land a combination but Westerberg avoids it well.
Oliveira rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Westerberg counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Westerberg misses with a hook.
Westerberg moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A shot to the body from Oliveira misses
and Westerberg counters with a straight right hand.
Oliveira ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gunnar Westerberg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The fighters circling - Oliveira throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jab, jab by Westerberg - just one landing.
Oliveira throws an overhand right that lands on Westerberg's shoulder, as Westerberg tries to avoid the shot.
Oliveira swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Westerberg connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Westerberg lands a nice hook to Oliveira's body. Oliveira takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Oliveira with a jab.
Westerberg throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oliveira swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Westerberg closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Westerberg jabs Oliveira right on the nose. Oliveira blinks but takes it well.
Westerberg moves out of range of the strikes.
Westerberg on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
Oliveira pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Westerberg misses with a series of wild punches.
A shot to the body from Oliveira misses
and Westerberg counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Oliveira rushes Westerberg and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Fernando Oliveira is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Oliveira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Westerberg misses with the head strike.
Oliveira struggles to land a body shot inside as Westerberg controls his hands.
Oliveira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Westerberg blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Oliveira lands a nice elbow.
Westerberg is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T4#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Westerberg lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oliveira cracks Westerberg with a nice body shot.
Westerberg blocks an uppercut.
Westerberg prevents a body shot from Oliveira.
A short left from Oliveira.
Oliveira lands a nice shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oliveira lands a left hand.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Oliveira just misses with a elbow thrown towards Westerberg's brow.
Oliveira lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Westerberg lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Westerberg stalling against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Gunnar Westerberg.
I think Oliveira 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fernando Oliveira!
Our winner, Fernando Oliveira, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: AMC 008 Le Banner vs Judah
Date: Jan 14, 2017

#R1#
Bonanza shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bonanza takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bonanza goes for a double leg but Foot avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Foot continues to drive forward.
Bonanza on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Foot looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonanza is just out of range.#TD#
Bonanza shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Foot napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB#
Bonanza is working to tighten his grip on Foot's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Foot has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Bonanza is really squeezing tight and eventually Foot passes out! Bonanza breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Claudemir Bonanza!
An out of breath Claudemir Bonanza thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Fourth Foot stepped up to the mic, saying 'I couldnt breath...that bastard was farting nasty...ask the ref !'.

Event: Bushido 34: Aziz vs. Aoki
Date: Dec 29, 2016

#R1#
Westerberg uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Paterson.
Westerberg uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Paterson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Westerberg! But no joy.
Westerberg fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Paterson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Paterson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Champions MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Paterson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Westerberg counters with a one-two to the body.
Paterson just misses with a punch to the body.
Paterson misses the jab.
Paterson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paterson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Westerberg moves away.
Westerberg slips under a jab from Paterson.
Westerberg showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Paterson. #T1#
Paterson throws a lazy right hand but Westerberg sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Paterson misses with a body shot
enabling Westerberg to counter with a crisp jab.
Westerberg misses with a few strikes there.
Paterson is looking to wear down Westerberg with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Paterson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Paterson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Paterson lands an overhand right.
Paterson looks to throw the jab but Westerberg is out of range.
Westerberg throws out a counter right but Paterson avoids it with no problem.
Paterson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Westerberg manages to avoid it.
Paterson misses with a right hand
and Paterson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Paterson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Westerberg manages to avoid it.#T2#
Paterson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Westerberg momentarily. #CL#
Paterson clinches with his opponent.
Paterson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Paterson misses with a punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Paterson throws a head punch that misses.
Paterson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Paterson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Paterson lands a hook that snaps the head of Westerberg backwards.
Westerberg misses with a body punch.
Westerberg trying to control the position but instead, Paterson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Westerberg into the ropes.
Westerberg blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Paterson lands a nice uppercut.
Paterson is looking to control Westerberg's arms but Westerberg gets an underhook and turns him. Now Paterson has his back to the ropes.
Westerberg blocks a body shot from Paterson. #T3#
A short left from Paterson.
Paterson lands a body punch.
Paterson throws a head punch that misses.
Paterson throws a head punch that misses.
Westerberg lands an uppercut.
