Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: HRL79
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1#
Tartakov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Thompson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tartakov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A slow jab from Thompson misses its intended target.
Thompson is looking to clinch.
And Tartakov tries to counter it with a takedown but Thompson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tartakov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Thompson.
Thompson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Thompson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tartakov.
Thompson looks to land a combination but Tartakov avoids it well. #TD#
Thompson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Tartakov's guard.
Our spies down at at BKC Gym inform us that Tartakov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Tartakov is controlling Thompson's posture.
Thompson throws a big elbow that misses.
Thompson trying to control the position from guard on top but Tartakov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tartakov 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#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thompson wants to control but Tartakov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tartakov lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
Thompson is looking to control Tartakov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Thompson avoid being mounted?
Thompson wants to get back to full guard.
Tartakov is trying to control the action in half guard but Thompson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Tartakov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Tartakov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Thompson is looking for a sweep. Tartakov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Thompson is pressing down on Tartakov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Thompson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tartakov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Tartakov trying to control but Thompson is working from the bottom.
Tartakov preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tartakov trying to control the position from guard on top but Thompson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Thompson is striking from the bottom but Tartakov uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Thompson tries to roll over but Tartakov keeps him under control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Still in half guard, Tartakov seems content to control.
Tartakov slips a nice elbow through Thompson's hands, connecting with Thompson's forehead.
Thompson tries to get to full guard but Tartakov has control of the leg.
Tartakov working the head and body with strikes.
Thompson wants to get back to full guard.
Tartakov is trying to control the action in half guard but Thompson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Tartakov trying to mount his opponent but Thompson defends it.
Tartakov working over Thompson with some ground and pound. Thompson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3#
Tartakov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Thompson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tartakov prevents Thompson from improving his position.
Thompson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tartakov wants to pass to mount but Thompson is defending the position.
Thompson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tartakov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tartakov's back!
You can see the frustration on Tartakov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Thompson wants to control but Tartakov is keeping busy.
Thompson misses with an elbow to the head.
Can Tartakov hold on?! Thompson is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Thompson is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Tartakov. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Tartakov takes a big shot to the side of the head. #T4#
Thompson has the hooks in. Tartakov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Thompson loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Tartakov hold on?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thompson cracks Tartakov with a big right hand from the back mount! Tartakov immediately covers up and the referee dives in to save him under a barrage of more strikes! Thompson takes this one by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricky Thompson!
Ricky Thompson very nearly forgot to thank Fantasy Nutrition & Laundry (15%) amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: TOF 103
Date: Apr 19, 2024

#R1#
Faith moves out of range of the strikes.
Faith swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Faith lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT2#It looks like Katt Strypare has been cut.
Faith with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jab by Faith.
We've been hearing reports that Strypare has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Faith uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strypare.
Faith tries to counter by closing the distance.
Strypare looks to land a right hand but Faith moved out of range.
Faith tries to counter with a clinch but Strypare shakes him off and moves away.
Strypare doesn't manage to clinch there - Faith circles away.
Faith throws a hook to the side of Strypare's head but Strypare sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Strypare moves into the clinch.
Strypare drops down looking for an ankle pick but Faith pulls his leg out and moves away.
Strypare slips under a jab from Faith.
Faith keeps the fight on the outside.
Faith loads up on a big right hand but Strypare slips the punch.
Strypare missing with a left hand there. Faith was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strypare misses with a takedown attempt
letting Faith counter with a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Faith takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T1#
Faith throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Strypare's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Strypare duly obliges.
Good shot there by Strypare.
Strypare keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Faith swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Faith misses with a straight right.
A slow jab from Strypare misses its intended target.
Nice defenses there by Faith.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Strypare, as that shot connected.
Strypare ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Faith moves away.
Strypare throws the left hand but Faith avoids the punch easily.
Faith jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strypare paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Faith staying out of range there.
Faith tries to counter with a clinch but Strypare shakes him off and moves away.
Jarron Faith is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Strypare connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Strypare is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab lands there for Faith.#T2#
The fighters circling - Strypare throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Strypare ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Faith moves away.
Strypare throws an overhand right that lands on Faith's shoulder, as Faith tries to avoid the shot.
Faith defending well as Strypare loads up on a big left hand.
Strypare looks to land a left hand but Faith moved out of range nicely.
Faith lands a jab to the nose.
Faith moves into range and connects with a jab. #ROC2#Strypare is rocked!
Strypare takes one to the chin there.
Oh Strypare is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Faith cracks Strypare with a left hook right on the temple and Strypare goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Faith lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Strypare is OK!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jarron Faith!
An out of breath Jarron Faith thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: OFK 393 - Sparr Vs Chambers
Date: Apr 13, 2024

#R1#
Gunner tries to close the distance and clinch up but Grayce swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Grayce changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Grayce slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Grayce has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Gunner misses with a series of wild punches.
Gunner connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Grayce momentarily.
Grayce works the jab nicely.
Gunner tests Grayce 's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT#It looks like Early Grayce has been cut.#TD2#
Grayce shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Gunner is trying to defend but Grayce finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.

Gunner has one foot on Grayce 's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gunner lands a lovely overhand right.
Gunner's jab looks to have found its range, popping Grayce under the eye.
Grayce misses with a looping left.
Grayce on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T1#
Good leg kick by Gunner.
Donk. Gunner catches Grayce right on the button with a cross.
Gunner throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Grayce thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gunner misses with a head kick.
Grayce with a poor takedown
and Gunner connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gunner bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Grayce waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gunner.
Grayce takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gunner on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Gunner is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Gunner is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grayce waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gunner.
Gunner fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Grayce looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Grayce jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gunner with a nice cross.#T2#
Gunner takes a swing at Grayce 's ribcage but misses.
Grayce ducks under a wild hook from Gunner.#TD2#
Grayce darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Grayce is taking a breather. Gunner 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.#SUB2#
Grayce is trying to work for a kimura but Gunner is defending well.
Grayce is pressing down on Gunner's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gunner is holding on for now.
Gunner looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
Grayce is trying to work for a kimura but Gunner is defending well.
Gunner looks like he's trying to stand up. #T3#
Grayce tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gunner knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gunner tries to kick Grayce off but Grayce keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Grayce is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #ES#
Gunner kicks Grayce off and gets back to his feet.
Gunner tries to close the distance and clinch but Grayce swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Grayce throws a lazy right hand but Gunner sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gunner lands with a thumping leg kick.
A big right from Gunner misses.
Gunner connects with a good right hand that stumbles Grayce . Grayce circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Gunner fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jet Gunner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Gunner goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Grayce misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Gunner instigates a clinch.
Grayce throws an elbow but it misses.
Gunner comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
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!
Grayce pushes off an throws an elbow but Gunner leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Grayce creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #TD2#
Grayce works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Gunner is looking to stand up but Grayce isn't so interested in that idea.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Grayce passes Gunner's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gunner looks like he's trying to stand up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jet Gunner dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Early Grayce 's cut.
That's time! Gunner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Gunner throws a head kick but Grayce moves out of range.
Gunner throws a nice head kick!
Gunner jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Gunner is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Grayce can do to turn this around?
Grayce misses with a looping left.
Grayce fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gunner manages to avoid it.
Grayce swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Gunner misses the target.
Gunner with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD#
Gunner shoots in and bounces Grayce off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Grayce 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.
Gunner will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Grayce is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gunner pushes down on Grayce 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gunner performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T1#
Grayce is looking to control Gunner's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Grayce avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Grayce looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jet Gunner overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Grayce looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gunner working Grayce over with strikes.
Grayce tries to get to full guard but Gunner has control of the leg.
Gunner trying to control the pace.
Grayce wants to improve his position but Gunner is controlling well. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Grayce actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Gunner is looking for a kimura here.
Gunner tries to pass to full mount but Grayce defends it.
Grayce on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Gunner scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Grayce is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gunner wants to take a breather but Grayce is having none of it. #SUB2#
Grayce is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunner pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Gunner is pressing down on Grayce 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Grayce is holding on for now.
We've been hearing that Gunner has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Grayce wants to control but Gunner is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gunner looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Grayce is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gunner's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gunner's back!
Gunner is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Grayce is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB2#
Grayce has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Gunner wants to get back to his feet. #T4##ES#
Grayce has his opponent's back but Gunner is looking to stand. He manages to get to his feet and shakes off Grayce .
Gunner moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice defenses there by Grayce .
Gunner scores with a kick to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Grayce moves away from the strike by Gunner.
Gunner shoots in for a double leg but Grayce sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Grayce with the counter takedown but Gunner avoids it easily.
Gunner wants to clinch.
Gunner is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Gunner throws an off balance right hand
and Grayce counters with a nice uppercut.
Gunner slips under a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jet Gunner dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Early Grayce 's cut.
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#
Gunner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grayce was well out of range. Poor timing from Gunner.#TD#
Grayce gets caught napping as Gunner dives in and scores a takedown. Grayce manages to retain guard.
Gunner trying to control the position from guard on top but Grayce is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gunner pushes down on Grayce 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Grayce is looking to improve his position.
Grayce is refusing to be controlled, as Gunner sits in half guard.
Grayce moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunner preventing the sweep.
Grayce keeping moving, preventing Gunner from controlling successfully.
Gunner stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Grayce swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gunner preventing the sweep. #T1#
Gunner trying to control but Grayce is working from the bottom.
Grayce 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.
Gunner slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Grayce is trying to improve his position.
Grayce is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Gunner is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Grayce wants to control but Gunner is having none of it.
Grayce is in all sorts of trouble here.
Grayce bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T2##ES#
Gunner uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Jet Gunner is winning the standup battle so far.
Grayce fails with a takedown attempt.
Gunner is looking to clinch.
Grayce with the counter takedown but Gunner avoids it easily.
Gunner lands a head kick!
Gunner tries to clinch there but Grayce circles away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circling - Gunner throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Grayce tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Grayce throws out a loose jab but Gunner uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grayce walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#TD#
Grayce gets caught flat footed, as Gunner shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Grayce has an active guard here but Gunner has managed to pass into half guard.
Well, if Gunner 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. #T3##SUB2#
Grayce is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunner pulls his head out easily.
Gunner is trying to control the action in half guard but Grayce is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gunner is looking to advance position but Grayce won't allow it.
Grayce wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Grayce looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Grayce takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Gunner is looking for a kimura here.
Gunner slips a nice elbow through Grayce 's hands, connecting with Grayce 's forehead.
Jet Gunner is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gunner is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Gunner postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Grayce looks a forlorn figure.
Grayce is working to get back to half guard.
Grayce is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Grayce keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gunner lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Gunner controlling the pace for now.
Grayce is trying desperately to improve position.
Early Grayce has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Grayce is bucking up trying to escape but Gunner cracks him with another couple of good strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jet Gunner showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gunner 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: TOF 100
Date: Apr 12, 2024

