Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Checkmate Championship 4
Date: Jul 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sullivan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jameson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sullivan tries to bum rush Jameson with a series of wild strikes but Jameson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD2#
Jameson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Sullivan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Jameson is in Sullivan's guard.
Sullivan working a defensive guard but Jameson passes into half guard.
Sullivan is looking for a sweep. Jameson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jameson is looking to take a break and control but Sullivan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Jameson decides to stand up.
Sullivan throws a series of strikes that have Jameson backpedaling.
Jameson dives in for a single leg takedown but Sullivan sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sullivan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jameson throws out a counter right but Sullivan avoids it with no problem.
Sullivan digs a good body shot into Jameson's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jameson walks into a jab.#T1#
Jameson takes one to the chin there.
Sullivan fails to land with a series of punches.
Sullivan falls off balance throwing a combination #CL2#
and Jameson holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC#
Sullivan breaks from the clinch.
Jameson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sullivan misses with a straight right.
Jameson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sullivan.
Jameson unleashes a big counter combination but Sullivan bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Jameson dives in and scores a takedown into Sullivan's guard.
Sullivan knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jameson on the ground.
Jameson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sullivan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jameson. #T2#
Sullivan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jameson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jameson stands and throws Sullivan's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Jameson controls the position.
Sullivan is not content to let Jameson control the position.
Sullivan being controlled for a moment. #T3##SU2#
Jameson decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Sullivan looks to land a combination. Jameson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Sullivan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jameson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sullivan avoids it really well and circles away.
Sullivan is looking for a counter combo.
Ron Sullivan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jamal Jameson.
A left and a right from Sullivan both land. Nice combination. #T4#
Sullivan moves away from the strike by Jameson.
Ron Sullivan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jameson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sullivan circles away.
Ron Sullivan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sullivan misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD2#
Jameson shoots in and gets a takedown into Sullivan's guard.#ES#
Sullivan manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
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!
Jameson wants a takedown but no success here.
Jameson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Sullivan's efforts to push away.
Jameson wants a takedown but no success here.
Jameson prevents Sullivan from breaking the clinch.
Jameson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD2#
Jameson has hold of one of Sullivan's legs. Sullivan is fighting the takedown attempt but Jameson gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#ES#
Sullivan uses the cage to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ron Sullivan dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Jameson shoots for a takedown but Sullivan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.#CL#
Sullivan has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sullivan wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Jameson manages to break the clinch.
Jameson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jameson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jameson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sullivan defends it nicely.
Jameson's coach down at Iron Man (Fitness & Sparring) was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Jameson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Ron Sullivan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jamal Jameson.
Sullivan thows a leg kick but Jameson checks it #TD2#
and Jameson counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Jameson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sullivan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jameson is taking a breather. Sullivan 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.#T1##SUB2#
Jameson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jameson controlling the action here. #SUB#
Sullivan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sullivan wants to control but Jameson is keeping busy and won't allow it. #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.
Jameson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Sullivan is looking to control Jameson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sullivan avoid being mounted?
Jameson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Jameson tries to pass to full mount but Sullivan defends it.
Jameson works his way into full mount!
Jameson content just to control the position here. #T3##SUB2#
Jameson jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Sullivan manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Jameson misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Jameson takes a little break here. Sullivan wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Sullivan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jameson can do to turn this around?#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jameson advances to mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Jameson cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Jameson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB2#
Jameson working for a submission but Sullivan is keeping him at bay.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jameson scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Sullivan?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jamal Jameson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Jameson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Sullivan quickly recovers to half guard.
Well, if Jameson 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.
Jameson is trying to control the action in half guard but Sullivan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Jameson decides to return to a standing position.
Sullivan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ron Sullivan is winning the standup battle so far.
Sullivan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Jameson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sullivan.
Jameson tries a head kick but it misses.
Sullivan connects with the punch.
Sullivan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sullivan pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jameson is out of range and Sullivan settles back down.
Sullivan throws a nice looking combination but Jameson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL2#
Jameson darts in and clinches Sullivan up against the cage.
A short left from Sullivan.
Sullivan gets underhooks to prevent Jameson's takedown attempt.
Jameson is trying to pull guard but Sullivan has him pressed against the cage.
Sullivan has a couple of punches blocked by Jameson.
Jameson has Sullivan pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sullivan manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Ron Sullivan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jamal Jameson.
Jameson keeps control of Sullivan as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T2#
Still in the clinch, Sullivan scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sullivan is trying to break the clinch but Jameson has him pressed against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Sullivan.
A right handed body shot lands from Sullivan.
Sullivan is trying to break the clinch but Jameson is controlling him.
Jameson tries to pull guard but Sullivan won't allow it.
Sullivan wants to break free but Jameson has control. #TD2#
Jameson successfully pulls guard.
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!
Jameson 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#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Jamal Jameson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jameson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
Sullivan is looking for a sweep. Jameson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jameson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jameson content to control rather than advance.
Jameson is trying to control the action in half guard but Sullivan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sullivan is concentrating on defense, preventing Jameson from advancing position.
Jameson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jameson working Sullivan over with strikes.
Sullivan is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Jameson looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Well, if Jameson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jamal Jameson.
I think Jameson 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jamal Jameson!
The defeated Ron Sullivan had this to say: 'Man oh man this is a tough pill to swallow. His luck got the best of me and he landed some good stuff. Don't get it wrong tho, I'm coming back to knock his arse out. Cheers!!'.

Event: BFC Syndicate 2
Date: Jul 10, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Persia moves away from the strike by Lewis. #CL#
Lewis gets tackled into the cage by Persia. Persia maintains the clinch.
Lewis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Persia backwards.
Lewis managing to block the knees to the body from Persia.
Persia is stalling here.
Lewis tries to break free but Persia pushes him back against the cage.
Lewis throws a head punch that misses.
Lewis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lewis blocking some punches.
Stalling in the clinch from Lewis.
Come on Lewis - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Lewis misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Lewis.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lewis.
Persia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lewis avoiding damage.
Lewis lands a left hand. #T1#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lewis is trying to force a seperation but Persia has the dominant position.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lewis lands with a light punch inside.
Lewis trying to land knees to the body.
Persia looking to stall.
Persia definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Persia fails to pull guard.
Persia trying to stall but Lewis improves his position.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Lewis's coach down at Concrete's Cave was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Lewis's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Persia blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lewis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Lewis manages to break the clinch.
Lewis looks to land a right hand but Persia moved out of range.
A jab from Lewis misses.
Persia was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Persia moves away from the strike by Lewis. #CL#
Persia closes the distance and clinches.
Persia trying to control the position but instead, Lewis has worked for underhooks and has pushed Persia into the cage.
Persia drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lewis gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T2#
Lewis tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Persia avoids it.
A shot in the inside from Lewis. #BC2#
Lewis breaks the clinch.
Persia takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#It looks like Cyrus Persia has been cut.
Lewis punishes Persia's body with a nice straight punch.
Johnny Lewis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big right from Lewis misses. #TD#
Persia scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Lewis is looking to escape.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lewis can do anything to dispel that myth.
Well, if Persia 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.
Persia has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Lewis is trying to stand.
Persia thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lewis's head.
Persia content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Persia is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lewis sees it coming and defends easily.
Persia wants to free his trapped foot but Lewis is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Persia working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#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.
Persia thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Persia is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Persia looking to ground and pound but Lewis is blocking nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Persia punishing his opponent with strikes. #SUB#
Persia wants to finish this one by submission but Lewis is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Persia.
Persia lands a big shot there that rocks Lewis but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Persia lands a heavy elbow. #SUB#
Persia wants to finish this one by submission but Lewis is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Persia.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Johnny Lewis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Cyrus Persia's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lewis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Persia.
Johnny Lewis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Lewis misses its intended target.
Lewis connects with a looping right hand.
Persia's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Persia duly obliges. #CL#
Persia moves into the clinch.
Lewis being controlled against the cage.
Persia blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Johnny Lewis seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Lewis has a couple of punches blocked by Persia.
Persia misses with a punch on the inside.
Lewis is defending well against a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lewis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lewis lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lewis lands a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Persia stalls. #TD#
Persia lands a nice trip takedown into half guard. #T1#
Lewis pushes Persia off looking to stand but Persia dives back in and keeps control.
Persia thows a huge punch but Lewis dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Lewis is defending against the submission attempts here by Persia.
Persia throwing shots but Lewis is blocking nicely.
Lewis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Persia.
Lewis keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Persia wants to control but Lewis is keeping him busy.
Persia missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lewis tries to kick Persia off but Persia keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Lewis really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Persia. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Persia takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Persia sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lewis defending well though.
Lewis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Persia. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Persia swinging wildly here.
Persia misses with a right hand
and Lewis counters with a straight right hand.
Lewis lands a nice hook to Persia's body. Persia takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice uppercut lands for Lewis. That snapped Persia's head back. #ROC2#Persia is rocked!
Crack! Lewis connects with the perfect overhand right and Persia falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Lewis!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Johnny Lewis!
Johnny Lewis gave a mention to Concrete Clothing (Laundry Re Stock Coming Soon) in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Cyrus Persia spoke after the fight, saying 'Even if the skies were shorter than my knees, I would not kneel.'.

