Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Warrior MMA 5
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
Kemp stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kemp wants it to stay on the feet.#CL2#
East moves into range and clinches up with Kemp.
Kemp stops a takedown attempt from East.
East has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kemp after a bit of a struggle.
Joel Kemp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Garry East.
East is trying to pull guard but Kemp has him pressed against the cage.
East has Kemp pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kemp manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Kemp manages to break the clinch.
Kemp fails with a takedown attempt.
East unleashes a big counter combination but Kemp bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
East shoots in but no luck this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
East throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kemp's waist but Kemp gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing East off to one side.
East dives in and grabs Kemp's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kemp pushes down on East's head and hops out.
East swats away the attempt to clinch by Kemp.
East tries to clinch up.#T1#
Kemp throws a nice outside leg kick.
East sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#CL#
Kemp clinches.
East tries to pull guard but Kemp holds him up against the cage and eventually East drops back down to his feet.
Kemp tries to score a body lock takedown but East shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kemp connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Garry East has been cut.
Kemp is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Kemp gets control of East's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kemp will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
East stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kemp swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kemp tries to strike from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Kemp's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Kemp looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2##SUB#
Kemp working for a triangle but East defends it easily.
Kemp doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
East sitting in guard here, content to control.
East looking to sit in guard and control but Kemp gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kemp sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
East keeping moving, preventing Kemp from controlling successfully.
Kemp tries to free his leg and advance position but East is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
East is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
East has his foot on Kemp's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kemp works his way back into a safe position though.
East trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as East holds on and takes a little breather.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kemp trying to control the position from guard on top but East is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
East is looking to clinch but Kemp is avoiding it.
Kemp chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kemp avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
East is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kemp sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kemp.
East wants to get back to his feet but Kemp is dominant here and he's now got East's back!#SUB#
Kemp patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
East wants to control his opponent's hands but Kemp gets his hands free.
Kemp throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joel Kemp dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Garry East's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kemp moves in looking to clinch but East pushes him off.
East throws a series of strikes that have Kemp backpedaling.
No luck for Kemp with that takedown attempt.
East shoots in for a takedown but Kemp shows good takedown defense.
East stuffs the takedown.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from East is defended easily by Kemp.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kemp throws a head kick that misses.
East wants to counter with a clinch but Kemp pushes him away.
Nice sprawl there from Kemp as East shoots in.
Joel Kemp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Garry East.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kemp looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Kemp blocks a low kick nicely.
Kemp seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
East slips under a jab.
Kemp tries to clinch but East moves out of range.
Kemp avoids the head kick by East.
Kemp seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from East enables Kemp to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. East manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if East can do anything to dispel that myth.
East wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kemp is now in half guard.
East desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Kemp prevents East from standing back up.
Kemp is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that East can do to turn this around?#T2#
East is pressing down on Kemp's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kemp preventing the sweep.
Kemp showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
East is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Kemp trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kemp trying to control the position from guard on top but East is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kemp wants to stand and escape but instead East has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB##T3#
East tries to free his leg and advance position but Kemp is retaining full guard.
My spies in Rio Grappling Club inform me that East has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kemp tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kemp preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
East tries to free his leg and advance position but Kemp is retaining full guard.
Kemp thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
East controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kemp misses with a takedown #CL2#
and East counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by East.
Kemp fails to pull guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kemp is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables East to keep the fight standing.
Kemp tries to score a body lock takedown but East shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Stalling in the clinch from Kemp. #BC#
Kemp breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
East stuffs the takedown attempt from Kemp. Kemp gets slowly back to his feet.
Kemp shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts East as he jumps to the side.
Joel Kemp is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
East darts in and clinches Kemp up against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
East drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kemp gets the underhooks and prevents it.
East prevents a body shot from Kemp.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Garry East showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Garry East's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
East scores with a nice right hand.
Kemp keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
Kemp fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with East, pushing him back against the cage.
Kemp tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kemp keeps the fight in the clinch, despite East's efforts to push away.
East wants a takedown but no success here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
East jumps guard but Kemp turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Joel Kemp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Garry East.
Kemp with an attempt at a knee that misses. #TD#
Kemp has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics East uses from the top position.
Kemp not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1##SUB#
Kemp is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and East defends well.
East controlling from the top position.
Joel Kemp overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
East stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kemp swivels though and keeps the full guard.
East is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kemp is trying to keep East in close. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Kemp throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! East escapes and throws Kemp's legs to the side, diving into side control!
East controlling the position from side mount. #SU2#
East decides to stand back up. #T3#
East tries to clinch up.
Kemp tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
East looking to land some kicks to the body here.
East dives in and grabs Kemp's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kemp pushes down on East's head and hops out.
Kemp changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
East shoots in for a takedown but Kemp shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kemp tries to clinch there but East circles away.
Kemp walks into a straight right hand from East.
Kemp lets loose with a powerful body kick. East will feel that in the morning.
East tries a head kick but it misses.
Kemp tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but East paws at him with a jab and circles away.
East darts in looking for a takedown but Kemp gets double underhooks and turns East into the cage.
East takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kemp or perhaps it was just good defense by East, which made it look bad.
Joel Kemp is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
East wants to clinch up but Kemp keeps it at a distance.
No luck for Kemp with that takedown attempt.
Kemp fails with the takedown.
East is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kemp fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice takedown defense from East. No joy for Kemp on that attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
East fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
Kemp closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Joel Kemp.
Well Kemp 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 28:29
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:29
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: Warrior MMA 5
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
Cross shoots in for a double leg but Jupiter sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jupiter misses with a takedown attempt - Cross sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jupiter shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cross as he avoids it easily.
Cross drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jupiter sprawls and moves away.#CL2#
Jupiter closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Jupiter manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Jupiter has managed to clinch.
Jupiter is working for takedown but Cross is calmly controlling the position for now.
Horace Cross has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Freddy Jupiter.
Jupiter being controlled against the cage.
Cross is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jupiter is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cross fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Cross gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jupiter. #T1#
Cross wants to take the fight to the mat but Jupiter manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
Jupiter gets control of Cross's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jupiter will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Jupiter looking for a sweep. Not yet Jupiter, not yet.
Jupiter working a defensive guard but Cross manages to pass into side control anyway.
We've been hearing good reports from Cross's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Jupiter has one of Cross's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.#SUB#
Cross is trying to get an arm triangle but Jupiter is defending well.
Jupiter prevents Cross from moving into mount. #T2#
Cross controlling the position from side mount.
Cross wants to control but Jupiter is keeping him busy.
Cross scores with punches from side control.
Cross controlling the position from side mount.
Cross wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jupiter keeps working. #T3#
Jupiter is looking to reverse the position.
Jupiter is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Cross's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Jupiter wants to control but Cross is keeping busy.
Cross controlling the action here. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jupiter trying to control from the bottom.
Cross wants to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Jupiter throws a sloppy head kick and Cross moves out of range easily.
Jupiter doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Cross counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Cross.
Cross stopping the sweep attempt from Jupiter.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cross's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Cross drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Jupiter dives on top into guard.#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Horace Cross will probably get the nod.
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#
A head kick misses from Jupiter.
Cross throws a counter high kick but Jupiter was just alert enough to avoid it.
Cross throws a body kick that misses #CL2#
and Jupiter moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Jupiter breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD#
Cross shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Well, if Cross 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.
Cross is keen to just control but Jupiter is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jupiter is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Cross scores with a couple of nice shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cross working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
Cross is thwarting Jupiter's attempts to control the position.
Jupiter holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Cross performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Cross trying to control the action but Jupiter is working from the bottom.
Jupiter is trying to maintain the position but Cross is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Cross is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Cross not doing much here.
Jupiter pushes Cross off looking to stand but Cross dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cross lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Cross. No joy for Jupiter on that attempt.
Horace Cross is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Cross defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jupiter.
Cross swats away the attempt to clinch by Jupiter.#T3#
Cross shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Jupiter counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cross!