#R1#
Andersson throws a lazy uppercut
and Temple counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice jab there from Andersson .
Temple walks into a stiff left hand from Andersson .
Andersson lands a right hook to the body.
Andersson misses with a wild combination.
Temple takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Donk. Andersson catches Temple right on the button with a cross.
Andersson misses with a straight right.
Temple stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Temple throws a jab but it's blocked by Andersson .
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andersson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Temple. Temple circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Temple throws out a loose jab but Andersson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andersson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Temple.
It looked like Temple wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Temple rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Andersson to counter with a crisp jab.
Andersson throws a series of punches but Temple avoids them all with ease.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Andersson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andersson scores with a nice right hand.
Temple avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andersson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Temple on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Temple definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Andersson lands a jab.
Andersson just misses with a punch to the body.
Temple is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Andersson misses with an uppercut.
Andersson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Temple had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Andersson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Andersson fails to land with a series of punches.
Andersson throws a shot from downtown. Temple moves away and avoids it.
Temple attempts a counter takedown but Andersson avoids it well and moves away.
Temple blocks a jab.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Andersson .
Andersson missing with a left hand there. Temple was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Andersson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andersson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Temple throws a body punch but Andersson moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Andersson ! But no joy.
Andersson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Andersson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Temple wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Temple on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A jab from Andersson misses.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Andersson misses the target.
Temple connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#KD#
Temple drops Andersson with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Andersson looks back up at him and smiles so Temple waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Andersson is rocked!
Andersson slips a jab from Temple.
Andersson is still on wobbly legs! Can Temple finish him?
Temple scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Andersson loads up on a big right hand but Temple slips the punch.
Andersson moves away from the strike by Temple.
Abraham Andersson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andersson moves out of range as Temple strikes.
Andersson seems to have recovered his senses.#T3#
Temple throws a jab but it's blocked by Andersson .
Andersson throws out a counter right but Temple avoids it with no problem.
Andersson misses the shot to the body.
Temple attempts a counter takedown but Andersson avoids it well and moves away.
Temple pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little jabbing left from Andersson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Andersson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Temple moves away.
A quick step to the side and Temple tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andersson moves out of range as Temple strikes.
Temple throws a hook but Andersson avoids it easily.
Temple waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Andersson .
Andersson throws a combination. Temple tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Andersson misses with a lunging right hand
and Temple counters with a straight right hand.
Temple misses with a hook
and Andersson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Temple thinking.
Temple misses with a looping left.
It seemed like Andersson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Temple slips under a jab from Andersson .#KD#
Temple lands a big uppercut and Andersson crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Andersson looks OK. Temple waves Andersson back to his feet!#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Temple throws out a loose jab but Andersson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andersson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Andersson feints and as Temple raises his hands in defense, Andersson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Andersson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Andersson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Andersson cracks Temple with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Temple looking for a guillotine here but Andersson defends easily.
Andersson trying to control the position from guard on top but Temple is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Andersson looking to pass the guard.
Andersson trying to control but Temple is working from the bottom. #T5#
Andersson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Andersson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Temple looking for a guillotine here but Andersson defends easily.
Andersson landing with the ground and pound.
Andersson connects with a couple of short punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Temple keeping moving, preventing Andersson from controlling successfully.
Andersson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Andersson looking to sit in guard and control but Temple gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Temple's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Andersson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Andersson trying to keep a closed guard but Temple is proving a slippery customer.
Temple passes Andersson 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Andersson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Temple pulls his head out easily. #T7##SUB#
Temple is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Temple thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Andersson 's head.
Andersson is looking for a sweep. Temple is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Temple missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Temple tries to pass to full mount but Andersson defends it.
Andersson tries to roll over but Temple keeps him under control.#T8#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Andersson is looking to control Temple's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Andersson avoid being mounted?
Andersson 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.
Andersson is staying active underneath Temple, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Temple moves away from the strike by Andersson .
Andersson connects with a body shot.
Andersson looks to land a combination but Temple avoids it well.
Temple takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Good shot there by Andersson .
Temple gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Temple changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Temple takes a jab right on the kisser. #T9#
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Andersson .
Temple is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD#
Temple dives in and scores a takedown into Andersson 's guard.#SUB2#
Andersson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Temple defends well.
Andersson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Temple manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Andersson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Temple's head.
Andersson won't allow Temple to sweep him here.
Temple trying to keep a closed guard but Andersson is proving a slippery customer.
Temple keeping moving, preventing Andersson from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abraham Andersson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Temple doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Andersson misses the shot to the body.
Temple jabs Andersson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Temple throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Andersson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Andersson misses the jab.
Temple half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Andersson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Temple throws a jab but it's blocked by Andersson .
Andersson throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Temple on the side of the head.
Temple throws a body shot but no joy.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Andersson .
Andersson throws a jab but it's blocked by Temple.
Temple with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Andersson to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Temple blocks a jab.
Andersson ducks under a wild hook from Temple.
Andersson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice takedown defense from Andersson . No joy for Temple on that attempt.
Andersson cracks Temple with an open hand slap.
Andersson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Temple counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andersson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Temple's head backwards.
A jab from Andersson does it's job there.
Temple's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Andersson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Temple scrambles back to his feet.
Temple looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Temple throws a body punch but Andersson moves out of range.
Andersson sizes up Temple with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Andersson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Andersson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Abraham Andersson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andersson dips to his left and cracks Temple with an uppercut!
Andersson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Andersson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Temple finds it's way round the side to connect with Andersson 's head.
Andersson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Temple counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Temple throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andersson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andersson throws a hook to the side of Temple's head but Temple sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Temple tries to counter with a takedown but Andersson is quick to defend against it.
Temple avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Temple attempts a counter takedown but Andersson avoids it well and moves away.
Temple missing with a left hand there. Andersson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Andersson misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Temple misses the target.
Temple moves away from the strike by Andersson .
Temple misses with a body shot
and Andersson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Temple.
Temple is looking to take a break and control but Andersson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Andersson 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Temple thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Andersson tries to improve position but can't.
Temple cracks Andersson with a big elbow. #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.
Temple wants to lay and pray for a moment but Andersson keeps working. #SUB#
Temple looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Andersson is trying to get back to half guard.
Andersson is still trying to improve position.
You can see the frustration on Andersson 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Andersson is not content to let Temple control the position.
Temple throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T5#
Andersson is trying to control Temple's posture but Temple avoids it.
Temple creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Andersson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Andersson is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Temple working the body and head with strikes.
Temple wants to control but Andersson is keeping him busy.
Temple misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Andersson is trying to get back to half guard.
Andersson is working to avoid the ground and pound but Temple connects with a decent elbow. #T6#
Temple trying to control the action but Andersson is working from the bottom.
Andersson is looking for a sweep.
Andersson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Temple goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Andersson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Temple but great work by Andersson .#T7#
Temple is trying to improve his position.
Andersson landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Temple tries to improve position but can't.
Andersson trying to control the action but Temple is working from the bottom.
Andersson working the ground and pound but Temple is defending the strikes.
Temple is not content to let Andersson control the position.
Temple struggling a bit here.#T8#
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.
Andersson postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Andersson working the ground and pound from side control.
Andersson trying to control the position but Temple is working away.
Temple sneaks back into half guard.
Temple is looking to improve his position.
Andersson is trying to control the action in half guard but Temple is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Andersson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Temple is trying to maintain the position but Andersson is very close to passing his half guard.#T9#
Andersson working the head and body with strikes.
Andersson controlling the pace.
Temple gets full guard.
Andersson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Andersson trying to control but Temple is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Temple keeping full guard, as Andersson tries to pass.
Andersson won't allow Temple to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Abraham Andersson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Andersson fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Andersson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Temple's guard.
Andersson wants to pass the guard but Temple is keeping the position.#SUB#
Temple looking for a guillotine here but Andersson defends easily.
Temple manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Andersson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Andersson is looking for a triangle but Temple pushes his legs off easily.
Temple sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1##SUB2#
Andersson is looking for a triangle but Temple pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Andersson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Temple is aware though and is defending well.
Andersson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Andersson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Temple is working Andersson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Temple throws a big elbow that misses.
Andersson has momentary wrist control but Temple slips an elbow through the middle.
Temple stays in close to Andersson 's body and controls the position.
Andersson is trying to keep Temple in close. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Temple pushing down on Andersson 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Andersson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Andersson is looking to improve his position.
Andersson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Temple wants to control from the top but Andersson keeps moving.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3#
Temple is working Andersson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Temple not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Temple slips nicely into half guard.
Andersson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Temple is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Andersson has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Temple is looking to defend but Andersson has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Temple! Andersson pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Temple taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Abraham Andersson !
A relieved looking Abraham Andersson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: TOF 100
Date: Apr 12, 2024

#R1#
Hippolytos throws a sloppy head kick
and Soderberg counters with a right hand to the body.
Soderberg pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hippolytos tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Soderberg looks to land a right hand but Hippolytos moved out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hippolytos! But no joy.
Soderberg slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hippolytos defending well as Soderberg loads up on a big left hand.
Nice shot by Hippolytos.
Soderberg takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Stefan Soderberg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Soderberg throws a hook but Hippolytos avoids it easily.
Hippolytos tries to counter with a clinch but Soderberg shakes him off and moves away.
Soderberg moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT#It looks like Niache Hippolytos has been cut.
Hippolytos swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Soderberg to counter with a crisp jab.
Hippolytos throws a front kick aimed at Soderberg's knee but Soderberg avoids it well.
Soderberg throws a combination. Hippolytos tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Soderberg takes a swing at Hippolytos's ribcage but misses.
Jab, jab by Soderberg - just one landing.
Soderberg with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Soderberg lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T1#
Nice shot by Soderberg.
Hippolytos takes one to the chin there.
Soderberg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hippolytos throws a head kick that Soderberg semi-blocks. #CUT2#It looks like Stefan Soderberg has been cut.
Soderberg lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hippolytos circles away quickly and effectively.
The fighters circling - Soderberg throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hippolytos walks into a left hand.
Nice body punch from Soderberg.
Hippolytos tries to clinch
and Soderberg counters with a nice uppercut.
Good shot there by Soderberg.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Soderberg. Hippolytos does a little dance to reset his feet.
Soderberg throws a shot to the body.
Soderberg lands a nice shot that snaps Hippolytos's head back. #ROC#Hippolytos is rocked!
Hippolytos is aggressively charging in as Soderberg backs up avoiding any damage. Soderberg tosses out a jab and Hippolytos runs right into it face first! Hippolytos is out cold! Soderberg dropped down on all fours and is barking in Hippolytos's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Stefan Soderberg!
Stefan Soderberg decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SMASH: Barkley vs Dredd
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
Hisashi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Romulus Gerber seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick from Hisashi lands but Gerber takes it in his stride.
Hisashi staying out of range there.
Gerber misses with a body shot.
Hisashi throws a head kick that misses.
Gerber takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice takedown defense from Hisashi. No joy for Gerber on that attempt.
Gerber misses with a hook.
Gerber backing away here, and Hisashi unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Gerber takes a kick to the side of the head.
Hisashi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#KD#
Gerber lands a big head kick that sends Hisashi tumbling to the mat! Gerber takes a step backwards and waves Hisashi back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Gerber has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gerber shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hisashi, as that shot connected.
Hisashi walks into a left hand. #ROC#Hisashi is rocked!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hisashi.
Gerber appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hisashi is still on wobbly legs! Can Gerber finish him?
Hisashi misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hisashi seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Gerber tries a low kick but Hisashi avoids it.
Gerber throws a combination that misses
and Hisashi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hisashi with a hook.
Gerber swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hisashi! But no joy.
Gerber ducks under a wild hook from Hisashi.
Hisashi throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hisashi.
Hisashi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hisashi tries a head kick but it misses.
Hisashi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gerber ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hisashi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gerber's head.
A swing and a miss from Hisashi.
Gerber walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hisashi with a nice calf kick.
Hisashi swings widly with a right hand
enabling Gerber to counter with a crisp jab.
Gerber looks to land a right hand but Hisashi moved out of range.#T2#
Gerber uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hisashi.
Hisashi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hisashi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hisashi throws a body kick that misses.
Hisashi avoids the body shot from Gerber.
Hisashi looks to throw the jab but Gerber is out of range.
Gerber moves out of range of the body kick from Hisashi.
Gerber connects with the punch.
Hisashi blocks a low kick nicely.
Hisashi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gerber swings for the body but Hisashi moves out of range.
Hisashi cracks Gerber with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hisashi cracks Gerber with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hisashi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gerber.
Gerber gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T3#
Gerber throws a poor cross that misses
and Hisashi counters with a nice uppercut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hisashi.
Hisashi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Gerber had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Hisashi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hisashi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Hisashi throws a hook but Gerber avoids it easily.
Hisashi swings for the body but Gerber moves out of range.
Gerber throws a series of punches but Hisashi moves out of range.
Gerber misses the shot to the body.
Gerber bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A shot to the liver by Hisashi. Beautiful body shot.
Hisashi misses with a low kick.
Gerber on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hisashi scores with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hisashi feints and then cracks Gerber's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gerber down.
Hisashi thuds a left hand into Gerber's body.#T4#
Gerber pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hisashi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gerber rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hisashi counters with a straight right hand.
Hisashi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Gerber throwing a counter right hand but Hisashi manages to avoid it.
Gerber swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gerber moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hisashi throws a nice head kick!
Hisashi checks a leg kick.
Gerber throws a leg kick that is checked
and Gerber takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice uppercut lands for Gerber. That snapped Hisashi's head back.
Hisashi tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Gerber tries to keep at a distance but Hisashi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hisashi throws a punch but it's blocked by Gerber.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Akahoshi Hisashi dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Gerber takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hisashi shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Gerber eats them both and turns towards Hisashi to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Gerber jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hisashi counters with a body kick.
Hisashi looks to throw the jab but Gerber is out of range.
No joy there for Gerber, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hisashi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#ROC2#Gerber is rocked!
Hisashi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gerber. Gerber obviously looking to wear him down.
Gerber throws out a leg kick but Hisashi moves out of range and Gerber only half commits.
Hisashi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gerber.
Gerber throws a looping overhand right but Hisashi ducks down to avoid it.
Akahoshi Hisashi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hisashi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Gerber takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Gerber misses its intended target.
Hisashi misses with a body kick.
Hisashi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hisashi scores with a nice head shot.
Oh Gerber is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Gerber throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hisashi throws a head kick that misses.
Gerber takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hisashi tries a head kick but it misses.
Gerber takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gerber misses with a hook
and Hisashi counters with a left right combination that sends Gerber crashing to the mat - Hisashi wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Gerber out for a TKO! Devastating finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Akahoshi Hisashi!

