Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: HFC Challengers 92
Date: Apr 16, 2017

#R1##CL#
Catchmaer fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Goodman, pushing him back against the cage.
Catchmaer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Catchmaer is pushing Goodman up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Goodman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Catchmaer misses with the head strike.
Catchmaer working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Catchmaer misses with some punches.
A short left from Catchmaer.
Goodman wants a takedown but no success here.
Catchmaer with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Catchmaer throws a head punch that misses.
Goodman can't get the takedown.
Gabryel Catchmaer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catchmaer avoids the elbow strike from Goodman, against the cage.
Goodman lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Catchmaer.
Catchmaer throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Goodman blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch.
Catchmaer throws an overhand right that lands on Goodman's shoulder, as Goodman tries to avoid the shot.
Goodman throws a wild body kick that Catchmaer sees coming a mile off.#CL2#
Goodman moves into the clinch.#T1#
Goodman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Goodman is working for takedown but Catchmaer is calmly controlling the position for now.
A short left from Catchmaer. #BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
Catchmaer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Catchmaer throws an overhand right that lands on Goodman's shoulder, as Goodman tries to avoid the shot.
Goodman takes one on the button.
Catchmaer misses with a few strikes there.
Goodman throws a body shot but no joy.
Goodman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Catchmaer is fending him off so far but Goodman persists. Nope, Catchmaer circles away and we're back to standing.
Catchmaer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Catchmaer throws the left hand but Goodman avoids the punch easily.
Goodman throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Goodman.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goodman wants to control but Catchmaer is keeping him busy.
Catchmaer manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Catchmaer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Catchmaer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Catchmaer throwing shots but Goodman is blocking nicely.
Catchmaer missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catchmaer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The fighters are battling for position here. Goodman manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Goodman is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Catchmaer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goodman is trying to keep Catchmaer in close.
Goodman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catchmaer is one step ahead there.
Catchmaer has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Catchmaer lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Catchmaer won't allow Goodman to sweep him here.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Catchmaer distracts Goodman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Goodman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Catchmaer tries to free his leg and advance position but Goodman is retaining full guard.
Catchmaer postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Goodman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Goodman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catchmaer is one step ahead there.
Catchmaer is fighting to break Goodman's control of his arms but Goodman is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Catchmaer is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Goodman throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer stays in close to Goodman's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Goodman has his foot on Catchmaer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Catchmaer works his way back into a safe position though.
Catchmaer postures up. #SUB2#
Goodman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Catchmaer postures up in Goodman's guard and throws a big left but Goodman blocks it.
Goodman is trying to control the position but Catchmaer postures up.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Catchmaer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabryel Catchmaer dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Goodman defending well as Catchmaer loads up on a big left hand.
Goodman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Catchmaer defends well and Goodman ends up having to push Catchmaer into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Catchmaer moves out of range of the body kick.#TD2#
Goodman feints and as Catchmaer raises his hands in defense, Goodman changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Goodman trying to control but Catchmaer is working from the bottom.
Goodman has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Catchmaer is proving hard to escape from.
Goodman advances position into side control!
Goodman working away.
Catchmaer is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Goodman is looking to take a break and control but Catchmaer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catchmaer is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Goodman cracks Catchmaer with a big elbow.
Goodman prevents Catchmaer from escaping the position.
You can see the frustration on Catchmaer's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Catchmaer is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Goodman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Catchmaer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SU2#
Goodman stands up and we're back to a striking position.
A jab from Catchmaer finds it's way through Goodman's defenses.
Goodman scores with a head kick.
John Goodman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Catchmaer throws a looping overhand right but Goodman ducks down to avoid it.
Goodman takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Goodman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Catchmaer here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Catchmaer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Goodman doesn't seem bothered though.
Catchmaer lands a body shot. #T2#
Goodman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Goodman looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Catchmaer manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Goodman keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Catchmaer prevents a takedown attempt there.
Catchmaer swings wildly with an uppercut but Goodman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Catchmaer throws a head punch that misses.
Goodman misses with the head strike.
Catchmaer scores with a shoulder strike.
Catchmaer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Catchmaer creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Goodman has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Catchmaer avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gabryel Catchmaer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Catchmaer misses with some punches.
Goodman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Catchmaer is defending well for now.
Gabryel Catchmaer has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Catchmaer prevents a takedown attempt there.
Goodman tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Catchmaer avoids it.#T3#
Catchmaer pushes off an throws an elbow but Goodman leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Catchmaer throws a punch but it's blocked by Goodman.
Catchmaer gets underhooks to prevent Goodman's takedown attempt.
Catchmaer throws an elbow but it misses. #BC#
Catchmaer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goodman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Catchmaer's waist but Catchmaer gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Goodman off to one side.
Catchmaer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Catchmaer as Goodman shoots in.#CL2#
Goodman drives through and clinches with Catchmaer against the cage. #BC2#
Goodman manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from Catchmaer.
Catchmaer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Goodman ducks under a wild hook from Catchmaer.
Catchmaer will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Goodman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Catchmaer misses with a looping left.
Goodman shoots in looking for a takedown but Catchmaer manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Goodman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Goodman drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Goodman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Catchmaer finds it's way round the side to connect with Goodman's head.
Catchmaer is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goodman moves in looking to clinch but Catchmaer pushes him off.
Goodman lands with a straight right. Catchmaer didn't see that one coming.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown but Catchmaer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Goodman is breathing heavily.
Catchmaer jabs at Goodman's body.
Goodman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Catchmaer looks to land a right hand but Goodman moved out of range.#CL#
Catchmaer rushes Goodman and presses him up against the cage.
Goodman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Catchmaer is working Goodman over against the cage.
Catchmaer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short uppercut from Catchmaer.
A short body shot lands from Catchmaer as the two fighters clinch.
Goodman is trying to force a seperation but Catchmaer has the dominant position.
Goodman wants to get back to striking at distance but Catchmaer won't allow it.
Goodman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Catchmaer prevents a takedown attempt there.
Catchmaer looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Catchmaer gets underhooks to prevent Goodman's takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabryel Catchmaer dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Catchmaer throws a nice looking combination but Goodman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2#
Goodman looking to score a takedown here. Catchmaer is defending well but Goodman drives through and ends up in Catchmaer's guard.
Goodman won't allow Catchmaer to sweep him here.
Catchmaer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Goodman can do to turn this around?
Catchmaer working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Goodman.
Catchmaer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Goodman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Catchmaer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goodman is keeping the position for now.
Catchmaer wants to control from the top but Goodman keeps moving.
Catchmaer working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman is trying to control the position but Catchmaer postures up.
Goodman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Catchmaer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Catchmaer trying to hold on to Goodman's head to control him but Goodman postures up.
Catchmaer wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Goodman 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. #SU2#
Goodman escapes and gets back to his feet.
Catchmaer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Goodman tries for a takedown but Catchmaer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Goodman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
John Goodman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catchmaer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD2#
Catchmaer gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T2#
Goodman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Goodman scoring with some ground and pound.
Goodman prevents Catchmaer from getting back to his feet.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Catchmaer keeps moving. #SUB2#
Goodman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Catchmaer manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Goodman has Catchmaer in his guard.#REVR#
Catchmaer is working Goodman over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Catchmaer scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Catchmaer thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Goodman will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #T3#
Goodman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Catchmaer is stalling in the full guard.
Goodman has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Catchmaer trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catchmaer wants to pass the guard but Goodman is keeping the position.
Goodman is looking to sweep but instead, Catchmaer has passed into half guard.
Goodman is trying to stand.
Goodman is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Catchmaer's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Catchmaer's back!
Catchmaer tries to break free. #T4##SUB2#
Goodman is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Goodman loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Catchmaer hold on?
Catchmaer trying to control the hands but Goodman won't let him.
Gabryel Catchmaer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Goodman looking for the RNC.
Catchmaer covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Goodman trying to control momentarily.
Catchmaer is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Catchmaer is really stuck here.
Goodman just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
John Goodman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
John Goodman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Goodman is not going to allow Catchmaer to sit and survive in this position.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to John Goodman.
I think Catchmaer 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: MMANIAK 27 Mankowski/Firetribe
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
Firetribe lunges at Mankowski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mankowski's hand.
Firetribe scores with a kick to the midsection.
Mankowski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Firetribe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Firetribe misses with a body kick.
Firetribe scores with a nice body kick.
Firetribe looks for the body kick but Mankowski saw that one coming.
Mankowski on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice body kick from Firetribe.
Firetribe lands with a nice body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Mankowski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Mankowski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Firetribe lands a hook to the side of the head.
Firetribe missing with knees to the body.
Mankowski changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Firetribe fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Firetribe throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Firetribe lands with a nice body kick.
Mankowski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Firetribe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mankowski shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Firetribe but Firetribe pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2#
Mankowski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Borys Mankowski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Firetribe. Mankowski shrugs it off though.
Firetribe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Firetribe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mankowskis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Firetribe throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Firetribe looks to land a body kick but Mankowski moved away.
Mankowski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mankowski feinted with a counter takedown.
Firetribe cracks Mankowski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Firetribe plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
An inside leg kick lands from Firetribe. #T3#
Mankowski takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Firetribe looks to score with a jab to the body but Mankowski is just out of range.
Firetribe connects with a solid leg kick.
Brother Firetribe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Firetribe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Mankowski will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Firetribe scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Firetribe feints and then cracks Mankowski's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mankowski down.
Mankowski will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Firetribe connects with a body shot.
Firetribe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Firetribe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mankowski moves away.#T4#
Mankowski takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Firetribe scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
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!#CL2#
Firetribe moves into range and clinches up with Mankowski.
Firetribe throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Firetribe lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Firetribe tries a knee to the head but Mankowski blocks it.
Firetribe is pressed up against the cage. Mankowski has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Firetribe down to the mat. Firetribe avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Firetribe with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mankowski shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Firetribe defends it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brother Firetribe dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Mankowski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Firetribe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mankowski scrambles back to his feet.
Firetribe connects with a nice looking jab.
Firetribe stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mankowski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Firetribe tries to avoid it but Mankowski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Firetribe to the ground. Firetribe escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Firetribe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good leg kick by Firetribe there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Firetribe bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Firetribe misses with the combination.
Mankowski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Firetribe sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Mankowski gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Firetribe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice body punch from Firetribe.
Firetribe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Firetribe looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Firetribe scores with a jab to the jaw.
The fight stays on the outside here - Firetribe looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mankowski appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
Nice sprawl there from Firetribe as Mankowski shoots in.
Firetribe keeps Mankowski at a distance using the push kick.
Firetribe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Firetribe connects with the punch.
Firetribe fakes the leg kick and cracks Mankowski in the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Donk. Firetribe catches Mankowski right on the button with a cross.
Firetribe lands a nice shot that snaps Mankowski's head back.
Mankowski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Firetribe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Brother Firetribe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Firetribe scores with a punch to the head.#T3#
Firetribe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mankowski at a distance.
Mankowski doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Firetribe counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Firetribe.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Borys Mankowski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Firetribe looks to throw an elbow but misses.
The referee calls for Firetribe to work.
Firetribe trying to land knees to the body.
Firetribe makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Firetribe pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Firetribe pushes Mankowski back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Firetribe throws a knee to the head but misses.
Firetribe tries a body shot but Mankowski blocks it. #T4#
Mankowski is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Firetribe pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Firetribe lands an elbow that stopped Mankowski in his tracks for a moment.
Firetribe utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Firetribe is working Mankowski over against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Firetribe creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Mankowski's defenses.
Mankowski is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Firetribe lands an elbow inside.
Firetribe lands an elbow just above Mankowski 's eye.
Come on Firetribe - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Firetribe controlling the action here for a moment.
Firetribe lands a damaging elbow.
Nice body punch from Firetribe - that landed with a thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brother Firetribe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Mankowski takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Firetribe ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mankowski steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Firetribe. That one must have hurt.
Firetribe lands a nice looking body shot.
Firetribe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Firetribe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mankowski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Firetribe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Firetribe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Firetribe thuds his shin into the meat of Mankowski's side.
Firetribe throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Firetribe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mankowski's head backwards.
Mankowski looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Firetribe throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Mankowski counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Firetribe manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Mankowski keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Firetribe lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
A short right from Firetribe.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Firetribe scores a nice knee to the body.
A body shot lands from Firetribe.
A short uppercut from Firetribe.
Knees to the body from Firetribe.
Firetribe holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Firetribe softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mankowski letting Firetribe take a breather here.#T2#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Firetribe lands a shoulder strike.
Firetribe lands a body shot in the clinch.
Firetribe lands a body punch.
Firetribe stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Mankowski takes an elbow to the forehead.
Mankowski takes an elbow to the temple.
Firetribe lands a shot to the body.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Firetribe displaying some good clinch control by pressing Mankowski up against the cage.
Good body shot from Firetribe. #T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Firetribe.
Brother Firetribe seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Mankowski takes a knee right on the jaw!
Firetribe lands an elbow that stopped Mankowski in his tracks for a moment.
Firetribe is stalling here.
Firetribe tries a body shot but Mankowski blocks it.
Mankowski takes an elbow to the forehead.
Firetribe lands with a light punch inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Firetribe.
Firetribe lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mankowski backwards.
Firetribe lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mankowski backwards.
Mankowski has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Firetribe avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Firetribe lands a knee to the body. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Knees to the body from Firetribe.
Firetribe presses Mankowski against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Firetribe has Mankowski pressed against the cage.
Firetribe lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Firetribe lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mankowski backwards.
Mankowski looking for a takedown.
Firetribe using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Mankowski has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Firetribe avoiding damage.
Firetribe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Firetribe lands a nice elbow.
Firetribe has Mankowski pushed against the cage.
Firetribe works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brother Firetribe really dominated that round.
That's time! Mankowski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Firetribe lands a nice hook to Mankowski's body. Mankowski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Firetribe throws a sloppy head kick and Mankowski moves out of range easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Firetribe.
Firetribe connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Firetribe throws a sloppy head kick and Mankowski moves out of range easily.
Brother Firetribe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Firetribe throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
so Mankowski counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB#
Mankowski drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Firetribe dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Firetribe is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Firetribe is continuing to stall.
Mankowski throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #T1##SU2#
Mankowski is working an open guard so Firetribe takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Firetribe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mankowski changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Firetribe scores with a leg kick.
Firetribe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Firetribe tries to clinch there but Mankowski circles away.
Mankowski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Firetribe sprawls and moves away.
Firetribe connects with a solid leg kick.
Mankowski chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Firetribe can pounce on him.
Mankowski has his takedown stuffed
and Mankowski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Firetribe.
Firetribe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mankowski.
Mankowski avoids the head kick by Firetribe.
Firetribe throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Mankowski's head.
Firetribe throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mankowski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Firetribe stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#ROC2#
Mankowski is rocked!
Mankowski tries to move into range but Firetribe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Oh Mankowski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mankowski tries to score a power double leg takedown but Firetribe sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mankowski somewhat.#T3#
Firetribe cracks Mankowski with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Firetribe slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Firetribe lands a leg kick that knocks Mankowski off balance momentarily.
Firetribe cracks Mankowski with an open hand slap.
Firetribe drops Mankowski with a naaaaasty hook - Mankowski is in real trouble here! Firetribe dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brother Firetribe!
A relieved looking Brother Firetribe thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: VFA 9
Date: Mar 25, 2017

