Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: CCC 22 Nogueira vs Gunnarsson
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1##CL#
Nogueira gets a clinch.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but Gunnarsson holds him up against the cage and eventually Nogueira drops back down to his feet.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gunnarsson.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Gunnarsson just stands there and leans against the cage.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but Gunnarsson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Nogueira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but Gunnarsson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Nogueira jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Gunnarsson walks away with a smile on his face. Nogueira gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Nogueira shoots for a takedown but Gunnarsson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nogueira staying out of range there.
Gunnarsson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nogueira wants to clinch.#CL#
Nogueira closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but Gunnarsson won't allow it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gunnarsson.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but Gunnarsson won't allow it.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but Gunnarsson holds him up against the cage and eventually Nogueira drops back down to his feet.
Gunnarsson misses with a punch on the inside.
Gunnarsson struggles to land a body shot inside as Nogueira controls his hands.
We've been hearing reports that Nogueira has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T1#
Gunnarsson is stalling here.
Nogueira fails to pull guard. #TD2#
Gunnarsson wants the takedown. Nogueira is fighting it off but Gunnarsson persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Nogueira's guard against the cage.
Gunnarsson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Gunnarsson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB#
Nogueira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gunnarsson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gunnarsson stopping the sweep attempt from Nogueira.#SUB#
Nogueira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gunnarsson defends well.
Gunnarsson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gunnarsson wants to control from the top but Nogueira keeps moving. #T2#
Gunnarsson cracks Nogueira with a solid left hand.
Nogueira manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gunnarsson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Nogueira wants to pass the guard but Gunnarsson is keeping the position.
Nogueira pushing down on Gunnarsson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Nogueira works his way into full mount!
Nogueira seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Gunnarsson is holding on tight. #SUB#
Nogueira is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Gunnarsson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Gunnarsson shrugs it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Nogueira goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Gunnarsson is on top in guard. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nogueira is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Nogueira wants to pass to mount but Gunnarsson is defending the position.
Nogueira is working hard here to advance position.
Nogueira is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Gunnarsson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nogueira's guard. #REVB#
Nogueira wants to sweep here but Gunnarsson controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Gunnarsson avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
Gunnarsson preventing the sweep.
Gunnarsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogueira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nogueira trying to control the position.
Gunnarsson wants to control from the top but Nogueira keeps moving. #SUB#
Nogueira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Magnus Gunnarsson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Gunnarsson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nogueira manages to avoid it.
Nogueira drops down looking for a counter takedown but Gunnarsson sprawls and moves away.#CL#
Nogueira closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Gunnarsson wants the takedown. Nogueira is fighting it off but Gunnarsson persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Nogueira's guard against the cage.
Gunnarsson wants to control from the top but Nogueira keeps moving.
Gunnarsson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Gunnarsson trying to control but Nogueira is working from the bottom.
Gunnarsson is fighting to break Nogueira's control of his arms but Nogueira is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Nogueira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gunnarsson won't allow Nogueira to sweep him here. #T1#
Nogueira working a defensive guard here.
Gunnarsson controls from within his opponent's guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Nogueira looking for a sweep. Not yet Nogueira, not yet.
Gunnarsson looking to pass the guard.
Gunnarsson controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gunnarsson. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nogueira fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Gunnarsson avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Nogueira darts in and clinches Gunnarsson up against the cage.
Gunnarsson is trying to stall.
Nogueira jumps guard but Gunnarsson stands there with Nogueira around his waist. Nogueira gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Gunnarsson working aggressively here. #TD2#
Gunnarsson lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Nogueira tries to roll over but Gunnarsson keeps him under control.
Gunnarsson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nogueira keeps working. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T3#
Nogueira is trying to maintain the position but Gunnarsson is very close to passing his half guard.
Nogueira tries to get to full guard but Gunnarsson has control of the leg. #SUB#
Nogueira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nogueira is looking for a sweep. Gunnarsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SU2#
Gunnarsson decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#CL2#
Gunnarsson closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Nogueira successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Nogueira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gunnarsson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Nogueira looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gunnarsson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nogueira trying to keep a closed guard but Gunnarsson is proving a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gunnarsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogueira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gunnarsson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Gunnarsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Gunnarsson to keep the fight standing.
Gunnarsson lands a left hand.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Gunnarsson.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Gunnarsson to keep the fight standing.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but Gunnarsson holds him up against the cage and eventually Nogueira drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Nogueira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but Gunnarsson won't allow it.
Nogueira fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Nogueira blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Gunnarsson has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Nogueira regains guard immediately.
Gunnarsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogueira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gunnarsson wants to pass the guard but Nogueira is keeping the position.#T1#
Gunnarsson postures up.
Gunnarsson advances position into side control!#SU2#
Gunnarsson decides to stand back up.
Gunnarsson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nogueira avoids the head kick by Gunnarsson.
Nogueira changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL#
Nogueira gets a clinch. #TD2#
Gunnarsson is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Nogueira can't fight it off and eventually Gunnarsson manages to take the fight to the floor. Nogueira looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Nogueira wants to sweep but no luck.
Nogueira is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nogueira looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gunnarsson trying to control but Nogueira is working from the bottom. #T2#
Nogueira is trying to control the position but Gunnarsson postures up.
Nogueira keeping moving, preventing Gunnarsson from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nogueira is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Gunnarsson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nogueira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gunnarsson has managed to get both his arms back between Nogueira's legs - danger averted.
Gunnarsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogueira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gunnarsson passes into half guard.
Gunnarsson is trying to control. Nogueira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nogueira trying to control here. #T3#
Gunnarsson tries to pass to full mount but Nogueira defends it. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson is trying to work for a kimura but Nogueira is defending well.
Gunnarsson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gunnarsson trying to control the action but Nogueira is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Nogueira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunnarsson pulls his head out easily.
Nogueira is looking to improve his position.
Gunnarsson is pressing down on Nogueira's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nogueira is holding on for now.
Magnus Gunnarsson has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Nogueira wants to get back to full guard.
Gunnarsson controlling the action here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gunnarsson takes a swing at Nogueira's ribcage but misses.
Nogueira tries to clinch up.
Gunnarsson throws a head kick that Nogueira semi-blocks. #CL#
Nogueira gets a clinch.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but Gunnarsson won't allow it.
Diego Nogueira has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Gunnarsson to keep the fight standing.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nogueira.
Gunnarsson lands a left hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Gunnarsson takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but Gunnarsson holds him up against the cage and eventually Nogueira drops back down to his feet.
Gunnarsson has a couple of punches blocked by Nogueira.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Gunnarsson really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Gunnarsson keeps the fight on the outside.
Gunnarsson wants to counter with a clinch but Nogueira pushes him away.
Gunnarsson swats away the attempt to clinch by Nogueira.#CL#
Nogueira moves into the clinch.
Gunnarsson lands a left hand.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but Gunnarsson has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Nogueira successfully pulls guard.
Gunnarsson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Nogueira is trying to get back to full guard.
Nogueira is refusing to be controlled, as Gunnarsson sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Gunnarsson stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Nogueira to get to his feet.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gunnarsson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Gunnarsson is looking to slow Nogueira down with leg kicks.
Gunnarsson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nogueira is looking to counter the offense by Gunnarsson and move into the clinch.
Gunnarsson misses with a wild body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nogueira looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gunnarsson unleashes a big counter combination but Nogueira bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1##CL2#
Gunnarsson moves into the clinch.
Nogueira fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Gunnarsson lands a left hand.
Gunnarsson trying to stall but Nogueira improves his position.
Nogueira fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Nogueira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but Gunnarsson has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Nogueira manages to pull guard.
Gunnarsson content to stall in guard here.
Gunnarsson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Gunnarsson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Nogueira is trying to keep Gunnarsson in close. #T2#
Nogueira keeping moving, preventing Gunnarsson from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nogueira is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nogueira is on top in guard. #REVR#
Gunnarsson keeping moving, preventing Nogueira from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gunnarsson looking to control.
Nogueira passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#ES2#
Gunnarsson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Nogueira tries to clinch but Gunnarsson is having none of it.
Gunnarsson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nogueira but Nogueira pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nogueira is looking to clinch but Gunnarsson is avoiding it. #TD2#
Gunnarsson feints and as Nogueira raises his hands in defense, Gunnarsson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nogueira is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Gunnarsson is refusing to be controlled, as Nogueira sits in half guard.
Nogueira keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nogueira looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nogueira controlling the action here.#T4#
Nogueira trying to pass the guard but Gunnarsson defending well.
Nogueira uses his free foot to push down on Gunnarsson's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Gunnarsson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nogueira mounts Gunnarsson! Really nice guard pass there! #SUB#
Nogueira is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Gunnarsson has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Gunnarsson!
Gunnarsson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Nogueira's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Gunnarsson dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R5##CL2#
Gunnarsson darts in and clinches Nogueira up against the cage.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Gunnarsson to keep the fight standing.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but Gunnarsson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Nogueira pulls guard.
Gunnarsson trying to control but Nogueira is working from the bottom.
Gunnarsson won't allow Nogueira to sweep him here.
Gunnarsson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SU2#
Gunnarsson gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Nogueira avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira staying out of range there.
Nogueira avoids the body shot from Gunnarsson. #CL2#
Gunnarsson moves into range and clinches up with Nogueira.
Nogueira is trying to pull guard but Gunnarsson has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Nogueira. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Nogueira pulls guard successfully.
Gunnarsson stopping the sweep attempt from Nogueira.#T1#
Nogueira is looking to sweep but instead, Gunnarsson has passed into half guard.
Gunnarsson controlling the pace.
Gunnarsson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Nogueira is defending against the submission attempts here by Gunnarsson. #SUB#
Nogueira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunnarsson pulls his head out easily.
Nogueira wants to control but Gunnarsson is keeping busy.
Gunnarsson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nogueira does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nogueira manages to get to full guard.
Nogueira keeping full guard, as Gunnarsson tries to pass.
Nogueira wants to sweep but no luck.
Nogueira looking to control.
Nogueira looking for a sweep. Not yet Nogueira, not yet.
Gunnarsson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nogueira keeping moving, preventing Gunnarsson from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Nogueira is looking to clinch but Gunnarsson is avoiding it.
Gunnarsson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nogueira swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nogueira tries to clinch up but Gunnarsson circles away and keeps his distance.
Nogueira wants to clinch.
Nogueira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gunnarsson tries to clinch up.
Nogueira fails in his attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Gunnarsson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Gunnarsson moves out of range.
Gunnarsson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Gunnarsson lands a nice looking body kick.#CL2#
Gunnarsson closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Nogueira successfully pulls guard.
Gunnarsson looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Nogueira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4#
Gunnarsson stopping the sweep attempt from Nogueira.#SUB#
Nogueira is looking for a triangle but Gunnarsson pushes his legs off easily.
Gunnarsson stopping the sweep attempt from Nogueira.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Nogueira is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Nogueira trying to mount his opponent but Gunnarsson defends it.
Gunnarsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Magnus Gunnarsson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gunnarsson is staying active underneath Nogueira, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 45:50
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 45:50
Judge James Glass scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magnus Gunnarsson!
Magnus Gunnarsson is the new light heavyweight champion!
Magnus Gunnarsson decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: CCC 17 : Francis vs Wilder
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1##CL#
Gunnarsson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Menendez, pushing him back against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #TD#
Gunnarsson has clasped his hands together around Menendez's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Menendez seems a little lost for a moment, as Gunnarsson dominates the positioning.#SUB#
Gunnarsson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Menendez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gunnarsson scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Menendez to see if he's OK.
Gunnarsson lands some shots froms side control.#SUB#
Gunnarsson swings around for an armbar but Menendez sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Gunnarsson's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gunnarsson holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Menendez stopping the sweep attempt from Gunnarsson.
Gunnarsson pulls Menendez in close to prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gunnarsson is on top in guard. #REVR##T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gunnarsson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Gunnarsson is pushing down on Menendez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Menendez is fighting to maintain full guard but Gunnarsson has managed to sneak the leg through.#T3#
Gunnarsson works his way into side control.
Gunnarsson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Gunnarsson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Menendez takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Menendez is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #T4#
Gunnarsson happy to just control the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gunnarsson's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB#
Gunnarsson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Menendez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Menendez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gunnarsson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Gunnarsson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gunnarsson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Gunnarsson tries for a kimura but Menendez is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Gunnarsson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Gunnarsson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Menendez tries to close the distance and clinch but Gunnarsson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Menendez gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Gunnarsson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Gunnarsson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Gunnarsson passes into half guard. #SUB#
Gunnarsson seems to be working for a kimura but Menendez defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Magnus Gunnarsson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Menendez wants to improve his position but Gunnarsson is controlling well.
Gunnarsson controlling the action here.
Gunnarsson works his foot free and advances to mount.
Menendez is in a horrible position here. Gunnarsson smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Menendez has given up his back here. Will Gunnarsson look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Gunnarsson biding his time, controlling Menendez. #T2#
Gunnarsson has Menendez flattened out and is raining down punches. #CUT#It looks like AJ Menendez has been cut.#SUB#
Gunnarsson has managed to slip his arm under Menendez's chin. This could be all over... yep, Menendez is tapping out! Submission win for Gunnarsson.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Magnus Gunnarsson!
Magnus Gunnarsson bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: CCC 16 : Gretel vs Case
Date: Mar 27, 2024