Event: NYF 61 Donal vs Vogels
Date: Apr 06, 2024

#R1#
Bremens throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The fighters circling - Lauzier throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lauzier looks to land a left hand but Bremens moved out of range nicely.
Lauzier pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bremens misses with a low kick.
Bremens walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bremens throws a head kick but Lauzier moves out of range.
Lauzier throwing a counter right hand but Bremens manages to avoid it.
Lauzier avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bremens slips a jab from Lauzier.
Bremens ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lauzier looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lauzier loads up on a big right hand but Bremens slips the punch.
A bone on bone clash there as Lauzier blocks the leg kick.
Lauzier moves out of range of the body kick from Bremens.
Bremens throws a head kick but Lauzier moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bremens pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lauzier checks a low kick from Bremens.
Bremens looks for the body kick but Lauzier saw that one coming.
Bremens steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lauzier.
Lauzier waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bremens.
Bremens ducks right into an uppercut from Lauzier. #T1#
Bremens looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lauzier is looking to counter punch.
A jab from Lauzier misses.
Bremens throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Lauzier to counter with a crisp jab.
Lauzier swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bremens.
Lauzier misses with a straight right.
Lauzier misses with a straight right.
Lauzier misses with a lunging right hand
and Bremens counters with a big head kick but Lauzier shrugs it off.
The fighters circling - Lauzier throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lauzier throws a hook but Bremens avoids it easily.
Bremens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bremens plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#It looks like Gabriel Lauzier has been cut.
Lauzier takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lauzier throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A head kick misses from Bremens.
Lauzier stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bremens.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bremens pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lauzier is out of range and Bremens settles back down.
It looked like Lauzier wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bremens throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bremens steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lauzier.
Lauzier throws a jab but it's blocked by Bremens. #T2#
Lauzier scores with a nice head shot.
Lauzier cracks Bremens with a good jab.
Bremens buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bremens uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lauzier.
Good standup being displayed there by Lauzier as he connects with a hook.
Bremens moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Lauzier throws a looping overhand right but Bremens ducks down to avoid it.
Bremens bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bremens attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bremens is looking to score with low kicks.
Bremens is looking to score with low kicks.
Lauzier tests Bremens's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Lauzier as he connects with a hook.
A jab from Lauzier misses.
Bremens misses with a leg kick.
Lauzier misses with a looping left.
A jab from Lauzier misses.
Lauzier is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bremens tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
Bremens scores with a kick to the body.
Lauzier takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Lauzier tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lauzier thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bremens appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lauzier swats away the attempt to clinch by Bremens.
Lauzier swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bremens steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lauzier.
Lauzier thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bremens tries a head kick but it misses.
Lauzier checks the leg kick.
Lauzier blocks a head kick by Bremens.
Lauzier misses with an uppercut. Bremens saw that one coming.
Lauzier moves out of range of the body kick.
A lazy left from Lauzier finds it's target.
Lauzier lands with a hook. Bremens tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bremens misses with a head kick.
Bremens throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lauzier misses with a hook. Bremens ducked under it nicely.
Bremens tries a quick counter leg kick but Lauzier is wise to it.#T4#
A low kick from Bremens misses
and Lauzier counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bremens throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lauzier checks a leg kick.
Nice body kick from Bremens.
Lauzier moves out of range as Bremens throws a body kick.
Bremens takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lauzier's corner calls for a 1-2. Lauzier obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A low kick lands for Bremens.
A jab from Lauzier misses.
Bremens throws a push kick but Lauzier slaps the foot to one side.
Lauzier throws out a loose jab but Bremens uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bremens appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bremens keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lauzier.
Bremens wants to slow Lauzier down by chopping away at his legs.
Lauzier takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A swing and a miss from Lauzier.
Lauzier throws a hook to the side of Bremens's head but Bremens sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bremens uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lauzier.
Bremens bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Gabriel Lauzier will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Lauzier's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lauzier on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Lauzier throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lauzier missing with a left hand there. Bremens was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bremens throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lauzier.
Bremens is looking to score with low kicks.
Lauzier avoids a kick to the body.
Gabriel Lauzier is winning the standup battle so far.
Lauzier misses the jab.
A nice leg kick from Bremens, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bremens avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lauzier avoids a kick to the body.
Bremens throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lauzier missing with a left hand there. Bremens was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bremens looks to throw a body kick
and Lauzier counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lauzier misses with an uppercut. Bremens saw that one coming.
Bremens bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lauzier stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bremens.
Lauzier throws a big shot that misses.
Lauzier avoids the head kick by Bremens.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bremens. #T1#
Bremens digs a good body shot into Lauzier's ribs.
Lauzier fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bremens on the side of the head.
Bremens tried to score with a low kick but Lauzier checks it.
Bremens throws a leg kick but Lauzier sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bremens bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Lauzier will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Lauzier misses with a looping left.
Bremens lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Lauzier looks to land a right hand but Bremens moved out of range.
Lauzier is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A punch lands to the side of Bremens 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bremens lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bremens misses with a head kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lauzier throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bremens counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lauzier's knee momentarily.
Bremens throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
An attempted straight right counter from Lauzier misses the target.
Bremens slips under a jab from Lauzier.
Lauzier throws a hook but Bremens avoids it easily.
Lauzier blocks a low kick nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bremens moves out of range as Lauzier strikes.
Lauzier is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bremens. #T2#
Bremens ducks under a wild hook from Lauzier.
Lauzier throws a shot from downtown. Bremens moves away and avoids it.
Bremens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bremens uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lauzier.
Bremens misses with a low kick.
Bremens wants to land a leg kick but Lauzier is out of range.
Bremens tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lauzier is able to avoid easily.
Lauzier jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bremens uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lauzier.
Bremens gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bremens throws a leg kick but Lauzier sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bremens throws a low kick but Lauzier moves out of range easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Lauzier misses the target.
Bremens with the inside leg kick.
Lauzier throws a hook but Bremens avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Lauzier misses the target.
Lauzier throws a hook to the side of Bremens's head but Bremens sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lauzier blocks a head kick by Bremens. #T3#
Bremens throws a low kick, looking for Lauzier's leg but Lauzier calmly moves out of range.
Lauzier throwing a counter right hand but Bremens manages to avoid it.
Bremens throws a leg kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Lauzier misses the target.
Lauzier is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lauzier misses with an uppercut
and Bremens counters with a nice leg kick.
Bremens uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lauzier.
Bremens throws a leg kick but Lauzier moved away.
Lauzier was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bremens tries a head kick but it misses.
Lauzier looks to land a left hand but Bremens moved out of range nicely.
Lauzier sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Bremens avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lauzier throws a shot from downtown. Bremens moves away and avoids it.
Bremens throws a chopping leg kick but Lauzier manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lauzier swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bremens moves out of range of the strikes.
Lauzier backing away here, and Bremens unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bremens scoring well with a low kick there.
Bremens misses with a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Lauzier on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lauzier blocks a low kick nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Lauzier on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lauzier throws a hook but Bremens blocks it.
Bremens ducks under a wild hook from Lauzier.
Lauzier misses with an uppercut. #T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Bremens.
Bremens slips under a jab from Lauzier.
Lauzier throws a poor cross that misses
and Bremens counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lauzier's knee momentarily.
Bremens displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lauzier throws out the jab.
Lauzier connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bremens throws a sloppy head kick and Lauzier moves out of range easily.
Good work by Lauzier as he checks the leg kick.
Lauzier changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bremens slips under a jab.
Bremens keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lauzier.
An inside leg kick lands from Bremens.
Bremens throws a sloppy head kick and Lauzier moves out of range easily.
Lauzier is looking to counter punch.
Lauzier throws a lazy right hand but Bremens sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bremens avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bremens scores with a kick to the body.
Bremens throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lauzier throws a shot from downtown. Bremens moves away and avoids it.
Lauzier listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Carl Bremens will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Lauzier's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bremens walks into a straight right hand from Lauzier.
Bremens looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lauzier misses with a straight left.
Bremens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bremens misses with an attempted mid kick.
A big left from Lauzier misses.
Bremens misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lauzier takes a kick to the side of the head.
Bremens throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Lauzier to counter with a crisp jab.
Lauzier swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bremens misses with a low kick.
Lauzier jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bremens ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bremens scores with a head kick.
Lauzier blocks a low kick nicely.
It looked like Lauzier wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A good leg kick by Bremens.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bremens lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bremens slips a jab from Lauzier.
Bremens feints a counter leg kick.#T1#
Bremens takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bremens slips under a jab from Lauzier.
Lauzier takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lauzier throws the left hand but Bremens avoids the punch easily.
Bremens staying out of range there.
Lauzier swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lauzier backing away here, and Bremens unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Lauzier swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lauzier throws a looping overhand right but Bremens ducks down to avoid it.
Bremens throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
A clash of legs there as Lauzier blocks the low kick.
Bremens slips under a jab.
Lauzier lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bremens keeps Lauzier at a distance using the push kick.
Lauzier lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lauzier throws the left hand but Bremens avoids the punch easily.
Lauzier throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bremens sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bremens has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lauzier is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice jab there from Lauzier.
Lauzier looks to land a left hand but Bremens moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - Lauzier throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lauzier dips to his left and cracks Bremens with an uppercut!
Bremens fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lauzier checks it well.
Lauzier avoids the head kick by Bremens.
It looked like Lauzier wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
That kick from Bremens tenderised Lauzier's leg. Lauzier is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lauzier blocks a head kick by Bremens.
Bremens fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bremens looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lauzier connects with a nice looking jab.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Bremens.
Both fighters circling a little - Bremens finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Lauzier checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bremens blocks a jab.
Bremens throws a head kick but Lauzier moves out of range.
Bremens uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lauzier.#T3#
Bremens misses with a head kick.
Lauzier connects with a jab.
Bremens misses with a body kick.
Bremens lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lauzier's sensitive parts.
Bremens moves out of range as Lauzier strikes.
Bremens feints a counter leg kick.
Lauzier missing with a left hand there. Bremens was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bremens looks to score with a jab to the body but Lauzier is just out of range.
Bremens uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lauzier.
Bremens slips a straight right by Lauzier.
Lauzier loads up on a big right hand but Bremens slips the punch.
Bremens looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bremens ducks under a wild hook from Lauzier.
Lauzier stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bremens.
Lauzier swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jab, jab by Lauzier - just one landing.
Lauzier takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Bremens thows a leg kick but Lauzier checks it
and Lauzier counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Bremens looks for the body kick but Lauzier saw that one coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bremens on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bremens tries a low kick but Lauzier avoids it.
Bremens slips a jab from Lauzier.
Lauzier on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bremens. Bremens obviously looking to wear him down.
Lauzier blocks a jab.
Lauzier scores with a sloppy right hand. Bremens should have avoided that one.
The fighters circling - Lauzier throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lauzier loads up on a big right hand but Bremens slips the punch.
Bremens scores with a head kick.
Lauzier pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lauzier thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lauzier looks to throw the jab but Bremens is out of range.
Lauzier looks to throw the jab but Bremens is out of range.
Bremens attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bremens misses with a head kick.
Bremens attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Gabriel Lauzier.
Well Lauzier 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 John Roberts scores the fight 29:28
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: UCF 15:
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
Bautin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dan.
Bautin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bautin keeps the fight on the outside.
Dan thows a body kick. Bautin tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Bautin throws a right hand that misses
and Dan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Dan throws a head kick that misses.
Bautin appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dan.
Dan wants to land a leg kick but Bautin is out of range.
Dan dodges the punch combination from Bautin.
Dan throws a leg kick that misses.
Bautin ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Bautin misses the target.
Dan staying out of range there.
Dan tries to clinch up.
Bautin checks the leg kick.
Bautin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bautin throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Dan counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T1#
Dan can't find room to land a body shot as Bautin controls the action.
Bautin lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dan tries a body shot but Bautin blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dan.
Bautin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bautin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bautin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dans head.
Bautin misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Dan fails to land.
Dan blocking some punches.
Dan misses with some punches.
Bautin throws a head punch that misses.
Dan has a couple of punches blocked by Bautin.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bautin.
Dan softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bautin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bautin.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bautin.
Dan throws a punch but it's blocked by Bautin.
A head punch on the inside from Dan fails to land. #T2#
Bautin throws a head punch that misses.
Bautin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dan misses with a punch on the inside.
Bautin lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Bautin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bautin looks to land a left hand but Dan moved out of range nicely.
A jab from Bautin misses.
Dan lands a leg kick that knocks Bautin off balance momentarily.
Dan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bautin.
Dan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bautin avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bautin throws a lazy uppercut
and Dan counters with an inside leg kick.
Dan throws a head kick but Bautin moves out of range.
Bautin swinging wildly here.
Dan tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bautin is able to avoid easily.#T3#
Bautin misses with a body shot.
Dan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bautin misses with a body punch
and Bautin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sergei Bautin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dan throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CUT2#It looks like Sergei Bautin has been cut.
Bautin throws a jab but it's blocked by Dan.
Dan tries a head kick but it misses.
Bautin throws a poor cross that misses
and Dan counters with a nice body kick.
Dan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bautin.
Dan throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bautin throws a hook but Dan blocks it.
Bautin lands with a good body shot.
Dan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bautin throws out the jab.
Dan is looking to chop away at Bautin's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bautin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dan.
Dan on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T4#
Bautin lunges at Dan with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dan's hand.
Dan with the inside leg kick.
Bautin scores with a hook.
Bautin scores with a one two! Dan had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Dan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
An attempted straight right counter from Bautin misses the target.
Dan slips under a jab from Bautin.
Dan throws a front kick aimed at Bautin's knee but Bautin avoids it well.
Bautin swinging wildly here.
Donk. Bautin catches Dan right on the button with a cross.
A punch lands to the side of Dan 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bautin swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dan counters with a low kick, right behind Bautin 's knee.
Dan tries a low kick but Bautin avoids it.
Bautin is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sergei Bautin will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergei Bautin's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dan ducks under a wild hook from Bautin.