#R1#
Wicked misses the jab.
Wicked lands a head kick. Beijer smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT#
It looks like Hans Beijer has been cut.#CL#
Beijer gets tackled into the cage by Wicked. Wicked maintains the clinch.
Wicked misses with a hook from the clinch.
Beijer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Wicked takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Wicked misses with a short punch on the inside.
Beijer lands with a left to the head.
Beijer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wicked blocks an uppercut.
Beijer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Beijer is trying to drag Wicked to the mat but Wicked just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wicked.
Wicked gets through Beijer's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Beijer misses with some punches.
Wicked lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Beijer fails to land.
Wicked makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Wicked pushes Beijer back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T1#
Wicked lands with a light punch inside.
Wicked working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wicked lands a left hand.
Wicked throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Beijer has a couple of punches blocked by Wicked.
Wicked misses with a punch on the inside.
Wicked gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Beijer.
Wicked tries to throw a body punch but Beijer avoids it by throwing Wicked back against the cage.
Beijer tries to score a body lock takedown but Wicked shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Shezzo Wicked has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hans Beijer.
Wicked working aggressively here.
Wicked misses with a punch on the inside.
Beijer lands a right hand.
Beijer lands a nice uppercut.
Beijer is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wicked is defending well.
Beijer tries for a takedown but Wicked manages to get underhooks.
Wicked lands a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, Wicked scores with a nice short uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short body shot lands from Wicked as the two fighters clinch.
Beijer looks winded!
Wicked lands with a short shot to the head.
Wicked lands a body shot in the clinch. #T2#
Beijer takes a shot to the head.
Beijer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wicked tries a knee to the head but Beijer blocks it.
A short uppercut from Wicked.
Wicked throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Beijers head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Wicked. #CUT#
That has opened up Hans Beijer's cut even more.
Wicked has a couple of punches blocked by Beijer.
Wicked lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Beijer changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wicked fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL#
Wicked pushes Beijer up against the cage in a clinch.
Wicked blocking some punches.
Beijer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wicked lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wicked pushes Beijer back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wicked lands with a right to the head. #CUT#
The cut above Hans Beijer's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Wicked presses Beijer against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Beijer can't find room to land a body shot as Wicked controls the action.
Wicked lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Beijer lands a left hand. #T3#
Beijer drops down looking for an ankle pick but Wicked pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL#
Wicked instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Beijer gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Wicked tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wicked not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Beijer preventing the sweep.
Wicked lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Wicked tries to free his leg and advance position but Beijer is retaining full guard. #SU#
Wicked decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Wicked moves out of range as Beijer strikes.
Beijer misses the shot to the body.
Beijer avoids a kick to the body. #T4#
Beijer throws a hook but Wicked blocks it.
Wicked tried to counter with a leg kick but Beijer avoided it.
Shezzo Wicked seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wicked tries to clinch but Beijer moves out of range.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Beijer has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wicked stuns Beijer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Wicked feints and then cracks Beijer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Beijer down. #CL#
Wicked has managed to clinch.
Wicked tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wicked looking to stall.
A nice right hand lands inside from Beijer.
Wicked lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Beijer.
Wicked looking to stall.
Beijer lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wicked lands a shoulder strike. #CUT#
Hans Beijer's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Nice body punch from Beijer - that landed with a thud.
Wicked lands with a right to the head.
Beijer blocks an uppercut.
Wicked scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shezzo Wicked dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hans Beijer's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Beijer misses with an attempted mid kick.
Beijer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wicked was well out of range. Poor timing from Beijer.
Beijer misses with a straight left.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Wicked here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
A thudding body kick lands there by Beijer!
Beijer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wicked avoids the body shot from Beijer.
Wicked ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Beijer throws a looping overhand right but Wicked ducks down to avoid it.
Wicked takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #CL#
Beijer tries to keep at a distance but Wicked has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short uppercut from Wicked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beijer is working for takedown but Wicked is calmly controlling the position for now.
The referee is keeping an eye on Wicked - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Wicked lands a hook that snaps the head of Beijer backwards.
Beijer misses with a punch on the inside.
Wicked lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Beijer backwards.
Wicked lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.

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

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

Event: HFC 304 Fame vs Wade II
Date: Mar 11, 2017

#R1#
Dollar is looking to clinch but Goodman is avoiding it.
Dollar tries to close the distance and clinch but Goodman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Dollar forces Goodman back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Dollar gets control of Goodman's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dollar will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Goodman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Goodman with a nice head shot there.
Goodman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dollar is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Dollar looking to control.
Goodman won't allow Dollar to sweep him here.
Goodman postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman connects with a couple of short punches.
Dollar can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Goodman controls the pace.
Goodman wants to get up but he can't break Dollar's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Dollar is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Goodman won't allow Dollar to get back to his feet. #T1#
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Dollar throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Dollar is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Dollar keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dollar tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Goodman lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Goodman shoots in but Dollar avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Goodman pushes Dollar up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
Goodman closes the distance and clinches up with Dollar, looking for a takedown. Goodman pushes Dollar against the cage but Dollar circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dollar changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dollar tries to clinch up.
A leg kick checked by Dollar.
Dollar attempts a counter takedown but Goodman avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Goodman gets tackled into the cage by Dollar. Dollar maintains the clinch. #T2#
Goodman blocks the elbow strike.
Dollar throws an elbow that misses. #BC2#
Goodman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dollar fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Dollar instigates a clinch.
Dollar missing with knees to the body.
I was talking to Dollar's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Goodman dodges an elbow strike from Dollar.
Goodman is trying to drag Dollar to the mat but Dollar just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Diamond Dollar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Dollar looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Goodman goes for a takedown attempt but Dollar pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Goodman throws a head kick that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dollar moves in looking to clinch but Goodman pushes him off.
A nice leg kick lands there from Goodman. #CL#
Dollar instigates a clinch.
Goodman wants to break the clinch but can't.
Goodman gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dollar. #BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Goodman misses with a double jab.
Dollar swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dollar has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Goodman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Goodman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dollar's waist but Dollar gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Goodman off to one side.
Goodman tries to bum rush Dollar with a series of wild strikes but Dollar uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dollar is looking to clinch. #CL#
Dollar instigates a clinch.
Dollar lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#
It looks like John Goodman has been cut.#BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Goodman darts in and clinches Dollar up against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Dollar. #BC2#
Goodman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Dollar closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Goodman's guard.
Goodman wants to get back to his feet but Dollar passes into half guard. #REVB#
Dollar passes into side control, despite Goodman's attempt to control the position. #T4#
Goodman can't do much from the bottom here.
Dollar gets to mount! Goodman was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Dollar controlling from the full mount.
Goodman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Goodman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dollar landing strikes, looking to finish!
Dollar trying to control but Goodman is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Goodman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Diamond Dollar will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on John Goodman's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Goodman tries a head kick but it misses.
Dollar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
As Goodman looks to move away, Dollar throws a big counter combo but Goodman just gets out of the way.#CL#
Dollar closes the distance and pushes Goodman back into the cage.
Goodman avoids a wild elbow strike from Dollar.
Dollar pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Goodman wants a takedown.
Goodman is working for takedown but Dollar is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dollar on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Dollar misses with an elbow over the top.
Dollar throws an elbow but it's blocked. #BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Dollar has Goodman up against the cage in a clinch.
Goodman creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman takes an elbow to the temple.
Diamond Dollar has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dollar lands an elbow inside.
Goodman wants a takedown.
Diamond Dollar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Goodman blocks the elbow strike.
Dollar lands a damaging elbow. #BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Dollar shoots in but Goodman avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Goodman feints and then cracks Dollar's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dollar down. #TD2#
Goodman drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Dollar is controlling Goodman's posture.
Dollar tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SU2#
Goodman stands up and waves to Dollar to follow him. #CL2#
Goodman clinches up with Dollar and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
Dollar darts in looking for a takedown but Goodman gets double underhooks and turns Dollar into the cage.
Dollar tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Goodman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dollar dives in and grabs Goodman's left leg, looking for a takedown. Goodman pushes down on Dollar's head and hops out.
Dollar misses with a looping left.#T2#
Goodman darts in looking for a takedown but Dollar gets double underhooks and turns Goodman into the cage. #CL2#
Goodman moves into range and clinches up with Dollar.
Goodman blocks an elbow strike from Dollar.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dollar is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Goodman is defending well for now.#BC2#
Goodman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
Goodman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Dollar looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Goodman is trying to control. Dollar wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Well, if Goodman 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.
Goodman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Goodman is thwarting Dollar's attempts to control the position.#T3##SUB2#
Goodman is trying to work for a kimura but Dollar is defending well.
Dollar is doing well to control the position and prevent Goodman from advancing to side control.
Well, if Goodman 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.
Dollar is looking to control Goodman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dollar avoid being mounted?
Goodman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dollar wants to control but Goodman is keeping busy.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Goodman trying to control from Dollar's half guard. Dollar has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Dollar is trying to control the position but Goodman postures up.
Dollar wants to sweep here but Goodman controlling him for the moment.
Goodman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Goodman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dollar has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dollar stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Dollar wants it to stay on the feet.
Dollar tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Goodman defends well and Dollar ends up having to push Goodman into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but John Goodman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on John Goodman's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Goodman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dollar as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Goodman rushes Dollar and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Goodman wants to break the clinch but can't.
Goodman is working for takedown but Dollar is calmly controlling the position for now.
Goodman looking for a takedown.
Diamond Dollar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.#BC2#
Goodman manages to break the clinch.
John Goodman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Goodman shoots in looking for a takedown. Dollar tries to sprawl out of it but Goodman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dollar manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dollar connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dollar tries to clinch but Goodman is having none of it.
Dollar tries to clinch up.
Goodman keeps the fight on the outside.
Goodman swats away the attempt to clinch by Dollar.#T1#
Goodman misses with a takedown attempt - Dollar sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
John Goodman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goodman throws a series of punches but Dollar avoids them all with ease.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown but Dollar shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Goodman has taken the fight to the clinch.
Goodman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dollar is defending well for now.
Goodman wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Goodman goes for a takedown attempt but Dollar pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Goodman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
Dollar has managed to clinch.
Goodman looking for a takedown.
Dollar fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Goodman breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Dollar dives in and scores a takedown into Goodman's guard.#ES2#
Goodman has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Dollar is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goodman blocks an elbow strike from Dollar. #T2#
Goodman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Goodman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Dollar fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL#
Dollar moves into the clinch.
Goodman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dollar is defending well for now.
Goodman wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dollar lands an elbow inside.
Goodman is working for takedown but Dollar is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dollar looking to stall. #BC2#
Goodman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dollar tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Goodman is defended easily by Dollar.#T3#
A leg kick checked by Dollar.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dollar but Dollar pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Goodman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#CL#
Dollar gets a clinch. #BC2#
Goodman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD#
Dollar looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Goodman trying to hold on to Dollar's head to control him but Dollar postures up.
Dollar takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Dollar is keen to just control but Goodman is a slippery customer.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Dollar lands a nice short elbow.
Dollar wants to stand up but Goodman has a hold of him and won't allow it. #T4#
Goodman tries to kick Dollar off but Dollar keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Dollar is working for a kimura but Goodman is defending it quite comfortably.
Dollar is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Diamond Dollar overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Goodman is doing well to control the position and prevent Dollar from advancing to side control.
Dollar wants to take a breather but Goodman is having none of it.
Goodman tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Dollar has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Goodman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Diamond Dollar showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dollar 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 29:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: MMANIAK 23
Date: Mar 11, 2017