#R1#
Gretel scores with a punch to the head.
Gretel lands a right hook to the body.
Peter Gretel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Gretel finds it's way through Case's defenses.
A combination from Case does no damage.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gretel.
Gretel lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Case slips a jab and a cross from Gretel.
Gretel jabs Case right on the nose. Case blinks but takes it well.
Gretel pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A cross from Gretel lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Case takes a swing at Gretel's ribcage but misses.
Gretel lands with a straight right. Case didn't see that one coming.
Gretel throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Gretel getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gretel is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Case moves away from the strike by Gretel.
Case swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Gretel misses with an uppercut.
Gretel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Case was well out of range. Poor timing from Gretel.
Gretel connects with the punch.
Case tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Case uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gretel.
Case looks to land a right hand but Gretel moved out of range.
Gretel misses with a wild body shot.
Case blocks a head kick by Gretel.
Case uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gretel.
Case is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gretel with a body shot.
Gretel lands a jab to Case's midsection.
Gretel throws a series of strikes that have Case backpedaling.
Gretel throws a poor cross that misses
and Case counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
Gretel misses the shot to the body.
Case avoids the body shot from Gretel.
Case now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Gretel throws a hook but Case avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gretel scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Case 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.
Gretel cracks Case with an open hand slap.
Gretel throws a lazy right hand but Case sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Case tries a head kick but it misses.
Gretel misses the shot to the body.
Gretel moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Case walks into a left hand.
Gretel missing with a left hand there. Case was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Case throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice uppercut there from Gretel.#T3#
Gretel looks to land a left hand but Case moved out of range nicely.
Case looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice defenses there by Gretel.
Gretel fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've been told by Gretel's head coaches at BronkÂ´s GYM that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Case tries to bum rush Gretel with a series of wild strikes but Gretel uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gretel wants to slow Case down by chopping away at his legs.
Case swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Case ducks under a wild hook from Gretel.
Gretel swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gretel.
Gretel's jab looks to have found its range, popping Case under the eye.
Case avoids the body shot from Gretel.
Case lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Case steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gretel.
Case misses with a few strikes there. #T4#
Case tries to bum rush Gretel with a series of wild strikes but Gretel uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gretel scores with a jab to the jaw.
Case moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Gretel.
Gretel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Case.
Gretel misses with a left hand
and Case counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gretel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Case doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Gretel misses with a body shot.
Gretel moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Case defending well as Gretel loads up on a big left hand.
Case closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Case throws a head kick but Gretel moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Gretel dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Gretel throws a hook to the side of Case's head but Case sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Case looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Case throws a jab when Gretel was well out of range.
Case fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gretel manages to avoid it.
Case moves away from the strike by Gretel.
Case uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gretel.
A good leg kick by Gretel.
Gretel misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Case ducks under a wild hook from Gretel.
Gretel misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Case takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Case connects with a solid leg kick.
Gretel swings for the body but Case moves out of range.
Gretel swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Case counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Peter Gretel is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Gretel misses with a double jab
and Case counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Case might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Gretel has got the better of the exchanges.
Gretel paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Case is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Gretel scores with a jab to the body.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Case in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Gretel looks to land a left hand but Case moved out of range nicely.
Nice defenses there by Case.
Case has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Case uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gretel.
A little jabbing left from Case on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice cross by Gretel.
A jab from Gretel finds it's way through Case's defenses.
Case uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gretel.
Case avoids the body shot from Gretel. #T2#
Case slips under a jab.
Case slips under a jab.
Gretel lands a nice leg kick that just misses Case's sensitive parts.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gretel looks to score with a jab to the body but Case is just out of range.
Gretel avoids the head kick by Case.
Gretel throws the left hand but Case avoids the punch easily.
Gretel swings for the body but Case moves out of range.
Gretel digs a good hook to Case's body.
Case takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Case moves out of range of the leg kick from Gretel.
Case looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Gretel scores with a shot to the body.
Case throws a hook but Gretel blocks it.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Gretel misses the target.
Case throws a right hand that misses
and Gretel counters with a stiff right hand.
Case jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Case throws a head kick that misses.
Gretel lands with a shot to the body.
Gretel connects with a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gretel. That's going to slow Case down.
Case misses with a series of wild punches.
A shot to the body from Gretel misses
and Case counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Case takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gretel misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Case staying out of range there.
Sloppy strikes from Case. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Case uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gretel.
Gretel throws a shot to the body.
Gretel swings away with a body shot that misses
and Case counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gretel throws the left hand but Case avoids the punch easily.
Gretel lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Case bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Case scores with a push kick.
Case takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Case misses with a two punch combination.
Gretel dips to his left and cracks Case with an uppercut!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Gretel dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Gretel is looking to slow Case down with leg kicks.
A jab from Case misses.
Gretel throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Case stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nice shot lands for Gretel.
Case throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Case keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Case swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gretel lands a right hook to the body.
Gretel goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Case misses with a lunging right hand
and Gretel counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Case's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gretel dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Case keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gretel with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T1#
A big left from Gretel misses.
Case appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Justin Case is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A telegraphed right hand from Gretel misses the target.
Gretel misses with an uppercut.
Gretel misses with an uppercut
and Case counters with a slapping leg kick.
Gretel walks into a stiff left hand from Case.
Gretel misses with a series of wild punches.
Case scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Gretel lands with a cross.
Gretel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Case.
Case throws out a counter right but Gretel avoids it with no problem.
Gretel lands with a kick to the ribs. #T2#
Gretel throws a right and a left that both miss.
Case is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gretel with a body shot.
Case misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gretel.
Gretel cracks Case with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Case takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gretel throws a poor cross that misses
and Case counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Case throws a head kick but Gretel moves out of range.
Gretel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Case can do to turn this around?
Gretel stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A clash of legs there as Gretel blocks the low kick.
Decent striking displayed by Gretel there.
Gretel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Case.
Case throws a lazy right hand but Gretel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Case ducks under a wild hook from Gretel.
Case jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gretel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Case moves away.
Case let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Case takes a swing at Gretel's ribcage but misses.
A shot to the body from Gretel misses
and Case counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Case throws a sloppy head kick and Gretel moves out of range easily.
Gretel looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gretel misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from Gretel.
Gretel jabs at Case's body.
Case will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T4#
Gretel throws an overhand right that lands on Case's shoulder, as Case tries to avoid the shot.
Gretel connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Case momentarily.
Gretel lands with a thumping leg kick.
Gretel connects with the punch.
Gretel thuds his right hand into Case's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gretel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Case tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gretel throws out a leg kick but Case moves out of range and Gretel only half commits.
Gretel looks to score with a jab to the body but Case is just out of range.
Case replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Gretel blocks it well.
Gretel scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gretel paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Gretel clearly takes 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.#R4#
Gretel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Case! But no joy.
Case slips a straight right by Gretel.
Gretel bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jab, jab by Gretel - just one landing.
Gretel attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Gretel takes a swing at Case's ribcage but misses.
Gretel scores with a jab to the head.
Gretel thuds a left hand into Case's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Case takes one on the button.
Gretel throws the left hand but Case avoids the punch easily.
Gretel throws a body punch but Case moves out of range.
Gretel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Case moves away.#T1#
Gretel on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Gretel on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Case fails to land with a series of punches.
Gretel misses with a straight left.
Case throws out a loose jab but Gretel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Case blocks a head kick by Gretel.
Gretel with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Case throws a nice outside leg kick.
Case pushes Gretel away with a front kick.
Case keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Case uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gretel.#T2#
Gretel throws a poor cross that misses
and Case counters with a straight right hand.
Gretel clobbers Case with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gretel misses with a lunging right hand
and Case counters with a nice uppercut.
Gretel throws out a powerful jab.
Gretel connects with a body shot.
Case steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gretel.
Gretel misses with a body shot
and Gretel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Case misses with a head kick.
Case throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Case takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice uppercut lands for Gretel. That snapped Case's head back.
Case looks to land a left hand but Gretel moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Gretel throws a one two combo.
Gretel changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Case misses with a series of wild punches.
Case displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Gretel misses with a hook to the body
and Case counters with a one-two to the body.
Gretel delivers a nice body kick.
Gretel throws a series of punches but Case moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Case on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Case throws a hook but Gretel avoids it easily.#T4#
Gretel swings for the body but Case moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Case on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Case misses with a hook to the body
and Gretel counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Case avoids the body shot from Gretel.
Gretel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Case.
Gretel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A shot to the liver by Gretel. Beautiful body shot.
Gretel throws a left and a right that both miss
and Case counters with a right hand to the body.
Gretel staying out of range there.
Gretel looks to land a right hand but Case moved out of range.
Case throws out a counter right but Gretel avoids it with no problem.
Gretel misses with a hook. Case ducked under it nicely.
Case appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The crowd cheers as Gretel lands an impressive looking overhand right. Case doesn't seem phased though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Gretel had his way with Justin Case in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Case takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Case slips a straight right by Gretel.
Case avoids a kick to the body.
Gretel throws a body punch but Case moves out of range.
Case steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gretel.
Case only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Gretel just misses with a punch to the body.
A shot to the body from Gretel misses
and Case connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Case defending well as Gretel loads up on a big left hand.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Case! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gretel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Case shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Case throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gretel misses with a straight left. #T1#
Gretel moves out of range of the strikes.
Gretel is looking to counter punch.
Case throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Gretel loads up on a big right hand but Case slips the punch.
Case takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Gretel swings for the body but Case moves out of range.
Gretel cracks Case with an open hand slap.
Case keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gretel.
Gretel throws out a loose jab but Case uses good head movement to avoid it.
A cross from Case lands.
Gretel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Case.
Case takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
Case defending well as Gretel loads up on a big left hand.
Case shapes to counter with a head kick.
Case throws a body shot but no joy.
Gretel moves out of range as Case strikes.
Gretel cracks Case with an open hand slap.
Case takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gretel attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Case gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Peter Gretel is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gretel misses with a low kick.
Case throws a hook but Gretel blocks it.
Gretel throws a body punch but Case moves out of range. #T3#
Gretel misses with a wild body shot.
Gretel lands a lovely overhand right.
Case throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Gretel throws a series of punches but Case moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Gretel misses the target.
Case doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nice body kick there by Gretel.
Justin Case has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A looping hook to the body misses from Gretel. Case does a little dance to reset his feet.
Case ducks right into an uppercut from Gretel.
Gretel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Case.
Gretel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Case was well out of range. Poor timing from Gretel.
A combination from Case does no damage. #T4#
Case throws the left hand but Gretel avoids the punch easily.
Gretel paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Gretel turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gretel with a nice cross.
Gretel defending well as Case loads up on a big left hand.
Case misses with a wild combination.
Gretel is looking to counter punch.
Case takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Case takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Gretel takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 50:45
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Glass scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Peter Gretel!
Peter Gretel retains his bantamweight title!
A relieved looking Peter Gretel 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: CCC 16 : Gretel vs Case
Date: Mar 27, 2024