Dan is looking to clinch but Bautin is avoiding it.
Bautin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bautin checks the leg kick.
A quick step to the side and Bautin tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dan drops his hands momentarily and Bautin takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bautin checks a leg kick nicely.
Bautin checks a low kick from Dan.
Bautin throws out a powerful jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Bautin misses the target.
Dan raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Dan fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bautin checks it well.
Dan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bautin checks a leg kick nicely.
Bautin scores with a jab. Dan acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dan throws a leg kick
and Bautin counters with a nice uppercut.
Sergei Bautin is winning the standup battle so far.
Dan moves out of range of the strikes.
Bautin lands a head shot.#T1#
Dan throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bautin misses with an uppercut
and Dan counters with a low kick, right behind Bautin 's knee.
Dan ducks under a wild hook from Bautin.
Dan slips a jab from Bautin.
Dan thinks about the counter body kick.
Bautin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dan throws out the jab.
A low kick from Dan misses
and Bautin counters with a nice uppercut.
Dan throws a head kick that misses.
Bautin shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Dan eats them both and turns towards Bautin to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#ROC#Dan is rocked!
Dan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bautin is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bautin throws a big shot that misses.
Dan throws a solid leg kick but Bautin takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dan.
Bautin misses with a hook. Dan ducked under it nicely.
Dan tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A left lands for Bautin.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bautin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Dan tries a head kick but it misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dan.
Bautin connects with a right hand. Dan shakes it off.
Dan tries to clinch up.
Bautin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dan can do to turn this around?
Dan misses the jab.
It looked like Bautin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dan throws a leg kick which misses Bautin's front leg but catches the back leg as Bautin tries to avoid it.
Bautin steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Dan. That one must have hurt.
Dan thows a leg kick but Bautin checks it
and Bautin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bautin avoids the head kick by Dan.
Bautin seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bautin looks to throw the jab but Dan is out of range. #CL#
Bautin gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dan swings wildly with an uppercut but Bautin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bautin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bautin blocking some punches. #T3#
Bautin working aggressively here.
Dan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bautin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bautin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dan scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bautin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bautin lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dan is breathing heavily.
Bautin prevents a body shot from Dan.
Dan working aggressively here.
Dan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bautin throws a punch but it's blocked by Dan.
Bautin can't find room to land a body shot as Dan controls the action.
Bautin lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Bautin fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dan.
Bautin lands a shoulder strike.
Bautin scores with a shoulder strike.
Bautin lands a left hand. #T4#
Bautin blocking some punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bautin throws a head punch that misses.
Dan tries a body shot but Bautin blocks it.
Bautin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dan misses with some punches.
Bautin lands a shoulder strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bautin.
Bautin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dan tries to work over Bautin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bautin.
Bautin lands a shoulder strike.
Bautin can't find room to land a body shot as Dan controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bautin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dan is still on wobbly legs! Can Bautin finish him?#TD#
Bautin successfully pulls guard.
Dan seems to have recovered his senses.
Dan must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Bautin is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Dan has his hands clasped together but Bautin extends and breaks Dan's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Bautin.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergei Bautin!
During a confident post fight interview, Sergei Bautin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: HZN 14 Bollomard v Leben
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
Bizihwaeile thumps Raak with a low kick.
Bizihwaeile connects with a high kick.
Raak with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bizihwaeile to score with a decent uppercut.
Raak keeps the fight on the outside.
Bizihwaeile misses the jab.
Raak blocks a head kick by Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile throws out a leg kick but Raak moves out of range and Bizihwaeile only half commits.
Bizihwaeile throws a right hand that misses
and Raak counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bizihwaeile thinking.
Raak throws an overhand right that lands on Bizihwaeile's shoulder, as Bizihwaeile tries to avoid the shot.
Bizihwaeile misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bizihwaeile thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bizihwaeile throws a nice inside leg kick.
Raak throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bizihwaeile appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bizihwaeile connects with a good right hand that stumbles Raak. Raak circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bizihwaeile throws a leg kick that misses. #T1#
A shot to the body from Bizihwaeile misses
and Raak counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bizihwaeile goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Bizihwaeile stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Raak ducks under a wild hook from Bizihwaeile.
Raak steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile lands with a kick to the temple. Raak shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Raak misses with an uppercut. Bizihwaeile saw that one coming.
Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Raak tries to clinch there but Bizihwaeile circles away.
Raak uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bizihwaeile.
Raak takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bizihwaeile with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from Bizihwaeile misses.
Raak swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that Raak semi-blocks. #T2#
Raak throws a hook but Bizihwaeile avoids it easily.
A jab from Bizihwaeile misses.
Bizihwaeile swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Raak counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bizihwaeile rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Raak moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bizihwaeile circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bizihwaeile throws a nice head kick!
Bizihwaeile keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Raak takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaeile.
A jab from Bizihwaeile finds it's way through Raak's defenses.
Bizihwaeile slips a straight right by Raak.#T3#
Raak throws a body punch but Bizihwaeile moves out of range.
Raak steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bizihwaeile.
Raak is looking to counter punch.
Raak uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bizihwaeile.
Good work by Raak as he checks the leg kick.
Bizihwaeile lands with an uppercut that bounces Raak off the cage and back into range.
Bizihwaeile throws an overhand right that lands on Raak's shoulder, as Raak tries to avoid the shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Raak misses its target.
Raak uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile lands the left hand.
Bizihwaeile lands a glancing blow to the side of Raak's head.#KD2#
Bizihwaeile lands a big right hand that sends Raak crashing to the mat! Bizihwaeile stays standing though and waves Raak back to his feet!#ROC2#Raak is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Raak gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Bizihwaeile gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile!
A very excited looking Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: HZN 14 Bollomard v Leben
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
Zuev scores with a leg kick.
Zuev moves away from the strike by Steel. #CL#
Zuev closes the distance and pushes Steel back into the cage.
Steel working aggressively here.
Steel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Steel misses with a punch on the inside.
Steel misses with the head strike.
Zuev misses with a knee strike.
Zuev prevents a body shot from Steel.
Steel has a couple of punches blocked by Zuev.
Zuev misses with a knee strike.
Zuev lands a nice uppercut.
Steel throws a head punch that misses.
Zuev lands a knee to the head.
Steel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Steel tries a body shot but Zuev blocks it.
Steel misses with a punch on the inside.
Steel misses with a punch on the inside.
Zuev misses with a short punch on the inside.
Steel tries a body shot but Zuev blocks it. #BC2#
Steel breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Steel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zuev.
Zuev throws a jab when Steel was well out of range.
Zuev gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Steel throws out a powerful jab.
Steel sizes up Zuev with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD2#
Steel gets the takedown into side control.
Zuev is trying to improve his position.
Steel trying to control the action but Zuev is working from the bottom.
Zuev tries to improve position but can't.
Steel creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steel landing a few strikes.
Zuev is not content to let Steel control the position.
Zuev is being controlled here.
Steel has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Steel is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Zuev knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Zuev is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Sloppy strikes there by Steel.
Steel grinds an elbow into Zuev's temple.
Steel working the ground and pound.#T3#
Steel lands some shots froms side control.
Zuev is trying to improve his position.
Steel trying to control the action but Zuev is working from the bottom.
Steel is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Steel working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Steel sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Zuev is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Zuev is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zuev is trying to get back to half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Steel swings around for an armbar but Zuev sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Steel's guard.
Zuev wants to stand but Steel has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Zuev trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Steel pulls Zuev in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Steel looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Steel is pulling down on Zuev's head to control his posture.
Zuev trying to control but Steel is working from the bottom.
Steel looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Steel not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cole Steel dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Zuev avoids a punch combination nicely.
Steel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zuev will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Steel takes one on the button.
Steel darts in looking for a takedown but Zuev gets double underhooks and turns Steel into the cage.
Zuev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zuev gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Zuev cracks Steel with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zuev throws a right and a left that Steel avoids nicely.
Steel keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Zuev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Steel throws out the jab.
As Steel tries to get set, Zuev tries to push him back and clinch up but Steel manages to avoid the attempt.
Steel listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Cole Steel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Zuev lands a lovely overhand right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zuev takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Zuev throws a head kick but Steel moves out of range.
Steel looks to score with a jab to the body but Zuev is just out of range.
Zuev misses with the combination.
Steel is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Zuev with a body shot.
Aleksandr Zuev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zuev throws a leg kick but Steel sees it coming and moves out of range.
Steel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zuev.
Steel feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Zuevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Steel on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Steel looks to land a combination but Zuev avoids it well.
Steel just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromZuev.
Some wild striking there from Steel.
Zuev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Steel.
Steel looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cole Steel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Steel misses the target.
Zuev lands a nice hook to Steel's body. Steel takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD2#
Steel shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steel thows a huge punch but Zuev dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zuev is looking to escape.
Steel winds up and cracks Zuev with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Cole Steel has got the better of the ground game so far.
Steel missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Steel slows the pace down in half guard.
Steel looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Zuev with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Zuev tries to kick Steel off but Steel keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Steel wants to take a breather but Zuev is having none of it. #SUB2#
Steel is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Steel works his foot free and advances to mount. #T3#
Steel can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Zuev is looking to escape.
Steel lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Zuev is squirming around, avoiding Steel's attempts to control the action.
Steel lands a big elbow.
Steel looking to ground and pound but Zuev is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Steel moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Zuev has worked his arm free - good work by Zuev!
Steel in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T4#
Steel happy to just control the position for now.
Zuev parries the strikes from Steel easily there. Steel is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Zuev to escape.
Steel wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zuev keeps working.
Zuev avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Steel.
Steel misses with the ground and pound.
Steel in side control lands a decent elbow. #SUB2#
Steel is trying to get an arm triangle but Zuev is defending well.
Zuev wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cole Steel showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Steel scores with a decent looking hook.
Steel lands a jab to the nose.
Steel misses with a straight right.
A jab lands there for Steel.
Steel tries to close the distance and clinch but Zuev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Zuev moves out of range of the strikes.
Steel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Zuev counters with a stiff right hand.
Zuev is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Steel misses with a hook.
A slow jab from Steel misses its intended target.
Steel ducks under a wild hook from Zuev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zuev throws a body punch but Steel moves out of range.
Steel lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Zuev circles away quickly and effectively.
Steel takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Zuev on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steel works over Zuev's head and body with a nice combination.#T1#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Steel crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Zuev - the referee stops the clock and Steel gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Zuev. Steel manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Zuev fails to land with a series of punches.
Zuev connects with a high kick.
Zuev moves into range and connects with a jab.
A head kick misses from Zuev.
Nice uppercut there from Zuev.
Steel throws a right hand that misses
and Steel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zuev throws an off balance right hand
and Steel counters with a nice uppercut.
Steel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Zuev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Steel misses with an uppercut
and Zuev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Steel misses with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zuev.
Zuev looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Zuev scores with a spinning back kick!
Zuev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
Zuev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Steel.
Decent striking displayed by Zuev there.
Steel throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Zuev on the side of the head.
Zuev tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Steel might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Zuev throws a hook but Steel blocks it.
Steel throws a jab but it's blocked by Zuev.
Steel misses with a body shot.
Steel misses with a looping left.
Steel throws a hook to the side of Zuev's head but Zuev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Steel swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Good exchange - Steel coming out on top.
Steel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zuev.
Steel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Steel misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Steel fails to land with a series of punches.
Zuev throws a head kick that misses.
Zuev scores with a jab to the body.
Zuev stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Zuev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Aleksandr Zuev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steel avoids the head kick by Zuev.
Steel throws a body punch but Zuev moves out of range.
Steel sizes up Zuev with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Zuev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Steel looks to land a right hand but Zuev moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Zuev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Zuev avoids the body shot from Steel. #TD2#
Steel shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Zuev manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Zuev is wriggling around but Steel manages to pass to half 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!#REVR#
Zuev blocking the ground and pound attempt from Steel. #T4##SUB2#
Steel is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Zuev misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Steel not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Steel with the ground and pound but Zuev uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Zuev avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zuev throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Steel content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Cole Steel is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Zuev preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Cole Steel.
I've got Steel 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DMMA 305 Temidare vs Okongwu 2
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
Chestner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zimmerman tries to counter with a takedown but Chestner is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Chestner tries to sprawl but Zimmerman drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Chestner actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Zimmerman is working for a kimura but Chestner is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but Chestner is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zimmerman to get the leverage.
Zimmerman missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Zimmerman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Chestner sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Chestner is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zimmerman pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Zimmerman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chestner doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zimmerman.
Chestner trying to control from the bottom. #T1#
Chestner gets full guard.
Zimmerman lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Chestner escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Zimmerman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Zimmerman 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.
Zimmerman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chestner swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Zimmerman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Chestner looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Chestner looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Zimmerman is looking to work some ground and pound but Chestner has wrist control.
Chestner 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.#T2##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chestner looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Zimmerman slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Zimmerman goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Chestner rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Zimmerman's guard! Nice work there by Chestner!
Chestner pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zimmerman is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Zimmerman looking for a triangle here. Chestner is fighting it but it looks tight! Zimmerman pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Chestner is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Moritz Zimmerman!