#R1#
Mendez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Firetribe defends it nicely.#CL#
Firetribe has taken the fight to the clinch.
Firetribe is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Firetribe unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Firetribe lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Mendez is trying to drag Firetribe to the mat but Firetribe just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Firetribe unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Mendez looks winded!
Firetribe effectively controlling the action here.
Firetribe putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Mendez in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#T1#
Firetribe comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Firetribe landing knees to the head.
Firetribe lands a good knee to the midsection. Mendez won't want to take too many of those.
Firetribe is working Mendez over against the cage.
Firetribe connects with a nasty looking knee right to Mendez's face.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Firetribe slowing the pace effectively.
A body shot lands from Firetribe.
Firetribe avoiding damage.
Mendez takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT#
It looks like Tiago Mendez has been cut.
A nice left hand lands by Firetribe.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Firetribe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Firetribe stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Firetribe creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Mendez's defenses. #T2#
Firetribe content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Firetribe.
Firetribe lands a hook to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Firetribe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Firetribe lands with a short punch from the clinch. #ROC#
Mendez is rocked!#TD2#
Mendez jumps guard.
Mendez is still in real trouble! Can Firetribe finish him?#SUB2#
Mendez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mendez seems to have recovered his senses.#SU#
Firetribe gets to his feet. Mendez looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Firetribe scores with a jab to the body.
Firetribe dodges the punch combination from Mendez.
A left lands for Firetribe.#T3#
Firetribe lands a jab to the head.
Brother Firetribe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Mendez pushes Firetribe up against the cage in a clinch.
Firetribe lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Firetribe - that landed with a thud.
Firetribe pressing his opponent against the cage.
Firetribe working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mendez letting Firetribe take a breather here.
Firetribe lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Firetribe effectively controlling the action here.
Firetribe prevents a takedown attempt there.
Brother Firetribe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tiago Mendez.
Firetribe lands a body shot. #T4#
Firetribe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mendez takes an elbow to the forehead.
Firetribe lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mendez or not.
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!
Firetribe lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Firetribe lands a damaging elbow. #KD#
Firetribe drops Mendez with a big knee straight up the middle! Mendez is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
Mendez circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Firetribe. Mendez falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Firetribe!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brother Firetribe!
A very excited looking Brother Firetribe 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: VFA 5
Date: Feb 25, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Wettin is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Wicked's half guard.
Wettin is keen to just control but Wicked is a slippery customer.
Wettin missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Wettin has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Wettin stops Wicked from getting back to his feet.
Wicked trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Wettin postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Wicked looks a forlorn figure.
Wicked is in a horrible position here. Wettin smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Wettin controlling his opponent.
Wicked wants to control but Wettin is having none of it.
Wicked wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here. #T1#
Wettin working the ground and pound effectively.
Wettin is landing with some decent strikes but Wicked is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Wettin postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Wicked in real trouble here! The ref calls for Wicked to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zod Wettin!

Event: MMANIAK 20 Vilenius/Sullivan
Date: Feb 18, 2017

#R1#
Firetribe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hamidovich Saitiev.
Hamidovich Saitiev misses with a hook #CL#
and Firetribe counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Hamidovich Saitiev jumps guard but Firetribe turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Firetribe lands a hook to the side of the head.
Firetribe lands a hook that snaps the head of Hamidovich Saitiev backwards.
Hamidovich Saitiev wants a takedown but no success here.
Firetribe landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Hamidovich Saitiev fails to pull guard.
Brother Firetribe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Buvaisar Hamidovich Saitiev.
Firetribe avoiding damage.
Hamidovich Saitiev tries to pull guard but Firetribe forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Firetribe lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hamidovich Saitiev tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Firetribe just stands there and leans against the cage.
Firetribe digs a right hand underneath Hamidovich Saitiev's ribcage. Hamidovich Saitiev let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Firetribe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Firetribe lands an elbow inside that Hamidovich Saitiev shrugs off.
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!
Firetribe lands an elbow inside that Hamidovich Saitiev shrugs off.
Hamidovich Saitiev tries to pull guard but Firetribe holds him up against the cage and eventually Hamidovich Saitiev drops back down to his feet. #T1#
Firetribe lands a nice elbow.
Firetribe gets underhooks to prevent Hamidovich Saitiev's takedown attempt.
Firetribe'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.
Firetribe lands a damaging elbow.
Firetribe is leaning against Hamidovich Saitiev and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Firetribe is pushing Hamidovich Saitiev up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Firetribe scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Firetribe scores with a nice hook to the head.
Firetribe is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Firetribe lands a nice knee to the body.
Hamidovich Saitiev looks winded!
Nice elbow from Firetribe.
A bit of stalling here from Firetribe.
Firetribe leaning his opponent against the cage.
Firetribe gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#T2#
Firetribe lands an elbow that stopped Hamidovich Saitiev in his tracks for a moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Firetribe works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Firetribe comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A right hook to the body lands for Firetribe.
Firetribe lands an elbow inside that Hamidovich Saitiev shrugs off.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Firetribe.
Nice elbow from Firetribe.
Nice body punch from Firetribe - that landed with a thud.
Firetribe works on Hamidovich Saitiev's body with a couple of short punches.
Firetribe scores with a knee to the head.
Firetribe is pushing Hamidovich Saitiev up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Hamidovich Saitiev changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Firetribe fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hamidovich Saitiev moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T3#
Hamidovich Saitiev walks into a jab.
Firetribe keeps Hamidovich Saitiev at a distance using the push kick.
Hamidovich Saitiev misses the jab.
Firetribe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hamidovich Saitiev with a lazy takedown attempt
and Firetribe counters with a slapping leg kick.
Firetribe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Firetribe fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hamidovich Saitiev's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Firetribe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hamidovich Saitiev scrambles back to his feet.
Firetribe lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL#
Firetribe closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hamidovich Saitiev tries to pull guard but Firetribe holds him up against the cage and eventually Hamidovich Saitiev drops back down to his feet. #T4#
Hamidovich Saitiev is trying to pull guard but Firetribe has him pressed against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Firetribe.
Nice body punch from Firetribe.
Firetribe controlling the action here for a moment.
Firetribe stops a takedown attempt from Hamidovich Saitiev.
Hamidovich Saitiev goes for a takedown attempt but Firetribe pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Firetribe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hamidovich Saitiev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Firetribe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hamidovich Saitievs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Firetribe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hamidovich Saitiev has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Hamidovich Saitiev throws a right hand that misses
and Firetribe counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hamidovich Saitiev with a poor takedown
and Firetribe counters with an outside leg kick.
Firetribe lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brother Firetribe dominated that round.
That's time! Firetribe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Hamidovich Saitiev tries for a takedown but Firetribe sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Hamidovich Saitiev looks to score with a jab to the body but Firetribe is just out of range.
Hamidovich Saitiev is trying hard to land a takedown here. Firetribe sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hamidovich Saitiev takes a swing at Firetribe's ribcage but misses.
Firetribe bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice shot lands for Firetribe.
Nice uppercut there from Firetribe.
Hamidovich Saitiev looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Firetribe is fending him off so far but Hamidovich Saitiev persists. Nope, Firetribe circles away and we're back to standing.
Brother Firetribe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Buvaisar Hamidovich Saitiev.
A solid body kick from Firetribe.
A telegraphed right hand from Hamidovich Saitiev misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Firetribe enables Hamidovich Saitiev to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Firetribe manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
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!
Firetribe is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hamidovich Saitiev is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Firetribe looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1#
Firetribe looking for a sweep. Not yet Firetribe, not yet.
Hamidovich Saitiev trying to move into half guard but instead Firetribe has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Hamidovich Saitiev tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SU#
Firetribe decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Good exchange - Firetribe coming out on top.
Brother Firetribe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Firetribe lands an overhand right.
Firetribe scores with a head kick.
Firetribe's corner calls for a 1-2. Firetribe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hamidovich Saitiev misses with a jab to the body #CL#
and Firetribe counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Firetribe.
Firetribe lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hamidovich Saitiev.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Firetribe. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hamidovich Saitiev is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Firetribe to keep the fight standing.
Firetribe comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Firetribe gets through Hamidovich Saitiev's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Firetribe is working Hamidovich Saitiev over against the cage.
Hamidovich Saitiev's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Firetribe lands a right hand.
Firetribe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hamidovich Saitievs head.
Hamidovich Saitiev has Firetribe pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Firetribe manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hamidovich Saitiev takes a knee right on the jaw! #ROC#
Hamidovich Saitiev is rocked!
Hamidovich Saitiev jumps guard but Firetribe turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Firetribe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Firetribe scores with a hook to the body.
Firetribe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Firetribe lands a shoulder strike.
Hamidovich Saitiev is still on wobbly legs! Can Firetribe finish him?#KD#
Firetribe drops Hamidovich Saitiev with a big knee straight up the middle! Hamidovich Saitiev is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
A slapping body kick lands there for Firetribe.#T3#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Firetribe.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Firetribe, right into the meat.
Hamidovich Saitiev misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hamidovich Saitiev has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Firetribe.
Hamidovich Saitiev seems to have recovered his senses.
Firetribe connects with a solid leg kick.
Hamidovich Saitiev on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD2#
Hamidovich Saitiev shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Firetribe is holding on to half guard well.#T4#
Firetribe keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Firetribe is looking to control Hamidovich Saitiev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Firetribe avoid being mounted?
Hamidovich Saitiev throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Firetribe is pressing down on Hamidovich Saitiev's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#ES#
Firetribe has his feet on Hamidovich Saitiev's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hamidovich Saitiev shoots in looking for a takedown. Firetribe tries to sprawl out of it but Hamidovich Saitiev keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Firetribe manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brother Firetribe dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Hamidovich Saitiev misses with a lunging right hand #CL#
and Firetribe counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A short left from Firetribe.
Hamidovich Saitiev wants a takedown.
Hamidovich Saitiev drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Firetribe unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Firetribe obliges.
Firetribe lands a left hand.
Firetribe gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Firetribe lands an elbow inside that Hamidovich Saitiev shrugs off. #CUT#
It looks like Buvaisar Hamidovich Saitiev has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Firetribe leaning against his opponent.
Firetribe makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Firetribe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hamidovich Saitiev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Firetribe will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hamidovich Saitiev up against the cage.
Firetribe lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Hamidovich Saitiev is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Firetribe gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Brother Firetribe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Buvaisar Hamidovich Saitiev.
Firetribe gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Firetribe working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hamidovich Saitiev jumps guard but Firetribe stands there with Hamidovich Saitiev around his waist. Hamidovich Saitiev gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Firetribe.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Firetribe obliges.
Firetribe lands with a left to the head.
Firetribe lands a body punch.
Firetribe with a knee to the head.
Hamidovich Saitiev's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A left hand lands to the body for Firetribe.
Firetribe taking a breather.
Firetribe lands a knee to the head.
Firetribe is working Hamidovich Saitiev over against the cage.#T2#
Firetribe landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Firetribe cracks Hamidovich Saitiev with a nice body shot.
Firetribe stalling against the cage.
Firetribe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hamidovich Saitiev can do to turn this around?
A knee to the head by Firetribe.
Firetribe lands a left hand.
Firetribe working Hamidovich Saitiev over with knees to the body.
Firetribe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Firetribe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hamidovich Saitiev drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hamidovich Saitiev is looking for a takedown.
Firetribe is pushing Hamidovich Saitiev up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Firetribe lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #T3#
Hamidovich Saitiev is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Firetribe is defending well.
Brother Firetribe has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Firetribe putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Hamidovich Saitiev in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Firetribe lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Firetribe.
Firetribe landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Hamidovich Saitiev takes an elbow to the temple.
Hamidovich Saitiev takes a shot to the head.
Firetribe avoiding damage.
Hamidovich Saitiev tries to pull guard but Firetribe forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Firetribe.
Firetribe lands with a light punch inside.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Firetribe.
Firetribe is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#T4#
Hamidovich Saitiev is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Firetribe pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Hamidovich Saitiev takes an elbow to the forehead.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Firetribe lands an elbow that stopped Hamidovich Saitiev in his tracks for a moment.
Firetribe works on Hamidovich Saitiev's body with a couple of short punches.
Firetribe lands an elbow that stopped Hamidovich Saitiev in his tracks for a moment.
Firetribe landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Firetribe is working Hamidovich Saitiev over against the cage.
Firetribe lands with a short shot to the head.
Firetribe lands a nice elbow.
Firetribe gets through Hamidovich Saitiev's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Firetribe takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Firetribe scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Firetribe lands a nice knee to the body.
Buvaisar Hamidovich Saitiev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A right hook to the body lands for Firetribe.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Firetribe avoiding damage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:25
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:25
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brother Firetribe!
After winning the bout, Brother Firetribe thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Old Fogies 1
Date: Feb 18, 2017