#R1#
Dickinson throws a right hand that Asmodeus ducks under and follows up with a left that Asmodeus also avoids with ease.
A looping hook to the body misses from Asmodeus. Dickinson does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Dickinson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL2#
Asmodeus tries to keep at a distance but Dickinson has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Asmodeus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dickinson feints and then cracks Asmodeus's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Asmodeus down.
Dickinson connects with a right hand. Asmodeus shakes it off.
Dickinson walks into a stiff left hand from Asmodeus.
Dickinson misses with a few strikes there.
And Asmodeus counters with a quick kick to the body but Dickinson blocks it.
Asmodeus pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asmodeus thuds his right hand into Dickinson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT#It looks like Sean Dickinson has been cut.
Asmodeus throws an off balance right hand
and Dickinson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Asmodeus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Asmodeus misses the body punch
and Dickinson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Leonard Asmodeus has been cut.
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!
Dickinson lands with a kick to the ribs.
Asmodeus throws a right hand that misses
and Dickinson counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Asmodeus throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Dickinson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Asmodeus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dickinson manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Dickinson pushes Asmodeus up against the cage in a clinch.
Dickinson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Asmodeus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Asmodeus stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A frustrated look appears on Asmodeus's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Asmodeus breaks from the clinch.
Asmodeus throws a body shot but no joy.
Dickinson unleashes a big counter combination but Asmodeus bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Dickinson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Dickinson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Asmodeus.#CL2#
Dickinson has taken the fight to the clinch. #T2#
Asmodeus letting Dickinson take a breather here.
Dickinson is pushing Asmodeus up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Dickinson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Asmodeus's efforts to push away.
Dickinson avoiding damage.
Asmodeus stalling in the clinch.
Dickinson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #BC#
Asmodeus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Leonard Asmodeus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Dickinson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Asmodeus - the referee stops the clock and Dickinson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Asmodeus. Dickinson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Dickinson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Asmodeus smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Asmodeus connects with a right hand. Dickinson shakes it off.
Dickinson blocks the body kick.
Asmodeus dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Asmodeus sizes up Dickinson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dickinson drops his hands momentarily and Asmodeus takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Asmodeus throws the left hand but Dickinson avoids the punch easily.
Asmodeus scores with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Asmodeus lands a jab to the head.
Asmodeus looks to score with a jab to the body but Dickinson is just out of range.
Asmodeus jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Asmodeus. Dickinson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Asmodeus lands a nice looking body kick.
Jab by Asmodeus.
A big left from Asmodeus misses.
Asmodeus throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Dickinson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dickinson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dickinson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dickinson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Dickinson.
Dickinson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Asmodeus.
Dickinson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Dickinson throws a nice looking combination but Asmodeus bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dickinson walks into a straight right hand from Asmodeus.
Dickinson throws a series of punches but Asmodeus avoids them all with ease.
Dickinson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Asmodeus throws out the jab.
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 Leonard Asmodeus will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Asmodeus thows a leg kick but Dickinson checks it
and Dickinson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dickinson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dickinson is looking for the big counter here.
Leonard Asmodeus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Asmodeus misses with a body shot.
Dickinson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL2#
Dickinson pushes Asmodeus up against the cage in a clinch.
Asmodeus is trying to break free.
Dickinson effectively controlling the action here.#BC#
Asmodeus manages to break the clinch.
Dickinson fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asmodeus misses with a straight right.
Good shot there by Asmodeus.
Good standup being displayed there by Asmodeus as he connects with a hook.
Asmodeus misses with a body kick.
Asmodeus moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Asmodeus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dickinson doesn't manage to clinch there - Asmodeus circles away.
Dickinson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Asmodeus.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dickinson checks a leg kick.
Asmodeus misses with a lunging right hand
letting Dickinson counter with a right hand.
Asmodeus goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A jab from Asmodeus does it's job there.
Asmodeus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Asmodeus misses with a lunging right hand
letting Dickinson counter with a right hand.
Dickinson shoots in looking for a takedown. Asmodeus tries to sprawl out of it but Dickinson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Asmodeus manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
An attempted straight right counter from Asmodeus misses the target.
Asmodeus scoring well with a low kick there. #T2#
Dickinson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Dickinson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Asmodeus misses with a body kick.
Dickinson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Asmodeus.
Asmodeus misses with a looping left.
Dickinson throws a push kick but Asmodeus slaps the foot to one side.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dickinson moves away from the strike by Asmodeus.
Dickinson slips under a jab.
Dickinson moves away from the strike by Asmodeus.
Dickinson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Asmodeus looks to throw the jab but Dickinson is out of range.
Dickinson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Sean Dickinson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Asmodeus misses with a kick to the body.
Dickinson unleashes a big counter combination but Asmodeus bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Asmodeus finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dickinson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Asmodeus throws a hook but Dickinson blocks it.
Asmodeus avoids the head kick by Dickinson.
Leonard Asmodeus is winning the standup battle so far.
Dickinson takes one to the side of the head.
Dickinson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Dickinson is looking to clinch.
Dickinson throws a series of punches but Asmodeus avoids them all with ease.
Asmodeus was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A punch combination from Dickinson misses.
Dickinson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dickinson throws the left hand but Asmodeus avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Dickinson tries to clinch up.
Dickinson moves out of range of the strikes.
Asmodeus pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dickinson slips a straight right by Asmodeus.
Asmodeus chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Asmodeus misses with a kick to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Dickinson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Come on Dickinson - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Asmodeus has had enough of the clinch but Dickinson keeps him there for the moment.
Dickinson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Asmodeuss head.
Dickinson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Asmodeus's efforts to push away.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dickinson lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leonard Asmodeus dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Asmodeus misses with a lunging right hand
and Dickinson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Asmodeus throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Asmodeus looks for the body kick but Dickinson saw that one coming.
A nice inside leg kick there by Asmodeus. That's going to slow Dickinson down.
Dickinson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Asmodeus looks to score with a jab to the body but Dickinson is just out of range.
Asmodeus misses with a kick to the body.
Dickinson is looking for the big counter here.
Dickinson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Asmodeus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A head kick misses from Dickinson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asmodeus feints and then cracks Dickinson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dickinson down.
Dickinson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Asmodeus.
Dickinson throws a lazy uppercut
and Asmodeus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Asmodeus throws a leg kick
and Asmodeus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
A low kick lands for Asmodeus.
Dickinson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Asmodeus.
Asmodeus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dickinson was well out of range. Poor timing from Asmodeus.
Despite the aggression on Dickinson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Dickinson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dickinson tries to bum rush Asmodeus with a series of wild strikes but Asmodeus uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Asmodeus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dickinson digs a good hook to Asmodeus's body.
Asmodeus misses with the body kick
and Dickinson counters with a good low kick that Asmodeus was not able to check.
Dickinson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dickinson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Asmodeus.
Asmodeus connects with a solid leg kick.
Asmodeus throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dickinson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T2#
Good standup being displayed there by Asmodeus as he connects with a hook.
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!
Dickinson misses with a hook. Asmodeus ducked under it nicely.
Asmodeus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Dickinson clinches up with Asmodeus and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Asmodeus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Asmodeus throws a body kick that misses.
Dickinson scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Dickinson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Asmodeus looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dickinson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Asmodeus paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Asmodeus's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dickinson under the eye.
Asmodeus looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sean Dickinson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Dickinson closes the distance and clinches up with Asmodeus, looking for a takedown. Dickinson pushes Asmodeus against the cage but Asmodeus circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Some wild striking there from Dickinson.
Asmodeus buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Asmodeus tries to land a leg kick but Dickinson saw it coming and moves away. #CL2#
Dickinson clinches up with Asmodeus and pushes him back against the cage.
Dickinson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Asmodeus leaning against his opponent.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dickinson.
Dickinson lands with a left to the head.
Asmodeus throws a punch but it's blocked by Dickinson. #T4#
Asmodeus is trying to force a seperation but Dickinson has the dominant position.
Dickinson stalls.
Dickinson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Dickinson is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Asmodeus tries to break free but Dickinson pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Asmodeus breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Asmodeus misses with a right hand
and Dickinson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Asmodeus misses with a shot to the body
letting Dickinson counter with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dickinson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Asmodeus.
Leonard Asmodeus is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice defenses there by Asmodeus.
Asmodeus half committed to a counter leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sean Dickinson.
I think Asmodeus has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Leonard Asmodeus!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 21, 2024

#R1#
That kick from Kangas tenderised Soldic's leg. Soldic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kangas works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kangas just misses with a punch to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Soldic blocks the leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kangas. Soldic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kangas lands a jab to the nose.#CL2#
Soldic darts in and clinches Kangas up against the cage.
Kangas goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Soldic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kangas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kangas working hard to break the clinch.
We've been informed that Soldic 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.
Soldic jumps guard but Kangas stands there with Soldic around his waist. Soldic gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kangas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kangas has a couple of punches blocked by Soldic.
Soldic fails to pull guard.
Kangas lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T1##BC#
Kangas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed right hand from Kangas misses the target.
A slow jab from Kangas misses its intended target.
Kangas keeps the fight on the outside.
Kangas misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kangas lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
The crowd cheers as Kangas lands an impressive looking overhand right. Soldic doesn't seem phased though.
Soldic slips under a jab.
Kangas scores with a leg kick.
Kangas throws a half hearted mid kick.
Soldic is looking to clinch.
Soldic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kangas.
Soldic was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T2#
Soldic throws a head kick that misses
and Kangas counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Soldic tries to clinch but Kangas is having none of it.
Soldic misses with a looping left.
Tapani Kangas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Soldic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kangas misses with an uppercut
and Kangas takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters circling - Kangas throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kangas misses with a low kick as Soldic jumps back.
Kangas throws a body punch but Soldic moves out of range.
Kangas scores with a hook to the body. Soldic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Soldic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kangas swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Soldic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kangas paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Soldic tries to clinch there but Kangas circles away.
Kangas swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kangas. That's going to slow Soldic down. #CL2#
Soldic forces Kangas back against the cage and clinches.#T3##TD2#
Soldic gets control of Kangas's arms and successfully pulls guard. Soldic will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kangas is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Soldic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Kangas got a little sloppy there for a moment and Soldic has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kangas has managed to get both his arms back between Soldic's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Soldic is pulling down on Kangas's head to control his posture.
Kangas stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Soldic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kangas trying to control but Soldic is working from the bottom.
Kangas being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Soldic tries to close the distance and clinch but Kangas swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kangas throws a head kick but Soldic moves out of range.
Soldic tries to clinch but Kangas moves out of range.
Soldic falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kangas counters with a nice body shot.
Soldic tries to clinch but Kangas is having none of it.
Kangas thumps Soldic with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tapani Kangas dominated that round.
That's time! Kangas's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Soldic is looking to clinch.
Soldic is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Soldic tries to clinch up but Kangas circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Soldic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Soldic blocking some punches.
Kangas fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Kangas breaks from the clinch.
Kangas throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Soldic on the side of the head.
Kangas lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Kangas closes the distance and pushes Soldic back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soldic tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kangas creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kangas lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Soldic.
Soldic blocks an uppercut.
Soldic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Soldic jumps guard but Kangas stands there with Soldic around his waist. Soldic gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T1#
Soldic jumps guard but Kangas turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tapani Kangas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roberto Soldic.
Soldic is trying to pull guard but Kangas has him pressed against the cage.
Soldic wants a takedown. #TD2#
Soldic drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB2#
Soldic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kangas trying to control the position from guard on top but Soldic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Kangas sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Soldic seems keen to control Kangas's posture.
Roberto Soldic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Soldic 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.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Kangas trying to control but Soldic is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL2#
Soldic moves into the clinch.
Kangas is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Soldic can do to turn this around?
Soldic prevents a body shot from Kangas.
Kangas looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Soldic fails to pull guard. #TD2#
Soldic ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Soldic no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Soldic managing to control the position.
Kangas looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Kangas trying to control but Soldic is working from the bottom.
Soldic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Soldic keeping moving, preventing Kangas from controlling successfully.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Soldic trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tapani Kangas dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Kangas scores with a jab. Soldic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Soldic doesn't manage to clinch there - Kangas circles away.
Kangas throws a jab when Soldic was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kangas. Soldic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Soldic throws a counter combo.
Kangas misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Soldic ducks under a wild hook from Kangas.#CL2#
Soldic darts in and clinches Kangas up against the cage.
Kangas stops a takedown attempt from Soldic.
Kangas scores with a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kangas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kangas is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Kangas pushes Soldic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kangas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Still in the clinch, Kangas scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1#
Kangas throws a punch but it's blocked by Soldic.
Soldic goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kangas prevents it.
Tapani Kangas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roberto Soldic.
Soldic jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kangas walks away with a smile on his face. Soldic gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kangas clobbers Soldic with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Soldic tries to clinch but Kangas moves out of range.
Kangas avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Soldic moves to clinch but Kangas breaks away
and Kangas counters with a straight right hand.
Tapani Kangas is winning the standup battle so far.
Soldic stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kangas.
Roberto Soldic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kangas connects with a high kick.
A punch lands to the side of Soldic 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Soldic drives through and clinches with Kangas against the cage.
Kangas wants to break the clinch but can't. #T2#
Kangas throws a punch but it's blocked by Soldic.
Soldic prevents a body shot from Kangas.
Kangas tries to break the clinch but Soldic is controlling the position.
Soldic keeps control of Kangas as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kangas is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Soldic jumps guard but Kangas stands there with Soldic around his waist. Soldic gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kangas goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Soldic tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kangas misses with a punch on the inside.
Soldic jumps guard but Kangas stands there with Soldic around his waist. Soldic gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Soldic blocks an uppercut.
Soldic prevents a body shot from Kangas. #BC#
Kangas manages to break the clinch.
Kangas connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Soldic momentarily. #T3#
Kangas lands a lovely overhand right.
Kangas scores with a jab. Soldic acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL#
Kangas clinches with his opponent.
Soldic looking to slow down the pace here.
A head punch on the inside from Kangas fails to land.
Tapani Kangas has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kangas being controlled against the cage.#TD2#
Soldic manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Kangas trying to control the position from guard on top but Soldic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Soldic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tapani Kangas is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4##SUB2#
Kangas got a little sloppy there for a moment and Soldic has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kangas has managed to get both his arms back between Soldic's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Soldic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kangas defends well.
Kangas knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Soldic on the ground.#SUB2#
Soldic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kangas can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Soldic had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kangas defends it easily.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tapani Kangas!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 17, 2024