Event: TOF 93
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1#
Sole avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sole throwing a counter right hand but LeMahieu manages to avoid it.
Sole walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. LeMahieu checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sole fails to land with a series of punches.
Sole closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Sole pulls out of a head kick attempt.
LeMahieu shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
LeMahieu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sole throws an overhand right that lands on LeMahieu's shoulder, as LeMahieu tries to avoid the shot.
Sole walks into a straight right hand from LeMahieu.
LeMahieu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
LeMahieu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sole looks to land a right hand but LeMahieu moved out of range.
Sole throws a lazy right hand but LeMahieu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sole throws a big shot that misses.
Sole takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
LeMahieu just misses with a punch to the body.
Sole tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
LeMahieu with a hook.
Sole cracks LeMahieu with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
LeMahieu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sole throws out the jab.
Sole checks a low kick from LeMahieu.
Sole scores with a decent looking hook.
Sole moves into range and connects with a jab.
LeMahieu misses with a low kick.
Sole throws a quick counter head kick but LeMahieu was just out of range.
Sole has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by LeMahieu.
LeMahieu digs a good body shot into Sole's ribs.
Sole moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sole looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sole thows a left - swing and a miss!
A nice inside leg kick there by Sole. That's going to slow LeMahieu down.
LeMahieu jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sole misses with a right hand
and LeMahieu counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
LeMahieu pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sole cracks LeMahieu with a good jab.
LeMahieu takes a shot right to the bread basket.
LeMahieu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sole.
LeMahieu has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Sole lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but LeMahieu circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
LeMahieu connects with a looping right hand.
Sole throws a hook but LeMahieu blocks it.
LeMahieu blocks a head kick by Sole.
LeMahieu connects with a jab.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as LeMahieu checks a leg kick.
Sole takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sole pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
LeMahieu has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
LeMahieu plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
LeMahieu moves away from the strike by Sole.
Decent striking displayed by LeMahieu there.
Sole throws a low kick but it's checked well by LeMahieu.
Sole misses the jab.
Sole throws a leg kick but LeMahieu checks it.
Sole scoring well with a low kick there.
Sole jabs LeMahieu right on the nose. LeMahieu blinks but takes it well.
A good leg kick by LeMahieu.
Sole looks to land a combination but LeMahieu avoids it well. #T3#
The fighters circling - Sole throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
LeMahieu moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
LeMahieu connects with the punch.
LeMahieu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
LeMahieu throws an overhand right that lands on Sole's shoulder, as Sole tries to avoid the shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sole. That's going to slow LeMahieu down.
A low kick from LeMahieu misses
and Sole counters with a straight right hand.
LeMahieu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and LeMahieu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sole lands with a slapping head kick.
LeMahieu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sole.
Sole fakes high and swings low for a body shot but LeMahieu manages to avoid it.
Sole swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and LeMahieu counters with a nice body kick.
Sole catches LeMahieu with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sole staying out of range there.
Sole is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sole checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sole looks to score with a jab to the body but LeMahieu is just out of range.
LeMahieu feints a counter leg kick.
LeMahieu slips under a jab.
Jab from LeMahieu.#T4#
Sole looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
LeMahieu walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sole checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
LeMahieu lands an overhand right.
LeMahieu's corner calls for a 1-2. LeMahieu obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
LeMahieu misses with a body kick.
A combination from Sole does no damage.
Sole checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sole is looking to counter punch.
LeMahieu checks the leg kick.
Sole pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sole lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
LeMahieu ducks under a wild hook from Sole.
Sole ducks under a wild hook from LeMahieu.
Nice defenses there by LeMahieu.
LeMahieu on the wrong end of a nice hook.
LeMahieu throws a nice outside leg kick.
Sole misses with an uppercut. LeMahieu saw that one coming.
Sole misses with a few strikes there. #T5#
LeMahieu avoids the head kick by Sole.
Sole throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
LeMahieu scores with a hook to the body. Sole takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
LeMahieu misses with a straight right.
Sole uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from LeMahieu.
Sole appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
LeMahieu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sole misses with a low kick.
An inside leg kick from LeMahieu misses.
Sole misses with a right hand
and LeMahieu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from LeMahieu. Sole does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sole scores with a jab to the body.
LeMahieu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sole.
Sole takes a jab right on the kisser.
LeMahieu throws a big shot that misses.
Sole tries to clinch up.
LeMahieu lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T6#
Sole ducks under a wild hook from LeMahieu.
LeMahieu lands a lovely overhand right.
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!
Sole throws a body shot but no joy.
Sole walks into a left hand. #ROC2#Sole is rocked!
Sole takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Oh Sole is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
LeMahieu drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Sole right on the button. Sole goes down! LeMahieu follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! LeMahieu gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Antoine LeMahieu!

