Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Lupe 9 Girls
Date: Jun 30, 2018

#R1#
Urai throws a shot to the body.
Nakara shoots in and drives through. Urai sprawls well.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt.
Nakara fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sam Urai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara.
Nakara tries for a takedown but Urai circles away easily
and Urai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Tebato Nakara has been cut.
Nakara takes one on the button.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nakara or perhaps it was just good defense by Urai, which made it look bad.
Nakara dives in and grabs Urai's left leg, looking for a takedown. Urai pushes down on Nakara's head and hops out.
Urai appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urai lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nakara doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD#
and Urai lands a stunning uppercut that sends Nakara to the mat! #ROC#
Nakara is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Urai is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nakara is still in real trouble! Can Urai finish him?#SUB#
Urai wants to work for an arm triangle but Nakara is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Urai trying to control the pace. #T1#
Urai trying to pass the guard but Nakara defending well.
Nakara seems to have recovered his senses.
Nakara wants to get back to full guard.
Nakara is not content to let Urai control the position.
Urai is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Urai slips a nice elbow through Nakara's hands, connecting with Nakara's forehead.
Urai is looking to advance position but Nakara won't allow it.
Nakara is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Urai with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Urai tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nakara knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Urai is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nakara has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2##SUB#
Urai is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Urai is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Urai trying to pass the guard but Nakara defending well. #SUB2#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Urai pulls his head out easily. #T3##SUB#
Urai is trying to work for a kimura but Nakara is defending well. #SUB2#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Urai looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Urai is trying to work for a kimura but Nakara is defending well. #SUB2#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Urai pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Urai trying to pass the guard but Nakara defending well. #SUB2#
Urai moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Nakara.#T4#
Nakara looks to move to half guard but instead Urai has passed into mount! Damn!
Nakara bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Nakara in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nakara postures up in Urai's guard and throws a big left but Urai blocks it.
Nakara is working Urai over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Nakara works over Urai with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Urai had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nakara defends it easily.
Nakara won't allow Urai to sweep him here.
Nakara chips away with some ground and pound.
Nakara throwing strikes but missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Urai dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tebato Nakara's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD2#
Urai gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nakara to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Nakara postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Urai is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nakara is aware though and is defending well.
Nakara throws a big elbow that misses.
Nakara throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nakara is looking to work some ground and pound but Urai has wrist control.
Nakara stands up over Urai, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nakara with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urai looking to control.
Nakara cracks Urai with a solid left hand.
Urai utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nakara accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Nakara lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nakara missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Urai had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nakara defends it easily.
Nakara keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Urai's head.
Nakara with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Urai looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nakara being controlled here momentarily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nakara's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nakara makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Nakara preventing the sweep.
Nakara throwing strikes but missing.
Nakara lands a couple of elbows.
Nakara postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nakara postures up in Urai's guard and throws a big left but Urai blocks it.
Nakara scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Urai had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nakara defends it easily.
Nakara missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nakara landing with the ground and pound.
Nakara throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Nakara throws a sloppy strike and Urai has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Nakara is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Urai!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sam Urai!
During a confident post fight interview, Sam Urai thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Lupe 8 Perfomance
Date: Jun 23, 2018

#R1#
Provenza tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Nakara closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Provenza to the mat! Provenza manages to get full guard.
Nakara working some strikes from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Provenza tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nakara is in close to Provenza's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Nakara landing some decent shots from guard.
Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nakara scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Provenza had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nakara defends it easily.
Nakara throws a big right hand that misses.
Nakara is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Provenza throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Nakara postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Nakara postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Provenza preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nakara has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nakara working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Provenza is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Provenza trying to control the position. #T1#
Nakara lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Provenza avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Provenza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Nakara has his foot on Provenza's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Provenza works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Nakara has his foot on Provenza's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Provenza works his way back into a safe position though.
Provenza is looking to work some ground and pound but Nakara has wrist control.#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Nakara is looking for a triangle but Provenza pushes his legs off easily.
Provenza passes Nakara's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Nakara is defending well. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2##SUB2#
Provenza is working for a kimura but Nakara is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Provenza is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nakara is just riding it out for now. Provenza eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Provenza drops an elbow to the side of Nakara's head. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Provenza working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nakara is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Provenza is nestled in close to Nakara, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Provenza is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Nakara has hold of Provenza's hands but Provenza slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Provenza wants to work for an arm triangle but Nakara is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Provenza winds up and cracks Nakara with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Provenza looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nakara with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Provenza working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily.
Provenza is nestled in close to Nakara, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Silvio Provenza will probably get the nod.
That's time! Nakara's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Nakara closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Provenza's guard.#SUB2#
Provenza is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nakara throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nakara preventing the sweep.
Provenza has momentary wrist control but Nakara slips an elbow through the middle.
Provenza utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for a guillotine here but Nakara defends easily.
Nakara lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Nakara got a little sloppy there for a moment and Provenza has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nakara has managed to get both his arms back between Provenza's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakara is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nakara works over Provenza with some ground and pound from guard.
Provenza preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Provenza wants to sweep here but Nakara controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a triangle but Nakara pushes his legs off easily. #T1#
Provenza has momentary wrist control but Nakara slips an elbow through the middle.
Nakara trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tebato Nakara overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nakara's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nakara is working Provenza over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Provenza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Nakara has his foot on Provenza's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Provenza works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Nakara is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nakara working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Provenza. #SUB#
Nakara is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Nakara is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Provenza is aware though and is defending well.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Nakara is keeping the position.
Provenza landing with the ground and pound.
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nakara is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Provenza with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Nakara is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Provenza defends well.
Provenza is pushing down on Nakara's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nakara is fighting to maintain full guard but Provenza has managed to sneak the leg through.
Provenza working Nakara over with strikes.
Provenza takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Provenza is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Provenza is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Provenza is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3##SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nakara defends it well.
Provenza winds up and cracks Nakara with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Provenza not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura here.
Nakara is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Provenza scores with a couple of nice shots.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Nakara is defending well. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#T4##SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nakara defends it well. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily.
Nakara won't allow Provenza to pass to mount. #SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Provenza looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nakara with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Provenza working Nakara over with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Provenza scores with a nice strike.#TD2#
Provenza changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nakara looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Nakara is looking to reverse the position.
Provenza cracks Nakara with a big right hand but Nakara just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #ROC2#
Nakara is rocked!#SUB2#
Provenza is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nakara is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Oh Nakara is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nakara is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nakara seems to have got his legs back now.
Provenza working over Nakara with some ground and pound. Nakara looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Provenza is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nakara sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but Nakara is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Provenza to get the leverage. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Provenza pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Provenza seems to be looking for submissions.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##SUB2#
Provenza is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Provenza slips a nice elbow through Nakara's hands, connecting with Nakara's forehead.#SUB2#
Provenza is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakara doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Provenza. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Provenza is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Nakara is defending against the submission attempts here by Provenza. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Provenza is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nakara taking some punishment here, with Provenza in his half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Nakara could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Provenza has cracked it and Nakara is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Provenza!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: Lupe 3 Prestige
Date: May 27, 2018