Cross sneaks out the side door and pushes Jupiter away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Cross tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jupiter feints the counter takedown.
A lazy body kick from Cross #TD2#
and Jupiter counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jupiter.
Cross wants to get back to his feet but Jupiter passes into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#REVR#
Horace Cross overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cross gets full guard.#SUB#
Cross working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jupiter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jupiter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Jupiter stays in close to Cross's body and controls the position.
Jupiter must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
Jupiter trying to control but Cross is working from the bottom.
Jupiter landing some decent shots from guard. #SU2#
Jupiter stands up from Cross's guard - Jupiter perhaps looking for a knockout.
Cross scores with a hook to the body. Jupiter takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Horace Cross dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD#
Jupiter gets caught napping as Cross dives in and scores a takedown. Jupiter manages to retain guard.
Jupiter wants to sweep but no luck.
Jupiter 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#
Jupiter trying to control from half guard but Cross is working away.
Cross wants to get back to full guard but Jupiter has mounted him!
My spies in Rio Grappling Club inform me that Jupiter has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cross is working to get back to half guard.
Jupiter lands a big shot there that rocks Cross but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Jupiter tries to control but Cross wriggling away. #T1#
Cross tries to hold on but Jupiter postures up.
Jupiter postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Cross looks a forlorn figure.
Cross is squirming around, avoiding Jupiter's attempts to control the action.
Cross is wriggling around trying to escape.
Jupiter misses with a head shot.
Cross regains half guard.#T2##SUB#
Cross looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jupiter is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Jupiter is looking to stall here but Cross recovers full guard.
Cross wants to stand and escape but Jupiter is having none of it. #SUB#
Cross is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jupiter in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Cross looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jupiter is one step ahead there.
Jupiter slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Cross has Jupiter pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jupiter checks a leg kick.
Jupiter throws a counter combo.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
A punch combination from Cross misses.
Jupiter throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Cross.
Cross thinks about countering with a head kick.
Jupiter defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cross.
Cross tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jupiter sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Cross somewhat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD#
Cross shoots in and gets a takedown into Jupiter's guard.

Jupiter manages to escape and get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cross shoots in looking for a takedown but Jupiter manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Cross's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Freddy Jupiter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Horace Cross is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Horace Cross. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cross showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jupiter.

And that's the end of the fight!
Freddy Jupiter comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Cross 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 29:29
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: Warrior MMA 5
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Baine.
Trouble wants to counter with a clinch but Baine pushes him away.#TD2#
Trouble shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Trouble was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Trouble is looking to take a break and control but Baine is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Baine is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Trouble off and has taken his back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
I really don't envy Trouble right now.
Baine controls the position.
Trouble trying to control the action but Baine just sinks the hooks in. #T1##SUB#
Baine has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Trouble has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Baine has good solid back control here. #SUB#
Baine patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baine misses with a punch to the head. #T2#
Trouble covering up well under a series of strikes from Baine. #SUB#
Baine has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Trouble is in real trouble here. Baine gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Trouble is tapping out! Baine wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Herbert Baine!

Event: Warrior MMA 5
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1##TD#
Moses shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Moses perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Snider is looking to control Moses's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Snider avoid being mounted?
Snider is looking to improve his position.
Moses tries to pass to full mount but Snider defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snider is looking to improve his position.
Snider is in trouble now - Moses has advanced to mount! #T1#
Snider tries to hold on but Moses postures up.
Moses looking to control and managing it successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Moses's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
BOOM! Moses connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Moses lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #T2#
Moses controlling from the full mount.
Moses tries to control but Snider wriggling away.
Moses tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Snider tries to hold on but Moses pushes him away. #SU#
Moses is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Snider moves in looking to clinch but Moses pushes him off.
Snider tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Moses paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Moses seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Moses misses with the combination. #T3#
Snider lands with a nice combination. Moses backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#It looks like Joseph Moses has been cut.
Moses is trying hard to land a takedown here. Snider sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Snider gets tackled into the cage by Moses. Moses maintains the clinch.
Snider is looking to break free of the clinch but Moses has double underhooks.
The referee is keeping an eye on Moses - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #TD#
Moses pulls Snider into guard.
Snider wants to stand and escape but instead Moses has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Moses wants to control from the top but Snider keeps moving.
Snider is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Moses is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Snider is trying to control the position but Moses postures up.
Moses is pushing down on Snider's leg trying to pass to half guard. Snider is fighting to maintain full guard but Moses has managed to sneak the leg through.
Snider avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Moses.
Moses takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Moses wants to control but Snider is keeping him busy.
Still in half guard, Moses seems content to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joseph Moses dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joseph Moses's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Snider fails with an attempt to clinch.
Snider shoots in for a double leg but Moses sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Snider tries to close the distance and clinch up but Moses swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Snider shoots for a double leg takedown but Moses sprawls well. He's pushed Snider's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A head kick misses from Snider.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Snider.
Joseph Moses has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Solomon Snider.
Moses with a lazy takedown attempt
and Snider counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Snider moves into range and connects with a jab.
Snider shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Moses as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moses has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#TD#
Snider gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Moses to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T1##SU#
Moses stands and steps away. Snider gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Moses misses with an uppercut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Snider looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nice takedown defense from Snider. No joy for Moses on that attempt.
Snider doesn't manage to clinch there - Moses circles away. #CL#
Moses closes the distance and pushes Snider back into the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Moses. #TD#
Moses drags the fight down to the ground.
Moses bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Snider's guard. #REVR##T2#
Snider is trying to control the position but Moses postures up.
Snider working a defensive guard but Moses manages to pass into side control anyway.
Moses landing strikes.
Moses has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Snider!
Moses is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Snider can do to turn this around?
Moses is landing with some decent strikes but Snider is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Moses has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Snider is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joseph Moses!

Event: Warrior MMA 5
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
Reagan shoots in looking for a takedown. Santos tries to sprawl out of it but Reagan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Santos manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Santos fails with a takedown attempt. #CL2#
Reagan clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Reagan manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Santos has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Reagan is proving hard to escape from.
Reagan is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Santos is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Reagan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Santos is aware though and is defending well.
Santos wants to control from the top but Reagan keeps moving.
We've been hearing good reports from Santos's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Reagan is trying to keep Santos in close.
Reagan might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Santos haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Reagan has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Santos.
Reagan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Santos tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Reagan swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Santos. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reagan with a poor takedown #CL#
and Santos counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Reagan fails to pull guard. #T2##BC2#
Reagan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Reagan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Santos paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A quick step to the side and Santos tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL2#
Reagan moves into the clinch.#BC#
Santos breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Reagan tries to score a power double leg takedown but Santos sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Reagan somewhat.
Reagan tries to clinch up.
Santos throws a head kick that misses.
Santos takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Reagan throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#It looks like Diego Santos has been cut.
Santos tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Reagan paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Reagan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Reagan throws a series of punches but Santos moves out of range.
Santos is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3##KD#
Santos lands a big head kick that sends Reagan tumbling to the mat! Santos takes a step backwards and waves Reagan back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Ethan Reagan has been cut.
Santos misses the jab.#TD#
Santos bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Santos cracks Reagan with a big elbow. #ROC#Reagan is rocked!
Reagan tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Santos easily slips into full mount!
Reagan is working to get back to half guard.
Reagan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Santos controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Santos working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Reagan looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Santos! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Diego Santos!

Event: Warrior MMA 4
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Sullivan. No joy for Baine on that attempt. #CL2#
Sullivan drives through and clinches with Baine against the cage. #BC2#
Sullivan breaks the clinch.
Baine misses with a takedown attempt
letting Sullivan counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Sullivan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Sullivan jumps guard.
Baine is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sullivan is trying to control the position but Baine postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baine trying to control the position from guard on top but Sullivan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Baine tries to stand but Sullivan is controlling from the bottom. #T1#
Baine stops Sullivan from standing up.
Sullivan is pulling down on Baine's head. It's preventing any offense from Baine, at least for the moment.
Sullivan looking to control.
Baine wants to control from the top but Sullivan keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Baine doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sullivan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Herbert Baine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Baine looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sullivan is fending him off so far but Baine persists. Nope, Sullivan circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Sullivan closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sullivan drops down looking for an ankle pick but Baine pulls his leg out and moves away. #T2##TD2#
Baine tries to sprawl but Sullivan drives through with a takedown into half guard.