Paterson lands with a right to the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Paterson as Westerberg tries to tie him up.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Paterson as Westerberg tries to tie him up.
A shot in the inside from Paterson.
Paterson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Paterson misses with some punches.
Paterson misses with a body punch.
Paterson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Paterson.
Paterson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Westerberg backwards. #T4#
Westerberg blocks an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Paterson cracks Westerberg with a nice body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Paterson.
Paterson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Paterson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Paterson avoiding damage.
Paterson lands with a short shot to the head.
Westerberg blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Paterson has a couple of punches blocked by Westerberg.
A right hook to the body lands for Paterson.
Westerberg struggles to land a body shot inside as Paterson controls his hands.
Paterson lands an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Paterson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Westerberg lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Paterson.
Paterson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Louis Paterson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Paterson throws a sloppy body shot
and Westerberg counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Westerberg slips under a jab from Paterson.
Despite the aggression on Westerberg's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Westerberg displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Paterson throws out the jab. #CL#
Paterson moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Westerberg.
Westerberg prevents a body shot from Paterson.
Paterson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Paterson lands with a left to the head.
Paterson misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Westerberg blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Paterson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Westerberg scores with a shot to the side of Paterson's head.
Paterson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Westerberg's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Paterson.
Paterson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Westerberg can do to turn this around?#T1#
Westerberg blocking some punches.
Paterson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Westerberg backwards.
Westerberg makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Paterson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A right hand to the body from Paterson.
Westerberg has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Westerberg dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Westerberg stalling the fight.
Westerberg tries to work over Paterson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Paterson misses with a body punch.
Paterson can't find room to land a body shot as Westerberg controls the action.
Paterson throws a punch but it's blocked by Westerberg.
Louis Paterson has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Westerberg tries to stall but Paterson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Paterson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Paterson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Westerberg blocking some punches.
Westerberg looking to stall. #T2#
The referee is keeping an eye on Westerberg - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Paterson looking to slow down the pace here.
Paterson wants to stall.
Paterson can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.
Westerberg blocks an uppercut.
Paterson just leaning against Westerberg, taking a breather.
Westerberg blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Westerberg taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Paterson misses with a punch on the inside.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Westerberg lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Paterson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Westerberg misses with a hook from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Paterson lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Westerberg has a couple of punches blocked by Paterson.
Paterson trying to control the position but instead, Westerberg has worked for underhooks and has pushed Paterson into the ropes.
A short uppercut from Paterson.
Paterson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Westerberg backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Paterson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Paterson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Westerberg stalling.
Paterson working aggressively here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Westerberg as Paterson tries to tie him up.
Paterson'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.
Paterson lands with a left to the head. #T4#
Paterson struggles to land a body shot inside as Westerberg controls his hands.
Paterson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Paterson can't find room to land a body shot as Westerberg controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Paterson fails to land.
Paterson throws a head punch that misses.
Westerberg throws a punch but it's blocked by Paterson.
Westerberg goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Westerberg throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Paterson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Westerberg's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Paterson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Westerberg blocking some punches.
Westerberg presses Paterson against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Paterson scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Paterson works on Westerberg's body with a couple of short punches.
Westerberg misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Louis Paterson dominated that second round.
That's time! Paterson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Paterson just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Westerberg was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Westerberg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Paterson has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Westerberg swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Paterson.
Paterson misses the body punch
and Westerberg counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Paterson throws a big shot that misses.
It seemed like Westerberg was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A shot to the liver by Paterson. Beautiful body shot.
Westerberg takes a swing at Paterson's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paterson swings widly with a right hand
and Paterson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Westerberg misses with a wild combination. #T1#
Good standup being displayed there by Paterson as he connects with a hook.
Westerberg uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Paterson.
Westerberg misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Paterson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Westerberg stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Westerberg slips a straight right by Paterson.
Westerberg looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Westerberg misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Paterson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Paterson misses with a lunging right hand
and Westerberg counters with a series of strikes. Paterson will be more careful next time no doubt.
Westerberg uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Paterson.#T2#
Westerberg takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Westerberg connects with a crisp jab.
Paterson needs to keep his hands up - Westerberg had a free shot at his head there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Paterson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Westerberg misses with a series of wild punches.
It looked like Paterson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Westerberg.