#R1#
Winner shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Exotic Winner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Soldic clinches. #TD2#
Soldic pulls guard successfully.
Soldic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Soldic has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Winner doesn't defend quickly enough and Soldic has managed to lock this one up! Can Winner escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Soldic on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Roberto Soldic!
Our winner, Roberto Soldic, 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: CCC 12 : Soares vs Nagibatel
Date: Mar 16, 2024

#R1#
Gunnarsson lands with a hook. T Bone tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL2#
Gunnarsson clinches up with T Bone and pushes him back against the cage.
Gunnarsson swings wildly with an uppercut but T Bone uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
T Bone breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gunnarsson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
T Bone appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Gunnarsson has T Bone up against the cage in a clinch.
Gunnarsson wants a takedown but no success here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
T Bone blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gunnarsson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Gunnarsson lands a right hand.
Gunnarsson is trying to drag T Bone to the mat but T Bone just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Scotty T Bone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Gunnarsson.#T1#
T Bone working hard to break the clinch.
T Bone is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Gunnarsson has T Bone pushed against the cage.
Gunnarsson can't get the takedown.
Gunnarsson wants a takedown but no success here. #BC#
T Bone breaks the clinch. #TD2#
Gunnarsson looking to score a takedown here. T Bone is defending well but Gunnarsson drives through and ends up in T Bone's guard.#SU2#
T Bone is working an open guard so Gunnarsson takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T2#
Gunnarsson with a lazy takedown attempt
and T Bone counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gunnarsson moves to clinch but T Bone breaks away
letting T Bone counter with a right hand.
Gunnarsson tries to close the distance and clinch but T Bone swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
T Bone half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Gunnarsson misses with a lunging right hand
and T Bone counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
T Bone misses the jab.
Gunnarsson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
T Bone dodges the punch combination from Gunnarsson.
T Bone was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
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!#TD2#
Gunnarsson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. T Bone looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T3#
Gunnarsson is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down T Bone's shoulder. That is not cool.
Sloppy strikes there by Gunnarsson.
T Bone defending against the ground and pound.
T Bone seems a little lost for a moment, as Gunnarsson dominates the positioning.#SUB2#
Gunnarsson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. T Bone knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
T Bone is being controlled here. #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.
The strikes coming from Gunnarsson are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Gunnarsson lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear T Bone down.
T Bone being controlled for a moment.
T Bone is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Gunnarsson dominated that round.
That's time! T Bone's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL2#
Gunnarsson moves into the clinch.#BC#
T Bone manages to break the clinch.
Gunnarsson ducks under a wild hook from T Bone.
T Bone lands with an uppercut that bounces Gunnarsson off the cage and back into range.
Magnus Gunnarsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gunnarsson with a hook.
Gunnarsson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with T Bone but T Bone pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Gunnarsson has T Bone up against the cage in a clinch.
I was talking to T Bone's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC#
T Bone's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Gunnarsson fails with a takedown attempt.
Gunnarsson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
T Bone attempts a counter takedown but Gunnarsson avoids it well and moves away.
Scotty T Bone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Gunnarsson.#TD2#
Gunnarsson shoots in and bounces T Bone off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gunnarsson landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Gunnarsson content to stall in guard here.
T Bone can't keep his opponent in guard - Gunnarsson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
T Bone blocking the ground and pound attempt from Gunnarsson. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so T Bone is just riding it out for now. Gunnarsson eventually gives up the hold.
Gunnarsson slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
T Bone is trying to stand. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson seems to be looking for submissions.
Gunnarsson stalling.
T Bone knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gunnarsson on the ground.
T Bone is not content to let Gunnarsson control the position.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Gunnarsson slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson is working for a submission of some sort.
Gunnarsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gunnarsson thows a huge punch but T Bone dodges it nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gunnarsson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Magnus Gunnarsson has got the better of the ground game so far.
T Bone blocking the ground and pound attempt from Gunnarsson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Gunnarsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! T Bone's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Gunnarsson feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Gunnarsson looking to pass the guard.
Gunnarsson controls from within his opponent's guard.
T Bone preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
T Bone keeping moving, preventing Gunnarsson from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
T Bone wants to stand up but Gunnarsson is controlling him. #T1#
Gunnarsson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Let's hope that Gunnarsson 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 ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
T Bone lands with an overhand left.
Gunnarsson shoots in for a takedown but T Bone shows good takedown defense. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
A punch lands to the side of Gunnarsson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Gunnarsson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Gunnarsson looks to clinch
and T Bone cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
T Bone throws a right and a left that Gunnarsson avoids nicely. #TD2#
Gunnarsson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. T Bone manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Gunnarsson tries to free his leg and advance position but T Bone is retaining full guard.
Gunnarsson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
T Bone avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3#
Gunnarsson trying to control but T Bone is working from the bottom.
Gunnarsson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gunnarsson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gunnarsson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed T Bone's guard.
Gunnarsson is nestled in close to T Bone, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SU2#
Gunnarsson stands up from half guard.
Gunnarsson dodges the punch combination from T Bone. #CL2#
Gunnarsson closes the distance and pushes T Bone back into the cage.#T4#
The referee calls for Gunnarsson to work.
T Bone blocks an uppercut.
Gunnarsson leaning his opponent against the cage.
T Bone tries to circle away but Gunnarsson has him pinned against the cage.
Magnus Gunnarsson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gunnarsson wants to take the fight to the mat but T Bone manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Scotty T Bone has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scotty T Bone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Gunnarsson.
Gunnarsson prevents T Bone from breaking the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Magnus Gunnarsson.
I've got Gunnarsson 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 James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magnus Gunnarsson!
After the fight, Magnus Gunnarsson was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 11, 2024

#R1##CL#
Soldic closes the distance and clinches.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itzpapalotltotec has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Itzpapalotltotec tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Soldic's elbow. #BC#
Soldic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Soldic was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Soldic quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Soldic tries to clinch up.
Soldic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Soldic with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Soldic loads up on a big left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the combination.
Soldic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Itzpapalotltotec.
A little feinted left hand from Soldic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Soldic has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soldic fails to land with a series of punches.
Soldic takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Despite the aggression on Itzpapalotltotec's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Soldic's ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Soldic walks into a straight right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.#T1#
Soldic cracks a nice hook into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs.#TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Soldic on his heels. He'll look to pass Soldic's guard now, I'm sure.
Itzpapalotltotec working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Soldic's head.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing strikes from guard but Soldic blocks nicely.
Soldic has Itzpapalotltotec pulled in close to control his posture.
Itzpapalotltotec with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control from the top but Soldic keeps moving.
Soldic wants to stand up but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Soldic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Soldic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec postures up in Soldic's guard and throws a big left but Soldic blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Soldic is keeping the position for now.
Itzpapalotltotec working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Soldic's head.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Soldic is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Soldic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Soldic wants to stand but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling the position.
Soldic working a defensive guard here.
Itzpapalotltotec slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec scoring with punches and elbows.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Soldic is keeping him busy.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to advance position but instead Soldic slips a leg back in to half guard. #T4#
Soldic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Soldic is working hard here to advance position.
Soldic trying to hold on to Itzpapalotltotec's head to control him but Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
Itzpapalotltotec is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Itzpapalotltotec is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Soldic is defending against the submission attempts here by Itzpapalotltotec.
Soldic trying to hold on to Itzpapalotltotec's head to control him but Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Soldic moves into full guard.
Soldic wants to stand up but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling him.
Itzpapalotltotec scoring with some ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Soldic's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soldic is looking to escape.
Itzpapalotltotec has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Itzpapalotltotec is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soldic keeps working.
Soldic has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Itzpapalotltotec is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Soldic has managed to free his arm - good work.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec is keen to just control but Soldic is a slippery customer.
Soldic wants to control but Itzpapalotltotec is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing shots but Soldic is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Soldic sees it coming and defends easily.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to pass the guard but Soldic is defending well. #T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Soldic manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Soldic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Itzpapalotltotec gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to free his leg and advance position but Soldic is retaining full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec passes Soldic's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Roberto Soldic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ground and pound from Itzpapalotltotec.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Itzpapalotltotec in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to control the action in half guard but Soldic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Soldic actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is working for a kimura but Soldic is defending it quite comfortably.
Soldic is trying to stand up here but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Soldic is defending against the submission attempts here by Itzpapalotltotec. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the action but Soldic is working from the bottom.
Soldic is trying to control but can't.
Soldic wants to get back to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec stops Soldic from getting back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Soldic actively working from the bottom here.
Soldic tries to kick Itzpapalotltotec off but Itzpapalotltotec keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Soldic looks to land a left hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range nicely.
Soldic ducks right into an uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec. #TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Itzpapalotltotec was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!

Soldic throws Itzpapalotltotec to one side and escapes!
Soldic throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Soldic needs to keep his hands up - Itzpapalotltotec had a free shot at his head there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Soldic throws a combination. Itzpapalotltotec tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Soldic throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab. Soldic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Soldic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown but Soldic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a straight right by Soldic.
Soldic misses with a low kick.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Soldic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Roberto Soldic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
A combination from Soldic does no damage.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Soldic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a series of wild punches.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Soldic moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD2#
Soldic gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Itzpapalotltotec to score an easy takedown into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Soldic is on top in guard. #REVR#
Soldic sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec has control of Soldic's left arm, preventing Soldic from doing any damage.
Soldic trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for a triangle here. Soldic is fighting it but it looks tight! Itzpapalotltotec pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Soldic is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
Our winner, Pablo Itzpapalotltotec, 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 07, 2024

#R1#
Soldic connects with the punch.
A low kick from Soldic is predictable there
and Bleak counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Roberto Soldic has been cut.
Soldic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Danga de danga de dang - Soldic scores with a four punch combination!
Soldic takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bleak misses with a lunging right hand
and Bleak takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bleak drops Soldic with a big left hand! Soldic is injured, injured bad! Bleak jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wulfgang Bleak!
Wulfgang Bleak very nearly forgot to thank Advance Sport Supplements 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 03, 2024

#R1#
Kelvin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Soldic with the inside leg kick.
Kelvin throws a body punch but Soldic moves out of range.
Kelvin scores with a punch to the head.
Kelvin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kelvin stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kelvin tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Soldic 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.
Soldic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kelvin lands with an uppercut that bounces Soldic off the cage and back into range.#CUT#It looks like Roberto Soldic has been cut.
Kelvin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Soldic.
Andrew Kelvin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Soldic throws a nice looking combination but Kelvin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Soldic drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kelvin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Soldic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters circling - Kelvin throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Soldic misses the jab.
Kelvin misses with a straight left.
Soldic throws an overhand right that lands on Kelvin's shoulder, as Kelvin tries to avoid the shot.
Kelvin appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
An inside leg kick from Soldic misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kelvin, as that shot connected.
Soldic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Soldic is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kelvin thuds a left hand into Soldic's body.
Kelvin avoids the head kick by Soldic.
Kelvin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Soldic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kelvin.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Soldic!
Soldic dodges the punch combination from Kelvin. #T2#
Soldic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kelvin missing with a left hand there. Soldic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
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!
Soldic misses with a combination
and Kelvin makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Soldic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Soldic connects with a looping right hand.
Kelvin displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Kelvin with a hook.
Soldic lands with an uppercut that bounces Kelvin off the cage and back into range.
Soldic misses with a two punch combination.
It looked like Kelvin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Soldic looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T3#
Kelvin misses with a body shot.
Soldic unleashes a big counter combination but Kelvin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kelvin looks to land a combination but Soldic avoids it well.
It seemed like Soldic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kelvin jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kelvin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Soldic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kelvin.
Soldic ducks under a wild hook from Kelvin.
Soldic scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Soldic moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kelvin lands a jab.
Kelvin is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kelvin misses with an uppercut #KD2#
and Soldic counters with a crisp one two that drops Kelvin! Soldic thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Kelvin to his feet! Kelvin is in big trouble!#ROC2#Kelvin is rocked!
Kelvin throws a right hand that misses
and Soldic scores with a counter punch that sends Kelvin to the canvas! Soldic smells blood - he's punishing Kelvin with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Kelvin has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roberto Soldic!
During a confident post fight interview, Roberto Soldic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 27, 2024