Baine makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
A head kick misses from Baine.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baine with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Sullivan counters by moving into the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Baine.#BC2#
Sullivan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Baine throws a shot from downtown. Sullivan moves away and avoids it.#CL#
Baine rushes Sullivan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Baine wants to take the fight to the mat but Sullivan manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sullivan blocks a body shot from Baine.
Baine works on Sullivan's body with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Baine jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sullivan walks away with a smile on his face. Baine gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD2#
Baine gets caught flat footed, as Sullivan shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Sullivan stopping the sweep attempt from Baine.
Sullivan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Sullivan trying to control but Baine is working from the bottom.
Sullivan prevents Baine from getting back to his feet.
Sullivan won't allow Baine to sweep him here.
Baine is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Sullivan trying to control but Baine is working from the bottom.
Sullivan is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Baine gets caught flat footed, as Sullivan shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Baine is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Baine lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Sullivan will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sampson Sullivan dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Baine wants to clinch.
Herbert Baine is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Baine is defended easily by Sullivan.
Sullivan needs to keep his hands up - Baine had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Sullivan manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Baine on his heels. He'll look to pass Baine's guard now, I'm sure.
Baine is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Baine trying to keep a closed guard but Sullivan is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Baine manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sullivan manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Baine is looking to pass into half guard but Sullivan pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Sullivan is in guard.#REVB#
Sullivan preventing the sweep.
We've been hearing good reports from Baine's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Sullivan's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Baine working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sullivan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sullivan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sullivan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
Sullivan postures up.
Baine keeping moving, preventing Sullivan from controlling successfully. #SU2#
Sullivan stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Sullivan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sullivan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sullivan swats away the attempt to clinch by Baine.#T3##TD2#
Sullivan shoots in and bounces Baine off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Sullivan wants to control from the top but Baine keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sullivan with a nice head shot there.
Baine looking for a sweep. Not yet Baine, not yet.
Baine looking to control. #T4#
Sullivan trying to control but Baine is working from the bottom.
Baine keeping full guard, as Sullivan tries to pass.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Baine throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Sullivan closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Baine quickly recovers to half guard.
Sampson Sullivan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Baine is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Baine is trying to control but Sullivan passes into side control!
Baine is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sampson Sullivan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Baine's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Sullivan stuffs the takedown.
The fight stays on the outside here - Baine looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Sullivan clinches up against the cage.
Baine drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Baine has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sullivan just leaning against Baine, taking a breather.
Baine can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Herbert Baine. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Sullivan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Sullivan shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T1#
Baine is doing well to control the position and prevent Sullivan from advancing to side control.
Baine wants to control but Sullivan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
My spies in Rio Grappling Club inform me that Sullivan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baine is looking to improve his position.
Baine works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sullivan scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Baine is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sullivan defends well.
Sullivan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Sullivan throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Baine works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Sullivan passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Sullivan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Baine knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Baine tries to buck Sullivan off but Sullivan is having none of it.#T3#
Sullivan takes a little break here. Baine wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Baine regains half guard.
Sullivan wants to take a breather but Baine is having none of it.
Baine trying to hold on to Sullivan's head to control him but Sullivan postures up.
Baine is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Baine on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Baine wants to get back to his feet.
Well, if Sullivan 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. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sullivan throws a combination. Baine tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Baine drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Sullivan is looking for a sweep.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sampson Sullivan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sullivan 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sampson Sullivan!

Event: Warrior MMA 4
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1#
Seagal takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Seagal shoots in but no luck this time.
Seagal 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. #CL#
Seagal rushes East and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Seagal looking for a takedown. #BC2#
East breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Seagal keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Seagal seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Seagal scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
East keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
East is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Seagal. That's going to take a lot out of him.
East lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Seagal at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
East tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Seagal defends well and East ends up having to push Seagal into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
East throws a sloppy head kick and Seagal moves out of range easily.
East tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Seagal swivels and escapes.
Seagal moves in looking to clinch but East pushes him off.#T1#
East tries a head kick but it misses.
Seagal looks for a takedown but East sprawls well.
Seagal tries to clinch up.
Nice takedown defense from Seagal. No joy for East on that attempt.
East shoots in but no luck this time.
Seagal shoots in looking for a takedown. East tries to sprawl out of it but Seagal keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. East manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Seagal gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2##BC2#
East escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
East closes the distance and clinches up with Seagal, looking for a takedown. East pushes Seagal against the cage but Seagal circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Seagal is looking to clinch.
Seagal shoots in for a takedown but East shows good takedown defense.
East tries to counter with a clinch but Seagal shakes him off and moves away.
Seagal shoots in and drives through. East sprawls well.
Seagal doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and East counters by clinching up.
East changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Seagal fights it off and pushes away nicely.
East is trying hard to land a takedown here. Seagal sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Danga de danga de dang - East scores with a four punch combination!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
East misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Seagal finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
East is looking for the big counter here.#T3#
Good shot there by Seagal.
Seagal throws out a leg kick but East moves out of range and Seagal only half commits.
Seagal throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and East holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Seagal is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD#
Seagal has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics East uses from the top position.
East controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
East looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Seagal is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and East defends well.
East looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Seagal is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and East dives into side control.
East throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
My spies in Rio Grappling Club inform me that East has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
You can see the frustration on Seagal's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
East throws a strike aimed at the side of Seagal's head but Seagal avoids it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Garry East dominated that round.
That's time! Seagal's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
East fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
East shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Seagal sprawls well. Seagal wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. East gets slowly back to his feet.
East keeps the fight on the outside.
East shoots in but no luck this time.
Jake Seagal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Garry East.
Seagal is looking to clinch.
Garry East seems to be getting the better of the standup.
East tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Seagal swivels and escapes.
East tries to score a power double leg takedown but Seagal sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten East somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
East tries to move into range but Seagal moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
East shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Seagal as he avoids it easily.
Jake Seagal is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
East tries to clinch but Seagal moves out of range.
East is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Seagal fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with East, pushing him back against the cage.#TD#
Seagal drags the fight down to the ground.
Seagal pulls East in close to his closed guard and prevents East from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
East stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Seagal swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
East postures up. #SU2#
East decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Seagal, up you get!
Seagal throws a sloppy head kick and East moves out of range easily.
East lands with a right hand.
East darts in looking for a takedown but Seagal gets double underhooks and turns East into the cage.
East avoids a kick to the body. #T3#
East throws a half hearted mid kick.
East shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Seagal pinned against the cage. Seagal gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Seagal keeps the fight on the outside.
East has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Seagal counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2#
East manages to break the clinch. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Seagal has knocked East down with a huge combo! Seagal steps away and waves a wobbly East back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#East is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Garry East has been cut.
Seagal shoots in for a takedown but East shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
East is still on wobbly legs! Can Seagal finish him?
East shoots in and drives through. Seagal sprawls well.
Seagal half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
East seems to have recovered his senses.
East defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Seagal.
East is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Seagal shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says East as he avoids it easily.
Seagal blocks a head kick by East.
No luck for East with that takedown attempt.
Seagal changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
East is breathing heavily.
Seagal tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but East swivels and escapes.
Seagal misses with a takedown attempt - East sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
East's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and East duly obliges.
East shoots in looking for a takedown. Seagal tries to sprawl out of it but East keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Seagal manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jake Seagal dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Garry East's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Seagal fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
East unleashes a big counter combination but Seagal bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
East uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seagal.
East is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
No luck for East with that takedown attempt.
Seagal changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Seagal shoots in but East avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Seagal doesn't succeed with the takedown
and East counters with a three punch combo that has Seagal backing up. Seagal nods at East to acknowledge the strikes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Seagal. That's going to take a lot out of him.
East dives in for a single leg takedown but Seagal sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
East gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Seagal is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables East to keep the fight standing.
Seagal jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as East walks away with a smile on his face. Seagal gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
East rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Seagal moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
No luck for East with that takedown attempt.
Seagal tries a low kick but East avoids it.
East wants to counter the offense by Seagal and move into the clinch position.
East changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Seagal tries to avoid it but East manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Seagal to the ground. Seagal escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
East takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Seagal misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
East gets a clinch.
East is looking for a takedown.
Seagal fails to pull guard.
Seagal is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC2#
East breaks the clinch. #T2#
Seagal dives in for a single leg takedown but East sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Seagal is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Seagal jumps guard but East stands there with Seagal around his waist. Seagal gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Seagal is looking for a takedown up against the cage. East gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Seagal misses with the head strike.
Seagal wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but East has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
East breaks from the clinch.
East shoots in looking for a takedown but Seagal manages to keep the fight standing, pushing East's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Seagal fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with East, pushing him back against the cage.
East missing with knees to the body.
Seagal managing to block the knees to the body from East. #T3#
Seagal looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Seagal stops a takedown attempt from East. #TD#
Seagal pulls guard successfully.
East is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Seagal isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. East stacks Seagal on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by East!
East throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
East working away.#T4#
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
East controlling the position from side mount.
We've been hearing good reports from Seagal's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
East working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
East trying to control the position but Seagal is working away.
East throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Garry East comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think East 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 28:29
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Garry East!