Event: BFC Syndicate 2
Date: Jul 10, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Case works the jab nicely.
Valle is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Case circles away from the clinch attempt.
Case scores with a crisp jab that stopped Valle in his tracks.
Valle shoots in for a takedown but Case shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Valle shoots and misses
and Case counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Valle has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A lazy left from Case finds it's target.#ROC2#Valle is rocked!
Valle tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Case counters with a big left hand that crumples Valle! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Justin Case!
After the fight, Justin Case was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
Rivaldo Valle was interviewed post fight and said 'If all else perished, and he remained, I should still continue to be; and if all else remained, and he were annihilated, the universe would turn to a mighty stranger.'.

Event: Checkmate Championship 2
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jordans connects with a leg kick.
Soda tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jordans swivels and escapes.
Soda tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jordans sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Soda somewhat.
Soda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jordans circles away.
Samuel Jordans has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of TwoPiece Soda.#TD#
Jordans throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Soda tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Jordans is in Soda's guard.
Jordans is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Soda wants to stand up but Jordans is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jordans sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SU#
Jordans stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T1#
Jordans feints a jab promting Soda to slip. Jordans then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Soda slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
TwoPiece Soda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Soda shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jordans as he jumps to the side.
Jordans looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Jordans closes the distance and pushes Soda back into the cage.
Soda tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Jordans avoids it.
Soda has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jordans avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Soda misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Jordans pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Soda tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jordans swivels and escapes.
Jordans looks to land a combination. Soda sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CL#
Jordans moves into the clinch.#TD#
Jordans has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Soda clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jordans has the hooks in. Soda is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Jordans looking to break Soda's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Soda remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Jordans will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Soda rolls, trying to escape but Jordans keeps control of the position. #T3#
Soda trying to control but not successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #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.
Jordans seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Soda for as long as he can get away with.#SUB#
Jordans is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Samuel Jordans dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Jordans gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Jordans jumps guard and drags Soda to the mat. He's obviously going to 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.
Jordans is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Soda is controlling him.
Jordans is pulling down on Soda's head to control his posture.
Soda trying to control but Jordans is working from the bottom.
Soda throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soda wants to control from the top but Jordans keeps moving.
Jordans lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Soda looking for a sweep. Not yet Soda, not yet.
Samuel Jordans overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Jordans not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Soda looking to control.
Jordans controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jordans preventing the sweep.
Jordans wants to pass the guard but Soda is keeping the position.
Jordans stays in close to Soda's body and controls the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SU#
Jordans gets to his feet. Soda looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL#
Soda tries to keep at a distance but Jordans has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Jordans manages to break the clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jordans darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jordans!
Jordans throws a nice head kick! #CUT#It looks like TwoPiece Soda has been cut.
Jordans clobbers Soda with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Soda fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jordans is looking to counter the offense by Soda and move into the clinch.
Samuel Jordans is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Soda changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jordans tries to avoid it but Soda manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jordans to the ground. Jordans escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jordans is looking for a counter combo.
No luck for Soda with that takedown attempt.
Jordans is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Samuel Jordans has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of TwoPiece Soda.
Jordans buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Good shot there by Jordans.
Jordans bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Soda throws a shot from downtown. Jordans moves away and avoids it.
Soda tries to close the distance and clinch but Jordans swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jordans defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Soda.#T4#
Jordans explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Soda is breathing heavily.
Soda fails with the takedown
and Jordans counters with a three punch combo that has Soda backing up. Soda nods at Jordans to acknowledge the strikes.#TD#
Soda gets caught flat footed, as Jordans shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jordans 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. #SUB2#
Soda has an active guard here but Jordans has managed to pass into half guard.
Jordans takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Samuel Jordans dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on TwoPiece Soda's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Left hook, right uppercut from Jordans.
Soda shoots in but Jordans avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Soda looks for a takedown but Jordans sprawls well.
Jordans moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Soda misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soda avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL#
Jordans clinches up with Soda and pushes him back against the cage.#T1##BC2#
Soda pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Soda closes the distance and clinches up with Jordans, looking for a takedown. Soda pushes Jordans against the cage but Jordans circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Samuel Jordans has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of TwoPiece Soda.
Soda throws a predictable looking body shot #CL#
and Jordans counters by clinching up. #TD#
Jordans has hold of one of Soda's legs. Soda is fighting the takedown attempt but Jordans gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Jordans 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.
Jordans continues to stall.
Jordans might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Jordans is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Soda can do to turn this around?
Soda looking to control but Jordans passes into half guard. #T3#
Jordans keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Soda trying to control but Jordans postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Samuel Jordans is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jordans connects with a good right hand that stumbles Soda. Soda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jordans jabs at Soda's body.
Soda looks to clinch
and Jordans counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
A nice inside leg kick there by Jordans. That's going to slow Soda down.
Jordans avoids the head kick by Soda.
Soda shoots in for a takedown but Jordans shows good takedown defense.
A combination from Jordans does no damage.
Soda fails with a takedown attempt.
Soda takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Soda misses with a body shot.
Jordans swats away the attempt to clinch by Soda.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jordans lands a front kick.
TwoPiece Soda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Soda misses with a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Samuel Jordans showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Jordans 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:26
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Jordans!
After the big win, Samuel Jordans made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Core Combat and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: WCF 26: Hradek vs Tyson
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sausagestrong jabs Lightner to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sausagestrong.
Lightner misses with an uppercut
and Sausagestrong counters with a nice body kick.
Lightner chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sausagestrong can pounce on him.
Sausagestrong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sausagestrong lands with a nice body kick.
Sausagestrong buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL#
Lightner instigates a clinch.
Sausagestrong stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Lightner is breathing heavily.
A body shot lands from Sausagestrong.
Sausagestrong lands a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sausagestrong lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Sausagestrong gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Sausagestrong scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sausagestrong controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Sausagestrong content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1#
Sausagestrong controlling from the top position.
Sausagestrong postures up.
Sausagestrong lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Sausagestrong sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sausagestrong distracts Lightner with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Sausagestrong keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Lightner's head.
Sausagestrong lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Sausagestrong landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Sausagestrong's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sausagestrong with a nice head shot there.
Lightner wants to stand but Sausagestrong is controlling the position.
Sausagestrong with a nice head shot there.
Sausagestrong postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sausagestrong is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Sausagestrong is working Lightner over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #ROC2#Lightner is rocked!
Sausagestrong arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Lightner's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Tommy Sausagestrong!
During a confident post fight interview, Tommy Sausagestrong thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Danar Lightner spoke after the fight, saying 'I'm very disappointed in my performance. I would like to apologize to the fans, my coaches, my family. my teammate and friends, and last but not list, my manager.'.