#R1#
Mierta swings widly with a right hand
and Soldic counters with a nice body shot.
Mierta tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice body kick from Mierta.
Soldic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mierta takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mierta wants to clinch but Soldic slips to the side
and Soldic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fighters circling - Mierta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Soldic appears to be looking for a big counter.
Mierta throws a sloppy body shot
and Soldic counters with a straight right hand.
Mierta wants to clinch up but Soldic keeps it at a distance.
Mierta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Soldic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mierta lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT2#It looks like Roberto Soldic has been cut.
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!
Mierta throws a head kick that misses
and Soldic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Mierta fails with the takedown
and Soldic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mierta misses with a combination
and Soldic counters with a two punch combo. #CL#
Soldic closes the distance and pushes Mierta back into the cage.#T1#
Mierta wants to break free but Soldic has control. #BC2#
Mierta breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mierta swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Soldic counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Soldic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#ROC#Mierta is rocked!
Mierta misses with the body kick
and Soldic counters with a good low kick that Mierta was not able to check.
Mierta is still on wobbly legs! Can Soldic finish him?
Soldic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mierta moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Mierta misses with a wild body shot.
Nice defenses there by Soldic.#CL#
Soldic forces Mierta back against the cage and clinches.
Mierta is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC#
Soldic breaks the clinch.
Mierta seems to have recovered his senses.
A left and a right from Soldic both land. Nice combination.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Soldic clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Soldic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Mierta cracks Soldic with an open hand slap.
Mierta misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mierta darts in trying to clinch
and Soldic counters with a straight right hand.
Mierta throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Soldic.
Serta Mierta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mierta misses with a head kick.
A jab lands there for Soldic.
Good exchange - Soldic coming out on top.
Mierta throws a sloppy head kick
and Soldic counters with a body kick. #KD#
Soldic lands a big head kick that sends Mierta tumbling to the mat! Soldic takes a step backwards and waves Mierta back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Soldic throws an overhand right that drops Mierta like a sack of potatoes! Soldic dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roberto Soldic!
A very excited looking Roberto Soldic 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: CCC 8 : Locke vs Francis
Date: Feb 24, 2024

#R1#
Askren misses with the combination.
Case let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Case ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Askren moves away.
Case throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Case looks to score with a jab to the body but Askren is just out of range.#TD#
Askren shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Case napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Askren trying to control the position but Case is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren tries to advance to mount but Case denies him.
Askren happy to just control the position for now. #T1#
Case is not content to let Askren control the position. #SUB#
Askren swings around for an armbar but Case sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Askren's guard.
Case tries to stand but Askren is controlling from the bottom. #SU2#
Case gets to his feet - Askren follows without any prompting. #T2#
Askren fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Askren displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Case throws out the jab.
We've been told by Askren's head coaches at Shut Up & Train! that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Case throws a shot to the body.
Askren tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Case swivels and escapes.
Askren tries for a takedown but Case circles away easily
and Case counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Askren. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Askren avoids the head kick by Case.
A slapping leg kick lands for Case.
Case lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Case.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Case keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3#
Case works Askren's body with a nice hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Case, as that shot connected.
No luck for Askren with that takedown attempt.
Case missing with a left hand there. Askren was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Askren throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Case counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Askren swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #KD2#
and Case counters with a leg kick then a big left hand that sends Askren down! Case is looking to finish but Askren is intelligently defending himself. #ROC2#Askren is rocked!
Askren is breathing heavily.
Case trying to stand up but can't free himself from Askren's guard.
Oh Askren is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Case working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Askren is trying to keep Case in close.
Askren seems to have got his legs back now.#T4#
Case wants to get up but he can't break Askren's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Case is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Case looks to land a combination. Askren sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Case swivels and escapes.
Askren tries for a takedown but Case circles away easily
enabling Case to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Justin Case 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#
Case slaps away a takedown attempt from Askren, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL#
Askren rushes Case and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Case lands with a right to the head.
Askren is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Case is defending well.#BC2#
Case breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Askren misses with an uppercut
enabling Case to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice takedown defense from Case. No joy for Askren on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Askren. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Askren gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Case counters with a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Case.
Askren fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Case now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T1#
Case misses the shot to the body.
Justin Case is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Case stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Case wants it to stay on the feet.
Jake Askren is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Case dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Case.
Case throws a series of punches but Askren avoids them all with ease. #TD#
Askren scores with a takedown into Case's guard.

Case is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Askren presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Case lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Case scores with a nice hook to the head.
Case stalling in the clinch but Askren improves position.
Askren changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Case fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Askren misses with a takedown
and Case counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Case throws a nice outside leg kick.
Askren shoots in for a takedown but Case shows good takedown defense.
Askren dives in and grabs Case's left leg, looking for a takedown. Case pushes down on Askren's head and hops out.
Jake Askren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Askren has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Askren there as he acknowledges the shot.
Askren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Case.
Askren shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD2#
and Case counters with a combination of strikes to the head and body that crumple Askren!
Case wants to stand up but Askren has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Case has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Case is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Askren manages to get to full guard.
Case wanted to stand there but Askren had control of the position.
Case must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Case is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Askren rather than just go for the knockout.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Askren is defended easily by Case.
Case with a hook.
Justin Case seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Askren throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Case's waist but Case gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Askren off to one side.
It seemed like Case was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Askren stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Case.
Askren misses with a double jab
enabling Case to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Justin Case showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3##KD2#
Case drops Askren with a nice combination! Case dives into Askren's guard, looking to finish!
Case wants to stand and escape but instead Askren has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Case wants to stand but Askren is controlling the position.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Case is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Justin Case has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1##ES2#
Case scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Jab by Case.
Askren shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Case but Case pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Askren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Case.
Askren takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Case connects with a looping right hand.
No luck for Askren with that takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Case just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Askren takes one to the side of the head.
Case lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Case stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Case wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Askren. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Case gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Askren won't allow Case to get back to his feet.
Askren wants to control from the top but Case keeps moving. #ES2#
Case scrambles and gets back to his feet. #TD#
Askren drives through with a takedown into guard.

Case is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T3##BC2#
Case's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Askren takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Askren shoots in looking for a takedown. Case tries to sprawl out of it but Askren keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Case manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Case misses with a two punch combination.
Case with a jab.
Case lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Askren misses with a takedown attempt - Case sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T4#
Askren misses with a takedown
and Case counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Askren walks into a left hand.
Case throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Case paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Askren avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jake Askren has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Justin Case is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Askren shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Case but Case pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Askren moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Case lands a really nice looking cross but Askren seems unphased.
Case moves forwards but Askren connects with a nice, crisp jab.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 22, 2024

#R1#
Saltzman looks to clinch
and Dickinson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Saltzman tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A punch combination from Saltzman misses.
As Saltzman backs off Dickinson throws a huge counter combo but Saltzman manages to avoid it all.
Dickinson lands with a cross.
Saltzman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dickinson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Saltzman doesn't manage to clinch there - Dickinson circles away.
Dickinson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Saltzman's head backwards.#CUT2#It looks like Josie Saltzman has been cut.
Saltzman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dickinson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A countering left hand to the body from Dickinson misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saltzman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Saltzman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Dickinson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dickinson. #T1#
Saltzman slips under a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dickinson. Saltzman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sean Dickinson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Saltzman connects with a jab.#TD#
Saltzman looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Dickinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dickinson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Saltzman has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Dickinson is proving hard to escape from.
Dickinson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Saltzman dives into side control.
Dickinson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Saltzman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Dickinson tries to escape but Saltzman is in control.
Dickinson is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Dickinson is looking for a sweep.
Dickinson is pushing Saltzman's head away, looking to escape. Saltzman manages to hold on to the position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dickinson bucks up and tries to throw Saltzman off but instead Saltzman has got his back!
Dickinson tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T3#
Saltzman throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Dickinson because Saltzman loaded up on that one.
Dickinson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Dickinson is trying to stand back up but Saltzman is controlling him
Dickinson keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB#
Dickinson is defending against the submission attempts here by Saltzman.
Saltzman is pressing down on Dickinson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dickinson is holding on for now.
Saltzman not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Saltzman prevents Dickinson from improving his position.
Dickinson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Saltzman is working away from the top position though.
Saltzman stalling.
Saltzman prevents Dickinson from improving his position.
Dickinson looks like he's trying to stand up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#ES2#
Dickinson kicks off Saltzman and gets to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Dickinson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Josie Saltzman's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dickinson misses with a body shot.
Dickinson throws a series of strikes that have Saltzman backpedaling.
Saltzman shoots in looking for a takedown. Dickinson tries to sprawl out of it but Saltzman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dickinson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saltzman. Dickinson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Josie Saltzman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dickinson scores with a nice strike.
Dickinson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dickinson jabs at Saltzman's body.
Dickinson misses with an uppercut. Saltzman saw that one coming.
Saltzman shoots and misses
and Dickinson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Saltzman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dickinson.
Saltzman shoots for a takedown but Dickinson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Dickinson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Josie Saltzman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dickinson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Josie Saltzman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Saltzman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dickinson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A left and a right from Dickinson both land. Nice combination.
Saltzman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dickinson as he jumps to the side.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Saltzman. #TD#
Saltzman gets a takedown into half guard.

Dickinson manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Saltzman keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dickinson lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Dickinson manages to break the clinch.
Dickinson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dickinson lands with a slapping head kick.
Saltzman shoots for a double leg takedown but Dickinson sprawls well. He's pushed Saltzman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Saltzman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dickinson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T3#
Saltzman darts in looking for a takedown but Dickinson gets double underhooks and turns Saltzman into the cage.
Dickinson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dickinson misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Dickinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Saltzman misses with a takedown
and Dickinson counters with a series of strikes. Saltzman will be more careful next time no doubt.
Dickinson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Saltzman on the side of the head.#CUT2#Josie Saltzman's cut is getting worse.
Saltzman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dickinson lands a nice looking body kick.
Dickinson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sloppy strikes from Dickinson. Those never looked like landing.
Dickinson swinging wildly here.
Dickinson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T4#
Dickinson lands with a slapping head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Saltzman throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Dickinson counter with a right hand.
Saltzman with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dickinson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dickinson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Saltzman shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Dickinson eats them both and turns towards Saltzman to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#KD2#
Dickinson lands a big head kick that sends Saltzman tumbling to the mat! Dickinson takes a step backwards and waves Saltzman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Saltzman is rocked!
Saltzman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dickinson scores with a counter punch that sends Saltzman to the canvas! Dickinson smells blood - he's punishing Saltzman with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Saltzman has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sean Dickinson!
Sean Dickinson looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I beat this bum . Now give me another bum'.