A swing and a miss from Paterson.
Westerberg misses with a left hand
and Paterson counters with a straight right hand.
Westerberg thows a left - swing and a miss!
Westerberg cracks Paterson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Louis Paterson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Paterson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Westerberg swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gunnar Westerberg is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Westerberg gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Paterson slips a straight right by Westerberg.
Westerberg dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Paterson connects with a jab.
Paterson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Westerberg moves away.
Westerberg steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Paterson.
Westerberg looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Paterson throws a hook to the side of Westerberg's head but Westerberg sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Paterson closes the distance but Westerberg moves to the side
and Westerberg counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4#
Paterson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Paterson moves out of range as Westerberg strikes.
Paterson throws out a loose jab but Westerberg uses good head movement to avoid it.
Westerberg moves away from the strike by Paterson.
Westerberg connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Westerberg swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Paterson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Westerberg takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Paterson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Gunnar Westerberg just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Paterson lands a nice shot to the body.
Westerberg walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Paterson misses with a jab to the body
and Westerberg counters with a nice uppercut.
Paterson misses with a straight right.
Paterson swings for the body but Westerberg moves out of range.
Paterson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Westerberg.
It seemed like Westerberg was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Paterson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Westerberg.
Paterson misses with a body shot. #T1#
Westerberg bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Paterson connects with a single shot there.
Westerberg uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Paterson.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Paterson, as that shot connected.
Paterson connects with a body shot.
Paterson throws a right hand that misses
and Westerberg counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nice body punch from Paterson.
Paterson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Westerberg at a distance.
Paterson misses with a lunging right hand
letting Westerberg counter with a right hand. #T2#
Paterson looks to score with a jab to the body but Westerberg is just out of range.
Westerberg bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Westerberg was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Paterson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Paterson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Westerberg looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Paterson misses with a looping left.
Paterson throws a jab but it's blocked by Westerberg.
Westerberg takes a jab right on the kisser.
Paterson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Paterson swings widly with a right hand
and Westerberg cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Paterson tries to clinch there but Westerberg circles away.
Paterson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Westerberg moves away.
Paterson misses with a right hand
and Westerberg counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Westerberg slips under a jab from Paterson.
Westerberg throws out a counter right but Paterson avoids it with no problem.
Paterson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Westerberg misses with a looping right.
Paterson misses with a jab to the body
and Westerberg counters with a nice body shot.
Paterson misses with a wild body shot.
Paterson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Westerberg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters circling - Paterson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Louis Paterson is winning the standup battle so far.
Paterson misses with a body shot
and Westerberg counters with a left to the body.
Paterson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Westerberg misses with a two punch combination.
Paterson moves out of range as Westerberg strikes.
Paterson throws out a loose jab but Westerberg uses good head movement to avoid it.
Westerberg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Westerberg throws a body punch but Paterson moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Louis Paterson had his way with Gunnar Westerberg in that round.
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!
#R5#
Westerberg takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Paterson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Westerberg was well out of range. Poor timing from Paterson.
Westerberg let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A big right from Paterson misses.
Westerberg looks to score with a jab to the body but Paterson is just out of range.
Paterson tries to clinch there but Westerberg circles away.
Westerberg swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Westerberg pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Paterson throws a sloppy body shot
letting Westerberg counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paterson catches Westerberg with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Paterson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Westerberg sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Paterson throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Westerberg lands a glancing blow to the side of Paterson's head.
Paterson walks into a left hand.
Westerberg waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Paterson.
Westerberg throws a hook but Paterson avoids it easily.
Westerberg waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Paterson.
Westerberg takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Paterson throws a big shot that misses.
Westerberg cracks Paterson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Paterson looks to land a right hand but Westerberg moved out of range.
Gunnar Westerberg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Paterson misses with the combination. #CL#
Paterson has Westerberg up against the ropes in a clinch.
Paterson struggles to land a body shot inside as Westerberg controls his hands.
Paterson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Westerberg tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Paterson's elbow.
Paterson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Westerberg working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Westerberg presses Paterson against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3#
Westerberg working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Westerberg.
Westerberg wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Paterson tries to throw a body punch but Westerberg avoids it by throwing Paterson back against the ropes.