Event: BFC 9: Gracie Vs. The Blade 2
Date: Jun 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Persia throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Persia sets himself, and Wackie steps forward looking for the clinch! Persia avoids it this time.
Wackie throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wackie throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Persia instigates a clinch.
Wackie's coach down at Clinch Pride was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Wackie's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Persia working aggressively here.
Wackie is trying to maintain a safe position but Persia gets an underhook and turns Wackie into the cage.
Persia goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD#
Persia tightens his grip and picks Wackie up, before dumping him to the ground. Wackie manages to land in guard.
Persia throwing strikes from guard but Wackie blocks nicely.
Persia 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.
Persia with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Persia slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Wackie really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Persia. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Persia postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Persia stopping the sweep attempt from Wackie.
Wackie not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Persia throws a big elbow that misses.
Wackie preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Persia in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Persia loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Persia is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Persia pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wackie is keeping the position for now.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Wackie looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Wackie closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Persia leaning against his opponent.
Wackie struggles to land a body shot inside as Persia controls his hands.
Wackie is stalling here.
Persia wants a takedown but no success here.
Wackie is trying to maintain a safe position but Persia gets an underhook and turns Wackie into the cage.
Wackie has a couple of punches blocked by Persia.
Persia tries to pull guard but Wackie holds him up against the cage and eventually Persia drops back down to his feet.
Persia scores with a shoulder strike.
Persia looking to throw knees to the head but Wackie is blocking nicely.
Wackie blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wackie gets underhooks to prevent Persia's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cyrus Persia. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Persia with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #TD2#
Wackie is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Persia can't fight it off and eventually Wackie manages to take the fight to the floor. Persia looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Persia is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wackie defends well.
Persia is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Persia wants to sweep here but Wackie controlling him for the moment.
Wackie content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T4#
Wackie postures up.
Persia has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Persia not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Wackie throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Persia is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Persia trying to keep a closed guard but Wackie is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Persia is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Wackie is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cyrus Persia dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Wackie finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #CL#
Persia pushes Wackie up against the cage in a clinch.
Persia tries to land knees in the clinch but Wackie avoids the damage to the body.
Persia pressing his opponent against the cage.
Persia is pushing Wackie up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Persia pressing his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Persia slows down the pace here.
Wackie is pressed up against the cage. Persia has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Wackie down to the mat. Wackie avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T1#
A big left from Persia misses. #TD2#
Persia gets caught napping as Wackie dives in and scores a takedown. Persia manages to retain guard.
Persia keeping moving, preventing Wackie from controlling successfully.
Persia lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Wackie keeping full guard, as Persia tries to pass. #SUB#
Persia thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Wackie looking to control. #T2#
Wackie has his hands on Persia's head, controlling the position.
Persia throws a big elbow that misses.
Persia is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Persia trying to control the position from guard on top but Wackie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Persia missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Wackie 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#
Persia on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Persia tries to get out of the position.
Persia is pressing down on Wackie's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Persia 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.
Persia is working hard here to advance position.
Wackie must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Persia managing to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Persia lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T4#
Persia with a flurry of punches that miss.
Persia throws an elbow that misses. Wackie uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Persia's guard. Nice move by Wackie!#REVB#
Persia is controlling Wackie's posture.
Wackie trying to control but Persia is working from the bottom.
Wackie postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Persia lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Persia is stalling in the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cyrus Persia dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Persia has closed the distance and engaged Wackie in a clinch.
Still in the clinch, Wackie scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wackie blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wackie dodges an elbow strike from Persia.
Persia has Wackie pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Wackie manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Persia trying to land knees to the body.
Wackie tries to work over Persia's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wackie lands a body punch in the clinch.
Wackie taking a breather. #TD2#
Wackie turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Wackie manages to end up in side control.
Wackie trying to control the action but Persia is working from the bottom. #T1#
Persia is trying to control Wackie's posture but Wackie avoids it.
Persia is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Wackie's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Jackie Wackie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Persia is pressing down on Wackie's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Persia looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wackie is one step ahead there.
Wackie chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Wackie lands a couple of elbows.
Persia is trying to control the position but Wackie postures up.
Persia looking for a sweep. Not yet Persia, not yet.
Persia working a defensive guard here.
Persia manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wackie manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Persia's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Persia postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Wackie can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Persia controls the pace.#T3#
Persia pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wackie is keeping the position for now.
Persia lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Persia not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Cyrus Persia is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Persia passes Wackie's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Wackie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Persia content to control rather than advance. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wackie. Persia does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wackie slaps away a takedown attempt from Persia, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Persia misses with an uppercut. Wackie saw that one coming.
Wackie moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jackie Wackie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wackie throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jackie Wackie.
I think Persia 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 29:28
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cyrus Persia!
Cyrus Persia made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'A man's enjoyment of all good things is in exact proportion to the pains he has undergone to gain them. Thank you'.