Event: Warrior MMA 4
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1#
Cross throws a body punch but Booker moves out of range. #TD#
Cross bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Cross controls the position.
Cross tries to move into full mount but can't pass Booker's legs.
Cross throws a strike aimed at the side of Booker's head but Booker avoids it well.
Cross working away.#SU#
Cross stands up. #TD#
Cross scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Cross is staying tight to Booker's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T1#
Cross connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Booker some visible discomfort.
Cross controlling from side mount.
Booker is looking for a sweep.
Booker prevents Cross from moving into mount.
Cross trying to control the action but Booker is working from the bottom. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Cross throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Cross working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Booker tries to improve position but can't.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #SUB#
Cross tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Cross will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Cross tries for a kimura but Booker is defending well. #T3#
Cross takes a little break here. Booker wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Cross 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.
Cross creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#SUB#
Cross looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Cross is chipping away with strikes. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SU#
Cross stands up.
Cross tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Booker defends well and Cross ends up having to push Booker into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cross is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Booker is defending well for now.
Cross working hard to break the clinch.
Cross is trying to break free.#TD2#
Booker gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.

Cross has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Booker has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Cross is trying to force a seperation but Booker has the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Booker leaning against his opponent.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Cross wants to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Horace Cross dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Cross tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Booker manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Booker looking for a takedown here - he's got it.

Cross pushes Booker off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Booker throws a right hand that Cross ducks under and follows up with a left that Cross also avoids with ease.
Booker shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cross but Cross pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Cross tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Booker manages to circle out of the way.
Cross showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Booker. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Booker enables Cross to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Booker manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cross stays in close to Booker's body and controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SU#
Cross stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Cross fails to land the takedown.
Booker shoots in but Cross avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Cross half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Cross pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Booker displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Cross. #CL2#
Booker forces Cross back against the cage and clinches.#T2#
Booker avoiding damage. #TD#
Cross has picked Booker up - he's going for a ride! Cross dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Booker is refusing to be controlled, as Cross sits in half guard.
Booker is trying to control but can't.
Booker manages to get to full guard.
Cross works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3##ES2#
Booker has one foot on Cross's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Cross keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Cross bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SU#
Cross decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Cross misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Booker drives through and clinches with Cross against the cage. #TD2#
Booker jumps guard.
Cross content to stall in guard here.
Cross wants to pass the guard but Booker is keeping the position.#T4#
Cross 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.
Booker wants to sweep but no luck.
We've been hearing good reports from Cross's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Booker is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cross 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.
Booker keeping full guard, as Cross tries to pass.
Cross sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Horace Cross will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##TD2#
Booker closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Cross quickly recovers to half guard.
Cross regains full guard. Nicely done.
Cross tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cross looking to control.
Booker preventing the sweep.
Booker wants to control from the top but Cross keeps moving.
Booker stopping the sweep attempt from Cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cross is pulling down on Booker's head to control his posture.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Booker won't allow Cross to sweep him here. #T1#
Booker trying to control the position from guard on top but Cross is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Booker displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Cross.
Cross misses with a takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Booker stuffs the takedown attempt from Cross. Cross gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Horace Cross. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Booker shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Cross is trying to defend but Booker finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Cross preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T2#
Cross trying to hold on to Booker's head to control him but Booker postures up.
Well, if Booker 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.
Booker is continuing to stall.#SUB2#
Booker is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cross sees it coming and defends easily.
Horace Cross overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Cross wants to control the action here but instead Booker manages to pass to full mount!
Cross slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Cross wants to control but Booker is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Cross is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Booker's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Booker's back!
Cross has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Booker's body. #SUB#
Booker preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Cross. #T4#
Cross lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Booker hold on?!
Cross avoiding Booker 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Cross is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Booker tries to break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
I would not like to be Booker right now.
Danny Booker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Horace Cross is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Booker tries to escape the position.

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 Horace Cross.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cross, 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Horace Cross!

Event: Warrior MMA 4
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1#
Reagan shoots in looking for a takedown. Snider tries to sprawl out of it but Reagan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Snider manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Snider fails to land with a series of punches.
Snider throws a series of punches but Reagan avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
Reagan clinches up with Snider and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Reagan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Reagan shoots for a double leg takedown but Snider sprawls well. He's pushed Reagan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Reagan misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snider shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Reagan but Reagan pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Reagan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Snider is fending him off so far but Reagan persists. Nope, Snider circles away and we're back to standing.
Solomon Snider has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ethan Reagan.
Snider moves in looking to clinch but Reagan pushes him off.#CL#
Snider clinches up against the cage.#T1#
Snider fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Reagan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Snider just stands there and leans against the cage.
Reagan is trying to pull guard but Snider turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Reagan manages to break the clinch.
Reagan leaves Snider with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Snider shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Reagan sprawls well. Reagan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Snider gets slowly back to his feet.
Reagan throws a fast counter high kick but Snider manages to duck under it in time.
No luck for Reagan with that takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Snider tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Reagan fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Reagan tries to score a power double leg takedown but Snider sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Reagan somewhat.
Nice sprawl there from Reagan as Snider shoots in.
Nice takedown defense from Snider. No joy for Reagan on that attempt. #CL2#
Reagan clinches.
Reagan managing to block the knees to the body from Snider.
Reagan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Snider has had enough of the clinch but Reagan keeps him there for the moment.
Reagan is looking to take this one to the mat.
Snider can't get the takedown.
Snider is looking to take this one to the mat.
Snider lands a nice uppercut.#T3#
Reagan has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Snider avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Reagan tries to pull guard but Snider won't allow it.
Snider drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Reagan gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Reagan is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Reagan is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Reagan goes for a takedown attempt but Snider pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Snider shoots in looking for a takedown but Reagan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Snider's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A jab from Reagan misses. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Reagan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Snider swivels and escapes.
Snider throws a sloppy head kick and Reagan moves out of range easily.
Snider changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Reagan tries to avoid it but Snider manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Reagan to the ground. Reagan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Some wild striking there from Snider.
Reagan unleashes a big counter combination but Snider bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Reagan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Snider counters with a two punch combo.
Reagan takes a swing at Snider's ribcage but misses.
Reagan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Snider's waist but Snider gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Reagan off to one side.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Reagan clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Reagan pulls guard effortlessly.
Snider trying to control the position from guard on top but Reagan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Solomon Snider will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Snider misses with a takedown
and Reagan counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL2#
Reagan closes the distance and clinches.
Snider blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC2#
Reagan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Reagan dives in and grabs Snider's left leg, looking for a takedown. Snider pushes down on Reagan's head and hops out.
Snider keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Snider moves into the clinch.
Snider taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Snider looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Reagan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Snider gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1#
Snider tries to score a body lock takedown but Reagan shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Snider jumps guard but Reagan stands there with Snider around his waist. Snider gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Solomon Snider. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reagan drops down looking for an ankle pick but Snider pulls his leg out and moves away.
Snider changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Reagan tries to avoid it but Snider manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Reagan to the ground. Reagan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Reagan follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#CL#
Snider moves into the clinch.
Reagan is trying to pull guard but Snider has him pressed against the cage.
Snider tries to pull guard but Reagan won't allow it.
Snider has had enough of the clinch but Reagan keeps him there for the moment.#TD#
Snider ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Snider no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Snider trying to keep a closed guard but Reagan is proving a slippery customer.
Reagan passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2##ES#
Snider sneaks out the side door and pushes Reagan away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#CL2#
Reagan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Snider, pushing him back against the cage.
Snider tries for a takedown. No joy. #BC2#
Reagan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Reagan is looking to slow Snider down with leg kicks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Reagan is defended easily by Snider.
Snider is looking to counter with head kicks.
Reagan closes the distance and clinches up with Snider, looking for a takedown. Reagan pushes Snider against the cage but Snider circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Snider misses with a head kick. #T3##CL2#
Reagan clinches.
Reagan is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Snider is defending well.
Reagan is looking to take this one to the mat.
Reagan drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Reagan slowing the pace effectively.
Snider taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #TD#
Snider manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Reagan is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4#
Snider is looking to stand up but Reagan isn't so interested in that idea.
Snider seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Snider not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Snider looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've been hearing good reports from Snider's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Reagan wants to pass the guard but Snider is keeping the position.
My spies in Rio Grappling Club inform me that Reagan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Solomon Snider will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Reagan leaves Snider with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And Reagan tries to counter it with a takedown but Snider pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Snider tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Reagan swivels and escapes.
Reagan is looking to slow Snider down with leg kicks.
Snider falls off balance throwing a combination #CL2#
and Reagan holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Reagan goes for a takedown attempt but Snider pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Reagan misses with a takedown attempt - Snider sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snider shoots in for a takedown but Reagan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Reagan unleashes a big counter combination but Snider bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Solomon Snider. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Reagan scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Snider has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Reagan is working away from the top position though.
Reagan trying to mount his opponent but Snider defends it. #T1#
Reagan sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Reagan thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Snider is trying to get back to full guard.
Snider gets back to full guard. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Reagan trying to control the position from guard on top but Snider is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reagan 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.
Reagan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Reagan wants to control from the top but Snider keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Reagan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Snider.
Snider tries to score a power double leg takedown but Reagan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Snider somewhat.#T3#
Reagan throws a jab when Snider was well out of range.
Reagan throws a right and a left that Snider avoids nicely.
Reagan misses with a takedown attempt - Snider sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Reagan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Snider closes the distance and clinches up with Reagan, looking for a takedown. Snider pushes Reagan against the cage but Reagan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Reagan gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Reagan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Reagan shoots in for a takedown but Snider shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Snider pushes Reagan up against the cage in a clinch.
Snider blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T4#
Snider wants to stall.
Snider is trying to pull guard but Reagan turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Snider trying to control the position but instead, Reagan has worked for underhooks and has pushed Snider into the cage.#TD2#
Reagan jumps guard.
Ethan Reagan has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Snider got a little sloppy there for a moment and Reagan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Snider has managed to get both his arms back between Reagan's legs - danger averted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Snider trying to control but Reagan is working from the bottom.
Ethan Reagan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Solomon Snider is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Reagan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ethan Reagan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Snider 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 29:28
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Solomon Snider!