Event: SMASH: Gustafsson vs Drago
Date: Feb 17, 2024

#R1#
The crowd cheers as DKasada lands an impressive looking overhand right. Edmond doesn't seem phased though.
DKasada throws a poor cross that misses
and Edmond counters with a nice uppercut.
Edmond ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Edmond takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
DKasada avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Edmond moves in looking to clinch but DKasada pushes him off.
A jab from DKasada misses.
Edmond throws a big counter combination but DKasada scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
DKasada connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CL2#
DKasada has Edmond up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DKasada lands a left hand that snaps the head of Edmond backwards.
DKasada swings wildly with an uppercut but Edmond uses good head movement to avoid it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Edmond prevents a body shot from DKasada.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T1#
Edmond lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Komedor DKasada has been cut.
DKasada's coach down at Copes was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on DKasada's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
DKasada being controlled against the cage.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Edmond for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Edmond looking to stall.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Rayful Edmond.
Edmond fails in his attempt to clinch.
DKasada stuns Edmond with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
DKasada connects with a nice looking jab.
DKasada waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Edmond.
Edmond shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
DKasada throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Edmond stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Edmond fails with an attempt to clinch. #T2#
The crowd cheers as DKasada lands an impressive looking overhand right. Edmond doesn't seem phased though.
Edmond keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from DKasada.
DKasada 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.
DKasada lands a head shot.#CL#
Edmond darts in and clinches DKasada up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A hook to the body from DKasada.
Edmond misses with a punch on the inside.
DKasada misses with a punch on the inside.
DKasada working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
DKasada misses with some punches.
Edmond stalling in the clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Edmond.
Edmond tries to stall but DKasada uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Edmond is pushing DKasada up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Edmond is trying to stall. #T3#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Rayful Edmond.
DKasada scores with a jab. Edmond acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
DKasada darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
DKasada uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
DKasada connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Edmond is looking to clinch.
DKasada's corner calls for a 1-2. DKasada obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
DKasada throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
DKasada swats away the attempt to clinch by Edmond.
DKasada misses with a wild body shot.
Edmond looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T4#
Edmond ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
DKasada throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Edmond.
DKasada misses with a few strikes there.
Edmond takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Edmond tries to clinch but DKasada moves out of range. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Edmond misses with the head strike.
DKasada is working Edmond over against the cage.
DKasada misses with a hook from the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by DKasada as Edmond tries to tie him up.
DKasada lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Komedor DKasada dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Komedor DKasada's cut.
That's time! Edmond's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
DKasada works Edmond's body with a nice hook.
Rayful Edmond is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DKasada lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Edmond tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
DKasada fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Edmond manages to avoid it.
Edmond swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A big left from DKasada misses.
DKasada throws a good cross that connects.
A lazy left from DKasada finds it's target.
DKasada connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Edmond's hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Edmond tries to clinch up.
Edmond wants to clinch up but DKasada keeps it at a distance.
It seemed like DKasada was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Edmond doesn't manage to clinch there - DKasada circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DKasada! But no joy.
Komedor DKasada seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
DKasada throws a sloppy body shot
and Edmond makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
DKasada lands with a hook. Edmond tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
DKasada circles away from the clinch attempt.
Komedor DKasada seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DKasada misses with a hook.
Edmond throws a big counter combination but DKasada scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Good exchange - DKasada coming out on top.
Edmond doesn't manage to clinch there - DKasada circles away.
DKasada throws an off balance right hand
and Edmond counters with a two punch combo.
DKasada scores with a decent looking hook.
Edmond avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
DKasada misses with a straight right.
Edmond circles away from the clinch attempt.
Edmond appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
DKasada throws a big shot that misses.
DKasada lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Edmond at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DKasada jabs at Edmond's body.
DKasada jabbing away but nothing is landing.
DKasada throws a jab but it's blocked by Edmond.
Edmond is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Edmond has taken the fight to the clinch.
DKasada throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Edmonds head.
Edmond is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
DKasada fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Edmond trying to stall but DKasada improves his position. #T3#
Come on Edmond - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
DKasada taking a breather.
DKasada misses with a body punch.
DKasada misses with the head strike.
Edmond blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DKasada struggles to land a body shot inside as Edmond controls his hands.
Edmond misses with a hook from the clinch.
DKasada gets through Edmond's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
DKasada tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Edmond taking a breather.
DKasada stalling in the clinch but Edmond improves position.
DKasada has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A short left from DKasada.
DKasada lands with a light punch inside.
DKasada fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Edmond is pushing DKasada up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Edmond lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of DKasada backwards. #T4#
DKasada lands with a short punch from the clinch.
DKasada lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by DKasada as Edmond tries to tie him up.
DKasada misses with some punches.
Edmond is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
DKasada has a couple of punches blocked by Edmond.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DKasada swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Edmond.
Edmond tries to stall but DKasada uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
DKasada misses with a short punch on the inside.
The referee calls for Edmond to work.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Edmond is stalling here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Rayful Edmond.
Jab from DKasada.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Komedor DKasada showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Komedor DKasada's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
DKasada looks to land a right hand but Edmond moved out of range.
DKasada throws an off balance right hand
and Edmond counters with a nice uppercut.
DKasada throws a lazy uppercut
and Edmond makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Edmond swings away with a leg kick that misses.
DKasada swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Edmond tries to clinch up but DKasada circles away and keeps his distance.
DKasada looks to land a right hand but Edmond moved out of range.
Edmond is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
DKasada connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DKasada scores with a hook.
DKasada scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Edmond avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Edmond tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Edmond defending well as DKasada loads up on a big left hand.
Donk. DKasada catches Edmond right on the button with a cross.
DKasada misses with a left hand
and Edmond counters with a thumping low kick.
DKasada throws a poor cross that misses
and Edmond counters with a stiff right hand.
Edmond is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Edmond drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Decent striking displayed by DKasada there.
A lazy left from DKasada finds it's target.
Edmond wants to clinch.#T2#
DKasada fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Edmond takes a jab right on the kisser.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DKasada swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DKasada misses with a looping right.
Edmond tries to clinch up.
DKasada throws a counter combo.
Edmond is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
DKasada misses with a hook to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
DKasada misses with a hook to the body
and Edmond counters with a straight right hand.
DKasada waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Edmond.
It looked like Edmond wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Edmond looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
DKasada cracks Edmond with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Edmond is looking to clinch.
DKasada throws out a counter right but Edmond avoids it with no problem.
DKasada swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DKasada lands a jab to Edmond's midsection.
Edmond tries to clinch but DKasada is having none of it.
Edmond misses with a body shot
and DKasada counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Edmond staying out of range there.#T4#
DKasada connects with a jab.
DKasada ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rayful Edmond has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
DKasada tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Edmond was well out of range. Poor timing from DKasada.
DKasada avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice side step and DKasada releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
DKasada just misses with a punch to the body.
Edmond gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Edmond tries to clinch but fails miserably
and DKasada counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Edmond wants to clinch but DKasada slips to the side
letting DKasada counter with a right hand.
DKasada stuns Edmond with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big left from Edmond misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Komedor DKasada!
An out of breath Komedor DKasada thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CCC 5 : Breaker vs Oliva
Date: Feb 11, 2024

#R1#
Cider rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gunnarsson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cider looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Cider works over Gunnarsson's head and body with a nice combination.
Some wild striking there from Cider.
Gunnarsson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Cider defends it well.
Cider misses with a few strikes there.
Cider misses with a double jab
letting Gunnarsson counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Gunnarsson drives through with a takedown into Cider's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Gunnarsson controlling from the top position.
Cider looking to control.
Cider pulls Gunnarsson in close to prevent any damage.
Gunnarsson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cider swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Gunnarsson trying to control but Cider is working from the bottom.
Cider wants to sweep but no luck.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Cider keeping moving, preventing Gunnarsson from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Cider thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Gunnarsson if he has to take too many more of those.
Nice jab there from Cider.
Cider swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Gunnarsson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Cider's guard.#T2#
Gunnarsson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Gunnarsson passes into half guard.
Gunnarsson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gunnarsson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Gunnarsson trying to control from half guard but Cider is working away.
Gunnarsson is taking a breather. Cider 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.
Gunnarsson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Gunnarsson not doing much here.
Gunnarsson trying to control from half guard but Cider is working away. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gunnarsson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Gunnarsson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Cider moves into range and connects with a jab.
Gunnarsson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Gunnarsson fails with a takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cider misses with an uppercut. Gunnarsson saw that one coming.
Cider swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL2#
and Gunnarsson counters by clinching up.
Gunnarsson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Cider backwards.
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 Deepen Cider will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Cider throws a right hand that Gunnarsson ducks under and follows up with a left that Gunnarsson also avoids with ease.
Gunnarsson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cider swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Gunnarsson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Gunnarsson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gunnarsson stops Cider from standing up. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson drops back looking for a leg! Cider is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Cider manages to kick Gunnarsson off! Gunnarsson jumps back into Cider's guard.
Gunnarsson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Cider on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Cider tries to get out of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson won't allow Cider to get back to his feet. #T1#
Gunnarsson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gunnarsson advances to half guard.
Gunnarsson is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson wants to work for an arm triangle but Cider is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gunnarsson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Magnus Gunnarsson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cider on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Gunnarsson is trying to control. Cider wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gunnarsson is taking a breather. Cider 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.
Cider is not content to let Gunnarsson control the position.
Gunnarsson passes to side control.
Gunnarsson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T3#
Gunnarsson controls the position.
Gunnarsson wants to control but Cider is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gunnarsson working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#SUB2#
Gunnarsson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cider knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Gunnarsson staying calm.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gunnarsson wants to control but Cider is keeping him busy.
Gunnarsson working the body and head with strikes.
Gunnarsson lands an elbow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gunnarsson takes a little break here. Cider wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Gunnarsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Cider falls off balance throwing a combination
and Gunnarsson counters with a nice body shot.
Gunnarsson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Cider.
Gunnarsson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cider throws a series of punches but Gunnarsson avoids them all with ease.
Gunnarsson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gunnarsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cider throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gunnarsson.
Cider looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Some wild striking there from Cider.
Deepen Cider is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cider throws a nice looking combination but Gunnarsson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Cider tries a head kick but it misses.
Cider misses with a combination #CL2#
and Gunnarsson counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Gunnarsson.
Our sources have told us that Cider has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Gunnarsson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Cider trying to control the position but instead, Gunnarsson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cider into the cage.#T1#
Cider lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Cider goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cider has a couple of punches blocked by Gunnarsson.
Cider misses with a body punch.
Cider tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cider tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
Gunnarsson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Cider wants to get back to his feet but Gunnarsson passes into half guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Gunnarsson seems to be looking for submissions.
Gunnarsson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
Gunnarsson is nestled in close to Cider, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Cider won't allow Gunnarsson to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Cider is trying to stand.
Gunnarsson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3#
Gunnarsson trying to control the action but Cider is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cider doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gunnarsson.
Gunnarsson passes to full mount!
Gunnarsson trying to control but Cider is having none of it.
Gunnarsson lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Cider hang on?#T4##SUB2#
Cider defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gunnarsson.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gunnarsson content just to control the position here.
Gunnarsson tries to control but Cider wriggling away.
The referee warns Cider that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gunnarsson postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Cider looks a forlorn figure.

And that's the end of the fight!
Magnus Gunnarsson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Gunnarsson 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magnus Gunnarsson!
After the fight, Magnus Gunnarsson was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: CCC 4 : Dickinson vs Phillips
Date: Feb 10, 2024

#R1#
Dickinson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Phillips. That did some damage!
A head kick misses from Dickinson.
Dickinson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It seemed like Phillips was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Phillips tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dickinson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#It looks like Sean Dickinson has been cut.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Dickinson.
Dickinson scores with a head kick. Phillips tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT#It looks like Bum Phillips has been cut.
Phillips has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Phillips uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dickinson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dickinson lands a nice hook to Phillips's body. Phillips takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD2#
Phillips gets a takedown into half guard.
Dickinson looks like he's trying to stand up. #T1#
Phillips passes to side control.
Dickinson is not content to let Phillips control the position.
Dickinson is looking for a sweep.
Dickinson is working hard here to advance position.
Phillips wants to control but Dickinson is keeping him busy.
Dickinson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Phillips on the ground.
Dickinson tries to bench press Phillips off him but Phillips keeps the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dickinson prevents Phillips from moving into mount.
Dickinson is trying to control Phillips's posture but Phillips avoids it.
Dickinson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Phillips trying to control the action but Dickinson is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Phillips is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dickinson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Phillips remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Dickinson wants to get back to his feet.#T3#
Phillips wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dickinson keeps working. #SUB2#
Phillips is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dickinson has escaped the position, nice work there.
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#SUB2#
Phillips tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Phillips has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Phillips thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Phillips is trying to get an arm triangle but Dickinson is defending well.
Dickinson tries to control but Phillips manages to take his back.
Dickinson tries to break free. #SUB2#
Phillips is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Dickinson is really stuck here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Phillips is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Dickinson has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Phillips working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bum Phillips will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Phillips catches Dickinson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dickinson digs a good hook to Phillips's body.
Dickinson connects with a leg kick.
Dickinson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Phillips.
Dickinson pushes Phillips away with a front kick.#TD2#
Phillips shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Phillips was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!

Dickinson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dickinson moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T1#
Phillips shoots in for a takedown but Dickinson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Phillips tries for a takedown but Dickinson circles away easily
and Dickinson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dickinson throws a head kick that Phillips semi-blocks.
Sean Dickinson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dickinson misses with a wild combination. #TD2#
Dickinson gets caught napping as Phillips dives in and scores a takedown. Dickinson manages to retain guard.
Phillips wants to control from the top but Dickinson keeps moving. #T2#
Phillips pushes down on Dickinson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dickinson is trying to stand.
Dickinson wants to improve his position but Phillips is controlling well.
Phillips is trying to control the action in half guard but Dickinson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bum Phillips has got the better of the ground game so far.
Phillips is pressing down on Dickinson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dickinson is holding on for now.
Dickinson has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T3#
Dickinson is trying is best to control the position here.
Dickinson is looking to get back to is feet but Phillips passes into side control.
Phillips wants to control but Dickinson is keeping him busy. #ES#
Dickinson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Sean Dickinson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dickinson scores with a jab to the body.
Dickinson throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Phillips's head.
Dickinson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Phillips swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Phillips throws an off balance right hand
and Dickinson counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Dickinson. Phillips does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dickinson lands a head kick. Phillips smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dickinson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Phillips tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dickinson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Phillips somewhat.
Sean Dickinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bum Phillips.
Phillips looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dickinson is fending him off so far but Phillips persists. Nope, Dickinson circles away and we're back to standing.
Dickinson tries a head kick but it misses.
Sean Dickinson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dickinson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Dickinson dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Dickinson moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Phillips takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dickinson connects with a high kick.
Dickinson throws a head kick that misses
and Phillips counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sean Dickinson is winning the standup battle so far.
Dickinson scores with a kick to the body.
Dickinson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A little jabbing left from Phillips on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dickinson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Dickinson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Phillips goes for a double leg but Dickinson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dickinson continues to drive forward.#T1#
Dickinson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Phillips shoots in looking for a takedown but Dickinson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Phillips's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
As Phillips looks to move away, Dickinson throws a big counter combo but Phillips just gets out of the way.
Dickinson lands with a nice body punch.
Dickinson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Phillips.
Sean Dickinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bum Phillips.
Phillips takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dickinson lands a jab to the nose.
Nice uppercut there from Dickinson.#T2#
Dickinson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Phillips has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Phillips takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dickinson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Phillips can do to turn this around?
Phillips avoids the head kick by Dickinson.
Dickinson stuns Phillips with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dickinson lands a front kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dickinson digs a good hook to Phillips's body.
An inside leg kick lands from Dickinson.
A head kick misses from Dickinson.
Phillips takes a head kick and keeps coming. #T3##TD2#
Phillips closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Dickinson prevents Phillips from improving position.
Dickinson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dickinson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Phillips moves into full mount!
Dickinson has given up his back. Will we see Phillips going for some submissions?
Dickinson tries to roll but Phillips sticks to his back. #T4##SUB2#
Dickinson is trying to defend against the choke here but Phillips has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Phillips Tightens the hold and Dickinson taps out furiously! Phillips displays superior BJJ to win the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bum Phillips!
Bum Phillips thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 12, 2024