Event: OFK 388 - Sparr Vs Ritola
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1##TD#
Grayce shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Pawlikowski is trying to defend but Grayce finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Pawlikowski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pawlikowski is trying to stand. #SUB#
Grayce is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pawlikowski defends it well. #SUB#
Grayce is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pawlikowski defends it well.
Pawlikowski is staying active underneath Grayce , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pawlikowski is defending against the submission attempts here by Grayce .
Grayce prevents Pawlikowski from improving his position.#T1#
Pawlikowski holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Grayce wants to advance to full mount but Pawlikowski doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #SUB#
Grayce drops back, looking for a kneebar! Pawlikowski looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Pawlikowski looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Pawlikowski! #REVB#
Grayce can't do much from the bottom here.
Grayce is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Pawlikowski is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Grayce knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Grayce tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pawlikowski wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Grayce gets back to half guard.
Grayce wants to improve his position but Pawlikowski is controlling well. #SUB#
Grayce looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Grayce is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pawlikowski pulls his head out easily.
Grayce wants to improve his position but Pawlikowski is controlling well. #SUB#
Grayce actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Grayce looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pawlikowski is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. Grayce manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Pawlikowski has gone for a leg lock! Grayce slips out almost immediately though and dives into Pawlikowski's guard.#REVR#
Pawlikowski keeping moving, preventing Grayce from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Grayce drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Pawlikowski dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Grayce looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Grayce is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pawlikowski is aware though and is defending well.
Grayce lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Grayce trying to control but Pawlikowski is working from the bottom. #T4#
Grayce looking to sit in guard and control but Pawlikowski gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Grayce is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pawlikowski defends well.
Pawlikowski with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Pawlikowski looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Grayce had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pawlikowski defends it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grayce wants to hit a sweep here but Pawlikowski passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Grayce there!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Grayce regains half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Early Grayce will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Grayce avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Grayce drops down looking for a counter takedown but Pawlikowski sprawls and moves away.
Pawlikowski throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Grayce counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Pawlikowski is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Pawlikowski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Grayce controls the pace.
Pawlikowski looking to control.
Grayce looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Grayce wants to control from the top but Pawlikowski keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grayce is pushing down on Pawlikowski's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pawlikowski is fighting to maintain full guard but Grayce has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Pawlikowski gets back to full guard.
Grayce passes Pawlikowski's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Grayce is looking to stall here but Pawlikowski recovers full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Grayce trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlikowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Grayce has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Pawlikowski trying to control the position.
Pawlikowski keeping full guard, as Grayce tries to pass.
Pawlikowski is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Grayce is controlling him. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Grayce 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.
Grayce sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Pawlikowski's guard. #SUB#
Grayce seems to be looking for submissions.
Grayce seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pawlikowski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pawlikowski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Grayce is working for a kimura but Pawlikowski is defending it quite comfortably.
Pawlikowski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Grayce is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Grayce is trying to control the action in half guard but Pawlikowski is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Grayce is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Pawlikowski is looking to improve his position.
Grayce passes to side control.
Pawlikowski has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Grayce tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Grayce wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pawlikowski, who protects the arm well. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Pawlikowski is looking to regain half guard here but Grayce keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Grayce is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Pawlikowski is trying to escape and Grayce transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Pawlikowski is forced to tap! Nice work there by Grayce ! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Early Grayce !
Our winner, Early Grayce , made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: GAMMA#1049 Robson v Tai
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Coloradas on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
McCraken uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Coloradas has time to react.
McCraken looks to throw the jab but Coloradas is out of range.
Coloradas only half commits to the counter leg kick.
McCraken looks to score with a jab to the body but Coloradas is just out of range.
A lazy left from Coloradas finds it's target.
McCraken missing with a left hand there. Coloradas was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Coloradas ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McCraken throws a jab when Coloradas was well out of range.
Coloradas throws out a counter right but McCraken avoids it with no problem.
Coloradas misses with a left hand
and McCraken counters with a nice uppercut.
Coloradas thuds his shin into the meat of McCraken's side.
Coloradas lands a high kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good exchange - Coloradas coming out on top.
Coloradas takes a swing at McCraken's ribcage but misses.
McCraken throws a lazy uppercut
and Coloradas counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Coloradas doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#CL2#
Coloradas closes the distance and clinches.
Coloradas working McCraken over with knees to the body.#T1#
Coloradas with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Coloradas lands a nice knee to the body.
Coloradas digs a right hand into McCraken's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McCraken's gas tank.
McCraken is breathing heavily.
A short uppercut from Coloradas.
Coloradas will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning McCraken up against the cage.
Coloradas lands a body punch.
Coloradas works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Coloradas using the Thai plumb to throw knees but McCraken has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Coloradas throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McCrakens head.
Coloradas manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
McCraken misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Coloradas obliges.
Coloradas with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Stalling in the clinch from Coloradas.
Coloradas connects with a knee to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Coloradas breaks the clinch.
McCraken fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Coloradas manages to avoid it.#T2#
Coloradas gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice shot lands for Coloradas.#KD2#
Coloradas sends McCraken crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Coloradas is motioning to the referee to let McCraken up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#McCraken is rocked!
McCraken takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McCraken takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Oh McCraken is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL2#
Coloradas closes the distance and pushes McCraken back into the cage.
Coloradas scores with a shot to the side of McCraken's head.
Coloradas lands a left hand.
Coloradas has McCraken pushed against the cage.
McCraken can't find room to land a body shot as Coloradas controls the action.
Coloradas lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McCraken tries a body shot but Coloradas blocks it.
McCraken takes a knee to the side of the body.
Coloradas lands a hook to the side of the head.
Coloradas lands a big knee! That's hurt McCraken! Oh, he's all over the place! Coloradas lands another knee that sends McCraken to the floor and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mangas Coloradas!
After winning the bout, Mangas Coloradas thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: HRL72
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Tartakov works Victor's body with a nice hook.
We've been informed that Victor has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Victor throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Victor checks a leg kick nicely.
Tartakov stuffs the takedown.
Tartakov throwing a counter right hand but Victor manages to avoid it.
Tartakov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tartakov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Victor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tartakov moves away.
Victor on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Victor shoots and misses
and Tartakov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Victor scores with a shot to the body.
Tartakov lands with a shot to the body.
Caio Victor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Victor misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tartakov. Victor does a little dance to reset his feet.
Victor misses with a combination
and Tartakov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tartakov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Victor circles away quickly and effectively.
The fighters circling - Victor throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tartakov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL#
Tartakov pushes Victor up against the cage in a clinch.
Tartakov presses Victor against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Victor looks winded!
Tartakov lands a hook that snaps the head of Victor backwards.
Tartakov lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Tartakov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Tartakov has Victor pushed against the cage.
Tartakov scores with a shot to the side of Victor's head.
Tartakov scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC#Victor is rocked!
Knees to the body from Tartakov.
A short body shot lands from Tartakov as the two fighters clinch.
Tartakov is working Victor over against the cage.
Come on Tartakov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Tartakov lands a shoulder strike.
Tartakov lands a knee to the body.
Tartakov scores with a shoulder strike.
Tartakov lands a left hand.
Victor is still on wobbly legs! Can Tartakov finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Victor is trying to pull guard but Tartakov has him pressed against the cage.
Victor seems to have recovered his senses.
Old Leg Tartakov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Caio Victor.
Tartakov lands with a short head shot on the inside. #TD#
Tartakov has picked Victor up - he's going for a ride! Tartakov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tartakov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Victor with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Tartakov scores with a big shot! Victor's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Victor! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Old Leg Tartakov!
A relieved looking Old Leg Tartakov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: STRIKE! - MMA 4
Date: Mar 16, 2024

#R1#
Patterson throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Patterson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Patterson swings wildly with an uppercut but Skystalker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Skystalker misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Patterson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Skystalker makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Skystalker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Skystalker blocking some punches.
Patterson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Skystalker backwards.
We've been hearing reports that Skystalker has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Patterson misses with some punches. #TD2#
Patterson turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Skystalker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Patterson is putting a hurting on Skystalker here, landing some big shots from side control.
Skystalker tries to bench press Patterson off him but Patterson keeps the position.
Patterson cracks Skystalker with a big elbow.
Skystalker sneaks back into half guard.
Patterson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Patterson winds up and cracks Skystalker with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Well, if Patterson 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.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Patterson connects with a nice short shot to Skystalker's temple.
Skystalker wants to get back to full guard.
Patterson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Patterson drops an elbow to the side of Skystalker's head. #SUB2#
Patterson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Skystalker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Patterson.
Skystalker trying to control but Patterson postures up.
Patterson is nestled in close to Skystalker, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Patterson 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.
Patterson wants to control but Skystalker is keeping him busy. #T2#
Patterson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Patterson trying to mount his opponent but Skystalker defends it.
Patterson wants to take a breather but Skystalker is having none of it.
Patterson prevents Skystalker from improving his position.
Ground and pound from Patterson.
Skystalker tries to roll over but Patterson keeps him under control.
Skystalker works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Skystalker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Patterson landing some decent shots from guard.
Patterson landing some decent shots from guard. #T3#
Patterson won't allow Skystalker to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Skystalker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Patterson defends well.
Patterson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Patterson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Patterson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Patterson trying to control the position from guard on top but Skystalker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Skystalker bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Patterson's guard. #REVR#
Patterson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Patterson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Patterson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Skystalker working for a triangle but Patterson defends it easily.
Skystalker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Patterson pushing down on Skystalker's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Patterson trying to control from half guard but Skystalker is working away.
Patterson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Skystalker looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Patterson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Skystalker might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Patterson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Patterson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Patterson working Skystalker over with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derek Patterson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Skystalker misses with a double jab.
Skystalker throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Skystalker misses with a head kick.
Patterson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Patterson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Skystalker.
Patterson ducks under a wild hook from Skystalker.
Patterson moves out of range of the strikes.
Skystalker throws a leg kick but Patterson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Skystalker lands with a right hand.
Derek Patterson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Patterson scores with a nice strike.
Patterson digs a good body shot into Skystalker's ribs.
Skystalker walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Patterson works the jab nicely.#TD2#
Patterson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Skystalker manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Patterson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Patterson scoring with some ground and pound.
Skystalker looking to control.
Patterson pushes down on Skystalker's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Patterson 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.
Patterson wants to pass to mount but Skystalker is defending the position.
Skystalker manages to get to full guard.
Patterson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Patterson stands and throws Skystalker's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Patterson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Skystalker, who protects the arm well.
Skystalker is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Skystalker tries to improve position but can't.
Patterson trying to control the position but Skystalker is working away. #T2#
Patterson lands a few punches from side control.
Patterson wants to control but Skystalker is keeping him busy.
Derek Patterson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Skystalker is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Patterson off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Skystalker is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Patterson is defending well though. Skystalker let's go of the attempt for now.
Patterson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Patterson preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Skystalker.
Skystalker avoiding Patterson 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Skystalker is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Patterson has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Patterson fending off the submission attempt from Skystalker. #T3#
Patterson trying to control but not successfully.
Skystalker is hanging on to Patterson's back as he tries to escape.
A lull in the action here.
Patterson trying to control the hands but Skystalker breaks the grip.
Patterson can't escape the position.
Patterson trying to control the hands but Skystalker breaks the grip. #SUB#
Patterson defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #T4#
Patterson trying to control the position but Skystalker manages to sink in the hooks.
Patterson tries to roll but Skystalker sticks to his back. #SUB#
Patterson defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Skystalker's arms.
Skystalker is hanging on to Patterson's back as he tries to escape.
Patterson looking very determined here, making life difficult for Skystalker.
Patterson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Patterson desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Derek Patterson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Nice defenses there by Patterson.
Skystalker fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Patterson on the side of the head.
Skystalker misses the shot to the body.
Jab, jab by Skystalker - just one landing.
Patterson throws a body shot but no joy.
Skystalker checks a low kick from Patterson.
Skystalker looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Skystalker throws a good cross that connects. #CL2#
Patterson rushes Skystalker and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Skystalker working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Skystalker struggles to land a body shot inside as Patterson controls his hands.
Patterson swings wildly with an uppercut but Skystalker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Skystalker lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Patterson blocks a body shot from Skystalker.
Skystalker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Patterson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Patterson pulls Skystalker into guard.
Skystalker trying to control the position from guard on top but Patterson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Skystalker has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Patterson is trying to control the position but Skystalker postures up. #T1#
Skystalker trying to control but Patterson is working from the bottom.
Skystalker tries to free his leg and advance position but Patterson is retaining full guard.
Skystalker throws a big elbow that misses.
Skystalker preventing the sweep.
Skystalker trying to control the position from guard on top but Patterson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Patterson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Patterson is looking for a triangle but Skystalker pushes his legs off easily.
Skystalker engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Patterson looking for a sweep. Not yet Patterson, not yet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Patterson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A swing and a miss from Patterson.
Skystalker pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Patterson feints the counter takedown.#CL2#
Skystalker gets tackled into the cage by Patterson. Patterson maintains the clinch.
Anni Skystalker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The referee is keeping an eye on Skystalker - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Skystalker goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Skystalker misses with some punches.
Derek Patterson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Patterson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Skystalker tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Patterson's elbow.
Patterson misses with a punch on the inside.
Patterson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Patterson lands an uppercut.
Skystalker tries to throw a body punch but Patterson avoids it by throwing Skystalker back against the cage.
Derek Patterson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Patterson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Skystalker backwards. #T3#
Skystalker struggles to land a body shot inside as Patterson controls his hands.
Skystalker misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Skystalker.
Skystalker misses with a body punch.
Skystalker tries a body shot but Patterson blocks it.
Skystalker wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Patterson blocking some punches.
Patterson misses with a punch on the inside.
Patterson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Skystalker after a bit of a struggle.
Patterson blocks an uppercut.
Skystalker prevents a takedown attempt there.
Skystalker pushes Patterson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Skystalker misses with some punches.
Skystalker lands with a short shot to the head.
Patterson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Skystalker working aggressively here.
Skystalker blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Patterson swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Skystalker breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A low kick lands for Skystalker. #TD2#
Patterson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Skystalker tries to improve position but can't.
Skystalker can't do much from the bottom here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Anni Skystalker.
I think Patterson 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: NYF Fight Night 24
Date: Mar 15, 2024

#R1#
Bremens fakes a jab and throws a low kick but James checks it well.
James throws a poor cross that misses
and Bremens counters with a nice body shot. #CL#
James closes the distance and pushes Bremens back into the cage.
James avoiding damage as Bremens throws knees to the body.
Bremens missing with knees to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Bremens.
Bremens is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. James is defending well for now.
Bremens lands a good knee to the midsection. James won't want to take too many of those.
James blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
James working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bremens unloads a knee to the mid-section. James lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
James is breathing heavily.
Bremens landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Bremens landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knees in the clinch landing for Bremens.
Bremens missing with knees to the body.
Bremens misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from James.
Bremens tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and James avoids it.
Bremens blocking some punches.
Bremens tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and James avoids it.#T1#
Bremens blocking some punches.
Bremens tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #BC2#
Bremens manages to break the clinch.
James checks the leg kick.
Bremens tries a low kick but James avoids it.
Nice sprawl there from Bremens as James shoots in.
Bremens throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Bremens turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
James missing with a left hand there. Bremens was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bremens throws a head kick that misses.
Bremens lands a high kick!
Bremens throws a nice outside leg kick.
Carl Bremens seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bremens throws a half hearted mid kick.
A combination from James does no damage.
Bremens feints and then cracks James's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow James down.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Bremens.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bremens throws a quick head kick that skims the top of James's head.#ROC2#James is rocked!
James looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A good leg kick by Bremens.
Oh James is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bremens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
James drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bremens sprawls and moves away.#CL#
James moves into range and clinches up with Bremens.
James drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Bremens gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Bremens misses with a knee strike.
Bremens tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
James seems to have got his legs back now.
Bremens landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Bremens prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Richard James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
James tries to work over Bremens's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bremens missing with knees to the body.
James takes a knee to the side of the body.
James avoiding damage as Bremens throws knees to the body.
Bremens landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Bremens throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but James blocks it with crossed arms.
James avoiding damage as Bremens throws knees to the body.
Bremens tries to land a knee to the head but James blocks with his arms.
James content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bremens with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T3#
Bremens tries to land knees in the clinch but James avoids the damage to the body.
Bremens is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. James is defending well for now.
James tries to throw a body punch but Bremens avoids it by throwing James back against the cage.
Bremens scores a nice knee to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Bremens obliges.
James blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bremens utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Bremens missing with knees to the body.
James takes a knee right on the jaw!
Bremens landing knees to the body.
Bremens missing with knees to the body.
Bremens misses with a knee strike.
James scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bremens trying to land knees to the body.
James takes a knee to the side of the body. #T4#
Bremens tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
James content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A short left from James.
Bremens trying to land knees to the body.
James tries a body shot but Bremens blocks it.
James misses with some punches.
Bremens landing knees to the head.
James misses with a body punch.
Bremens misses with a knee strike.
Bremens misses with a knee to the head.
James swings away with an uppercut that misses.
James on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bremens trying to land knees to the body.
Bremens tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and James avoids it.
Bremens trying to land knees to the body.
James misses with some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Carl Bremens dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL#
James clinches with his opponent.
Bremens with a knee to the head.
James is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bremens is defending well.
Bremens trying to land knees to the body.
Bremens putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has James in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
James is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bremens has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bremens lands a big knee to the head and James goes down! Bremens pounces and finishes the fight with strikes! He jumps to his feet and celebrates with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Carl Bremens!