Event: Warrior MMA 4
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Vladivich moves into the clinch successfully.
Dante jumps guard but Vladivich turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Vladivich is trying to break the clinch but Dante has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
Dante pulls Vladivich into guard.
Dante is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dante controls Vladivich momentarily but Vladivich frees himself.
Vladivich stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dante swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dante working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vladivich doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vladivich manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Vladivich looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1##SU2#
Vladivich gets to his feet - Dante follows without any prompting.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dante.
Vladivich throws a body punch but Dante moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dante looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Vladivich pushes Dante up against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Vladivich wants to take the fight to the mat but Dante manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
Vladivich tightens his grip and picks Dante up, before dumping him to the ground. Dante manages to land in guard. #SU2#
Vladivich decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Dante fails in his attempt to clinch.
Vladivich follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Dante tries to clinch but Vladivich moves out of range. #CL2#
Dante tries to keep at a distance but Vladivich has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dante blocks the elbow strike.
Dante trying to control the position but instead, Vladivich has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dante into the cage.
Dante tries to work over Vladivich's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dante tries to break the clinch but Vladivich is controlling the position. #T3#
Vladivich jumps guard but Dante turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Dante softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vladivich wants to take the fight to the mat but Dante manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Felipe Dante has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Vladivich.
Dante is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dante wants a takedown.
Dante is working for takedown but Vladivich is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dante tries to score a body lock takedown but Vladivich shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Dante is trying to break the clinch but Vladivich is controlling him.
Dante tries to pull guard but Vladivich holds him up against the cage and eventually Dante drops back down to his feet.
Dante has Vladivich pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Vladivich manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Dante is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Dante stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T4##TD#
Dante gets control of Vladivich's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dante will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Vladivich not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Vladivich pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dante is keeping the position for now.
Vladivich is looking to work some ground and pound but Dante has wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dante is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vladivich passes Dante's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dante wants to get back to full guard but Vladivich has passed into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Vladivich dominated that round.
That's time! Dante's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Vladivich fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dante avoids it really well and circles away.
Vladivich misses with an attempted mid kick. #TD2#
Vladivich darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Dante is trying to maintain the position but Vladivich is very close to passing his half guard.
Vladivich is looking to stall here but Dante recovers full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vladivich landing some decent shots from guard. #T1##SU2#
Vladivich stands and steps away. Dante gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Vladivich misses with a wild combination.
Dante is looking to clinch.
Vladivich has a takedown stuffed.
Dante lands a high kick!
Vladivich tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dante was well out of range. Poor timing from Vladivich.
Felipe Dante is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dante throws a lazy uppercut #CL2#
and Vladivich counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T2#
Vladivich blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Dante looking to stall. #BC2#
Vladivich breaks the clinch.
Dante closes the distance looking to clinch #TD2#
and Vladivich counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Vladivich stays in close to Dante's body and controls the position.
Dante tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dante wants to get back to his feet but Vladivich is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dante manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vladivich manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T3#
Dante trying to control but Vladivich is working from the bottom.
Vladivich has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dante throwing strikes from guard but Vladivich blocks nicely.
Dante loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dante is looking to stand up but Vladivich won't let him.
Vladivich has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Dante stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vladivich swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Dante trying to control the position from guard on top but Vladivich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Vladivich looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dante is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dante connects with a high kick. #CL2#
Vladivich moves into the clinch successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ivan Vladivich will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Vladivich clinches.
Dante is looking to control Vladivich's arms but Vladivich gets an underhook and turns him. Now Dante has his back to the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Dante tries to pull guard but Vladivich holds him up against the cage and eventually Dante drops back down to his feet.
Dante tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dante tries to circle away but Vladivich has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Dante pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dante swings for the body but Vladivich moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dante displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Vladivich. #CL2#
Vladivich takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Vladivich gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#T1#
Vladivich trying to control the pace.
My spies in Rio Grappling Club inform me that Vladivich has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Vladivich winds up and cracks Dante with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SU2#
Vladivich stands up and beckons Dante to join him on the feet.
Vladivich fails with the takedown.
Dante tries to close the distance and clinch but Vladivich swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dante fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Felipe Dante. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dante throws a quick inside leg kick.
Vladivich lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dante throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Vladivich's head.
Vladivich uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dante.
And Vladivich tries to counter it with a takedown but Dante pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dante takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dante shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Vladivich but Vladivich pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nice body kick there by Dante.#CL2#
Vladivich takes the fight into the clinch.
Dante jumps guard but Vladivich turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T3#
Vladivich has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dante after a bit of a struggle.
Vladivich stalling against the cage.
Vladivich fails to pull guard.
Dante has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vladivich is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Vladivich has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dante clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
We've been hearing good reports from Dante's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Vladivich controls the action.#SUB2#
Vladivich seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Dante's chin but Dante turns very nicely into Vladivich's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Dante.
Ivan Vladivich has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dante trying to control the position from guard on top but Vladivich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Vladivich wants to sweep but no luck.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Vladivich can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Vladivich is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dante defends well.
Dante trying to control the position from guard on top but Vladivich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Felipe Dante has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ivan Vladivich is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Vladivich throws his legs up looking for a submission but Dante uses it to pass to side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ivan Vladivich.
I've got Vladivich winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Vladivich!

Event: Warrior MMA 3
Date: Sep 02, 2023

#R1##TD#
Baine darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Reagan tries to roll over but Baine keeps him under control.
We've been hearing good reports from Baine's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Reagan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Baine wants to control from the top but Reagan keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reagan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Baine manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Baine seems keen to control Reagan's posture.#T1#
Baine's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Reagan is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Reagan wants to control from the top but Baine keeps moving.
Reagan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Reagan tries to free his leg and advance position but Baine is retaining full guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Reagan trying to control the position from guard on top but Baine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reagan must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Reagan stopping the sweep attempt from Baine.
Baine working a defensive guard but Reagan manages to pass into side control anyway.
Reagan tries to move to mount but Baine blocks the move with his legs.
Baine regains half guard.
Baine works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Reagan won't allow Baine to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Baine pushes a forearm under Reagan's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Reagan is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Herbert Baine!