#R1##TD#
Spleeth drives through with a takedown into guard.
Washington keeping full guard, as Spleeth tries to pass.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Washington is on top in guard. #REVB#
Spleeth will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Washington works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spleeth wants to improve his position but Washington is controlling well.
Washington sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Spleeth defending well though. #T1#
Spleeth gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Spleeth throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Washington trying to control the position from guard on top but Spleeth is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spleeth is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Washington trying to control but Spleeth is working from the bottom.
Washington trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Washington looking to sit in guard and control but Spleeth gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T2#
Washington manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Spleeth manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Washington's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Spleeth has momentary wrist control but Washington slips an elbow through the middle.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Spleeth is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Spleeth controlling the action here.
Spleeth has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T3#
Washington tries to lock up and control but Spleeth gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Spleeth can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Washington is looking to escape. #SUB#
Spleeth swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Washington is now in Spleeth's guard. A big mistake from Spleeth there, giving up the dominant position!
Spleeth managing to control the position. #T4##SUB#
Washington got a little sloppy there for a moment and Spleeth has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Washington has managed to get both his arms back between Spleeth's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Spleeth is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Washington defends well.
Spleeth manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Washington manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB#
Spleeth postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Washington is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Spleeth, into his guard. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Washington looking to sit in guard and control but Spleeth gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yancy Spleeth dominated that round.
That's time! Spleeth's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Spleeth shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Washington pinned against the cage. Washington gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Washington.
Spleeth shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Washington defends it nicely.
Spleeth shoots and misses
and Washington counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yancy Spleeth. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spleeth misses with a takedown
and Washington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Washington slaps away a takedown attempt from Spleeth, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Spleeth fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Spleeth with a lazy takedown attempt
and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Washington feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Spleeth's calf.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Washington throws a big shot that misses.
Spleeth fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Washington avoids it really well and circles away.
Washington tries to counter with a clinch but Spleeth shakes him off and moves away.#CL2#
Washington rushes Spleeth and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Spleeth can't get the takedown.
Washington misses with a short punch on the inside.
Washington throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Spleeth has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Washington avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Washington digs a right hand into Spleeth's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Spleeth's gas tank.
Washington lands a nice uppercut.
Washington misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Spleeth is looking for a takedown.#T2#
Washington lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Washington.
Washington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Washington is leaning against Spleeth and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Washington lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Washington lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Washington tries to work over Spleeth's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Washington gets underhooks to prevent Spleeth's takedown attempt.
Spleeth drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Washington gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Washington pushes Spleeth back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Washington tries to throw a body punch but Spleeth avoids it by throwing Washington back against the cage.
Spleeth has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Washington after a bit of a struggle.
Spleeth has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Washington is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Washington lands a body punch.
Washington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T3#
Spleeth looking for a takedown.
Washington stalling the fight.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Washington takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Spleeth has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Washington after a bit of a struggle.
Washington digs a right hand underneath Spleeth's ribcage. Spleeth let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Washington makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Washington lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Washington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Spleeth wants a takedown.
Samuel Washington seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Washington lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Spleeth backwards.
Spleeth drops down looking for an ankle pick but Washington pulls his leg out and moves away.
Washington connects with a looping right hand.
A solid body kick from Washington. #T4#
Spleeth with a lazy takedown attempt
and Washington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Washington.
Spleeth has his takedown stuffed
and Washington counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#
Spleeth is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Washington lands a front kick.
Washington cracks Spleeth with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Oh Spleeth is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Spleeth tries for a takedown but Washington circles away easily
and Washington counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Washington drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Spleeth right on the button. Spleeth goes down! Washington follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Washington gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Washington!
A victorious Samuel Washington thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HFC 300 Shankoli vs Seppo
Date: Feb 10, 2017