Paterson throws a head punch that misses.
Paterson misses with a body punch.
Paterson taking a breather.
Paterson scores with a hook to the body.
Paterson throws a head punch that misses.
Paterson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Paterson misses with a body punch.
Westerberg trying to stall but Paterson improves his position.
Paterson lands a body punch.
Paterson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Westerberg backwards.
Westerberg works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Paterson swings wildly with an uppercut but Westerberg uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Paterson scores with a hook to the body.
Westerberg is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
A short right from Paterson.
A nice right hand lands inside from Paterson.
A head punch on the inside from Westerberg fails to land.
Westerberg is looking to control Paterson's arms but Paterson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Westerberg has his back to the ropes.
Good body shot from Paterson.
Paterson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Westerberg trying to control the position but instead, Paterson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Westerberg into the ropes.
Westerberg misses with the head strike.
Westerberg works on Paterson's body with a couple of short 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!
Paterson lands a right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Louis Paterson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Paterson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 49:46
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 49:46
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Louis Paterson!
Louis Paterson retains his featherweight title!

Event: MMAHelsinki - 85
Date: Dec 24, 2016

#R1#
Beton checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
McIntyre misses the shot to the body.
McIntyre 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.
Beton misses with a takedown
and McIntyre counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Beton shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McIntyre pinned against the cage. McIntyre gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Good standup being displayed there by McIntyre as he connects with a hook.
Beton fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jos Beton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beton shoots in for a double leg but McIntyre sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McIntyre misses with a right hand #TD#
and Beton counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for McIntyre! #SUB#
Beton wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by McIntyre, who protects the arm well.
Beton has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
McIntyre is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T1#
McIntyre is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Beton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
McIntyre tries to bench press Beton off him but Beton keeps the position. #SUB#
Beton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Beton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Beton thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Beton advances nicely into full mount. #SUB#
Beton working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T2#
McIntyre tries to reverse the position but Beton maintains control.#SUB#
Beton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Beton tries to control but McIntyre wriggling away.
McIntyre is in all sorts of trouble here.
Beton looking to control but McIntyre is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Beton working for a submission but McIntyre is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Beton has control of McIntyre's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and McIntyre regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Beton trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3##SUB#
Beton working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McIntyre tries to lock up and control but Beton gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
McIntyre is trying to escape the mount. #SUB#
Beton is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. McIntyre is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. McIntyre flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Beton anticipates the leg and manages to get behind McIntyre and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Beton slips an arm under McIntyre chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Beton has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Beton is squeezing on McIntyre like an anaconda would it's prey. McIntyre fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jos Beton!
A very excited looking Jos Beton made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 78
Date: Nov 20, 2016

#R1#
Beton stuffs the takedown.
Beton tries to counter with a takedown but Wallace is quick to defend against it.
Beton tries for a takedown but Wallace sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Beton fails with the takedown.
Beton keeps the fight on the outside.
Beton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2#
Wallace takes the fight into the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Wallace throws an elbow but misses.
Beton prevents a takedown attempt there.
Wallace drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Beton gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Jos Beton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lee Wallace.
A head punch on the inside from Wallace fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wallace misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wallace jumps guard but Beton turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Wallace misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Beton.
Beton goes for a takedown attempt but Wallace pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #T1#
Beton fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wallace avoids it really well and circles away.
Wallace fails with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Beton closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Wallace to the mat! Wallace manages to get full guard.
Wallace keeping moving, preventing Beton from controlling successfully.
Beton is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Holding Cell that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Beton is pushing down on Wallace's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wallace is fighting to maintain full guard but Beton has managed to sneak the leg through.
Beton wants to take a breather but Wallace is having none of it.
Wallace won't allow Beton to pass to mount. #T2##SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wallace defends it well.
Beton trying to control from Wallace's half guard. Wallace has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB#
Beton has gone for a leg lock! Wallace slips out almost immediately though and dives into Beton's guard.#REVB#
Beton seems keen to control Wallace's posture.
Wallace content to stall in guard here.
Wallace postures up in Beton's guard and throws a big left but Beton blocks it. #T3#
Wallace stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Beton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wallace landing some decent shots from guard.
Wallace won't allow Beton to get back to his feet.