#R1#
Laszlo lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT2#It looks like Magnus Gunnarsson has been cut.
Laszlo looks to land a combination but Gunnarsson avoids it well.
Gunnarsson shoots for a takedown but Laszlo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Laszlo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jason Laszlo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laszlo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Laszlo misses with a double jab
and Gunnarsson counters with a straight right hand.
Gunnarsson wants to clinch up but Laszlo keeps it at a distance.
Gunnarsson moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLaszlo.
Gunnarsson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gunnarsson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Laszlo.
Laszlo misses with a hook
and Gunnarsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Laszlo throws a head kick that misses.
Laszlo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Laszlo tries to sprawl but Gunnarsson drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Laszlo is looking to improve his position.
Laszlo manages to get to full guard. #T1#
Gunnarsson 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.
Laszlo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gunnarsson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Laszlo wants to control from the top but Gunnarsson keeps moving.
Laszlo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Laszlo wants to control from the top but Gunnarsson keeps moving.
Laszlo tries to stand but Gunnarsson is controlling from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Laszlo's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Gunnarsson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gunnarsson keeping moving, preventing Laszlo from controlling successfully.
Gunnarsson keeping full guard, as Laszlo tries to pass.
Gunnarsson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Laszlo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gunnarsson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3##SUB2#
Laszlo is looking for a triangle but Gunnarsson pushes his legs off easily.
Laszlo keeping full guard, as Gunnarsson tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gunnarsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Laszlo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Laszlo seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Gunnarsson tries to free his leg and advance position but Laszlo is retaining full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gunnarsson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Laszlo is trying to control the position but Gunnarsson postures up.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB2#
Gunnarsson stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Laszlo has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Gunnarsson manages to get his head free but now Laszlo has transitioned to an armbar! Gunnarsson grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Laszlo! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jason Laszlo!
A very excited looking Jason Laszlo 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: Nfld 43
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1#
Marley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gunnarsson.
A quick step to the side and Gunnarsson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gunnarsson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marley manages to avoid it.
Gunnarsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Gunnarsson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Marley swats him away and circles back towards the center.
As Gunnarsson backs off Marley throws a huge counter combo but Gunnarsson manages to avoid it all.
Marley misses with a wild combination.
Marley throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Gunnarsson counters by clinching up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson is trying to pull guard but Marley turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Marley pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Marley is looking to clinch.
Gunnarsson tries to counter with a takedown but Marley is quick to defend against it.
Marley misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Gunnarsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Gunnarsson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Marley throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Gunnarsson pushes Marley up against the cage in a clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gunnarsson. #TD#
Gunnarsson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.

Marley pushes Gunnarsson off and scrambles back to his feet.
Marley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gunnarsson.
Gunnarsson misses with a takedown attempt - Marley sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Marley 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!
Nice takedown defense from Marley. No joy for Gunnarsson on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Gunnarsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
A head kick by Marley misses #TD#
and Gunnarsson counters with a shoot takedown. Marley fights it but they end up in guard.
Gunnarsson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Marley is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gunnarsson defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marley is trying to control the position but Gunnarsson postures up.
Gunnarsson tries to free his leg and advance position but Marley is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #ES2#
Marley manages to escape and get back to his feet.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Gunnarsson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Marley - the referee stops the clock and Gunnarsson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Marley. Gunnarsson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Marley lands a body shot. #T3#
Gunnarsson takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Gunnarsson scores with a nice head shot.
Marley throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Gunnarsson counters by moving into the clinch.
Marley is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Gunnarsson is defending well for now.
Gunnarsson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Marley is trying to break free.
Marley can't get the takedown.
A frustrated look appears on Marley's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Gunnarsson has a couple of punches blocked by Marley. #BC2#
Marley breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marley will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gunnarsson is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Marley throws a combination that misses
and Gunnarsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gunnarsson blocks a head kick by Marley.
Gunnarsson tries to counter with a takedown but Marley is quick to defend against it.
Gunnarsson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Marley lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
Gunnarsson clinches up with Marley and pushes him back against the cage.
Marley tries to pull guard but Gunnarsson holds him up against the cage and eventually Marley drops back down to his feet. #TD2#
Marley drags the fight down to the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gunnarsson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gunnarsson looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Marley is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Rakeem Marley will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Gunnarsson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Marley sprawls well. Marley wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gunnarsson gets slowly back to his feet.
Rakeem Marley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Gunnarsson clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Marley just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Gunnarsson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Marley wants to stand but Gunnarsson has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Marley won't allow Gunnarsson to sweep him here. #T1#
Marley trying to control the position from guard on top but Gunnarsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marley passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Marley is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gunnarsson is just riding it out for now. Marley eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Marley seems to be looking for submissions.
Marley trying to pass the guard but Gunnarsson defending well. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Marley looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Marley is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gunnarsson defends it well.
Gunnarsson wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Gunnarsson is looking to control Marley's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gunnarsson avoid being mounted?
Marley trying to control the action but Gunnarsson is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Marley seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson makes his way to full guard, as Marley worked for a kimura.
Gunnarsson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Marley would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SU2#
Marley decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL2#
Marley closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Gunnarsson is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Marley can't fight it off and eventually Gunnarsson manages to take the fight to the floor. Marley looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Marley working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gunnarsson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gunnarsson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Marley looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Rakeem Marley will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##CL#
Gunnarsson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Marley manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from Marley.
Gunnarsson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gunnarsson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Marley counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Marley defends well and Gunnarsson ends up having to push Marley into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Gunnarsson is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Gunnarsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gunnarsson is trying to pull guard but Marley turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Marley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Marley tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Gunnarsson just stands there and leans against the cage.#T1#
Marley tries to break free but Gunnarsson pushes him back against the cage.
Marley lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Marley wants to break the clinch but can't.
Marley dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Marley is trying to break the clinch but Gunnarsson has him pressed against the cage.
Marley working hard to break the clinch.
Gunnarsson jumps guard but Marley turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Gunnarsson is trying to pull guard but Marley turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Marley - that landed with a thud.
Gunnarsson lands with a short shot to the head.
Magnus Gunnarsson has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Marley manages to break the clinch.
Gunnarsson takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Marley dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Marley throws a right and a left that Gunnarsson avoids nicely.
Gunnarsson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Marley fakes the leg kick and cracks Gunnarsson in the body.
Marley scores with a leg kick.
Rakeem Marley seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some wild striking there from Marley.
Gunnarsson closes the distance looking to clinch
and Marley counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Marley lands a high kick!
Gunnarsson moves away from the strike by Marley.
Gunnarsson attempts a counter takedown but Marley avoids it well and moves away.
Marley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marley listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Marley misses with a double jab
and Gunnarsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Marley is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Gunnarsson rather than just go for the knockout.
Gunnarsson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gunnarsson.
Marley doesn't manage to clinch there - Gunnarsson circles away.
Rakeem Marley is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Gunnarsson throws a leg kick
and Marley counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Marley tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gunnarsson tries to counter with a takedown but Marley is quick to defend against it.
Magnus Gunnarsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A looping hook to the body misses from Marley. Gunnarsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gunnarsson tries a low kick but Marley avoids it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gunnarsson throws a nice looking combination but Marley bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rakeem Marley comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Marley 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rakeem Marley!
An out of breath Rakeem Marley thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Nfld 43
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1#
Liu is looking to slow Dickinson down with leg kicks.
Liu lands a body shot.
Dickinson lands a high kick! #CUT2#It looks like Jun Liu has been cut.
Liu throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Liu lands with a right hand.
Dickinson throws a leg kick which misses Liu's front leg but catches the back leg as Liu tries to avoid it.
Liu dips to his left and cracks Dickinson with an uppercut!
Liu connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dickinson lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick by Liu misses
and Dickinson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Dickinson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Liu throws a lazy head kick
and Dickinson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A punch combination from Dickinson misses.
Dickinson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Liu missing with a left hand there. Dickinson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dickinson replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Liu blocks it well.
Dickinson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Liu.
Dickinson throws a nice inside leg kick.
Liu cracks Dickinson with an open hand slap.
Liu looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've been told by Liu's head coaches at Gumburcules Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Liu scores with a head kick. Dickinson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Dickinson throws a head kick that misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Liu as he connects with a hook.
Dickinson defending well as Liu loads up on a big left hand.
Dickinson keeps the fight on the outside.
Dickinson flicks out a counter leg kick but Liu steps away.
Liu misses with an attempted mid kick.
Liu's corner calls for a 1-2. Liu obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Liu misses with a looping left.
Dickinson moves out of range of the strikes.
Jun Liu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dickinson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Liu tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dickinson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dickinson walks into a straight right hand from Liu.
Liu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Liu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dickinson moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dickinson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T2#
Dickinson ducks under a wild hook from Liu.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dickinson! But no joy.
Dickinson tries to land a front kick but Liu steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A head kick misses from Liu.
Liu misses with a head kick.
An inside leg kick from Liu misses.
Liu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Some wild striking there from Dickinson.
Liu throws out a leg kick but Dickinson moves out of range and Liu only half commits.
Liu throws a lazy right hand but Dickinson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A left lands for Liu.
Liu misses with a kick to the body.
Liu jabs at Dickinson's body.
A left and a right from Dickinson both land. Nice combination.
Liu throws out a leg kick but Dickinson moves out of range and Liu only half commits.
Liu tries to work over Dickinson's front leg with a kick but Dickinson checks it.
Liu misses with a hook
and Liu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Liu is rocked!#T3#
Dickinson slips under a jab from Liu.
Liu throws a right and a left that Dickinson avoids nicely.
Dickinson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Dickinson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Liu.
Dickinson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Liu throws a lazy right hand but Dickinson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Liu backing away here, and Dickinson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Dickinson avoids a kick to the body.
Liu looks to land a body kick but Dickinson moved away.
A shot to the liver by Dickinson. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Dickinson gets tackled into the cage by Liu. Liu maintains the clinch.
Dickinson is trying to push Liu away but Liu has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Liu is trying to stall.
Liu misses with a knee to the head.
Liu scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Dickinson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Liu throws a leg kick but Dickinson moved away.
Liu misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T4#
Liu throws a poor cross that misses
and Dickinson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Liu misses with a looping right.
Liu lands a head kick!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dickinson misses the jab.#KD2#
Dickinson lands a big head kick that sends Liu tumbling to the mat! Dickinson takes a step backwards and waves Liu back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Oh Liu is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Liu throws a low kick but Dickinson moves out of range easily.
Liu throws a right hand that misses
and Dickinson counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Liu out cold! What a finish! Dickinson is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sean Dickinson!
Sean Dickinson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: BE 1: Violent Nights
Date: Dec 23, 2023