Event: BFC 8: Dembele vs. Olstein
Date: May 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Valle and sends Istvan crashing to the mat! Valle follows him down to the mat - Istvan regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC#Istvan is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Verekedos Istvan has been cut.#SUB#
Valle is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Istvan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Istvan is still in real trouble! Can Valle finish him?#SUB#
Valle is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Istvan wants to get back to his feet.
Istvan felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Istvan is trying to get back to full guard.
Istvan seems to have recovered his senses.
Istvan is looking to control Valle's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Istvan avoid being mounted?
Istvan tries to roll over but Valle keeps him under control.
Valle prevents Istvan from standing back up. #SUB#
Valle is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Valle is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Istvan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Valle. #T1#
Valle tries to pass the half guard into mount. Istvan knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Istvan wants to control but Valle is keeping busy.
Istvan controlling the position well.
Istvan wants to control but Valle is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Istvan is trying to get back to full guard.
Istvan pushes Valle off looking to stand but Valle dives back in and keeps control.
Istvan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Istvan is defending against the submission attempts here by Valle.
Istvan is trying to stand back up but Valle is controlling him #T3##SUB#
Valle is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Istvan is just riding it out for now. Valle eventually gives up the hold.
Istvan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Valle is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Valle is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Istvan sees it coming and defends easily.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Istvan can do anything to dispel that myth.
Istvan tries to kick Valle off but Valle keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Valle is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Valle is working for a kimura but Istvan is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
Istvan wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Valle is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Istvan pushes Valle off looking to stand but Valle dives back in and keeps control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Istvan trying to control here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rivaldo Valle dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Verekedos Istvan's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Istvan throws a right hand that Valle ducks under and follows up with a left that Valle also avoids with ease.#CL#
Valle takes the fight into the clinch.
Valle has Istvan pressed against the cage, preventing Istvan from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Istvan has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD2#
Istvan pulls guard successfully.
Valle sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Istvan's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Istvan keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Istvan trying to control here. #T1##SUB#
Valle has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Istvan defend it? Valle steps over the head and cranks it - Istvan is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Valle!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rivaldo Valle!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Rivaldo Valle waved his t-shirt featuring Notorious's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: WCF 22: Dirk vs Petrov
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
Lightner keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #TD#
Lightner gets the takedown into side control.
Lightner controlling the position.
You can see the frustration on Hartmann's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hartmann manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hartmann is trying to get back to full guard.
Lightner content to control rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Hartmann wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hartmann actively working from the bottom here.
Lightner works his foot free and advances to mount.
Hartmann wants to control but Lightner is having none of it.
Hartmann is bucking up trying to escape but Lightner cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Lightner throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Hartmann wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Lightner.
Hartmann tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T2#
Lightner throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Lightner tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The referee warns Hartmann that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Hartmann wants to control but Lightner is having none of it.
Hartmann is looking to get to half guard.
Hartmann is still trying to improve position.
Lightner throws some wild stikes that Hartmann manages to avoid easily.
Lightner scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Hartmann?
Poor strikes thrown by Lightner there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lightner controlling the pace for now.
Lightner looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T3#
Hartmann is looking to get to half guard.
Hartmann tries to hold on but Lightner pushes him away.
Lightner landing strikes from the mount.
Lightner sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hartmann holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Lightner tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip. #T4#
Lightner looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lightner lands a heavy elbow.
Lightner unloading with bombs!
Lightner controlling his opponent.
Lightner punishing his opponent with strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lightner punishing his opponent with strikes.
Hartmann wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Lightner.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Danar Lightner dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Hartmann shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lightner but Lightner pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lightner tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hartmann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lightner throws a body punch but Hartmann moves out of range. #CL2#
Hartmann gets a clinch.
Hartmann is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Lightner jumps guard and drags Hartmann to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Hartmann has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Lightner is proving hard to escape from.
Lightner is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hartmann can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lightner has control of Hartmann's left arm, preventing Hartmann from doing any damage. #ES#
Lightner is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Hartmann presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T1#
Lightner misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hartmann is trying to drag Lightner to the mat but Lightner just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Danar Lightner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Martin Hartmann.#BC#
Lightner breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lightner swings for the body but Hartmann moves out of range.
Hartmann wants to counter the offense by Lightner and move into the clinch position.
Hartmann moves in looking to clinch but Lightner pushes him off.
Lightner seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hartmann looks for a takedown but Lightner sprawls well.
Lightner went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hartmann dives in and grabs Lightner's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lightner pushes down on Hartmann's head and hops out.
Hartmann is breathing heavily.
A nice leg kick from Lightner, right into the meat of the thigh.
Danga de danga de dang - Lightner scores with a four punch combination!#T2#
Hartmann scores with a jab.
Hartmann misses with a wild body shot.
Lightner throws a right and a left that Hartmann avoids nicely.
Hartmann with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lightner counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Lightner rushes Hartmann and presses him up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hartmann is trying to push Lightner away but Lightner has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Lightner breaks the clinch.
Lightner circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lightner appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD#
Hartmann gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lightner is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3##SU#
Lightner decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Hartmann, up you get!
Lightner looks to land a combination. Hartmann sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Lightner avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#CL#
Lightner drives through and clinches with Hartmann against the cage. #TD#
Lightner gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Hartmann regains guard.
Lightner sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SU#
Lightner stands up from Hartmann's guard - Lightner perhaps looking for a knockout.
A punch combination from Lightner misses.
Hartmann counters with a body kick.#T4#
Hartmann fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
Lightner closes the distance and clinches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC#
Lightner breaks from the clinch.
Danar Lightner is winning the standup battle so far.
Hartmann looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lightner lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hartmann circles away quickly and effectively.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lightner lands with a slapping head kick.
Lightner is looking to slow Hartmann down with leg kicks.
Hartmann shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lightner defends it nicely.
It looked like Lightner was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Danar Lightner dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Lightner has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hartmann prevents a body shot from Lightner. #BC2#
Hartmann escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The fighters circling - Hartmann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hartmann fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hartmann closes the distance looking to clinch
and Lightner counters with a one-two to the body. #T1#
Hartmann tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lightner keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Lightner moves into the clinch successfully.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC#
Lightner breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lightner circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lightner went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hartmann tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lightner manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Donk. Lightner catches Hartmann right on the button with a cross.#TD#
Lightner bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Hartmann sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Hartmann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lightner landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Danar Lightner is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Lightner is taking a breather. Hartmann 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.
Lightner'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.#SU#
Lightner stands up from half guard. #CL#
Lightner moves into the clinch successfully.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hartmann is trying to pull guard but Lightner turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Hartmann escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3##CL#
Hartmann tries to keep at a distance but Lightner has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hartmann tries to pull guard but Lightner won't allow it.
Danar Lightner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Martin Hartmann.
Lightner will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hartmann up against the cage.
Hartmann drops down looking for an ankle pick but Lightner pulls his leg out and moves away.
Lightner just misses with a punch to the body.
Hartmann takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lightner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hartmann. #T4##CL#
Lightner gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hartmann can't break the clinch.
Lightner avoiding damage as Hartmann throws knees to the body.
Hartmann fails to pull guard.
Hartmann is looking to control Lightner's arms but Lightner gets an underhook and turns him. Now Hartmann has his back to the cage. #TD#
Lightner turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lightner slows the pace down.
Hartmann is trying to get back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Danar Lightner showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lightner 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Danar Lightner!
A very excited looking Danar Lightner rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 01, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A punch combination from Petard misses.

Persia moves into the clinch.

Petard pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Persia gets cracked there but stands up to it.

It looks like Cyrus Persia has been cut.

Persia shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Petard's guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Petard can do anything to dispel that myth.
Petard keeping full guard, as Persia tries to pass.
Persia is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petard really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Persia. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Petard tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Persia throws a big right hand that misses.
Persia's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Persia seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Petard for as long as he can get away with.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Petard throws a right hand that Persia ducks under and follows up with a left that Persia also avoids with ease.
Persia drops down looking for a counter takedown but Petard sprawls and moves away.
Persia getting the better of the striking in that exchange.

Persia shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Persia was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Petard tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Persia continues to stall.
Can Petard hold on?! Persia is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Petard avoids the strikes from Persia.

Petard won't enjoy being in this position. Persia looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Petard is tapping - it's over boys! Persia picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Cyrus Persia!
Cyrus Persia made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'A man's enjoyment of all good things is in exact proportion to the pains he has undergone to gain them. Thank you'.
The defeated Jean Luc Petard had this to say: 'Hoisted by my own petard!'.

Event: Striking Masters 13
Date: Mar 14, 2020

#R1##CL#
Vasylchenko has Ferrari up against the ropes in a clinch.
Ferrari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Vasylchenko as Ferrari tries to tie him up. #BC#
Vasylchenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Vasylchenko has Ferrari up against the ropes in a clinch.
Ferrari misses with a body punch.
Vasylchenko misses with a punch to the body.
A short uppercut from Vasylchenko.
Ferrari told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Vasylchenko stalling the fight.
A frustrated look appears on Ferrari's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Vasylchenko just leaning against Ferrari, taking a breather.
Ferrari is looking to break free of the clinch but Vasylchenko has double underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A body shot lands from Vasylchenko.
Vasylchenko lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ferrari backwards. #BC#
Vasylchenko breaks the clinch. #CL#
Vasylchenko gets a clinch.
Vasylchenko lands a left hand. #BC#
Vasylchenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1##CL#
Vasylchenko pushes Ferrari up against the ropes in a clinch.#BC#
Vasylchenko breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Vasylchenko closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Vasylchenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Vasylchenko tries to clinch but Ferrari is having none of it. #CL#
Vasylchenko pushes Ferrari up against the ropes in a clinch.#BC#
Vasylchenko breaks the clinch. #CL#
Vasylchenko gets a clinch.
Vasylchenko stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC#
Vasylchenko breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Vasylchenko clinches.
Vasylchenko lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC#
Vasylchenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Both fighters circling slowly here as the pace drops. Hopefully one of them does someth.. OOOHHHH!!!! Vasylchenko throws an absolute beast of a head kick! Ferrari is done! He's out cold, twisted and contorted up against the ropes! Wow!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Viktor Vasylchenko!