Event: Warrior MMA 3
Date: Sep 02, 2023

#R1#
East misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #TD2#
Arnold darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
East is trying to control but can't.
My spies in Rio Grappling Club inform me that Arnold has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
East is pushing off trying to get to his feet. Arnold has hold of the leg though and he's dropped back for a heel hook… has he got it?? YES! East is tapping! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Wendall Arnold!

Event: Warrior MMA 3
Date: Sep 02, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Trouble.
Trouble works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#SU2#
Trouble stands up and beckons Santos to his feet.
Trouble throws a leg kick #TD#
and Santos counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Trouble is trying to keep Santos in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Trouble is looking for a triangle but Santos pushes his legs off easily.
Trouble is adopting a defensive guard.
Trouble utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Trouble striking off his back but it's not causing Santos any problems.
Trouble throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Santos has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Trouble has control of Santos's left arm, preventing Santos from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Trouble looking for subs off his back but Santos has passed one foot through into half guard.
Trouble tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Santos has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Trouble tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T2#
Trouble wants to control but Santos is having none of it.
Trouble in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #CUT#It looks like Greg Trouble has been cut.
Santos lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Trouble hang on?#SUB#
Santos wants to finish this one by submission but Trouble is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Santos.
Trouble is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Santos looking to control but Trouble is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
We've been hearing good reports from Santos's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3#
Santos is stalling here but it's allowed Trouble to get half guard.
Santos is thwarting Trouble's attempts to control the position.
Santos throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Trouble controlling the position for now.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Trouble tries to get to full guard but Santos has control of the leg.
Santos throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Santos wants to control but Trouble is keeping him busy.
Santos wants to pass to mount but Trouble is defending the position.
Santos with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Santos trying to control the action but Trouble is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Santos misses with a few strikes there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Diego Santos dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Greg Trouble's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Trouble tries for a takedown but Santos sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Trouble avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Santos pushes Trouble up against the cage in a clinch.
Trouble has had enough of the clinch but Santos keeps him there for the moment.
Santos is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Trouble can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Trouble has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Santos uses from the top position.
Santos trying to control the position from guard on top but Trouble is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Trouble controls Santos momentarily but Santos frees himself.
Santos postures up in Trouble's guard and throws a big left but Trouble blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trouble preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Trouble is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
Santos tries to stand but Trouble is controlling from the bottom.
Santos postures up.
Trouble wants to sweep here but Santos controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Diego Santos is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice takedown defense from Santos. No joy for Trouble on that attempt. #CL#
Santos moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Santos breaks the clinch.
Santos closes the distance looking to clinch
and Trouble counters with a right hand to the body.
Trouble fails with an attempt to clinch. #T2#
Santos misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Santos could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#TD2#
Santos gets caught napping as Trouble dives in and scores a takedown. Santos manages to retain guard.
Santos keeping moving, preventing Trouble from controlling successfully.
Diego Santos overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Santos looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Trouble trying to control but Santos is working from the bottom. #SU2#
Trouble gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Santos throws a leg kick which misses Trouble's front leg but catches the back leg as Trouble tries to avoid it. #TD2#
Trouble drives through with a takedown into Santos's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Trouble is standing up over Santos. Santos looks to escape but Trouble dives into side control. #T3##REVR#
Trouble wants to control but Santos is keeping him busy.
Santos wants to control but Trouble postures up.
Trouble is looking to take a break and control but Santos is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Santos struggling a bit here.
Santos tries to buck Trouble off but Trouble is having none of it.#T4#
Santos is trying to control Trouble's posture but Trouble avoids it.
Santos looks to move to half guard but instead Trouble has passed into mount! Damn!
Trouble with shots to the head and body - Santos looks very uncomfortable down there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Trouble landing strikes from the mount and Santos is in trouble!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trouble landing strikes from the mount.
Santos flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Santos keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Greg Trouble showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Greg Trouble's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Trouble is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Santos's half guard.
Trouble with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Trouble wants to lay and pray for a moment but Santos keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trouble is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T1#
Trouble stalling.
Trouble's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Santos works his way to full guard. Good work.#SU2#
Trouble gets to his feet - Santos follows without any prompting.
Trouble shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Santos but Santos pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Trouble shoots in and drives through. Santos sprawls well.
Trouble defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Santos.#TD#
Santos decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Santos wants to take a breather but Trouble is having none of it.
Santos is just content to waste time from the top position. Trouble takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Santos wants to stand but Trouble has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Trouble looking for a sweep. Not yet Trouble, not yet.
Trouble managing to control the position.
Trouble looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Santos throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Trouble works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Trouble dives in and scores a takedown into Santos's guard.
Santos is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Trouble sitting in guard here, content to control.
Santos keeping moving, preventing Trouble from controlling successfully. #T4#
Santos will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Trouble 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. #SU2#
Santos is working an open guard so Trouble takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Santos lands a leg kick that knocks Trouble off balance momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Santos is looking to clinch.
A punch combination from Trouble misses.
Trouble fails miserably with a takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Greg Trouble comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Trouble 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:29
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Greg Trouble!

Event: Warrior MMA 2
Date: Aug 23, 2023

#R1##TD#
Cross gets a takedown into half guard.
Dante is looking to control Cross's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dante avoid being mounted?
Cross is taking a breather. Dante says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Dante trying to control here.
Cross sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cross scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T1#
Cross lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Cross works his way into side control.
Dante is trying to control Cross's posture but Cross avoids it.
Dante is letting Cross control him for a moment.
Cross's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Cross seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Dante for as long as he can get away with.
Dante struggling a bit here.#ES2#
Dante throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Dante fails with the takedown#TD#
and Cross counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Cross. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Cross controlling from the top position.
Cross stops Dante from standing up.
Cross sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cross continues to stall.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SU#
Cross stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Dante keeps the fight on the outside.
Cross tries to clinch up.
Dante wants to counter the offense by Cross and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Dante instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Dante manages to break the clinch.
Cross tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dante looks for a takedown but Cross sprawls well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dante.
Horace Cross has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Felipe Dante.
Dante connects with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Horace Cross dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Cross closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Dante is trying to escape back to his feet but Cross uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Cross is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Dante will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Cross lands some shots froms side control.
Dante sneaks back into half guard.
Horace Cross overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dante trying to hold on to Cross's head to control him but Cross postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cross with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dante wants to improve his position but Cross is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Cross with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Cross is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ES2#
Dante pushes Cross off and gets back to his feet.
Cross dodges the punch combination from Dante.
Cross is looking to counter punch.#TD#
Cross looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Dante is looking to get back to is feet but Cross passes into side control. #T2#
Check out the look on Cross's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #SUB#
Cross is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dante knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
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!#SU#
Cross stands up and beckons Dante to his feet.
Dante throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cross closes the distance and clinches up with Dante, looking for a takedown. Cross pushes Dante against the cage but Dante circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Cross tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Cross tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Horace Cross is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Cross is looking to clinch but Dante is avoiding it.
Dante is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL2#
Dante fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cross, pushing him back against the cage.
Dante fails to pull guard.
Cross looking for a takedown.
Cross fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Horace Cross. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A bit of stalling here from Dante.
Dante drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cross has had enough of the clinch but Dante keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Dante's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cross tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dante manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dante lands a high kick! #T4##TD#
Cross shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Cross is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dante is trying to keep Cross in close.
Cross stays in close to Dante's body and controls the position.
Cross chips away with some ground and pound.
Cross scoring with some ground and pound. #SU#
Cross decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Felipe Dante will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Cross avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dante throws the kick towards the body but Cross avoids it.
Dante shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Cross gets tackled into the cage by Dante. Dante maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Dante tightens his grip and picks Cross up, before dumping him to the ground. Cross manages to land in guard.

Cross scrambles and gets back to his feet. #CL2#
Dante moves into the clinch.
Dante stalls.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Dante breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Cross closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T1#
Cross in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Cross is staying tight to Dante's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Further stalling from Cross.
Cross has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Cross working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
You can see the frustration on Dante's face as Cross controls the position.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Cross is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Cross scoring with punches and elbows.
Dante holding on.#SUB#
Cross thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
Dante is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB#
Cross tries for a kimura but Dante is defending well.
Dante is trying to get back to his feet.
Dante is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Cross is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Dante is looking to get to half guard.
Cross controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Dante wants to control but Cross is having none of it.
Cross lands a couple of good shots and Dante has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dante is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Dante is taking damage to the body and head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Horace Cross showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Cross 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Horace Cross!