#R1#
Goodman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Goodman tries to land a front kick but Yiftos steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Yiftos thows a left - swing and a miss!
As Yiftos looks to move away, Goodman throws a big counter combo but Yiftos just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Yiftos gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Yiftos tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Goodman's elbow.
Goodman tries to circle away but Yiftos has him pinned against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Yiftos throws an elbow but misses.
Yiftos landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Yiftos connects with a nasty looking knee right to Goodman's face. #CUT2#
It looks like John Goodman has been cut.
Yiftos has Goodman pressed against the cage.
Yiftos connects with a nasty looking knee right to Goodman's face.
Yiftos takes a shot to the head.
Goodman goes for a takedown in the clinch but Yiftos prevents it. #BC#
Goodman breaks from the clinch.
Goodman pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Yiftos back to the cage. Goodman follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Goodman tries to clinch up but Yiftos circles away and keeps his distance.
Yiftos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yiftos takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Yiftos 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.
Goodman blocks a head kick by Yiftos.
Yiftos misses with a head kick.
Goodman fails to land the takedown.
Yiftos with the counter takedown but Goodman avoids it easily.#T1#
Goodman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Yiftos paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Goodman has his takedown stuffed
and Yiftos counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Goodman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yiftos avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL2#
Yiftos pushes Goodman up against the cage in a clinch.
Goodman misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yiftos gets underhooks to prevent Goodman's takedown attempt.
Yiftos working the clinch nicely. Goodman is working for position but Yiftos cracks him with a big knee to the head! Goodman crumples up against the cage and Yiftos lands two more shots before the ref can save Goodman! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee & Punches). Sisa Yiftos!
Sisa Yiftos made sure to mention his sponsor, King of Fists in his post fight interview.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 19, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Wicked gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Brickstock wants to break free but Wicked has control.
Brickstock wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Wicked gets through Brickstock's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wicked lands a right hand.
Wicked lands a left hand.
Nice body punch from Wicked.
Wicked lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #CUT2#
It looks like Broderick Brickstock has been cut.
Good body shot from Wicked.
Brickstock letting Wicked take a breather here.
Wicked throws an elbow that misses.
Wicked lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wicked working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Brickstock takes a shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wicked makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Wicked lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Brickstock is rocked!
Brickstock wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Wicked has him pressed against the cage.
Wicked lands a shoulder strike. #KD2#
Wicked drops Brickstock onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Brickstock is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Oh Brickstock is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wicked unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Brickstock! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Wicked is unloading with more strikes now! Brickstock drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shezzo Wicked!
A relieved looking Shezzo Wicked thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: HFC 295 Yiftos vs Viceroy II
Date: Jan 07, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Nielsen tries to sprawl but Goodman drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nielsen wants to control but Goodman is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nielsen is pressing down on Goodman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Goodman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Goodman showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nielsen is trying to control the position but Goodman postures up.
Goodman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nielsen being controlled here, momentarily.
Nielsen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nielsen trying to keep a closed guard but Goodman is proving a slippery customer.
Nielsen has control of Goodman's left arm, preventing Goodman from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman won't allow Nielsen to sweep him here.
Goodman wants to pass the guard but Nielsen is keeping the position.
Nielsen tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Goodman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Nielsen has his foot on Goodman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Goodman works his way back into a safe position though.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Nielsen seems keen to control Goodman's posture.
Goodman 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. #SUB#
Goodman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Nielsen 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.
Nielsen controls Goodman momentarily but Goodman frees himself. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Nielsen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Nielsen working for a triangle but Goodman defends it easily. #SU2#
Goodman stands and steps away. Nielsen gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
Goodman closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nielsen to the mat! Nielsen manages to get full guard.
Goodman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Goodman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nielsen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Goodman tries to free his leg and advance position but Nielsen is retaining full guard.
Goodman makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Goodman throws a big elbow that misses.
Nielsen controls Goodman momentarily but Goodman frees himself. #SUB#
Nielsen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Goodman would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Nielsen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Goodman 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.
Nielsen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Goodman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Nielsen trying to control but Goodman is working from the bottom. #T4#
Nielsen connects with a couple of short punches.
Nielsen connects with a couple of short punches.
Nielsen stops Goodman from standing up.
Nielsen stopping the sweep attempt from Goodman.
Nielsen working some strikes from top position.
Goodman is looking to stand up but Nielsen isn't so interested in that idea.
Nielsen trying to control the position from guard on top but Goodman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goodman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nielsen's guard. #REVB#
Goodman preventing the sweep.
Goodman trying to control but Nielsen is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Nielsen has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Goodman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Goodman dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Goodman closes the distance and pushes Nielsen back into the cage.
Nielsen scores with a nice hook to the head.
Goodman wants to take the fight to the mat but Nielsen manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Nielsen gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Goodman.
Nielsen throws a punch but it's blocked by Goodman.
Nielsen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nielsen lands a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Goodman lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Nielsen is working hard here to advance position.
Nielsen is not content to let Goodman control the position.
Goodman wants to pass the guard but Nielsen is defending well. #T1#
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Goodman sitting and controlling from the half guard.
John Goodman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Goodman wants to take a breather but Nielsen is having none of it.
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Goodman in particular looking to stall.
Goodman tries to pass to full mount but Nielsen defends it. #SUB2#
Goodman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nielsen is pressing down on Goodman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nielsen keeping moving, preventing Goodman from controlling successfully. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Goodman works over Nielsen with some ground and pound from guard.
Nielsen working a defensive guard here.
Nielsen pulls Goodman in close to his closed guard and prevents Goodman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Goodman preventing the sweep.
Goodman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Nielsen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nielsen controlling the position.
Goodman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Goodman trying to control but Nielsen is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Nielsen misses with a series of wild punches.
Nielsen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Goodman.
Nielsen tries to clinch but Goodman moves out of range.
Goodman staying out of range there.
Goodman slips a jab from Nielsen.#CL#
Nielsen clinches with his opponent.
A head punch on the inside from Nielsen fails to land.
Goodman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Goodman using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nielsen has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Goodman wants a takedown.
Sven Kristian Nielsen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Nielsen tries to throw a body punch but Goodman avoids it by throwing Nielsen back against the cage.
Nielsen lands a hook that snaps the head of Goodman backwards.
Goodman has Nielsen pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Nielsen manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Goodman comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#
It looks like Sven Kristian Nielsen has been cut.
Nielsen stalling in the clinch but Goodman improves position.
Goodman goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nielsen prevents it.
Nielsen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Goodmans head. #T4##TD#
Nielsen wants the takedown. Goodman is fighting it off but Nielsen persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Goodman's guard against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goodman keeping moving, preventing Nielsen from controlling successfully.
Goodman seems keen to control Nielsen's posture.
Nielsen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Goodman is trying to keep Nielsen in close.
Goodman keeping moving, preventing Nielsen from controlling successfully.
Goodman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sven Kristian Nielsen dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sven Kristian Nielsen's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Goodman tries to clinch up.
Nielsen loads up on a big right hand but Goodman slips the punch.
Goodman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD2#
Goodman gets the takedown into side control.
Nielsen tries to improve position but can't.
Goodman wants to control for a moment but Nielsen uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #SUB2#
Goodman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Goodman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nielsen sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nielsen is trying to get back to full guard.
Goodman takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Nielsen wants to control but Goodman is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Nielsen tries to get to full guard but Goodman has control of the leg.
Goodman wants to pass to mount but Nielsen is defending the position. #SUB2#
Goodman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nielsen has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Goodman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nielsen sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Goodman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nielsen defends it well.
Nielsen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nielsen.
Nielsen looking for a sweep. Not yet Nielsen, not yet.
Nielsen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Nielsen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Goodman defends well.
Goodman trying to control but Nielsen is working from the bottom.
Nielsen trying to control the position.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Goodman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nielsen looking for a sweep. Not yet Nielsen, not yet.
Nielsen keeping moving, preventing Goodman from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Goodman fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nielsen sprawls well initially but Goodman persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T3#
Nielsen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nielsen.
Goodman is pushing down on Nielsen's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nielsen is fighting to maintain full guard but Goodman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Nielsen trying to control here.
Nielsen tries to roll over but Goodman keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nielsen is looking to control Goodman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nielsen avoid being mounted?
Nielsen tries to roll over but Goodman keeps him under control.
Goodman is trying to control the action in half guard but Nielsen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nielsen manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Nielsen looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4##SUB#
Nielsen looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Goodman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Goodman wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Goodman is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nielsen keeping moving, preventing Goodman from controlling successfully.
Nielsen trying to keep a closed guard but Goodman is proving a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nielsen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Goodman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Nielsen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goodman swivels though and keeps the full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
John Goodman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Goodman 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Goodman!
Our winner, John Goodman, 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: EVO 185 Olympics Semi Finals
Date: Dec 16, 2016

#R1#
Al Ahwei scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Firetribe loads up on a big right hand but Al Ahwei slips the punch.
Firetribe misses with a looping left.
Al Ahwei fires out a quick counter leg kick but Firetribe just manages to avoid it.
Firetribe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Al Ahwei takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Al Ahwei fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Al Ahwei cracks Firetribe with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Al Ahwei throws the kick towards the body but Firetribe avoids it.
Firetribe flicks out a counter leg kick but Al Ahwei steps away.
Firetribe throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Good work by Al Ahwei as he checks the leg kick.
Al Ahwei throws an off balance right hand
and Firetribe counters with a straight right hand.
Firetribe's corner calls for a 1-2. Firetribe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Al Ahwei takes a swing at Firetribe's ribcage but misses.
Firetribe lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
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!
Jab by Al Ahwei.
Firetribe throws a low kick but it's checked well by Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Firetribe misses with an uppercut. Al Ahwei saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Al Ahwei misses the target.
Al Ahwei is looking to land body kicks.
Firetribe throws a jab but it's blocked by Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei lands a nice shot to the body.
Al Ahwei swats away the attempt to clinch by Firetribe.
Firetribe avoids the body shot from Al Ahwei.
Firetribe misses with a body kick.
Firetribe keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Firetribe! But no joy.
Firetribe shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Al Ahwei eats them both and turns towards Firetribe to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Firetribe misses with an attempted mid kick.
Firetribe takes a swing at Al Ahwei's ribcage but misses.
Firetribe misses with a looping left.#T2#
Firetribe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Al Ahwei throws a low kick but Firetribe avoids it.
Al Ahwei cracks Firetribe with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A swing and a miss from Al Ahwei.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Al Ahwei stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Firetribe.
Firetribe throws a half hearted mid kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Firetribe crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Al Ahwei - the referee stops the clock and Firetribe gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Al Ahwei. Firetribe manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Firetribe throws a solid leg kick but Al Ahwei takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Firetribe.
Firetribe thows a leg kick but Al Ahwei checks it
and Al Ahwei counters with a straight right hand.
Al Ahwei moves out of range of the leg kick from Firetribe.
Al Ahwei thows a left - swing and a miss!
Firetribe takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Al Ahwei misses with a body shot.
Firetribe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Al Ahwei.#T3#
Al Ahwei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Firetribe moves away.
Firetribe bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A leg kick checked by Firetribe.
Firetribe throws a half hearted mid kick.
Firetribe throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Firetribe missing with a left hand there. Al Ahwei was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Firetribe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Al Ahwei misses with a body kick.
Al Ahwei misses with a kick to the body.
Al Ahwei bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Firetribe's head.
Firetribe misses the shot to the body.
Al Ahwei misses with a leg kick.
Al Ahwei looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Al Ahwei takes one to the chin there.
Firetribe lands with an overhand left.#T4#
Firetribe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Some wild striking there from Firetribe.
Farouk Al Ahwei seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Firetribe on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Firetribe is looking to clinch.
Al Ahwei is looking to counter with head kicks.
Al Ahwei throws a quick inside leg kick.
Firetribe shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Firetribe takes a swing at Al Ahwei's ribcage but misses.
Al Ahwei is looking to counter with a body kick.
Al Ahwei bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Al Ahwei looks for the body kick but Firetribe saw that one coming.
Firetribe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Al Ahwei.
Good work by Firetribe as he checks the leg kick.
Al Ahwei throws the left hand but Firetribe avoids the punch easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Firetribe! But no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Brother Firetribe 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#
Al Ahwei lands a glancing blow to the side of Firetribe's head.
Al Ahwei looks to land a body kick but Firetribe moved away.
Firetribe is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Al Ahwei with a body shot.
Firetribe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei moves out of range of the body kick.
Firetribe moves out of range of the strikes.
Firetribe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Al Ahwei avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Al Ahwei misses with a wild body shot.
Al Ahwei misses with an uppercut
and Firetribe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Al Ahwei throws a body punch but Firetribe moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Ahwei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Firetribe manages to avoid it.
A head kick by Firetribe misses
and Al Ahwei counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Firetribe defending well as Al Ahwei loads up on a big left hand.
Firetribe moves out of range of the strikes.
Firetribe throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Firetribe loads up on a big right hand but Al Ahwei slips the punch.
Al Ahwei fires out a quick counter leg kick but Firetribe just manages to avoid it.
Al Ahwei throws a push kick but Firetribe slaps the foot to one side.
Al Ahwei jabs at Firetribe's body.
Firetribe has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Al Ahwei.
Firetribe checks a low kick from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei misses with an uppercut. Firetribe saw that one coming.
Firetribe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A punch combination from Firetribe misses.
Al Ahwei throws a lazy uppercut
and Firetribe counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Firetribe scores with a hook.
Firetribe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Al Ahwei moves away.
Al Ahwei turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Al Ahwei scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Firetribe lands a two punch combo. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slapping leg kick lands for Al Ahwei.
A jab from Al Ahwei misses.
Firetribe flicks out a counter leg kick but Al Ahwei steps away.
Firetribe bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Firetribe lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Al Ahwei misses with a leg kick
and Firetribe counters with a good low kick that Al Ahwei was not able to check.
Al Ahwei misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Firetribe counters by clinching up.
Al Ahwei lands a hook to the side of the head.
Firetribe lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Firetribe pressing his opponent against the cage.
Nice body punch from Firetribe - that landed with a thud.
Firetribe working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Firetribe misses with a knee to the head. #T3#
A body shot lands from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei lands a body shot.
Al Ahwei tries to throw a body punch but Firetribe avoids it by throwing Al Ahwei back against the cage.
Firetribe using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Good body shot from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei avoids a wild elbow strike from Firetribe.
Al Ahwei struggles to land a body shot inside as Firetribe controls his hands.
Al Ahwei misses with a body punch.
Firetribe throws a knee to the head but misses.
Al Ahwei presses Firetribe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Al Ahwei trying to stall but Firetribe improves his position.
Al Ahwei lands with a left to the head.
Al Ahwei lands a left hand that snaps the head of Firetribe backwards.
Al Ahwei has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC#
Al Ahwei's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Firetribe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Firetribe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Al Ahwei moves away.
Al Ahwei misses with a body kick.#T4#
Al Ahwei throws a head kick but Firetribe moves out of range.
Al Ahwei misses with a straight right.
Al Ahwei sets himself, and Firetribe steps forward looking for the clinch! Al Ahwei avoids it this time.
Nice defenses there by Al Ahwei.
A jab from Al Ahwei does it's job there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Al Ahwei misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Firetribe counters with a nice body kick.
Al Ahwei thows a left - swing and a miss!
Firetribe tries to score with a low kick but Al Ahwei moves his leg out of the way.
Firetribe misses the shot to the body.
Firetribe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Al Ahwei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Firetribe tries to counter by closing the distance.
Al Ahwei connects with a body shot.
Firetribe scores with a spinning back kick!
Firetribe takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
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 Farouk Al Ahwei will probably get the nod.
That's time! Al Ahwei's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Al Ahwei goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Al Ahwei throws a half hearted mid kick.
Al Ahwei connects with a body shot.
Firetribe misses with a kick to the body.
Al Ahwei looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Both fighters circling a little - Al Ahwei finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Al Ahwei throws a front kick aimed at Firetribe's knee but Firetribe avoids it well.
Al Ahwei lands a lovely overhand right.
Firetribe looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Firetribe tries to work over Al Ahwei's front leg with a kick but Al Ahwei checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Firetribe tries to land a front kick but Al Ahwei steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Al Ahwei throws out a leg kick but Firetribe moves out of range and Al Ahwei only half commits.
Firetribe goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Al Ahwei thumps Firetribe with a low kick.#T1#
Firetribe cracks Al Ahwei with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Firetribe scores with a nice strike.
Firetribe throws a push kick but Al Ahwei slaps the foot to one side.
Al Ahwei throws a leg kick but Firetribe sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Firetribe throws a solid leg kick but Al Ahwei takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Firetribe.
Firetribe misses with a wild body shot.
Firetribe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Al Ahwei on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #TD#
Al Ahwei shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Al Ahwei uses his free foot to push down on Firetribe's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Firetribe. #SUB#
Al Ahwei moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Firetribe has worked his arm free - good work by Firetribe! #T2#
Firetribe tries to buck Al Ahwei off but Al Ahwei is having none of it.#SUB#
Al Ahwei tries for a kimura but Firetribe is defending well.
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!#SUB#
Al Ahwei tries for a kimura but Firetribe is defending well.
Al Ahwei wants to take a breather but Firetribe manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei wants to control from the top but Firetribe keeps moving. #T3#
Al Ahwei stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Firetribe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Firetribe is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Al Ahwei forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Al Ahwei is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Firetribe defends it well.
Firetribe is staying active underneath Al Ahwei, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Al Ahwei is looking to advance position but Firetribe won't allow it.
Al Ahwei not doing much here.
Al Ahwei wants to control but Firetribe is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Al Ahwei is working for a kimura but Firetribe is defending it quite comfortably.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Al Ahwei prevents Firetribe from standing back up.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: EVO 280: Beast vs Skif
Date: Nov 24, 2016