Event: RRFC 27: Dilbrandt vs De Lima
Date: Feb 01, 2020

#R1#
Robinho throws a hook but Rockatansky blocks it.
Robinho dodges the punch combination from Rockatansky.
Rockatansky circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rockatansky throws a big counter combination but Robinho scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Rockatansky throws a nice looking combination but Robinho bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Rockatansky lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#KD#
Rockatansky throws a left that rocks Robinho and follows with a right that sends him tumbling to the canvas! Rockatansky dives into side control, looking to finish! Can Robinho regain composure! #ROC#
Robinho is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Alfred Robinho has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU#
Rockatansky decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Robinho is still on wobbly legs! Can Rockatansky finish him?
OH! Robinho has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Rockatansky smells blood and charges in for the finish! Rockatansky unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Robinho sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Maximilian Rockatansky!
An out of breath Maximilian Rockatansky thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 01, 2020

#R1#
Ferrari keeps the fight on the outside.
Stephens misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ferrari follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Stephens shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ferrari pinned against the cage. Ferrari gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Stephens looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ferrari feints a counter leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maximus Stephens. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stephens doesn't manage to clinch there - Ferrari circles away.
Stephens is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Stephens dives in and grabs Ferrari's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ferrari pushes down on Stephens's head and hops out.
Ferrari flicks out a counter leg kick but Stephens steps away.
Stephens shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ferrari defends it nicely.
Stephens closes the distance and clinches up with Ferrari, looking for a takedown. Stephens pushes Ferrari against the cage but Ferrari circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Ferrari on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ferrari is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Stephens has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Ferrari.
Ferrari keeps the fight on the outside.
Ferrari wants to counter the offense by Stephens and move into the clinch position.
Ferrari connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Stephens throws a low kick but Ferrari avoids it.
Ferrari doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nice cross by Stephens.#T2#
Ferrari tries a head kick but it misses.
Stephens shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ferrari as he jumps to the side.
Stephens is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ferrari connects with a leg kick. Stephens looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Ferrari doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Ferrari - that will leave a mark!
Enzo Ferrari is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stephens fails in his attempt to clinch. #T3#
Stephens is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ferrari sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ferrari is trying to counter with his kicks.
Ferrari looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ferrari throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stephens shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ferrari eats them both and turns towards Stephens to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Stephens tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Ferrari counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Stephens misses with a body kick.
Ferrari is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Stephens throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ferrari's waist but Ferrari gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Stephens off to one side.
Stephens moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromFerrari.
Horrible takedown attempt by Stephens or perhaps it was just good defense by Ferrari, which made it look bad. #T4#
Ferrari is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Stephens.
Stephens fails with a takedown attempt.
Stephens pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stephens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ferrari shapes to counter with a head kick.
Stephens doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Ferrari counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Enzo Ferrari dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Stephens tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ferrari manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stephens swings for the body but Ferrari moves out of range.
Stephens is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ferrari sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Stephens misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Ferrari counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ferrari. #BC2#
Ferrari pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Stephens fails with the takedown.
Ferrari wants to counter the offense by Stephens and move into the clinch position.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maximus Stephens. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stephens throws a right and a left that both miss.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferrari. Stephens does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Ferrari stuffs the takedown.
Ferrari is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Stephens tries to clinch up.
Ferrari steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Ferrari displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Stephens.
Stephens backing away here, and Ferrari unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
No joy there for Stephens, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ferrari pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Maximus Stephens seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferrari stuffs the takedown attempt from Stephens. Stephens gets slowly back to his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ferrari circles away from the clinch attempt
and Ferrari counters with a head kick. #T2#
Stephens throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ferrari steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Stephens.
Ferrari defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Stephens.
Ferrari flicks out a counter leg kick but Stephens steps away.
Stephens tries to clinch but Ferrari is having none of it.
Stephens dives in for a single leg takedown but Ferrari sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Ferrari replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Stephens blocks it well.
Stephens stalks Ferrari and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ferrari's face. Ferrari staggers backwards, shaken.
Stephens fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Ferrari counters by clinching up. #T3#
Ferrari tries to land knees in the clinch but Stephens avoids the damage to the body.
Ferrari is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Stephens is defending well for now.
Ferrari scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Ferrari breaks from the clinch.
Ferrari circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ferrari throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Stephens throws a sloppy head kick and Ferrari moves out of range easily.
Stephens doesn't manage to clinch there - Ferrari circles away.
Stephens looks for a takedown but Ferrari sprawls well.#T4#
Stephens shoots in but no luck this time.
Ferrari raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Stephens fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ferrari was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Stephens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Ferrari. Stephens shrugs it off though.
Stephens tries to clinch but Ferrari moves away
and Ferrari counters with a nice low kick that buckles Stephens's knee momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ferrari throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stephens drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ferrari sprawls and moves away.
A head kick misses from Stephens.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Enzo Ferrari 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#
Ferrari throws a nice looking combination but Stephens bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ferrari has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stephens misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Stephens misses the shot to the body.
Ferrari doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Stephens is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ferrari is trying to counter with his kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stephens tries to clinch there but Ferrari circles away.
Stephens looks for a takedown but Ferrari sprawls well.#T1#
Stephens throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ferrari throws a sloppy head kick and Stephens moves out of range easily.
Stephens wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Stephens misses with a low kick.
Ferrari circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stephens shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ferrari defends it nicely.
Enzo Ferrari is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Maximus Stephens. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Stephens.
Stephens swinging wildly here.
Stephens avoids the head kick by Ferrari.
Stephens throws a quick counter kick to the body but Ferrari avoids it.
Maximus Stephens is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Stephens throws a leg kick
and Ferrari makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Stephens fails with a takedown attempt.
Ferrari is looking for the big counter here.#T3#
Ferrari misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Stephens throws a low kick, looking for Ferrari's leg but Ferrari calmly moves out of range.
Stephens looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ferrari is fending him off so far but Stephens persists. Nope, Ferrari circles away and we're back to standing.
Ferrari raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Ferrari lands with a slapping head kick.
Ferrari avoids a kick to the body.
As Stephens backs off Ferrari throws a huge counter combo but Stephens manages to avoid it all.
Ferrari stuffs the takedown.
Ferrari is looking for the big counter here.
Stephens shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Some bone on bone action there as Ferrari checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T4#
Sloppy strikes from Stephens. Those never looked like landing.
A head kick misses from Ferrari.
Stephens tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ferrari paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ferrari defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Stephens.
Ferrari tries to counter with a clinch but Stephens shakes him off and moves away.
Stephens takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Ferrari blocks a head kick by Stephens.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ferrari stuffs the takedown.
As Stephens backs off Ferrari throws a huge counter combo but Stephens manages to avoid it all.

And that's the end of the fight!
Enzo Ferrari comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ferrari 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Enzo Ferrari!