Event: Warrior MMA 2
Date: Aug 23, 2023

#R1#
Snider will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sullivan lands a jab to the head.
Sullivan leaves Snider with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sullivan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Snider shoots in looking for a takedown but Sullivan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Snider's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Solomon Snider. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sullivan misses with a head kick.
Snider tried to counter with a leg kick but Sullivan avoided it.
Snider has a takedown stuffed.
Sullivan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Sullivan closes the distance and clinches.
Sullivan is looking to take this one to the mat.
Sullivan has Snider pressed against the cage, preventing Snider from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#TD#
Snider has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Sullivan uses from the top position.
Sullivan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Snider bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sullivan's guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Snider with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sullivan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Sullivan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Snider trying to control but Sullivan is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sullivan is on top in guard. #REVB#
Sullivan throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Snider works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2##SU2#
Sullivan gets to his feet. Snider looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Snider tries to close the distance and clinch but Sullivan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Sullivan clinches with his opponent.
Snider has Sullivan pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sullivan manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sullivan wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sullivan goes for a takedown in the clinch but Snider prevents it. #TD#
Snider manages to pull guard.
Sullivan preventing the sweep.
Sullivan is fighting to break Snider's control of his arms but Snider is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sullivan landing some decent shots from guard.
Sullivan throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Sullivan postures up in Snider's guard and throws a big left but Snider blocks it.
Snider knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sullivan on the ground.
Snider is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sullivan trying to control the position from guard on top but Snider is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sullivan controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sullivan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Snider's guard. #SUB2#
Sullivan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Snider is looking to escape.
Sullivan works his foot free and advances to mount.
Sullivan putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Sullivan prevents Snider from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sullivan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sullivan sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sampson Sullivan dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Snider shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sullivan as he jumps to the side.
Snider misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A clash of legs there as Sullivan blocks the low kick.
Sullivan unleashes a big counter combination but Snider bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sullivan misses the jab.
Snider closes the distance and clinches up with Sullivan, looking for a takedown. Snider pushes Sullivan against the cage but Sullivan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Snider shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sullivan as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Solomon Snider. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Sullivan closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Snider's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snider keeping moving, preventing Sullivan from controlling successfully.
Sullivan landing some decent shots from guard. #T1#
Sullivan passes Snider's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Snider is refusing to be controlled, as Sullivan sits in half guard.
Snider tries to get to full guard but Sullivan has control of the leg.
Snider trying to hold on to Sullivan's head to control him but Sullivan postures up.
Sullivan drops an elbow to the side of Snider's head.
Sullivan thows a huge punch but Snider dodges it nicely. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Sullivan wants to take a breather but Snider is having none of it.
Sullivan has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sullivan landing strikes, looking to finish!
Sullivan trying to control but Snider is having none of it.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Sullivan cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
BOOM! Sullivan connects with a massive shot to the dome! #SUB2#
Sullivan looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T3#
Snider wants to hold on but Sullivan pushes him away.
Sullivan with the ground and pound from mount.
Snider slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Sullivan throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Snider is refusing to be controlled, as Sullivan sits in half guard.
Sullivan slows the pace down in half guard.
Sullivan wants to pass to mount but Snider is defending the position. #T4#
Snider is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sullivan trying to control the action but Snider is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sullivan working Snider over with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sampson Sullivan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Snider gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Sullivan counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Snider badly! He tries to strike back but Sullivan puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Snider out cold! Oh man, Snider will never hear the end of this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Sampson Sullivan!

Event: Warrior MMA 2
Date: Aug 23, 2023

#R1#
Santos throws a head kick but Rivers moves out of range.
No luck for Rivers with that takedown attempt.
Santos showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rivers.
Santos takes a kick to the side of the head.
Rivers has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Santos counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Rivers tries to roll over but Santos keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santos content to control rather than advance.
Rivers tries to roll over but Santos keeps him under control.#T1#
Santos landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Santos is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Rivers really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Santos trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Santos might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rivers haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
Santos controlling the position easily from mount.
Santos manages to capitalize on a mistake by Rivers to take his back!
Santos has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Rivers's body.
Rivers is really stuck here. #T3##SUB2#
Santos is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Rivers won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Santos off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Diego Santos!

Event: Warrior MMA
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
Baine shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Cooper sprawls well. Cooper wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Baine gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Cooper shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Baine's guard.
Cooper trying to control but Baine is working from the bottom.
Baine is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooper would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Baine is adopting a defensive guard.#T1##SU2#
Cooper gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2#
Cooper gets a double leg takedown into Baine's guard.
Baine is looking to stand up but Cooper isn't so interested in that idea.
Baine looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cooper is one step ahead there. #SU2#
Cooper stands up from Baine's guard - Cooper perhaps looking for a knockout. #T2#
Baine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Baine fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Cooper manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Baine on his heels. He'll look to pass Baine's guard now, I'm sure.
Cooper trying to stand up but can't free himself from Baine's guard.#SUB#
Baine is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Cooper has his hands clasped together but Baine extends and breaks Cooper's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Baine.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Herbert Baine!

Event: Warrior MMA
Date: Aug 12, 2023

Horace Cross had a terrible time trying to make weight. After initially coming in at 188.0, he had two hours to make the official fight weight. Stepping on the scales for a second time, he still failed to make the required weight and after much deliberation, his fight with Felipe Dante was cancelled.

Event: Warrior MMA
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
East with a lazy takedown attempt
and Duncan counters with a two punch combo.
Duncan shoots in for a takedown but East shows good takedown defense.
East steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Duncan.
Duncan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? East is fending him off so far but Duncan persists. Nope, East circles away and we're back to standing.
Duncan goes for a double leg but East avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as East continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roger Duncan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
East breaks from the clinch.
Duncan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. East manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from East is defended easily by Duncan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duncan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Duncan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#It looks like Garry East has been cut.#CL2#
East rushes Duncan and presses him up against the cage.
East prevents Duncan from breaking the clinch.#T1##BC2#
East breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A combination from Duncan does no damage.
East wants to counter the offense by Duncan and move into the clinch position.
East moves out of range as Duncan throws a body kick.
Duncan shoots in but East avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nice takedown defense from East. No joy for Duncan on that attempt.
Duncan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
East stuffs the takedown attempt from Duncan. Duncan gets slowly back to his feet.
Duncan is breathing heavily.
East has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
East takes the fight into the clinch. #T2#
East with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC2#
East pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
East stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and East wants it to stay on the feet.
East throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Duncan counters by clinching up.
Duncan can't break the clinch. #BC2#
East pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Duncan tries to clinch up.
East lands a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
East is trying hard to land a takedown here. Duncan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Duncan seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Duncan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but East circles away quickly and effectively.
East shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T3#
Duncan dives in for a single leg takedown but East sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
East wants to counter the offense by Duncan and move into the clinch position.
Duncan is trying to force a seperation but East has the dominant position.#TD2#
East manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
East working a defensive guard here.
East trying to control the position here.
East tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Duncan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
East is pulling down on Duncan's head. It's preventing any offense from Duncan, at least for the moment.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Duncan tries to stand but East is controlling from the bottom.
East bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Duncan's guard. #REVB#
East looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
East drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Duncan dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Duncan engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Garry East will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Garry East's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL2#
East clinches up with Duncan and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
East manages to break the clinch.
East keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Duncan shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and East counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
East moves into the clinch successfully.
Duncan has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. East is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
East manages to pull guard. #SU#
Duncan stands up from guard. Let's bang!
East throws a head kick but Duncan moves out of range.
East fails with a takedown attempt. #T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Duncan is defended easily by East.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roger Duncan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Duncan tries to clinch but East is having none of it. #CL#
Duncan instigates a clinch. #BC2#
East escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
East tries to score a power double leg takedown but Duncan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten East somewhat.
Garry East seems to be getting the better of the standup.
No luck for East with that takedown attempt.
Roger Duncan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Duncan throws a combination. East tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
East will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
East is breathing heavily.
The fighters circling - East throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
East shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Duncan counters with a three punch combo that has East backing up. East nods at Duncan to acknowledge the strikes.
Duncan tries for a takedown but East sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
East looking to score a takedown here. Duncan is defending well but East drives through and ends up in Duncan's guard.