#R1#
Bronson misses with the combination.
A big right from Bronson misses.
Bronson darts in looking for a takedown but Frost gets double underhooks and turns Bronson into the ropes.
Frost appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A hook to the body from Frost.
Frost digs a right hand into Bronson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bronson's gas tank.
A frustrated look appears on Bronson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bronson is trying to break the clinch but Frost is controlling him.#BC2#
Frost breaks the clinch.
Bronson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Frost circles away quickly and effectively.
Bronson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Frost.
Bronson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Frost throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frost jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bronson is looking to counter punch.
Keith Bronson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Frost misses with a jab to the body
and Bronson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Frost looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Frost lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T1#
Bronson swings for the body but Frost moves out of range.
Frost looks to land a combination but Bronson avoids it well.
Bronson moves away from the strike by Frost.
Bronson misses with a series of wild punches.
Frost misses with a body shot.
Bronson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Frost moves away.
Frost moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bronson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bronson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Frost circles away quickly and effectively.
Frost jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Frost takes one on the button.
Bronson blocks a jab.#T2#
Bronson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Frost throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bronson counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
No joy there for Bronson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bronson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bronson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Frost looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Frost swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bronson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Frost moves forwards but Bronson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Frost throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Good exchange - Bronson coming out on top.
Bronson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Despite the aggression on Frost's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bronson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Frost avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
Bronson misses with a two punch combination.
Bronson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Frost throws a big shot that misses.
Bronson lands a jab to the head. #CUT#It looks like Olaf Frost has been cut.
Bronson throws a jab when Frost was well out of range.
Frost uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bronson.
Frost shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bronson eats them both and turns towards Frost to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT2#It looks like Keith Bronson has been cut.
Bronson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bronson throws a looping overhand right but Frost ducks down to avoid it.
Frost closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Frost changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bronson tries to avoid it but Frost manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bronson to the ground. Bronson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bronson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Frost looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bronson scores with a jab. Frost acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Frost is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Frost uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bronson.
A combination from Frost does no damage.
Bronson throws a right hand that Frost ducks under and follows up with a left that Frost also avoids with ease.
Bronson misses with a jab, cross combination.
A jab from Bronson misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Frost! But no joy.
Bronson swinging wildly here.
It seemed like Frost was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Frost cracks a nice hook into Bronson's ribs.#T5#
Bronson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Bronson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Frost sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bronson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Frost.
Frost moves forwards but Bronson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bronson misses with a straight right.
Frost is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bronson misses with a straight left.
Frost misses with a series of wild punches.
A slow jab from Frost misses its intended target.
Bronson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bronson misses with a left hand
and Frost counters with a nice uppercut. #T6#
Bronson avoids a punch combination nicely.
It looked like Bronson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Frost moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bronson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Frost swings for the body but Bronson moves out of range.
Bronson throws a big counter combination but Frost scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bronson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Frost throws the left hand but Bronson avoids the punch easily.
Bronson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Frost.
Bronson throwing a counter right hand but Frost manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Bronson.
Bronson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Frost. #T7#
Bronson looks to score with a jab to the body but Frost is just out of range.
Bronson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Frost moves out of range as Bronson strikes.
A cross from Bronson lands.
Bronson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bronson lands a slapping body shot.
Frost dodges the punch combination from Bronson.
Frost misses with a straight left.
Bronson jabs at Frost's body.#T8#
Bronson scores with a jab to the body.
Bronson connects with a nice looking jab.
Bronson takes a swing at Frost's ribcage but misses.
Bronson takes one to the chin there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Decent striking displayed by Bronson there.
Bronson misses with a looping right.
Bronson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bronson throws a body shot but no joy.
Frost lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Bronson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Frost shoots for a double leg takedown but Bronson sprawls well. He's pushed Frost's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Keith Bronson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Olaf Frost.
Bronson throws a lazy right hand but Frost sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Frost is working the combinations to good effect here.
Frost misses with a looping left.
Bronson is looking to counter punch.#T9#
Bronson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Frost doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Frost misses the jab.
Bronson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bronson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bronson staying out of range there.
Frost swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bronson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Frost's waist but Frost gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bronson off to one side.
Bronson fails with a takedown attempt.
Frost looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bronson tries to bum rush Frost with a series of wild strikes but Frost uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bronson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Frost doesn't seem bothered though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keith Bronson dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Frost looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nice shot by Bronson.
Frost throws a series of punches but Bronson avoids them all with ease.
Bronson missing with a left hand there. Frost was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bronson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Frost changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bronson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Keith Bronson is winning the standup battle so far.
Bronson misses with an uppercut.
Bronson works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frost slaps away a takedown attempt from Bronson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bronson misses with the combination. #T1#
Frost scores with a jab.
Bronson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Frost misses with a few strikes there.
Frost misses with a two punch combination.
Frost looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bronson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Frost keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Despite the aggression on Frost's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bronson throws the left hand but Frost avoids the punch easily.
Bronson throws a right hand that Frost ducks under and follows up with a left that Frost also avoids with ease.
Bronson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Frost takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Keith Bronson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Frost getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bronson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Frost tries to bum rush Bronson with a series of wild strikes but Bronson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Frost moves out of range of the strikes.
Bronson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Frost swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bronson lands a really nice looking cross but Frost seems unphased.
Bronson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Frost momentarily.
Bronson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #KD2#
Frost lands a left and a right that send Bronson crashing to the mat, dazed. Frost thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Bronson is rocked!
Bronson lands with a good body shot.
Oh Bronson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Frost looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bronson seems to have got his legs back now.#T3#
Bronson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Frost.
Frost misses with a few strikes there.
Frost showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bronson.
Nice shot lands for Bronson.
Frost takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Frost avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bronson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Frost on the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Bronson.
Frost swinging wildly here.
It looked like Bronson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Nice takedown defense from Frost. No joy for Bronson on that attempt.
A combination from Bronson does no damage.
Bronson thuds his right hand into Frost's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bronson misses with a looping right.
Frost is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Frost misses with a two punch combination.
A jab from Bronson misses.
Frost is looking for the big counter here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bronson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Frost misses with a jab to the body
enabling Bronson to counter with a crisp jab.
Bronson misses with a series of wild punches. #T5#
Frost throws a shot from downtown. Bronson moves away and avoids it.
Bronson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Bronson misses the target.
Bronson lands a nice looking body shot.
Bronson goes for a double leg but Frost avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Frost continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Keith Bronson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Frost's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bronson misses with a hook.
Frost misses with a left hand
and Bronson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Some wild striking there from Bronson.
Bronson throws the left hand but Frost avoids the punch easily.
Bronson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Frosts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T6#
Frost dodges the punch combination from Bronson.
A lazy left from Bronson finds it's target.
Frost has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Frost fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bronson manages to avoid it.
Bronson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bronson missing with a left hand there. Frost was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Frost waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bronson.
The fighters circling - Frost throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bronson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bronson dodges the punch combination from Frost. #T7#
Frost misses with a series of wild punches.
Bronson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Frost.
Frost throws a right hand that Bronson ducks under and follows up with a left that Bronson also avoids with ease.
Bronson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bronson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bronson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Frost is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Frost lands a jab to the head.
Bronson lands a big right hand and follows it up with an uppercut. Oh and another big punch and a knee - Frost can't take much more of this! Another big shot to the jaw from Bronson and Frost drops to the floor. Beaten and bloodied - he had enough there. A vicious beatdown by Bronson.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Keith Bronson!
Olaf Frost spoke after the fight, saying 'Ill be back better'.

Event: Nfld live 55
Date: Dec 23, 2023

#R1#
Vrana tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Edmond wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A cross from Vrana lands.
Edmond misses with a body shot.
Edmond with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Vrana to score with a decent uppercut.
Vrana misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
As Vrana backs away, Edmond returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Vrana misses with a left hand
and Edmond connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vrana throws a sloppy head kick
and Edmond makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Edmond misses with an attempted mid kick.
Vrana lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Vrana.
A clash of legs there as Edmond blocks the low kick.
Edmond looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Vrana misses the target.
Vrana throws a left and a right that both miss
and Edmond counters with a big head kick but Vrana shrugs it off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vrana lands with a slapping head kick.
Edmond slips under a jab from Vrana.
Vrana wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Alois Vrana seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1##CL2#
Vrana rushes Edmond and presses him up against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Edmond swings wildly with an uppercut but Vrana uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vrana misses with a knee strike.
Edmond stalling the fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vrana.
Edmond is looking to control Vrana's arms but Vrana gets an underhook and turns him. Now Edmond has his back to the cage.
Edmond avoiding damage.
Edmond has Vrana pushed against the cage.
Vrana throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Edmond blocks it with crossed arms.
Vrana connects with a knee to the head.
Edmond looking to stall.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Rayful Edmond.
Vrana keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T2#
Vrana paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Vrana lands with a right hand.
Vrana digs a good hook to Edmond's body.
Vrana avoids the body shot from Edmond.
Vrana blocks a head kick by Edmond.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vrana! But no joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Edmond throws a right and a left that Vrana avoids nicely.
Nice shot lands for Vrana.
Edmond wants to clinch up but Vrana keeps it at a distance.
Vrana misses the jab.
A quick step to the side and Edmond tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Vrana throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sloppy strikes from Vrana. Those never looked like landing.
Edmond swings for the body but Vrana moves out of range.
Vrana loads up on a big right hand but Edmond slips the punch.#T3#
Vrana tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Edmond is looking to counter punch.
Edmond tries to move into range but Vrana moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL#
Edmond rushes Vrana and presses him up against the cage.
Vrana fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Edmond stalls.
Vrana fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vrana looking to throw knees to the head but Edmond is blocking nicely.
Edmond slows down the pace here.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Vrana takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Edmond is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Vrana is keeping busy.
Vrana doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vrana pushes Edmond back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T4#
Edmond will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Vrana up against the cage.
Edmond taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Rayful Edmond.
Vrana staying out of range there.
Edmond misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A countering left hand to the body from Vrana misses.
Vrana with a nice calf kick.
A low kick lands for Vrana. #CL2#
Vrana moves into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Edmond is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Edmond.
Vrana tries to land knees in the clinch but Edmond avoids the damage to the body.
Vrana lands a body punch.
Edmond looking to slow down the pace here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alois Vrana dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Vrana throws a hook but Edmond blocks it.
Edmond steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vrana.
Edmond goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Vrana - that will leave a mark!
Vrana thows a left - swing and a miss!
Edmond feinted with a counter takedown.
Alois Vrana seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vrana pushes Edmond away with a front kick.
Vrana misses with a right hand
and Edmond counters with a nice body shot.
Edmond throws an overhand right that lands on Vrana's shoulder, as Vrana tries to avoid the shot.
Edmond clobbers Vrana with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rayful Edmond is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Edmond misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Edmond takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Vrana misses with a hook.
Vrana throws a leg kick but Edmond sees it coming and moves out of range.
Edmond tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Vrana manages to circle out of the way.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A solid body kick from Edmond.
Alois Vrana is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Vrana misses with a looping left.
Vrana feints and then cracks Edmond's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Edmond down.
Edmond keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vrana.
Vrana takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Vrana paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Edmond fails with an attempt to clinch.
Edmond takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Vrana throws a good cross that connects.
Edmond does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Some wild striking there from Edmond.
Vrana throws a counter combo.
Vrana throws a head kick that misses
and Edmond makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Edmond tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vrana swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
Edmond drops his hands momentarily and Vrana takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Edmond moves out of range of the strikes.
Vrana jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vrana ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vrana moves out of range of the body kick from Edmond.
Decent striking displayed by Vrana there.
A jab lands there for Edmond.
Vrana has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Edmond tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Edmond is looking to wear down Vrana with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Vrana connects with a body shot.
Edmond misses with a wild combination.
Vrana pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Edmond is looking to counter the offense by Vrana and move into the clinch.
Vrana throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Vrana throws a hook to the side of Edmond's head but Edmond sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vrana connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Edmond's hands.
Edmond looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Vrana connects with a looping right hand.
A jab from Vrana misses.
The crowd cheers as Vrana lands an impressive looking overhand right. Edmond doesn't seem phased though.
Edmond slips under a jab.
Edmond looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Vrana throws out a counter right but Edmond avoids it with no problem.
Vrana circles away from the clinch attempt
and Vrana counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Edmond gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Edmond taking a breather. #T4#
Edmond stalls.
Edmond is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Edmond blocks an uppercut.
Edmond stalling in the clinch but Vrana improves position.
Edmond stalling.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Rayful Edmond.
Vrana throws a head kick that misses.
Vrana misses with a head kick.
Edmond went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vrana smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Edmond moves forwards but Vrana connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Edmond swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Edmond throws a solid leg kick but Vrana takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Edmond.
Edmond walks into a jab.
Vrana closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alois Vrana 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#
Vrana throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Edmond sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vrana darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Edmond keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vrana.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Edmond, as that shot connected.
Vrana throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
That kick from Vrana tenderised Edmond's leg. Edmond is trying to keep his angry face on.
Vrana misses with a body shot.
Edmond uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vrana.
Edmond is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Vrana.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Edmond throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Edmond tries to move into range but Vrana moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Edmond throws a right hand that Vrana ducks under and follows up with a left that Vrana also avoids with ease.
Edmond looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Good work by Vrana as he checks the leg kick.
Vrana swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Edmond is looking to clinch.
Edmond takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vrana lands with a thumping leg kick.
Edmond has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vrana finds it's way round the side to connect with Edmond's head.
Vrana is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Edmond.
Vrana scores with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Vrana.
Edmond looks to land a combination but Vrana avoids it well.
Vrana lands with a cross.
Vrana cracks Edmond with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vrana just misses with a punch to the body.
Vrana fails with an attempt to clinch. #T2#
A swing and a miss from Vrana.
Vrana checks the leg kick nicely there.
Edmond just misses with a punch to the body.
Vrana blocks a jab.
Vrana scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Edmond misses with a two punch combination.
The fighters circling - Vrana throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Edmond will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vrana tries a head kick but it misses.
Vrana misses with a straight left.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Vrana.
Vrana slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Edmond throws a head kick that Vrana semi-blocks. #ROC#Vrana is rocked!
Edmond lands a jab and follows it up with a massive straight that knocks Vrana out cold! Vrana is crumpled in the corner, his head only propped up by the cage! That's one for the organiziational promos right there! Wow, what a finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Rayful Edmond!
A very excited looking Rayful Edmond 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.

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