Event: HFC 1 - Genesis
Date: Jan 24, 2020

#R1##CL#
Gravity closes the distance and clinches.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Gravity takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Gravity is struggling to control the position.
Gravity gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#TD2#
Madness gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Gravity regains guard.
Gravity on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Gravity tries to get out of the position.
Gravity manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Madness manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Gravity prevents Madness from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gravity controlling from the top position.
Gravity lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Gravity distracts Madness with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Gravity scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gravity sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gravity 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.
Gravity landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gravity is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gravity scoring with some ground and pound.
Gravity is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Gravity seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Madness for as long as he can get away with.
Madness can't keep his opponent in guard - Gravity advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nice strikes from Gravity there.
Gravity lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Madness wants to get back to his feet.
Gravity looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Madness with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #CUT#
It looks like Rand Madness has been cut.
Gravity takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3#
Gravity is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Madness!
Gravity controlling his opponent.
Madness wants to get back to his feet.
A nice elbow there by Gravity.
Gravity landing strikes from the mount and Madness is in trouble! #CUT#
That has opened up Rand Madness's cut even more.
Gravity controlling from mount.
Gravity connects with a bit shot that sees Madness covering up! More strikes from Gravity and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Gravity is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Johnny Gravity!
Johnny Gravity is the new heavyweight champion!
Johnny Gravity took some time post fight to say the following; 'I KNOCK PEOPLE OUT!!! THIS IS WHAT I DO FOR A LIVING!! I DON'T HAVE BORING FIGHTS I EITHER KNOCK THESE BUMS THE F*CK OUT OR IF THEY CAN TAKE IT I'LL CREATE A WAR ZONE AND TAKE AWAY THEIR SOUL!'.

Event: Core Combat VI - Finale
Date: Jan 18, 2020

#R1##CL#
Valle clinches with his opponent.
Valle holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Valle jumps guard but Watt stands there with Valle around his waist. Valle gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Valle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Watt is trying to force a seperation but Valle has the dominant position.
Valle manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Valle controlling the action here for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Come on Valle - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #TD2#
Watt ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Watt no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #T1#
Watt is trying to control the position but Valle postures up.
Watt might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Valle haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Valle thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Watt can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Valle drops back looking for a leg! Watt is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Watt manages to kick Valle off! Valle jumps back into Watt's guard.
Watt seems keen to control Valle's posture.
Watt trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Valle is pushing down on Watt's leg trying to pass to half guard. Watt is fighting to maintain full guard but Valle has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Valle seems to be looking for submissions.
Watt controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Watt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Watt is pressing down on Valle's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Watt is controlling Valle's posture.#T3#
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Valle looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Watt decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Valle might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Watt wants to pass to mount but Valle is defending the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Watt in particular looking to stall.
Watt is keen to just control but Valle is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Watt looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Valle looking for submissions off his back.
Valle has hold of Watt's hands but Watt slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Valle taking some punishment here, with Watt in his half guard.
Valle is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Watt scores with a couple of nice shots.
Watt seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Valle does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

AJ Watt dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Valle checks a leg kick nicely.#CL#
Valle moves into the clinch.
Watt scores a nice knee to the body.
Watt tries to circle away but Valle has him pinned against the cage.#TD#
Valle successfully pulls guard.
Watt sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Valle is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Watt is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Watt is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Watt got a little sloppy there for a moment and Valle has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Watt has managed to get both his arms back between Valle's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Valle keeping moving, preventing Watt from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Valle working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Watt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Valle is tightening it up a little... Watt has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Watt reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Watt taps out! Nice BJJ there by Valle!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rivaldo Valle!
After the fight, Rivaldo Valle was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: QFC Tournament 947 Round 1
Date: Jan 16, 2020

#R1#
Ferrari throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Emilio's head.
Ferrari throws a sloppy head kick and Emilio moves out of range easily.
Ferrari chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ferrari turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Emilio shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ferrari steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Emilio.
The fight stays on the outside here - Emilio looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ferrari swinging wildly here.
Ferrari scores with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Emilio blocks a head kick by Ferrari.
Emilio feints the counter takedown.
Emilio takes one to the side of the head.
Ferrari throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ferrari plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Enzo Ferrari seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Emilio throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Both fighters circling a little - Ferrari finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Danga de danga de dang - Ferrari scores with a four punch combination!
Ferrari throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Emilio counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Emilio is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Emilio passes into half guard.
Emilio controlling the action here.
Ferrari is not content to let Emilio control the position.
Emilio is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ferrari is breathing heavily.#T2#
Ferrari has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Emilio is working away from the top position though.
Emilio works his way into full mount! #SUB2#
Ferrari is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Emilio locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Ferrari is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Paulo Emilio!