#R1#
Kage fails with the takedown.
Kage sets himself, and Firetribe steps forward looking for the clinch! Kage avoids it this time.
Kage 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.
Firetribe cracks the inside of Kage's front leg.
Kage looks to land a body kick but Firetribe moved away.
Firetribe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Firetribe blocks a head kick by Kage.
Firetribe does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #TD#
Kage closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Firetribe did well to prevent Kage getting side control.
Firetribe on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kage is looking to advance position but Firetribe won't allow it.
Firetribe is looking for a sweep. Kage is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Kage is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Firetribe doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kage. #SUB#
Kage is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Firetribe is just riding it out for now. Kage eventually gives up the hold. #T1#
Kage thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Firetribe's head. #SUB#
Kage is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Firetribe is just riding it out for now. Kage eventually gives up the hold.
Kage thows a huge punch but Firetribe dodges it nicely.
Firetribe is trying to stand back up but Kage is controlling him #ES2#
Firetribe has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Kage is on him like a limpet, forcing Firetribe back against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Firetribe - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Firetribe can't find room to land a body shot as Kage controls the action. #T2#
Firetribe is pressed up against the cage. Kage has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Firetribe down to the mat. Firetribe avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Kage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Firetribe moves away.
Kage fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Firetribe is out of range.
Firetribe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Firetribe cracks Kage with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kage throws a body punch but Firetribe moves out of range.
Kage fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Firetribe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raijin Kage. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice body kick from Firetribe.
Kage jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Firetribe now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Good leg kick by Firetribe there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
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!
Firetribe scores with a jab. Kage acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kage. Firetribe shrugs it off though.
Kage throws a body kick that misses.
The crowd cheers as Firetribe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kage doesn't seem phased though.#T3#
Kage walks into a stiff left hand from Firetribe.
Kage pivots, looking for a leg kick but Firetribe is out of range and Kage settles back down.
No luck for Kage with that takedown attempt.
Kage shoots for a double leg takedown but Firetribe sprawls well. He's pushed Kage's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Firetribe.
Firetribe checks a leg kick.
Kage drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kage fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kage throws a low kick but it's checked well by Firetribe.
Kage misses with a head kick.
Firetribe will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A bone on bone clash there as Kage blocks the leg kick.
Kage changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kage pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kage stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Firetribe.
Kage slips a straight right by Firetribe.
Kage does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Firetribe doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Raijin Kage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Kage misses with a body shot.
Kage feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Firetribe's calf.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kage fails with a takedown attempt.
Firetribe was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kage throws a leg kick but Firetribe checks it.
Kage looks to land a body kick but Firetribe moved away.
Firetribe goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kage lands with a thumping leg kick.
Firetribe moves out of range of the body kick from Kage.
Firetribe tries to counter with a clinch but Kage shakes him off and moves away.
Kage misses with a leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Firetribe.
Firetribe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kage sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Firetribe throws a chopping leg kick but Kage manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Good work by Firetribe as he checks the leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kage, right into the meat.
Kage throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Brother Firetribe will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kage looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Firetribe unleashes a big counter combination but Kage bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kage scores with a nice body kick.
Firetribe is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Kage feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Firetribe's calf.
Kage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Firetribe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A solid leg kick lands there for Firetribe.
A jab from Firetribe does it's job there.
Firetribe just misses with a punch to the body.
Kage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kage attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Firetribe has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#TD#
Kage changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Firetribe looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES2#
Firetribe throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brother Firetribe seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Kage closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Firetribe's guard.#ES2#
Firetribe has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kage is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Kage being controlled against the cage.
Firetribe stops a takedown attempt from Kage. #T1#
Kage changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Firetribe fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Firetribe scores with a shot to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kage checks a leg kick.
Kage takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kage fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raijin Kage. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Firetribe lands with a hook. Kage tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kage throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Firetribe flicks out a counter leg kick but Kage steps away.
Kage misses with a takedown
and Firetribe counters with a stiff right hand.
Firetribe scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kage throws a body kick that misses
and Firetribe counters with a nice kick to the body. #T2#
Firetribe doesn't manage to clinch there - Kage circles away.
Kage changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Firetribe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Kage shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kage was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Kage swings around for an armbar but Firetribe sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Kage's guard.
Firetribe is stalling in the full guard.
Kage trying to control the position.
Firetribe passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Well, if Firetribe 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.
Firetribe tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kage knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Firetribe tries to stand but can't do so whilst Kage controls his leg. #T3#
Kage trying to control here.
Kage works his way to full guard. Good work.
Firetribe sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Firetribe stopping the sweep attempt from Kage.
Firetribe sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Kage working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Firetribe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Firetribe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Firetribe is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Firetribe has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kage is proving hard to escape from. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Kage throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kage might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kage has a closed guard, preventing Firetribe from standing up.
Firetribe slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Brother Firetribe has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kage tries to bench press Firetribe off him but Firetribe keeps the position.
Firetribe controlling the position.
Kage tries to improve position but can't.
Firetribe controls the position. #SU2#
Firetribe stands up and beckons Kage to his feet.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brother Firetribe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Firetribe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kage!
Kage sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Firetribe stuns Kage with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kage throws a body kick that misses
and Firetribe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Firetribe throws out a loose jab but Kage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Firetribe looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Firetribe sizes up Kage with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kage throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kage tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kage throws a push kick but Firetribe slaps the foot to one side.
Kage misses with a leg kick
and Firetribe counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kage's knee momentarily.
Kage looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Firetribe is fending him off so far but Kage persists. Nope, Firetribe circles away and we're back to standing.
Firetribe throws a jab when Kage was well out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kage tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Firetribe is able to avoid easily.
A little jabbing left from Firetribe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kage throws a push kick but Firetribe slaps the foot to one side.
Firetribe lands a nice looking body kick.#T1#
Kage thows a leg kick but Firetribe checks it
and Firetribe counters with a thumping low kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kage tries for a takedown but Firetribe sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kage will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kage shoots in for a takedown but Firetribe shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raijin Kage. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kage thows a leg kick but Firetribe checks it
and Firetribe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kage steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Firetribe. That one must have hurt.
Firetribe misses with the combination.
Kage attempts a counter takedown but Firetribe avoids it well and moves away.
Kage finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Firetribe, right into the meat.
Firetribe connects with a jab.
Kage explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Firetribe checks the leg kick.#CL#
Kage rushes Firetribe and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kage drops down looking for an ankle pick but Firetribe pulls his leg out and moves away.
Firetribe lands a front kick.#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!
Kage sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kage chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Firetribe can pounce on him.
Kage fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kage moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromFiretribe.
Firetribe misses with a head kick.
Kage half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kage fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Firetribe steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kage.
Firetribe lands a head kick. Kage smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
A head kick by Kage misses
and Firetribe counters with a nice leg kick.
Kage lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Firetribe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kage tries to work over Firetribe's front leg with a kick but Firetribe checks it.
A shot to the body from Kage misses
letting Firetribe counter with a right hand.
Firetribe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kage throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Brother Firetribe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Kage throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kage throws a push kick but Firetribe slaps the foot to one side.
Firetribe lands with a kick to the temple. Kage shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#
It looks like Raijin Kage has been cut.
Firetribe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Firetribe moves away.
Kage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kage throws a low kick but it's checked well by Firetribe.
Kage walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Firetribe lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kage will feel that in the morning.
Firetribe takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #CL2#
Firetribe gets a clinch.
Firetribe tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kage avoids it.
Firetribe throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kage blocks it with crossed arms.
Firetribe trying to stall but Kage improves his position.
Kage on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kage misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Firetribe misses with a knee to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Kage has picked Firetribe up - he's going for a ride! Kage dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Firetribe avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kage. #SUB#
Kage is looking for a kimura but Firetribe is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kage to get the leverage.
Raijin Kage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kage is trying to control. Firetribe wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Firetribe holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Firetribe is refusing to be controlled, as Kage sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Firetribe is defending against the submission attempts here by Kage.
Firetribe is trying to control but can't.
Firetribe regains full guard. Nicely done.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brother Firetribe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Firetribe 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brother Firetribe!
During a confident post fight interview, Brother Firetribe thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Raijin Kage stepped up to the mic, saying 'The storm only gets stronger...'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 09, 2016

#R1##CL2#
Goodman pushes Larry up against the cage in a clinch.
Goodman misses with a punch to the body.
Larry prevents the takedown attempt.
Larry wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Goodman has him pressed against the cage.
Goodman misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Goodman is trying to trip Larry. He has hold of a leg but Larry is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Goodman persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES#
Larry pushes Goodman off and scrambles back to his feet. #CL2#
Goodman has managed to clinch.
Larry wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC2#
Goodman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Goodman looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Goodman is looking to clinch but Larry is avoiding it.
Goodman fails with a takedown attempt.#KD#
Larry lands a big head kick that sends Goodman tumbling to the mat! Larry takes a step backwards and waves Goodman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#
It looks like John Goodman has been cut.
Goodman tries to clinch up.
Larry darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1##CL2#
Goodman closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Larry escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Larry lands with a straight right. Goodman didn't see that one coming.#ROC#
Goodman is rocked!
Goodman tries to clinch but Larry moves away
and Larry counters with a right hand from hell and Goodman is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ashy Larry!
Ashy Larry really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Instinct [out of stock until Feb 03 2016] logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 25, 2016