Event: TOF 87
Date: Mar 10, 2024

#R1#
Panda takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Panda is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Strypare has taken the fight to the clinch.
Panda tries to pull guard but Strypare won't allow it. #TD2#
Strypare has picked Panda up - he's going for a ride! Strypare dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Strypare landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Panda is looking for a sweep. Strypare is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strypare works his foot free and advances to mount.
Strypare throws some wild stikes that Panda manages to avoid easily.
Strypare lands with some strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Panda wants to hold on but Strypare pushes him away.
Panda might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Panda is in a horrible position here. Strypare smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Strypare looking to ground and pound but Panda is blocking nicely.
Strypare has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Strypare misses with a head shot.
Strypare looking to finish with strikes here! #T1#
Strypare working Panda over with strikes here.
Strypare wants to control the pace but Panda is squirming around nicely.
Panda is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Strypare looking to finish with strikes here!
Strypare raining down shots from the mount!
Panda is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Strypare landing strikes from the mount and Panda is in trouble!
Strypare looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Panda tries to hold on but Strypare pushes him away.
Strypare looking to finish Panda with some ground and pound. This is bad for Panda!
Strypare avoids the attempt from Panda to control.#T2#
Panda can't escape the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Panda tries to hold on but Strypare pushes him away.
Strypare in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Strypare looking to control but Panda is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Panda in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Strypare throwing strikes but Panda bucks up and reverses the position. He's now in guard on top.
Strypare has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Panda has passed into side control. #SUB#
Panda tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Strypare tries to improve position but can't. #T3##SUB#
Panda is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Strypare knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Strypare looking for a sweep but Panda has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Strypare tries to reverse the position but Panda maintains control.#SUB#
Panda working for a submission but Strypare is keeping him at bay.
Strypare slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Strypare slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T4#
Panda stays in close to Strypare's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Strypare has his foot on Panda's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Panda works his way back into a safe position though.
Our spies down at at BKC Gym inform us that Strypare has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Strypare wants to sweep but no luck.
Panda wants to control from the top but Strypare keeps moving. #SUB2#
Strypare isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Panda stacks Strypare on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Panda!
Strypare is trying to control Panda's posture but Panda avoids it.
Strypare manages to work his way to half guard, despite Panda's best efforts.#T5#
Panda is thwarting Strypare's attempts to control the position.
Strypare wants to improve his position but Panda is controlling well.
Panda wants to control but Strypare is keeping him busy.
Strypare wants to get back to full guard.
Strypare is looking to control Panda's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Strypare avoid being mounted?
Panda content to control rather than advance.
Panda trying to control from Strypare's half guard. Strypare has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T6#
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.
Panda stopping the sweep attempt from Strypare.
Panda slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Strypare wants to sweep here but Panda controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Panda on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Panda seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Strypare tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Panda darts in and clinches Strypare up against the cage.
Strypare drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Panda is trying to pull guard but Strypare turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Strypare scores with a nice short uppercut.
Strypare lands a right hand. #T7#
Strypare lands a body shot in the clinch.
Strypare lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD#
Panda successfully pulls guard.
Strypare wants to control from the top but Panda keeps moving.
Strypare postures up in Panda's guard and throws a big left but Panda blocks it. #SUB#
Panda is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Strypare defends well.
Panda is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Panda is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Strypare is aware though and is defending well.
Strypare wants to control from the top but Panda keeps moving.
Strypare trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Strypare working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Panda's head.#T8##SUB#
Panda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strypare gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Strypare accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Strypare passes into half guard.
Strypare trying to control from Panda's half guard. Panda has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Panda is trying to keep Strypare in close.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Strypare accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Panda is pulling down on Strypare's head. It's preventing any offense from Strypare, at least for the moment.
Strypare throws a big elbow that misses. #T9#
Strypare trying to control the position from guard on top but Panda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Strypare slips nicely into half guard.
Strypare trying to mount his opponent but Panda defends it.
Strypare sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Panda defending well though.
Strypare is thwarting Panda's attempts to control the position.
Panda is staying active underneath Strypare, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Strypare not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Panda actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Katt Strypare dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Strypare cracks Panda with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Panda tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Strypare paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Strypare scores with a hook to the body. Panda takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Strypare connects with a good right hand that stumbles Panda. Panda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Katt Strypare seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strypare with a hook.
Panda fails with a takedown attempt.
Strypare has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Strypare avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Strypare is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Panda fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Panda moves into range and clinches up with Strypare.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Strypare.
Strypare scores with a shoulder strike.
Panda fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Panda fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mad Panda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Strypare lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Strypare has hold of one of Panda's legs. Panda is fighting the takedown attempt but Strypare gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Strypare got a little sloppy there for a moment and Panda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Strypare has managed to get both his arms back between Panda's legs - danger averted.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Strypare working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Strypare working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Strypare thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Panda keeping full guard, as Strypare tries to pass.
Strypare content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Panda keeping moving, preventing Strypare from controlling successfully.
Panda is trying to control the position but Strypare postures up. #SUB2#
Strypare drops back looking for a leg! Panda is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Panda manages to kick Strypare off! Strypare jumps back into Panda's guard.
Panda keeping full guard, as Strypare tries to pass. #T2#
Panda avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Strypare throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Panda keeping moving, preventing Strypare from controlling successfully.
Panda preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Strypare trying to control the position from guard on top but Panda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Panda avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Panda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strypare gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Panda working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Strypare. #T3#
Strypare is in close to Panda's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Strypare throwing strikes from guard but Panda blocks nicely.
Strypare tries to free his leg and advance position but Panda is retaining full guard.
Strypare works over Panda with some ground and pound from guard.
Panda utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Panda throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Strypare slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Strypare lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB2#
Strypare is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Panda knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
Strypare working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Strypare is looking to take a break and control but Panda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Strypare misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Strypare moves into full mount!
Strypare scores with a couple of good head shots there. #SUB2#
Strypare is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Panda has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Panda! #SUB2#
Strypare has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Panda is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Strypare.#T5#
Strypare struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Panda tries for a kimura but Strypare is defending well.
Panda trying to control the position but Strypare is working away.
Panda is staying tight to Strypare's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T6#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Strypare tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Strypare regains half guard.
Strypare has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Panda is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Strypare looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Strypare trying to control from the bottom.
Strypare moves into full guard. #T7#
Panda looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Strypare working for a triangle but Panda defends it easily.
Panda stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Strypare swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Strypare looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Panda has picked Strypare up and slammed him! Strypare can't keep hold of the triangle and Panda manages to pass to side control!
Panda controlling the position.
Panda working away.#T8#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Strypare tries to buck Panda off but Panda is having none of it.
Strypare is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Panda's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Panda looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Strypare is looking for a sweep. Panda is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Panda stalling.
Strypare wants to get back to full guard.
Katt Strypare has got the better of the ground game so far.#T9##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Strypare keeps the fight on the outside.
Strypare lands with an uppercut that bounces Panda off the cage and back into range.
Panda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Strypare manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Strypare throws the left hand but Panda avoids the punch easily.
Strypare throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Panda counters with a nice double leg into side control. Strypare won't be happy with that.
Strypare is looking to regain half guard here but Panda keeps moving and retains side control.
Panda controlling from side mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Strypare tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Panda wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Katt Strypare showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Panda's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Strypare connects with a single shot there.
Strypare leaves Panda with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Strypare fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Panda looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Strypare defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Panda.
Panda with a poor takedown
and Strypare counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mad Panda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Panda gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Panda wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Panda tries to pull guard but Strypare holds him up against the cage and eventually Panda drops back down to his feet. #T1#
Panda is trying to pull guard but Strypare has him pressed against the cage.
Panda tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD2#
Strypare has Panda pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Strypare pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Panda tumbling to the mat - Strypare dives into Panda's guard.#SUB#
Panda is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Panda is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Strypare got a little sloppy there for a moment and Panda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Strypare has managed to get both his arms back between Panda's legs - danger averted.
Strypare with a nice head shot there.
Strypare wants to control from the top but Panda keeps moving. #SUB#
Panda is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2#
Strypare loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Panda utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Strypare got a little sloppy there for a moment and Panda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Strypare has managed to get both his arms back between Panda's legs - danger averted.
Strypare throwing strikes from guard but Panda blocks nicely.
Strypare trying to control but Panda is working from the bottom.
Strypare slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Strypare creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Panda sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T3#
Strypare working the ground and pound from side control.
Strypare advances to full mount.
Strypare lands a big elbow.
Strypare lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Strypare lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Panda hang on?#ROC2#Panda is rocked!
Strypare looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Oh Panda is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Panda working to try and regain half guard.
Panda seems to have got his legs back now.
Strypare punishing his opponent with strikes. #T4#
Strypare tries to control but Panda wriggling away.
Strypare working Panda over with strikes here.
Strypare avoids the attempt from Panda to control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strypare landing strikes, looking to finish! #SUB2#
Strypare moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Panda has worked his arm free - good work by Panda!
Strypare wants to lay and pray for a moment but Panda keeps working.
Strypare tries to move into full mount but can't pass Panda's legs. #T5#
Panda defending against the ground and pound.
Strypare trying to control the position but Panda is working away.
Strypare tries to advance to mount but can't.
Strypare working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T6#
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.
Strypare scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Panda to see if he's OK.
Strypare in side control lands a decent elbow.
Strypare scoring with punches and elbows.
Panda can't do much from the bottom here.
Strypare scores with punches from side control.
Strypare lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Panda down.
Strypare working the ground and pound.
Strypare working the body and head with strikes. #SUB2#
Strypare in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Panda is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Katt Strypare!