Event: Core Combat V
Date: Jan 12, 2020

#R1#
Lightner throws a leg kick #CL#
and Chulainn moves into the clinch.
Lightner throws an elbow that misses. #BC2#
Lightner pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lightner throws a head kick but Chulainn moves out of range.
Chulainn fails with a takedown attempt.
Lightner misses with a two punch combination.
Lightner throws a series of strikes that have Chulainn backpedaling.
Lightner throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lightner throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chulainn half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lightner scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lightner fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Chulainn tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Lightner manages to circle out of the way.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lightner uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lightner scores with a leg kick.
Lightner misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lightner tries to bum rush Chulainn with a series of wild strikes but Chulainn uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lightner blocks a head kick by Chulainn. #T1#
Lightner misses with a body shot.
Lightner stuns Chulainn with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Chulainn tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lightner defends well and Chulainn ends up having to push Lightner into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lightner throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lightner closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Danar Lightner is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Chulainn rushes Lightner and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Chulainn breaks from the clinch.
Chulainn lands with a nice combination. Lightner backs away looking to recover.
Lightner misses with a two punch combination.
Chulainn dives in and grabs Lightner's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lightner pushes down on Chulainn's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cu Chulainn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
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!
Lightner will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Chulainn moves out of range as Lightner strikes.
Chulainn avoids the body shot from Lightner.
Chulainn fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T2#
Lightner finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lightner falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Chulainn to counter with a crisp jab.
Danar Lightner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lightner misses with a few strikes there.
Chulainn fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lightner fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lightner looks winded!
Lightner misses with an uppercut.
Chulainn was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lightner throws a poor cross that misses
and Lightner takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lightner throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chulainn.
Lightner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chulainn.
Chulainn tries to clinch but Lightner moves out of range.
Lightner throws a front kick aimed at Chulainn's knee but Chulainn avoids it well.
Chulainn checks a leg kick.
Lightner throws a combination that misses
and Chulainn counters with a straight right hand.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Chulainn. #T3#
Chulainn shoots in for a takedown but Lightner shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lightner swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Chulainn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lightner keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Chulainn darts in and clinches Lightner up against the cage.#BC2#
Lightner breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lightner throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Chulainn fails with a takedown attempt.
Lightner throws a hook but Chulainn blocks it.
Chulainn slips under a jab from Lightner.
Lightner scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lightner throws a wild body kick that Chulainn sees coming a mile off.
Lightner throws a shot from downtown. Chulainn moves away and avoids it.#T4#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lightner.
Lightner throws a right and a left that Chulainn avoids nicely.
Chulainn tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lightner paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A head kick misses from Lightner.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lightner connects with a crisp jab.
Lightner swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chulainn shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lightner as he avoids it easily.
Lightner avoids the head kick by Chulainn.
Lightner has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Lightner misses with a jab, cross combination.
Chulainn is looking for a counter combo.
Lightner keeps the fight on the outside.
Chulainn lands a two punch combo.
Chulainn slips a jab and a cross from Lightner.
Chulainn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chulainn fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lightner lands a head kick. Chulainn smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Lightner throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Danar Lightner dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Lightner fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lightner tries a head kick but it misses.
Chulainn shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lightner as he avoids it easily.
Lightner has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lightner throws a series of punches but Chulainn avoids them all with ease.
Chulainn shoots in but no luck this time.
Lightner swinging wildly here.
Chulainn seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL#
Chulainn clinches up with Lightner and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Chulainn breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lightner swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chulainn avoids a punch combination nicely.
A quick step to the side and Chulainn tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lightner misses with a double jab
and Chulainn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cu Chulainn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lightner is breathing heavily.#T1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chulainn.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cu Chulainn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lightner misses with a straight right.
Lightner throws a low kick but Chulainn moves out of range easily.
A low kick from Lightner misses
and Chulainn counters with a straight right hand.
Chulainn fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lightner misses with a combination
and Chulainn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chulainn tries to clinch there but Lightner circles away.
Lightner buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lightner throws a low kick, looking for Chulainn's leg but Chulainn calmly moves out of range.
Chulainn darts in looking for a takedown but Lightner gets double underhooks and turns Chulainn into the cage.
Lightner throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Chulainn appears to be looking for a big counter.
Chulainn with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lightner counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lightner misses with a body punch
and Chulainn counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
No joy there for Lightner, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lightner throws a right hand that misses
and Chulainn counters with a two punch combo.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lightner misses with a double jab.
Chulainn throws a big counter combination but Lightner scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Chulainn moves out of range as Lightner throws a body kick.
Chulainn was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lightner defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Chulainn.
Chulainn shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lightner as he jumps to the side.
Lightner rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chulainn moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lightner checks a low kick from Chulainn.
Lightner throws an overhand right that lands on Chulainn's shoulder, as Chulainn tries to avoid the shot.
Lightner scores with a nice head shot.
Chulainn avoids the body shot from Lightner.
Lightner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chulainn.
Chulainn tries to clinch there but Lightner circles away.
Chulainn fails in his attempt to clinch. #T3#
Lightner connects with a crisp jab.
Lightner throws a lazy right hand but Chulainn sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lightner is looking to land body kicks.
Lightner misses with a right hand
and Chulainn counters with a three punch combo that has Lightner backing up. Lightner nods at Chulainn to acknowledge the strikes.
Chulainn shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lightner defends it nicely.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chulainn fails to land the takedown.
Lightner digs a good body shot into Chulainn's ribs.
Lightner pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chulainn went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Lightner avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Chulainn smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T4#
Lightner misses with a wild combination.
Chulainn blocks a jab.
Lightner misses with a jab, cross combination.
Chulainn darts in looking for a takedown but Lightner gets double underhooks and turns Chulainn into the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lightner misses with a series of wild punches.
Chulainn appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
No luck for Chulainn with that takedown attempt.
Lightner defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Chulainn.
Lightner tries to land a front kick but Chulainn steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lightner misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chulainn on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lightner lands a leg kick that knocks Chulainn off balance momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Danar Lightner showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. 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#
Lightner falls off balance throwing a combination
and Chulainn counters with a series of strikes. Lightner will be more careful next time no doubt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lightner. Chulainn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chulainn slips a jab and a cross from Lightner.
No joy there for Lightner, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lightner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chulainn.
Chulainn shoots for a double leg takedown but Lightner sprawls well. He's pushed Chulainn's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A low kick from Lightner misses
and Chulainn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chulainn is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Chulainn shoots in for a double leg but Lightner sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lightner throws out a loose jab but Chulainn uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chulainn moves out of range as Lightner strikes.
Lightner looks to score with a jab to the body but Chulainn is just out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Chulainn closes the distance looking to clinch
and Lightner counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T1##CL#
Lightner gets tackled into the cage by Chulainn. Chulainn maintains the clinch.
Chulainn tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lightner avoids it.
Chulainn tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cu Chulainn. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Chulainn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lightner. That's going to slow Chulainn down.
Lightner throws a low kick but Chulainn avoids it.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Chulainn. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Chulainn shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lightner but Lightner pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lightner is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Lightner misses with a head kick.
Lightner misses with a double jab
and Chulainn counters with a left and a right that stings Lightner.
Chulainn is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lightner tries a head kick but it misses.
Danar Lightner is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Lightner connects with a right hand. Chulainn shakes it off.
Lightner defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Chulainn.
Lightner misses with an uppercut.
Lightner misses with an uppercut.
Lightner is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Chulainn.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chulainn chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lightner can pounce on him.
Lightner throws a hook but Chulainn avoids it easily.
Chulainn keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lightner.
Lightner swinging wildly here.
Lightner avoids the head kick by Chulainn.
Lightner tried to score with a low kick but Chulainn checks it.
Lightner looks to land a combination. Chulainn sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Chulainn fails with the takedown.#T3#
A punch combination from Lightner misses.
Lightner cracks Chulainn with an open hand slap.
Chulainn showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lightner.
Lightner lands a head kick!
Lightner misses with a straight right.
Danar Lightner seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Chulainn keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lightner.
Chulainn is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Lightner.
Chulainn showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lightner.
Chulainn closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lightner circles away.
Lightner rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chulainn moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lightner misses with a head kick. #T4#
Chulainn scores with a nice head shot.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Chulainn.
Lightner lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chulainn circles away quickly and effectively.
Some wild striking there from Lightner.
Lightner looks to land a combination but Chulainn avoids it well.
Lightner goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lightner with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lightner tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lightner thows a leg kick but Chulainn checks it
and Chulainn counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lightner thinking.
Chulainn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Chulainn avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Cu Chulainn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chulainn dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lightner swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chulainn changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.

And that's the end of the fight!
Danar Lightner comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Lightner 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 John Roberts scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Danar Lightner!
Danar Lightner thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Core Combat III
Date: Dec 24, 2019

#R1##TD#
Gravity manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Fredrickson on his heels. He'll look to pass Fredrickson's guard now, I'm sure.
Gravity working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Fredrickson's head.
Gravity trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gravity is looking to advance position but Fredrickson has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Fredrickson controlling the position easily from mount.
Gravity holds on to Fredrickson around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gravity is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Fredrickson jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Gravity is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Gravity and Fredrickson has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #T1#
Gravity wants to control but Fredrickson postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fredrickson taking a breather here.
Fredrickson trying to control the position but Gravity is working away.
Gravity manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gravity controlling the position well. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gravity is looking for a sweep. Fredrickson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gravity moves into full guard.
Fredrickson looking to sit in guard and control but Gravity gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Gravity is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Gravity throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Fredrickson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gravity wants to pass the guard but Fredrickson is keeping the position.
Gravity 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.
Gravity is working Fredrickson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gravity passes Fredrickson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gravity passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4#
Fredrickson taking shots to the head.
Gravity tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Fredrickson flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Gravity putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gravity scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Fredrickson?
Gravity looking to finish Fredrickson with some ground and pound. This is bad for Fredrickson!#CUT#
It looks like Bergelmir Fredrickson has been cut.
Gravity pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC#
Fredrickson is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Gravity dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bergelmir Fredrickson's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Fredrickson closes the distance and clinches up with Gravity, looking for a takedown. Fredrickson pushes Gravity against the cage but Gravity circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Fredrickson gets tackled into the cage by Gravity. Gravity maintains the clinch.
Fredrickson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD#
Gravity lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Gravity winds up and cracks Fredrickson with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #CUT#
The cut above Bergelmir Fredrickson's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Johnny Gravity!
Johnny Gravity looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I KNOCK PEOPLE OUT!!! THIS IS WHAT I DO FOR A LIVING!! I DON'T HAVE BORING FIGHTS I EITHER KNOCK THESE BUMS THE F*CK OUT OR IF THEY CAN TAKE IT I'LL CREATE A WAR ZONE AND TAKE AWAY THEIR SOUL!'.