#R1#
Goodman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Fertus counters with a straight right hand.
Goodman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goodman throws a sloppy head kick and Fertus moves out of range easily.
Goodman throws a left and a right that both miss
and Goodman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fertus as he jumps to the side.
Fertus takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #TD2#
Goodman looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Fertus has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Goodman is on him like a limpet, forcing Fertus back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goodman is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Fertus gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Mike Fertus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Goodman is working for takedown but Fertus is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC2#
Goodman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Goodman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Goodman fails with the takedown
and Fertus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goodman throws a head kick that Fertus semi-blocks. #T1#
Goodman 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.
Fertus avoids the head kick by Goodman.
Goodman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Fertus is fending him off so far but Goodman persists. Nope, Fertus circles away and we're back to standing.
Goodman misses with a body kick.
Goodman slips under a jab from Fertus.#TD2#
Goodman closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Fertus to the mat! Fertus manages to get full guard. #ES#
Fertus scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Mike Fertus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Goodman shoots in for a double leg but Fertus sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
John Goodman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fertus jabs at Goodman's body.
Goodman looks winded!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fertus stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Fertus wants it to stay on the feet.
Goodman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Fertus scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fertus swats away the attempt to clinch by Goodman.
Goodman dives in and grabs Fertus's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fertus pushes down on Goodman's head and hops out.#T2#
Fertus misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Goodman shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Fertus manages to escape and get back to his feet. #CL2#
Goodman clinches up with Fertus and pushes him back against the cage.
Goodman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fertus fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A slow jab from Fertus misses its intended target.
Goodman getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Goodman.
Goodman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fertus misses with a straight left.
Fertus swinging wildly here.
Goodman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Goodman throws a nice looking combination but Fertus bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2#
Goodman closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Goodman lands in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Fertus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Fertus trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Goodman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fertus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Goodman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Goodman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Fertus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Goodman trying to control but Fertus is working from the bottom.
Fertus wants to stand and escape but Goodman is having none of it.
Goodman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Goodman misses with a two punch combination.
Fertus throws a hook to the side of Goodman's head but Goodman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goodman shoots and misses
letting Fertus counter with a right hand. #T4#
Nice defenses there by Goodman.#TD2#
Goodman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Goodman has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Fertus works to full guard.
Goodman wants to get up but he can't break Fertus's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Goodman looking to pass the guard.
Goodman wants to stand but Fertus has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Fertus is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
Fertus looking for a guillotine here but Goodman defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Fertus dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Goodman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Goodman stops Fertus from getting back to his feet.
Goodman passes to full mount!
Goodman lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Goodman throwing strikes but Fertus uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Goodman stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Goodman connects with a nice short shot to Fertus's temple. #ES#
Fertus kicks Goodman off and gets back to his feet.
Fertus gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Fertus keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Goodman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fertus, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Goodman turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#ES#
Fertus bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goodman moves in looking to clinch but Fertus pushes him off.
Fertus closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Goodman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Goodman connects with a crisp jab.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown but Fertus shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Goodman has Fertus up against the cage in a clinch.
Fertus prevents a takedown attempt there.
Goodman lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T2##TD2#
Goodman has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Fertus regains guard immediately. #SU2#
Goodman decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Fertus, up you get!
Goodman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fertus swivels and escapes.
Mike Fertus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Goodman.
Goodman is breathing heavily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Goodman is defended easily by Fertus.
An attempted straight right counter from Fertus misses the target.
Goodman throws a series of punches but Fertus avoids them all with ease.
Goodman blocks a jab.
Goodman wants to clinch but Fertus slips to the side
and Fertus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goodman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Fertus sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Goodman somewhat.
Mike Fertus is winning the standup battle so far.
Fertus throws a monster overhand right that drops Goodman! Fertus follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike Fertus!
Mike Fertus 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 24, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Spleeth dives in and scores a takedown into Pierce's guard.
Spleeth wants to pass the guard but Pierce is keeping the position.
Pierce looking for a sweep. Not yet Pierce, not yet.
Spleeth controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pierce not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spleeth advances to half guard.
Spleeth keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Spleeth maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Pierce could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Spleeth has cracked it and Pierce is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Spleeth!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Yancy Spleeth!
After the fight, Yancy Spleeth was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 21, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Goodman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
KarelinPalmeiras makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#TD2#
Goodman bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
KarelinPalmeiras can't do much from the bottom here.
KarelinPalmeiras tries to improve position but can't.
KarelinPalmeiras is working hard here to advance position.
KarelinPalmeiras 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.
Goodman landing strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Goodman working away.#SU2#
Goodman stands up and we're back to a striking position. #KD2#
Goodman sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks KarelinPalmeiras to the ground! Goodman dives into full mount looking to finish!#ROC2#
KarelinPalmeiras is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like AleksandrMessi KarelinPalmeiras has been cut.
Goodman content just to control the position here.
Oh KarelinPalmeiras is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Goodman loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have KarelinPalmeiras scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Goodman land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Goodman stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Goodman!
During a confident post fight interview, John Goodman thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Death Squad 348:Alex v Lester
Date: Oct 15, 2016

#R1#
Bullkheli throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan slips a straight right by Bullkheli.
Danga de danga de dang - Bullkheli scores with a four punch combination!
Bullkheli lands the left hand.
A cross from Bullkheli lands.
A telegraphed right hand from Bullkheli misses the target.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bullkheli throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Bullkheli fights it but they end up in guard.
Bullkheli is controlling Nazarethyan's posture.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from Bullkheli's guard - Nazarethyan perhaps looking for a knockout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bullkheli scores with a jab. Nazarethyan acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Bullkheli misses with an uppercut.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bullkheli scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nazarethyan blocks a jab.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bullkheli motions for Nazarethyan to come forward. Bullkheli throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bullkheli throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bullkheli!
Bullkheli is trying to improve his position.
Bullkheli definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up. #T2#
Bullkheli misses with a hook.
A cross from Bullkheli lands.
Bullkheli with a hook.
Ravistra Bullkheli is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bullkheli moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bullkheli throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bullkheli won't be happy with that.
You can see the frustration on Bullkheli's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bullkheli looks to move to half guard but instead Nazarethyan has passed into mount! Damn!
Bullkheli manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3#
Bullkheli tries to get to full guard but Nazarethyan has control of the leg.
Bullkheli wants to control but Nazarethyan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Bullkheli thows a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bullkheli won't be happy with that. #T4##SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand back up.
Bullkheli throws a jab when Nazarethyan was well out of range.
Bullkheli throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bullkheli throws a body shot but no joy.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bullkheli throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bullkheli! #ES#
Bullkheli sneaks out the side door and pushes Nazarethyan away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazarethyan blocks a jab.
Bullkheli looks to land a right hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range.
Bullkheli rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nazarethyan.
Bullkheli trying to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ravistra Bullkheli dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Bullkheli looks to throw the jab but Nazarethyan is out of range.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bullkheli scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Nazarethyan slips a straight right by Bullkheli.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Bullkheli avoids it easily.
Bullkheli swinging wildly here.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bullkheli defends it well.
A low kick from Bullkheli is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bullkheli!
Bullkheli manages to work his way to half guard, despite Nazarethyan's best efforts.
Bullkheli preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Suren Nazarethyan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Bullkheli thows a leg kick but Nazarethyan checks it #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet. Bullkheli looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Bullkheli throws a hook but Nazarethyan avoids it easily.
Bullkheli swings for the body but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nazarethyan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bullkheli.
Bullkheli attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bullkheli misses the body punch #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Bullkheli didn't expect that. #ES#
Bullkheli has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Nazarethyan has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazarethyan looking for a takedown. #T2#
Bullkheli wants to get back to striking at distance but Nazarethyan won't allow it.
Nazarethyan wants to take the fight to the mat but Bullkheli manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bullkheli doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Bullkheli pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bullkheli fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nazarethyan checks it well.
A big right from Bullkheli misses.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Bullkheli avoids it easily.
Bullkheli throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown. Bullkheli fights it but they end up in guard.
Bullkheli trying to control the position here.
Bullkheli wants to sweep here but Nazarethyan controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Bullkheli trying to control the position here.
Bullkheli is trying to keep Nazarethyan in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bullkheli pulls Nazarethyan in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up and waves to Bullkheli to follow him.
Bullkheli throws a body shot but no joy.
Bullkheli throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bullkheli's guard.
Nazarethyan is standing up over Bullkheli. Bullkheli looks to escape but Nazarethyan dives into side control. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bullkheli is looking to regain half guard here but Nazarethyan keeps moving and retains side control. #SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand back up.
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 Ravistra Bullkheli will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bullkheli throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nazarethyan on the side of the head.
Bullkheli throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nazarethyan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Bullkheli throws out a loose jab but Nazarethyan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Bullkheli jabs at Nazarethyan's body.
Bullkheli misses with a double jab.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bullkheli defends it well.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the strikes.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Bullkheli avoids it easily.
A low kick from Bullkheli is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bullkheli's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nazarethyan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bullkheli.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bullkheli defends it well.
Bullkheli misses with a straight right.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Bullkheli throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Bullkheli avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Bullkheli.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Bullkheli pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bullkheli throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Bullkheli wants to sweep here but Nazarethyan controlling him for the moment. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands and steps away. Bullkheli gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
A jab from Bullkheli misses.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bullkheli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Bullkheli pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bullkheli changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bullkheli throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Bullkheli pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T2#
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the leg kick from Bullkheli.
Bullkheli throws a low kick but it's checked well by Nazarethyan.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bullkheli.
Bullkheli misses with a hook to the body #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Bullkheli pushes Nazarethyan off but Nazarethyan dives into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
You can see the frustration on Bullkheli's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bullkheli is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up and beckons Bullkheli to his feet. #T3#
Bullkheli lands with a hook. Nazarethyan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bullkheli throws a body punch but Nazarethyan moves out of range.
Bullkheli misses with a looping right.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bullkheli misses with a wild body shot.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nazarethyan checks a leg kick.
Bullkheli looks to land a right hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bullkheli defends it well.
No joy there for Bullkheli, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ravistra Bullkheli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan avoids the body shot from Bullkheli.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ravistra Bullkheli is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Bullkheli swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Bullkheli didn't expect that. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up from Bullkheli's guard - Nazarethyan perhaps looking for a knockout.
Bullkheli lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bullkheli keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bullkheli misses the jab.
Nazarethyan moves out of range of the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bullkheli misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Bullkheli didn't expect that.
Suren Nazarethyan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nazarethyan postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ravistra Bullkheli!
A very excited looking Ravistra Bullkheli made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 12, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Spleeth scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Pierce wants to stand back up but Spleeth manages to pass into side control.
A lull in the action here as Spleeth stalls from top position.
Spleeth prevents Pierce from escaping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Pierce throws a few rabbit punches from the bottom. Spleeth was waiting for it though - now Pierce's arm is in the perfect position for an arm triangle - he's tightening it up and Pierce is forced to tap out before he takes a nap! Very clever counter grappling there from Spleeth!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Yancy Spleeth!
Yancy Spleeth decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Death Squad 346:Todd v Duffy
Date: Oct 08, 2016