Wallace working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Wallace content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Beton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Wallace missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Wallace throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Beton works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Beton is looking to stand up but Wallace isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB#
Beton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Wallace gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Wallace makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Wallace wants to control from the top but Beton keeps moving.
Wallace chips away with some ground and pound.
Wallace wants to control from the top but Beton keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wallace is stalling in the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lee Wallace will probably get the nod.
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#
Beton shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Wallace sprawls well. Wallace wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Beton gets slowly back to his feet.
Wallace looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Beton has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#TD#
Beton darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Beton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wallace defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Beton is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Wallace is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jos Beton!
A very excited looking Jos Beton made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Highland Games 219
Date: Nov 17, 2016

#R1#
Bonanza shoots in for a takedown but Michaels shows good takedown defense.
Bonanza looks for a takedown but Michaels sprawls well.
Bonanza shoots in for a double leg but Michaels sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Claudemir Bonanza. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonanza with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Michaels counters by clinching up.
Michaels misses with a punch to the body.
Bonanza changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Michaels fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Michaels scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Michaels is looking to score with low kicks.#TD#
Bonanza changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Michaels looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Michaels struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Bonanza is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Michaels has escaped the position, nice work there.
Michaels is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Bonanza has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T1#
Michaels is trying to control Bonanza's posture but Bonanza avoids it.
Michaels regains half guard there - taking advantage of Bonanza's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Michaels slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bonanza is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Heart Cave (8 elites, 4 double-elites, 1 triple) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Michaels keeping moving, preventing Bonanza from controlling successfully.
Bonanza looking to sit in guard and control but Michaels gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T2#
Michaels looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Bonanza is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Michaels has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Bonanza is proving hard to escape from.
Michaels controls from within his opponent's guard.
Michaels wants to stand but Bonanza has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bonanza is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB#
Bonanza throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Michaels got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bonanza has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Michaels has managed to get both his arms back between Bonanza's legs - danger averted.
Michaels lands a couple of digs.
Michaels would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU2#
Michaels decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Bonanza fails with the takedown.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bonanza shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Michaels as he jumps to the side.
Bonanza walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bonanza fails with a takedown attempt.
Michaels throws a quick inside leg kick. #TD#
Bonanza shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Michaels's guard.
Bonanza stops Michaels from standing up. #SUB#
Bonanza drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Michaels manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Bonanza has Michaels in his guard.#REVB#
Bonanza will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Michaels is looking to stand up but Bonanza won't let him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kristian Michaels dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Michaels turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL2#
Michaels instigates a clinch.
Michaels lands a body punch in the clinch.
Michaels tries to work over Bonanza's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bonanza being controlled against the cage.
Michaels creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Bonanza's defenses.
Bonanza has Michaels pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Michaels manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Michaels works on Bonanza's body with a couple of short punches.
Michaels lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bonanza looking for a takedown.
Michaels lands an elbow inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Michaels on the inside.
Michaels lands an elbow just above Bonanza 's eye.
Nice body punch from Michaels - that landed with a thud.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bonanza is working for takedown but Michaels is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Claudemir Bonanza. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonanza has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Michaels is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Nice elbow from Michaels. #T1##BC2#
Michaels pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Michaels has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Michaels dips to his left and cracks Bonanza with an uppercut!
Bonanza shoots in but no luck this time.
Michaels connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Claudemir Bonanza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Michaels scoring well with a low kick there.
Bonanza tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bonanza on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Michaels. Michaels obviously looking to wear him down.
A nice inside leg kick there by Michaels. That's going to slow Bonanza down.
Bonanza is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bonanza takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Michaels lands with a thumping leg kick.
Michaels slaps away a takedown attempt from Bonanza, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bonanza has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Michaels.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bonanza or perhaps it was just good defense by Michaels, which made it look bad. #T2#
Bonanza checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Michaels wants to slow Bonanza down by chopping away at his legs.
Bonanza closes this distance looking for a takedown but Michaels circles away.#CL2#
Michaels gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Michaels's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Michaels thumps Bonanza with a low kick.#CL2#
Michaels takes the fight into the clinch.
Bonanza takes a shot to the head.
Still in the clinch, Michaels scores with a nice short uppercut.
Michaels scores with a hook to the body.