Event: RRFC 21: Sir vs Ford
Date: Dec 21, 2019

#R1##TD#
McCrae bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
McCrae wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Robinho, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
McCrae goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Robinho rolls with the submission and now he's on top in McCrae's guard! Nice work there by Robinho! #SUB#
McCrae looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Robinho postures up in McCrae's guard and throws a big left but McCrae blocks it. #SUB#
McCrae has his feet on Robinho's thighs here. He's pushed Robinho off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Robinho screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Darius McCrae!

Event: Core Combat II
Date: Dec 10, 2019

#R1#
Jones cracks Lightner with a right hand to the side of the head.#KD#
Lightner lands a big head kick that sends Jones tumbling to the mat! Lightner takes a step backwards and waves Jones back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#
It looks like Steven Jones has been cut.
Lightner waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones.
Jones throws a shot to the body.
Danar Lightner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lightner throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lightner has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lightner there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lightner wants to land a leg kick but Jones is out of range.
We've been told by Lightner's head coaches at Touch Of Death Combat Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lightner feints a kick and comes over the top with a right hand, followed by a left hook - both land, sending Jones crashing to the mat! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Danar Lightner!
During a confident post fight interview, Danar Lightner thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: BB-2 Collins v Diaz
Date: Nov 30, 2019

#R1#
Jordans misses with a few strikes there.
Gonzalez avoids the head kick by Jordans.
Gonzalez lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT#
It looks like Samuel Jordans has been cut.
Jimmy Gonzalez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gonzalez fails with the takedown
and Jordans counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Gonzalez looks for a takedown but Jordans sprawls well.
Gonzalez takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#ROC#
Jordans is rocked!#TD#
Gonzalez shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Jordans is trying to defend but Gonzalez finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Jordans is still in real trouble! Can Gonzalez finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ground and pound from Gonzalez. #SU#
Gonzalez decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T1##TD#
Gonzalez darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jordans looks winded!
Gonzalez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Jordans is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Gonzalez scores with a couple of nice shots.
Jordans is looking to improve his position.
Gonzalez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gonzalez prevents Jordans from improving his position.
Jordans seems to have recovered his senses.
Gonzalez is thwarting Jordans's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gonzalez wants to free his trapped foot but Jordans is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Gonzalez controlling the action here.
Gonzalez wants to pass to mount but Jordans is defending the position.
Jordans is looking to control Gonzalez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jordans avoid being mounted?#SU#
Gonzalez decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T3#
Gonzalez takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #TD#
Gonzalez feints and as Jordans raises his hands in defense, Gonzalez changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SU#
Gonzalez stands and steps away. Jordans gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Gonzalez misses with a double jab.
Gonzalez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jimmy Gonzalez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Gonzalez closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Jordans did well to prevent Gonzalez getting side control.#ES2#
Jordans kicks Gonzalez off and gets back to his feet.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice takedown defense from Jordans. No joy for Gonzalez on that attempt.
Jordans is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gonzalez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gonzalez lands the left hand.
Gonzalez scores with a nice right hand.
Gonzalez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jordans circles away.
Gonzalez shoots in for a takedown but Jordans shows good takedown defense.
Jordans throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Jordans scores with a spinning back kick!
Gonzalez misses with a leg kick
and Jordans counters with a nice leg kick.
Jordans throws a nice head kick!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jimmy Gonzalez will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Samuel Jordans's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Jordans throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gonzalez.
Gonzalez throws out a leg kick but Jordans moves out of range and Gonzalez only half commits.
Gonzalez throws a nice inside leg kick.
Gonzalez doesn't manage to clinch there - Jordans circles away.
Gonzalez avoids a punch combination nicely. #TD#
Gonzalez looking to score a takedown here. Jordans is defending well but Gonzalez drives through and ends up in Jordans's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jordans trying to control the position.
Gonzalez wants to pass the guard but Jordans is keeping the position.
Jordans is breathing heavily.#T1#
Gonzalez lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gonzalez is stalling in the full guard.
Jordans is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jordans being controlled here, momentarily.
Jimmy Gonzalez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jordans closes the distance and clinches up with Gonzalez, looking for a takedown. Jordans pushes Gonzalez against the cage but Gonzalez circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gonzalez closes the distance and clinches up with Jordans, looking for a takedown. Gonzalez pushes Jordans against the cage but Jordans circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Jordans gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Gonzalez to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Gonzalez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Jordans is pulling down on Gonzalez's head to control his posture.
Gonzalez works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Gonzalez slows the pace down in half guard.
Gonzalez tries to pass to full mount but Jordans defends it. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gonzalez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gonzalez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Jordans is trying to stand.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU#
Gonzalez stands up and beckons Jordans to join him on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Gonzalez dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Samuel Jordans'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#
Gonzalez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gonzalez throws a right hand that Jordans ducks under and follows up with a left that Jordans also avoids with ease.
Crunch! Gonzalez slams his shin into Jordans's torso.
Gonzalez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gonzalez misses with a takedown attempt - Jordans sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A left and a right from Jordans both land. Nice combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jordans as he jumps to the side.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jordans throws a right hand that Gonzalez ducks under and follows up with a left that Gonzalez also avoids with ease.#T1#
Jordans fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jordans fails with the takedown#TD#
and Gonzalez counters with a nice double leg into side control. Jordans won't be happy with that.
Gonzalez working the head with strikes. #SUB#
Gonzalez tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Gonzalez is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jordans has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2#
Gonzalez tries to advance position but instead Jordans slips a leg back in to half guard. #SU#
Gonzalez stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Jordans throws a nice looking combination but Gonzalez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gonzalez misses with a body kick.#TD#
Gonzalez drives through with a takedown into guard. #T3#
Gonzalez content to stall in guard here.
Gonzalez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Jordans for as long as he can get away with.
Jordans working a defensive guard here.
Gonzalez slips nicely into half guard.
Samuel Jordans has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Jordans is looking to improve his position.
Gonzalez content to control rather than advance.
Jimmy Gonzalez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gonzalez landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jimmy Gonzalez showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Gonzalez, 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 Chris Downing scores the fight for Jimmy Gonzalez!
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Jimmy Gonzalez!
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Jimmy Gonzalez!

Jimmy Gonzalez wins by unanimous decision!
Jimmy Gonzalez is the new lightweight champion!
The defeated Samuel Jordans had this to say: 'Just gotta get back to the training camp and learn from this..'.

Event: Core Combat I
Date: Nov 30, 2019

#R1#
A head kick from Lightner lands but Yada takes it in his stride.
Lightner lands a two punch combo.
Lightner swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Yada counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Yada sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lightner's guard.
Yada trying to control from half guard but Lightner is working away. #SUB#
Yada is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lightner wants to control but Yada is keeping busy. #SUB#
Yada is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lightner defends it well.
Lightner felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T1#
Yada is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yada trying to control the action but Lightner is working from the bottom.
Well, if Yada 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.
Yada wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lightner keeps working. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Yada seems to be looking for submissions.
Yada prevents Lightner from standing back up.
Yada seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lightner does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lightner trying to control from the bottom.
Yada wants to take a breather but Lightner is having none of it.
Lightner really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Yada. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Lightner is defending against the submission attempts here by Yada. #SUB#
Yada is working for a submission of some sort. #T3#
Lightner pushes Yada off looking to stand but Yada dives back in and keeps control. #SUB#
Yada is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lightner sees it coming and defends easily.
Yada is looking to take a break and control but Lightner is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lightner wants to improve his position but Yada is controlling well. #SUB#
Yada seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Lightner is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Toson Yada!
In defeat, Danar Lightner stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'm very disappointed in my performance. I would like to apologize to the fans, my coaches, my family. my teammate and friends, and last but not list, my manager.'.

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