#R1#
Nazarethyan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT#
It looks like Suren Nazarethyan has been cut.
Binse lands with a kick to the temple. Nazarethyan shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Binse falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Binse's guard.
Nazarethyan is standing up over Binse. Binse looks to escape but Nazarethyan dives into side control. #REVR##SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand up, so the ref orders Binse to his feet.
Binse takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.
A big right from Binse misses. #T1#
Binse misses with a looping left.
Binse pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The fighters circling - Binse throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Binse misses with a head kick.
Nazarethyan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Binse is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nazarethyan.
Binse swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Binse definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
A lazy body kick from Binse #TD2#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SU2#
Nazarethyan decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Binse, up you get!
Binse throws a hook to the side of Nazarethyan's head but Nazarethyan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Binse looks to throw the jab but Nazarethyan is out of range.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Binse moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Binse pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Binse throws a big shot that misses.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Binse avoids it easily.#T3#
Binse misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Binse throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand up, so the ref orders Binse to his feet.
Binse misses with a straight left.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Binse pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Binse swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Binse throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Binse won't be happy with that.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Binse wants to control but Nazarethyan postures up.#T4##SU2#
Nazarethyan has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Binse throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Binse won't be happy with that.
Binse struggling a bit here.
Binse is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Christopher Binse will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Binse scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Binse throws an overhand right that lands on Nazarethyan's shoulder, as Nazarethyan tries to avoid the shot.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Binse is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nazarethyan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Nazarethyan.
A slow jab from Binse misses its intended target.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Nazarethyan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Binse misses with a body shot.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Binse defends it well.
Binse tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Binse.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nazarethyan takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Binse throws a nice outside leg kick.
Binse throws an overhand right that lands on Nazarethyan's shoulder, as Nazarethyan tries to avoid the shot.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Decent striking displayed by Binse there.
Binse throws a hook but Nazarethyan blocks it.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
Binse misses with a wild body shot.
Nazarethyan walks into a stiff left hand from Binse.
Binse misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU2#
Nazarethyan stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Binse to get to his feet.
Binse looks to land a left hand but Nazarethyan moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - Binse throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Binse looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazarethyan is just out of range.#T3#
A low kick from Binse is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control.
Binse tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nazarethyan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Binse is trying to work for a sweep but Nazarethyan has mounted him!
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.#SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Binse misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nazarethyan.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Binse pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nazarethyan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nazarethyan slips a jab from Binse.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.#T4#
Binse throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
so Nazarethyan counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Binse misses the jab.
Nazarethyan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nazarethyan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Binse is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nazarethyan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Binse.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Binse avoids it easily.
Binse misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Binse's guard.#SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Suren Nazarethyan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Suren Nazarethyan's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Binse scores with a leg kick.
Christopher Binse is winning the standup battle so far.
Binse throws a front kick aimed at Nazarethyan's knee but Nazarethyan avoids it well.
Binse moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A jab from Binse misses.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Binse, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Binse avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Nazarethyan.#T1#
A low kick from Binse is predictable there #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Binse!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SU2#
Nazarethyan decides to stand back up. Nazarethyan steps back and let's Binse get back to his feet.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab.
Binse looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Binse is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
A big right from Binse misses. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Binse misses with an uppercut.
Nazarethyan feints the counter takedown.
Binse swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Binse misses the target.
Nazarethyan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Binse tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nazarethyan was well out of range. Poor timing from Binse.
Nazarethyan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Christopher Binse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazarethyan slips under a jab from Binse.
Nazarethyan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Binse throws out the jab.
And Nazarethyan tries to counter it with a takedown but Binse pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Crunch! Binse slams his shin into Nazarethyan's torso.
Binse cracks Nazarethyan with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Binse throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nazarethyan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Binse defends it well.
Binse loads up on a big right hand but Nazarethyan slips the punch.
Nazarethyan with the counter takedown but Binse avoids it easily.
Binse connects with a body shot.
Binse throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a nice double leg into side control. Binse won't be happy with that. #SU2#
Nazarethyan stands up and beckons Binse to his feet. #T4#
Binse swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Nazarethyan counters with a single leg into guard. Binse didn't expect that.
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!
Binse working a defensive guard here. #SU2#
Nazarethyan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nazarethyan moves away from the strike by Binse.
Nazarethyan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Binse can pounce on him.
Binse takes a swing at Nazarethyan's ribcage but misses.

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 Christopher Binse.
I think Binse 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:29

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

Event: MFN 351
Date: Oct 05, 2016

#R1#
De Vega lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Wicked throws a jab when De Vega was well out of range.
De Vega throws a head kick but Wicked moves out of range.
De Vega scores with a nice right hand. #CL2#
Wicked closes the distance and pushes De Vega back into the cage.
De Vega tries to throw a body punch but Wicked avoids it by throwing De Vega back against the cage.
Wicked throws an elbow that misses.
De Vega wants to get back to striking at distance but Wicked won't allow it.
De Vega on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wicked struggles to land a body shot inside as De Vega controls his hands.
De Vega misses with a shot to the kidneys.
De Vega blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wicked throws a head punch that misses.
Wicked working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
De Vega lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Wicked. #TD#
De Vega gets a trip takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
De Vega wants to take a breather but Wicked is having none of it.
Wicked is looking to improve his position. #T1#
De Vega with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Wicked wants to control but De Vega passes into side.
De Vega moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
De Vega trying to control the position but Wicked is working away.
Wicked looking for a sweep but De Vega has passed into full mount! Oh no!#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
De Vega putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Wicked sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
De Vega stalling.
Wicked is looking to improve his position.
De Vega working the head and body with strikes.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
De Vega drops an elbow to the side of Wicked's head.
De Vega seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Wicked works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
De Vega wants to control from the top but Wicked keeps moving.
Wicked is looking to sweep but instead, De Vega has passed into half guard.
De Vega takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
De Vega throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Wicked wants to improve his position but De Vega is controlling well.
De Vega drops an elbow to the side of Wicked's head.
De Vega prevents Wicked from improving his position.
De Vega lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Wicked on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T4#
De Vega missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Wicked trying to control but De Vega postures up.
De Vega lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
De Vega lands with a punch from half guard.
Wicked wants to get back to his feet.
Wicked wants to get back to full guard.
Wicked is trying to defend against the ground and pound but De Vega scores with a couple of nice shots.
De Vega thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wicked's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Escobar De Vega dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Jab from De Vega.
De Vega just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wicked. De Vega does a little dance to reset his feet.
De Vega misses with a jab to the body
and Wicked counters with a left and a right that stings De Vega.
Wicked throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and De Vega counters with a right hand to the body.
Wicked throws a nice inside leg kick.
De Vega connects with an inside leg kick.
De Vega wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wicked with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling De Vega to score with a decent uppercut.
De Vega throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Wicked on the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wicked misses with an uppercut.
De Vega avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
De Vega throws a good cross that connects.
Wicked tries to clinch
letting De Vega counter with a right hand.
De Vega missing with a left hand there. Wicked was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
De Vega fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Wicked.#T1#
Wicked throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent De Vega stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wicked misses with the combination.
Wicked avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wicked misses with a straight left.
Nice body punch from De Vega.
Wicked takes a shot right to the bread basket.
De Vega just misses with a punch to the body.
Wicked wants to counter the offense by De Vega and move into the clinch position.
De Vega is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wicked can do to turn this around?
De Vega with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wicked scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jab by Wicked.
Wicked tries to close the distance and clinch but De Vega swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wicked tries to clinch up but De Vega circles away and keeps his distance.
An attempted straight right counter from De Vega misses the target.
De Vega darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Wicked gets a clinch.
Wicked stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Wicked scores with a hook to the body.
De Vega has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Wicked gets through De Vega's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
De Vega misses with the head strike.
De Vega misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wicked.
Wicked lands an uppercut.
De Vega can't find room to land a body shot as Wicked controls the action.
De Vega lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wicked backwards.
De Vega blocking some punches.
Wicked lands a right hand.
Wicked swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wicked lands on the inside with an uppercut.
De Vega blocking some punches. #T3#
Wicked lands with a light punch inside.
De Vega lands with a short head shot on the inside.
De Vega tries to throw a body punch but Wicked avoids it by throwing De Vega back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wicked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wicked.
De Vega has Wicked pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Wicked manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
De Vega working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wicked scores with a hook to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wicked makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Wicked swings wildly with an uppercut but De Vega uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wicked prevents a body shot from De Vega.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Wicked.
Shezzo Wicked seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
De Vega swings wildly with an uppercut but Wicked uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for De Vega.
De Vega struggles to land a body shot inside as Wicked controls his hands. #T4#
Wicked has a couple of punches blocked by De Vega. #TD#
Wicked is fighting off a takedown attempt but De Vega is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Wicked to the mat. Wicked regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wicked looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wicked has control of De Vega's left arm, preventing De Vega from doing any damage.
De Vega missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Wicked wants to sweep here but De Vega controlling him for the moment.
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 Escobar De Vega will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Wicked throws a leg kick but De Vega checks it.
Wicked lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but De Vega circles away quickly and effectively.
De Vega throws a jab when Wicked was well out of range.
Wicked throws a shot to the body.
Shezzo Wicked seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
De Vega lands a slapping body shot.
A head kick misses from Wicked.
Wicked misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wicked connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Wicked takes one to the chin there.
De Vega dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wicked avoids the body shot from De Vega.
De Vega with a body punch. A glancing blow.
De Vega scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Vega dodges the punch combination from Wicked. #T1##CL2#
De Vega gets tackled into the cage by Wicked. Wicked maintains the clinch.
Wicked will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning De Vega up against the cage.
Wicked doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Wicked.
Wicked tries to land knees in the clinch but De Vega avoids the damage to the body.
De Vega working aggressively here.
Wicked throws an elbow but it misses.
Good body shot from De Vega. #BC#
De Vega breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wicked throws a poor cross that misses
and De Vega counters with a stiff right hand.
De Vega darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
De Vega misses with a body shot.
De Vega pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shezzo Wicked has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wicked throws a lazy head kick
and De Vega counters with a series of strikes. Wicked will be more careful next time no doubt.
De Vega throws a body shot but no joy.
This has been an exciting period of action!
De Vega throws a looping overhand right but Wicked ducks down to avoid it.
Wicked shapes to counter with a head kick.
De Vega lands a head shot.
Wicked looks to land a combination. De Vega sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Wicked takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wicked takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wicked with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling De Vega to score with a decent uppercut.
De Vega lands with an uppercut that bounces Wicked off the cage and back into range.
Good standup being displayed there by De Vega as he connects with a hook.
Wicked tests De Vega's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wicked fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but De Vega is out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for De Vega.
De Vega throws a head kick that misses.
De Vega sets himself, and Wicked steps forward looking for the clinch! De Vega avoids it this time.
Escobar De Vega is winning the standup battle so far.
Wicked does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #T3#
Wicked will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Wicked lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and De Vega has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from De Vega and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Wicked moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
De Vega keeps the fight on the outside.
De Vega tries to counter with a takedown but Wicked is quick to defend against it.
A looping hook to the body misses from De Vega. Wicked does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shezzo Wicked is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
De Vega pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL2#
Wicked moves into the clinch.
De Vega is looking to break free of the clinch but Wicked has double underhooks.
Wicked working aggressively here.
Wicked misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wicked throws a blind hook that connects with the side of De Vegas head.
Wicked misses with some punches.
Wicked lands a right hand that snaps the head of De Vega backwards.
Wicked misses with some punches. #T4#
Wicked swings wildly with an uppercut but De Vega uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wicked.
De Vega blocks an elbow strike.
De Vega lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
De Vega is working Wicked over against the cage.
Wicked throws a head punch that misses.
De Vega struggles to land a body shot inside as Wicked controls his hands.
De Vega misses with a body punch.
A right hand to the body from De Vega.
Wicked throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Wicked throws a head punch that misses.
Wicked lands a shot to the body.
De Vega is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#BC#
De Vega escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wicked throws a combination but it was largely blocked by De Vega.
Wicked walks into a jab.
De Vega wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.

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 Escobar De Vega.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for De Vega, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27

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

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