Event: CCC 11 : Creenshaw vs Crow
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
PÃ©rez throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bengtsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bengtsson connects with a crisp jab.
Jab from Bengtsson.
A big right from PÃ©rez misses.
PÃ©rez misses with a left hand
and Bengtsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
PÃ©rez lands a nice shot that snaps Bengtsson's head back.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts PÃ©rez, as that shot connected.
Bengtsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from PÃ©rez.
Bengtsson misses with a kick to the body.
Bengtsson slips a straight right by PÃ©rez.
PÃ©rez throws a looping overhand right but Bengtsson ducks down to avoid it.
Bengtsson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as PÃ©rez throws out the jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bengtsson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A swing and a miss from Bengtsson.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bengtsson moves away from the strike by PÃ©rez.
Bengtsson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A slow jab from Bengtsson misses its intended target.
Bengtsson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bengtsson misses with a hook to the body
and PÃ©rez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
PÃ©rez throws out a loose jab but Bengtsson uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
PÃ©rez throws a hook to the side of Bengtsson's head but Bengtsson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
PÃ©rez misses with an uppercut
and Bengtsson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
PÃ©rez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bengtsson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. PÃ©rez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bengtsson tries a head kick but it misses.
PÃ©rez lands with an uppercut that bounces Bengtsson off the cage and back into range.
PÃ©rez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bengtsson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bengtsson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice shot by PÃ©rez.#ROC2#Bengtsson is rocked!
PÃ©rez lands a brutal uppercut that launches Bengtsson off his feet! Bengtsson tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ariel PÃ©rez!
After winning the bout, Ariel PÃ©rez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: HZN 11 Harris v Machine
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
John misses with a wild combination.
John misses with a series of wild punches.
Steel is on the wrong end of a nice combination from John.
Steel tries a head kick but it misses.
Steel throws a lazy uppercut
and John counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
John jabbing away but nothing is landing.
John slips a straight right by Steel.
John bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Steel's head.
Steel throws a shot to the body.
Steel scores with a nice head shot.
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!
Steel shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. John eats them both and turns towards Steel to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Steel scores with a three punch combo! #TD#
John gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
John pushes Steel off and scrambles back to his feet. #T1#
John misses with a double jab
and Steel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
John just misses with a punch to the body.
Steel scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. John doesn't seem bothered though.
Steel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
John has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Steel finds it's way round the side to connect with John's head.
A left lands for Steel.
Steel misses with a telegraphed body shot
and John counters with a lovely straight right hand!
John keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Steel moves out of range of the strikes.
Steel with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Steel tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but John swivels and escapes.
John misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
John tries to keep at a distance but Steel has taken the fight into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steel. #T2#
John is looking to break free of the clinch but Steel has double underhooks. #TD#
Steel has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics John uses from the top position.
Steel seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Steel manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. John manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Steel loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Steel trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
John controls Steel momentarily but Steel frees himself.
Steel passes into half guard. #SUB#
Steel seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
John is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Steel is looking for a kimura but John is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Steel to get the leverage. #T3#
Steel is trying to control the action in half guard but John is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Steel seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
John 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.
Steel wants to pass to mount but John is defending the position.
Steel working over John with some ground and pound. John looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
John avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Steel.
Steel not landing any meaningful shots this time.
John is trying is best to control the position here.
Steel not landing any meaningful shots this time.
John is trying to maintain the position but Steel is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Steel works his way into side control. #T4#
You can see the frustration on John's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
John defending against the ground and pound.
Steel tries to score with some ground and pound. John controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Steel cracks John with a big right hand but John just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
John can't do much from the bottom here.
Who's going to make the next move?#SUB#
Steel thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Steel is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, John has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cole Steel dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD#
Steel scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Steel misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Steel landing strikes.
John tries to bench press Steel off him but Steel keeps the position.
Steel tries to score with some ground and pound. John controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
John struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Steel is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but John is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lull in the action here.#SUB#
Steel is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. John knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Steel throwing strikes but John manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
John wants to stand but Steel has his arm trapped.
Steel is trying to improve his position.
Steel is trying to control John's posture but John avoids it.
John wants to lay and pray for a moment but Steel keeps working.
Steel can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
John taking a breather here.
John tries to stand but Steel is controlling his head.
Steel tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but John wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Steel struggling a bit here.
John controlling the position.
Steel is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
John tries to stand but Steel is controlling his head. #T3#
Steel is looking to reverse the position.
Steel regains half guard.
Steel 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.
Steel is trying to maintain the position but John is very close to passing his half guard.
Steel is refusing to be controlled, as John sits in half guard.
Steel is looking to improve his position.
Steel makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Steel.
Steel is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
John trying to control but Steel is working from the bottom.
Steel looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
John got a little sloppy there for a moment and Steel has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, John has managed to get both his arms back between Steel's legs - danger averted.
John stopping the sweep attempt from Steel.
Steel looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steel keeping moving, preventing John from controlling successfully.
John pushes down on Steel's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Steel regains full guard. Nicely done.
John trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel has control of John's left arm, preventing John from doing any damage.
Steel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that John can do to turn this around?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Steel is looking for a triangle but John pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Steel is looking for a triangle but John pushes his legs off easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Cole Steel will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Steel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from John.
John ducks under a wild hook from Steel.
John looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cole Steel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steel throws the left hand but John avoids the punch easily.
Steel dives in for a single leg takedown but John sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Steel digs a right hand into John's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on John's gas tank. #BC2#
John escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cole Steel is winning the standup battle so far.
Steel throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
John with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Steel to score with a decent uppercut.
Steel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little jabbing left from John on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
John connects with a body shot that sends Steel's belly button to the back.
John misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from John.
Some wild striking there from John.
Steel throws a big counter combination but John scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Steel lands with an uppercut that bounces John off the cage and back into range.#T1#
Steel looks to land a left hand but John moved out of range nicely.
Steel throws a hook but John blocks it.
John throws a looping overhand right but Steel ducks down to avoid it. #KD2#
John drops Steel with a beautiful combination! Steel stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - John is looking for the KO!#CUT2#It looks like Cole Steel has been cut.
Steel works the jab nicely.
Steel slips a jab and a cross from John.
Sparring John is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but John was well out of range. Poor timing from Steel.
Steel looks to land a combination but John avoids it well.
John lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
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!
Steel lands a glancing blow to the side of John's head.
Steel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from John.
John connects with a jab.
Steel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. John sees it coming and avoids it easily.
John let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Steel displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Steel misses with a straight right.
A slow jab from Steel misses its intended target. #T2#
A left and a right from Steel both land. Nice combination.
John looks to score with a jab to the body but Steel is just out of range.
Steel takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Steel lands a lovely overhand right.
John throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Steel lands with a hook. John tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Steel slips under a jab.
John swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
John scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Steel doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice uppercut lands for Steel. That snapped John's head back.
Steel misses with an uppercut
and John connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Steel lands with a good body shot.
Steel throws a lazy right hand but John sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A combination from Steel does no damage.
John looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Steel takes a swing at John's ribcage but misses.
Steel slips under a jab.
John throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Steel darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
John is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Steel scores with a couple of nice shots.
Sparring John has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
John gets back to full guard.
John controls Steel momentarily but Steel frees himself.
Steel trying to control but John is working from the bottom.
John 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.#T4#
Steel postures up in John's guard and throws a big left but John blocks it.
John avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Steel wants to control from the top but John keeps moving. #SUB2#
John has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Steel can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
John keeping full guard, as Steel tries to pass.
Steel lands a couple of digs.
Steel wants to pass the guard but John is keeping the position.
Cole Steel is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cole Steel overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Steel got a little sloppy there for a moment and John has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Steel has managed to get both his arms back between John's legs - danger averted.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Cole Steel.
Well Steel 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: TOF 85
Date: Mar 08, 2024

#R1#
Andersson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Posey throws a jab but it's blocked by Andersson .
Andersson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Posey lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Andersson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Andersson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
An inside leg kick from Posey misses.
Posey stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The fighters circling - Posey throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD2#
Andersson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andersson 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.
Andersson is nestled in close to Posey , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Andersson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Posey tries to roll over but Andersson keeps him under control.
Andersson trying to control the pace.
Andersson working Posey over with strikes. #T1#
Posey trying to control but Andersson postures up.
Andersson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Posey 's head.
Andersson trying to pass the guard but Posey defending well.
Andersson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Andersson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Andersson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Posey defending well though. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Andersson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Andersson is just content to waste time from the top position. Posey takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Andersson postures up in Posey 's guard and throws a big left but Posey blocks it.
Andersson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Andersson throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Andersson throwing strikes but missing.
Andersson lands a couple of elbows.
Andersson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Let's hope that Andersson has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Andersson with a nice cross.#T4#
Posey motions for Andersson to come forward. Posey throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Posey lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Andersson cracks Posey with a right hand to the side of the head.
Andersson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Posey .
Andersson throws a hook but Posey avoids it easily.
Andersson ducks under a wild hook from Posey .
Andersson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Andersson throws a hook to the side of Posey 's head but Posey sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Andersson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Posey throws a sloppy head kick and Andersson moves out of range easily.
Andersson looks to land a combination but Posey avoids it well.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Posey pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Posey lands a leg kick that knocks Andersson off balance momentarily.
Andersson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've been told by Posey 's head coaches at The House Of Pain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nice jab there from Posey .
Posey slips under a jab from Andersson .#T5#
A punch combination from Posey misses.
Posey throws a poor cross that misses
and Posey takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Posey throws a combination that misses
and Posey takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Posey takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Posey takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A jab from Andersson misses.
It looked like Posey wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Andersson goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Andersson throws out a powerful jab.
Abraham Andersson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Posey lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andersson misses with a hook.
Posey looks to throw the jab but Andersson is out of range.
Posey misses with an uppercut.
Andersson wants to counter the offense by Posey and move into the clinch position.
Andersson slips a jab from Posey .
Andersson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Andersson misses with a series of wild punches. #T6#
Posey fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Posey avoids a punch combination nicely.
Posey fires out a quick counter leg kick but Andersson just manages to avoid it.
Andersson blocks a low kick nicely.
Andersson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Andersson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Posey moves away from the strike by Andersson .
Posey misses the jab.
Posey throws an off balance right hand
and Andersson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Andersson throws a right hand that misses
and Posey counters with a nice uppercut.
Posey moves away from the strike by Andersson .
A nice leg kick from Posey , right into the meat of the thigh.
Posey tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Andersson is able to avoid easily.
Andersson punishes Posey 's body with a nice straight punch.#T7#
Andersson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Posey was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Posey misses with an uppercut. Andersson saw that one coming.
Andersson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Buster Posey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Andersson pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Posey back to the cage. Andersson follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Andersson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Andersson scores with a nice right hand.
Andersson jabs Posey right on the nose. Posey blinks but takes it well.
No joy there for Andersson , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Andersson misses with a lunging right hand
and Posey counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Andersson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Posey did well to prevent Andersson getting side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Posey is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Andersson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
It looks like Andersson might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T8#
Andersson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Posey defending well though.
Andersson is controlling the pace.
Andersson works his way into full mount!
The referee warns Posey that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #T9#
Andersson misses with a head shot.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Andersson lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Andersson with shots to the head and body - Posey looks very uncomfortable down there.
Andersson lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Andersson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Andersson lands with some strikes.#SUB2#
Andersson moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Posey has worked his arm free - good work by Posey !
Andersson landing a few strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abraham Andersson dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Posey misses with a right hand
and Andersson counters with a straight right hand.
Posey lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Andersson 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Posey under the eye.
Posey connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Andersson throws a big shot that misses.
Posey misses with a hook
and Andersson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andersson misses with a two punch combination.
Andersson lands with an overhand left.
Andersson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Andersson connects with a body shot.
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!
Andersson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Posey takes one on the button.
Andersson misses with the combination.
Andersson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T1#
Posey with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Andersson to score with a decent uppercut.
Andersson scores with a jab to the body.
Andersson misses with an uppercut.
A big left from Andersson misses.
A big right from Posey misses. #TD2#
Andersson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Posey is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Andersson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The referee warns Posey that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Abraham Andersson has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Andersson landing strikes, looking to finish!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andersson working Posey over with strikes here.
Andersson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Andersson dominating with strikes here.
Andersson tries to control but Posey wriggling away.
Andersson content just to control the position here.
Andersson looking to ground and pound but Posey is blocking nicely. #T3##SUB2#
Andersson is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Posey can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Posey is squirming around, avoiding Andersson 's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Andersson is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Posey can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
BOOM! Andersson connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Andersson lands a heavy elbow.
Andersson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Posey is looking to escape. #T4#
Andersson controlling the pace for now.
Posey is bucking up trying to escape but Andersson cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Andersson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Posey 's face.
Andersson connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #ROC2#Posey is rocked!
Andersson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Andersson lands a heavy elbow.
Oh Posey is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andersson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Andersson with good strikes from the mount here!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T5#
Andersson lands a big shot to the head and Posey winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Abraham Andersson !
After winning the bout, Abraham Andersson thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

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