A short left from Michaels.
Michaels can't find room to land a body shot as Bonanza controls the action.
Bonanza looking for a takedown.
Michaels stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bonanza wants a takedown. #T3#
A right hand to the body from Michaels.
Michaels dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A hook to the body from Michaels.
Michaels manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Bonanza blocks a body shot from Michaels.
Michaels scores with a shot to the side of Bonanza's head.
Michaels goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bonanza is looking to take this one to the mat.
Michaels works on Bonanza's body with a couple of short punches.
A bit of stalling here from Michaels.
Michaels works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Michaels is working Bonanza over against the cage.
Michaels lands an elbow inside that Bonanza shrugs off.
Michaels lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Michaels makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Michaels lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Michaels stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Michaels breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Michaels lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Michaels leaves Bonanza with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Michaels defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bonanza.
Bonanza takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kristian Michaels is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That kick from Michaels tenderised Bonanza's leg. Bonanza is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL2#
Michaels instigates a clinch.
Bonanza is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Michaels is defending well.
Michaels scores with a nice hook to the head.
Michaels stalling in the clinch.
Michaels is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bonanza is keeping busy.
Michaels lands a shot to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Michaels. #TD#
Bonanza gets a trip takedown into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kristian Michaels showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Bonanza's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bonanza shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Michaels as he jumps to the side.
Kristian Michaels seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Michaels lands a slapping body shot.
Bonanza changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Michaels tries to avoid it but Bonanza manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Michaels to the ground. Michaels escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Michaels scores with a jab to the jaw.
Michaels stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Michaels wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Claudemir Bonanza. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Michaels closes the distance and clinches.
Michaels comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Bonanza looking for a takedown.
Bonanza is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Michaels gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Michaels slows down the pace here.
Good body shot from Michaels.
Michaels works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC2#
Michaels breaks the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Bonanza has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Michaels.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Michaels, right into the meat.
Michaels lands with a nice body punch.
Bonanza's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Michaels connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bonanza scrambles back to his feet.
Michaels connects with a body shot that sends Bonanza's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Michaels closes the distance and pushes Bonanza back into the cage.
Michaels lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #BC2#
Michaels breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Michaels cracks Bonanza with a right hand to the side of the head.
Michaels tests Bonanza's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonanza tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Michaels moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Michaels connects with a body shot.#CL2#
Michaels darts in and clinches Bonanza up against the cage.#T2#
Michaels presses Bonanza against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bonanza has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Michaels is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Good body shot from Michaels.
Michaels lands with a left to the head.
Michaels cracks Bonanza with a nice body shot.
Bonanza is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Michaels digs a right hand into Bonanza's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bonanza's gas tank.
A nice right hand lands inside from Michaels.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Michaels takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Nice elbow from Michaels.
Bonanza is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Michaels presses Bonanza against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Michaels comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A hook to the body from Michaels.
Michaels stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Michaels cracks Bonanza with a nice body shot.#T3#
Bonanza is looking to take this one to the mat.
Michaels scores with a shoulder strike.
Michaels slows down the pace here.
Michaels lands a body punch in the clinch.
Michaels lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2#
Michaels's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Michaels scores with a body shot.
Bonanza closes this distance looking for a takedown but Michaels circles away.
Michaels lands a nice shot to the body.
Michaels throws a right and a left that Bonanza avoids nicely. #CL2#
Michaels clinches with his opponent.
Michaels lands a nice uppercut.
Michaels cracks Bonanza with a nice body shot.
Michaels leaning against his opponent.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Michaels.#T4#
Michaels gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Michaels avoiding damage.
Michaels gets underhooks to prevent Bonanza's takedown attempt.
Michaels throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Good body shot from Michaels.
Michaels lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bonanza or not.
Michaels scores with a hook to the body.
Michaels lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bonanza takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#
It looks like Claudemir Bonanza has been cut.
Michaels cracks Bonanza with a nice body shot.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Michaels.
A short uppercut from Michaels.
Michaels is working Bonanza over against the cage.
Michaels lands a nice shot to the body.
Michaels is stalling here.
Claudemir Bonanza has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#BC2#
Michaels breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 25:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 25:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kristian Michaels!
Our winner, Kristian Michaels, 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.

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