Duncan wriggles free and stands up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
East dives in for a single leg takedown but Duncan sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Duncan changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. East tries to avoid it but Duncan manages to keep hold of a leg and drag East to the ground. East escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T3##CL2#
East moves into range and clinches up with Duncan.
Duncan tries for a takedown. No joy. #BC2#
East pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
East darts in looking for a takedown but Duncan gets double underhooks and turns East into the cage. #CL#
Duncan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Duncan has had enough of the clinch but East keeps him there for the moment.
Duncan tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC#
Duncan manages to break the clinch.
Duncan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A punch combination from Duncan misses.
East doesn't manage to clinch there - Duncan circles away. #T4#
Duncan shoots in for a double leg but East sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
East misses with a low kick as Duncan jumps back.
A punch combination from East misses.
East misses with a two punch combination.
Duncan drops down looking for a counter takedown but East sprawls and moves away.
East lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Duncan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? East is fending him off so far but Duncan persists. Nope, East circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
East fails with the takedown.
Duncan lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Duncan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from East.
It looked like Duncan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from East.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Roger Duncan will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Garry East's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##CL2#
East instigates a clinch.
East is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
East pulls Duncan into guard.
Duncan trying to control the position from guard on top but East is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Duncan passes East's left leg - he's now in half guard.
East is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Duncan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Duncan's back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duncan breaks East's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
East takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Duncan postures up in East's guard and throws a big left but East blocks it. #SUB2#
East looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Duncan has picked East up and slammed him! East can't keep hold of the triangle and Duncan manages to pass to side control!#T1#
East wants to control but Duncan postures up.
Duncan takes a little break here. East wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
East tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU#
Duncan stands up and beckons East to his feet.
East shoots in for a double leg but Duncan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
As East looks to move away, Duncan throws a big counter combo but East just gets out of the way.
Duncan shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts East as he jumps to the side. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Duncan is looking to clinch but East is avoiding it.
Duncan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from East.
Roger Duncan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Garry East.
East tries for a takedown but Duncan circles away easily#CL#
and Duncan counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
East wants to break free but Duncan has control.
East is struggling to control the position.
Duncan jumps guard but East stands there with Duncan around his waist. Duncan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
East is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Duncan is keeping busy.
East keeps control of Duncan as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T3#
Duncan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. East just stands there and leans against the cage.
East is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Duncan is defending well.
East prevents Duncan from breaking the clinch.
Duncan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables East to keep the fight standing.
East just leaning against Duncan, taking a breather.
East is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Duncan gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
East stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
East is trying to break free.
Duncan stalling. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
Duncan pulls East into guard.
Duncan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
East trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Duncan manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
East not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Roger Duncan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SU#
Duncan gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
East fails with the takedown.
Duncan drops down looking for a counter takedown but East sprawls and moves away.
Duncan shoots for a takedown but East saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roger Duncan showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Duncan 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 28:29
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Garry East!

Event: Warrior MMA
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
Santos tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Shuster paws at him with a jab and circles away.
No luck for Santos with that takedown attempt.
Santos shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Shuster as he jumps to the side.
Santos uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shuster. #TD#
Santos fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Shuster to the ground. Santos is now in Shuster's guard.
Shuster controlling Santos's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shuster is trying to control the position but Santos postures up. #T1##SUB2#
Shuster is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Santos is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shuster has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Shuster throws his legs up looking for a submission but Santos uses it to pass to side control. #SUB#
Santos tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Shuster wants to control but Santos postures up.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Shuster tries to buck Santos off but Santos is having none of it.
Shuster regains half guard.
Shuster wants to control but Santos is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Shuster is holding on to half guard well.
Shuster works his way to full guard. Good work.
Shuster looking for a sweep. Not yet Shuster, not yet.
Santos wants to get up but he can't break Shuster's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T3##SUB2#
Santos got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shuster has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Santos has managed to get both his arms back between Shuster's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Shuster has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Santos doesn't defend quickly enough and Shuster has managed to lock this one up! Can Santos escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Shuster on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Marvin Shuster!

Event: HERO:10
Date: May 29, 2021

#R1##CL#
Braddock closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Romero jumps guard but Braddock turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Braddock wants to take the fight to the mat but Romero manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Romero breaks the clinch. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Braddock tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Romero missing with knees to the body.
Braddock has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Romero avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Victor Braddock. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Romero breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Romero leaves Braddock with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Braddock is defended easily by Romero.
Braddock tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Romero paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Romero is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T1##CL2#
Romero closes the distance and pushes Braddock back into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Braddock fails to land. #TD2#
Romero drags the fight down to the ground.
Braddock's corner is telling him to maintain position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Romero holds on and takes a little breather.
Braddock controls from within his opponent's guard.
Braddock tries to free his leg and advance position but Romero is retaining full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Braddock's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Romero is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Braddock controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Romero looking to hit a scissor sweep but Braddock is one step ahead there.
Braddock is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Romero.
Braddock keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3#
Romero is looking to score with low kicks.#CL#
Braddock closes the distance and pushes Romero back into the cage.
Braddock tries to land knees in the clinch but Romero avoids the damage to the body.
Braddock wants to take the fight to the mat but Romero manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Braddock taking a breather.
Romero tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Braddock smiles and moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Braddock. No joy for Romero on that attempt.
Romero shoots in but no luck this time.
Romero avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Braddock ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Braddock shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Romero defends it nicely.#T4##TD2#
Romero closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Braddock kicks Romero off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Romero stuffs the takedown.
Romero shoots in looking for a takedown. Braddock tries to sprawl out of it but Romero keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Braddock manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Braddock tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Romero counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Braddock throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Victor Braddock will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD#
Romero gets caught flat footed, as Braddock shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Romero has Braddock pulled in close to control his posture.
Romero working a defensive guard here.
Braddock throwing strikes from guard but Romero blocks nicely.
Braddock will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Braddock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Romero is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romero controls Braddock momentarily but Braddock frees himself. #T1#
Romero keeping moving, preventing Braddock from controlling successfully.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Braddock seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL#
Braddock has managed to clinch.
Braddock is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Braddock is looking for a takedown.
Romero trying to land knees to the body. #BC2#
Romero breaks from the clinch.
Braddock shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Romero as he jumps to the side. #T2##CL2#
Romero closes the distance and clinches.
Romero stops a takedown attempt from Braddock.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Victor Braddock. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Romero can't get the takedown.
Romero tries to pull guard but Braddock won't allow it.
Braddock tries to pull guard but Romero holds him up against the cage and eventually Braddock drops back down to his feet.
Braddock is trying to force a seperation but Romero has the dominant position.
Come on Braddock - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Romero is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T3#
Romero has Braddock pressed against the cage, preventing Braddock from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Braddock prevents a takedown attempt there.
Braddock pressing his opponent against the cage.
Romero jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Braddock walks away with a smile on his face. Romero gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Romero throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Romero keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Romero. No joy for Braddock on that attempt.
Braddock looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T4##TD2#
Romero drives through with a takedown into guard.
Braddock looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Romero pushing down on Braddock's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Braddock manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Braddock has a closed guard, preventing Romero from standing up.
Hector Romero has got the better of the ground game so far.
Romero content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Romero trying to control the position from guard on top but Braddock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Braddock wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Hector Romero will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Braddock swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Romero steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Braddock.
Braddock throws a sloppy head kick and Romero moves out of range easily.
Romero avoids the body shot from Braddock. #CL#
Braddock clinches with his opponent.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Romero as Braddock tries to tie him up. #BC2#
Romero breaks the clinch. #TD2#
Romero decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Romero sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Braddock defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romero with the ground and pound but Braddock uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Romero trying to control the position from guard on top but Braddock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Romero drops back, looking for a kneebar! Braddock looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Braddock looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Braddock! #REVR##T1#
You can see the frustration on Romero's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Romero tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Braddock controlling from the full mount.
Braddock sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Romero is in all sorts of trouble here.
Romero avoids a series of strikes thrown by Braddock. #T2#
Romero holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Braddock tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip. #SUB#
Braddock has control of Romero's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Romero regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Romero is looking to get to half guard.
Romero wants to control but Braddock is having none of it.
Braddock looking to control but Romero is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Braddock throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Braddock controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Braddock working for a submission but Romero is keeping him at bay.
Braddock can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Romero is looking to escape.
Romero holds on to Braddock around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Braddock tries to control but Romero wriggling away.
Romero can't escape the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Victor Braddock showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Braddock 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:29
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Victor Braddock!

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