#R1#
Nakara shoots in for a double leg but Swann sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Swann is looking to counter punch.
Nakara walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nakara shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Swann pinned against the cage. Swann gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Swann appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Nakara tries for a takedown but Swann circles away easily
letting Swann counter with a right hand.
Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Swann as he jumps to the side.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nakara.
Swann leaves Nakara with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nakara shoots in looking for a takedown but Swann manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nakara's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Swann connects with a crisp jab. #CUT#
It looks like Tebato Nakara has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt
and Swann counters with a nice body shot.
Swann throws a big shot that misses.
Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Swann swings for the body but Nakara moves out of range.
Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nakara was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann.
Nakara tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Swann.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nakara shoots in but Swann avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Nakara darts in looking for a takedown but Swann gets double underhooks and turns Nakara into the cage.
Nakara shoots in and drives through. Swann sprawls well.
A little feinted left hand from Swann on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nakara shoots in but Swann avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nakara looks winded!
Swann with a jab.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt.
Swann scores with a body shot. #TD2#
Nakara fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Swann sprawls well initially but Nakara persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nakara thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nakara not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Nakara sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Swann defending well though.
Swann is looking to control Nakara's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Swann avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nakara lands with a punch from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Swann is trying to get back to full guard.
Nakara throws a strike but Swann avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Swann avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nakara throwing strikes but missing.
Swann preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nakara throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Swann works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Swann utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nakara throws a big elbow that misses.
Swann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nakara.
Nakara works over Swann with some ground and pound from guard.
Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Nakara working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nakara scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nakara landing with the ground and pound.
Nakara throws a strike but Swann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Nakara escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Swann gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Nakara working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Swann doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Swann manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Swann would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Nakara throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nakara being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
Swann passes Nakara's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Swann controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Swann looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ross Swann dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tebato Nakara'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.
#R2#
Swann scores with a shot to the body.
Nakara looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Swann is fending him off so far but Nakara persists. Nope, Swann circles away and we're back to standing.
Nakara will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tebato Nakara is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nakara walks into a left hand.
Nakara is trying hard to land a takedown here. Swann sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ross Swann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara.
Nakara moves forwards but Swann connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ross Swann is winning the standup battle so far.
Nakara gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Swann counters with a straight right hand.
A jab from Swann misses.
Swann missing with a left hand there. Nakara was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nakara dives in for a single leg takedown but Swann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nakara misses with a takedown
and Swann counters with a nice uppercut.
Swann turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Swann.
Nakara is breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A cross from Swann lands.
Nakara closes the distance and clinches up with Swann, looking for a takedown. Nakara pushes Swann against the cage but Swann circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Swann throws a hook to the side of Nakara's head but Nakara sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Swann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nakara.
Swann misses with a straight left.
Jab from Swann.
Nakara changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Swann tries to avoid it but Nakara manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Swann to the ground. Swann escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nakara takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A chopping leg kick lands by Swann.
Swann connects with a jab.
Swann with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tebato Nakara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakara shoots and misses
and Swann counters with a straight right hand.
Swann missing with a left hand there. Nakara was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nakara takes one to the side of the head.
Swann looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Swann throws out a loose jab but Nakara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakara goes for a double leg but Swann avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Swann continues to drive forward.
Swann lands with a kick to the temple. Nakara shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #ROC#
Nakara is rocked!
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt.
Nakara is still on wobbly legs! Can Swann finish him?
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt
and Swann counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2#
Swann throws out a loose jab but Nakara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakara takes one to the side of the head.
Swann lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Nakara falls backwards - clearly groggy! Swann dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ross Swann!
Our winner, Ross Swann, 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: KAMIKAZE 86
Date: Mar 23, 2018

#R1#
Chisholm lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#
It looks like Tebato Nakara has been cut.
Nakara shoots for a double leg takedown but Chisholm sprawls well. He's pushed Nakara's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nakara closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chisholm circles away.
Nakara shoots in and drives through. Chisholm sprawls well.
Ambrose Chisholm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara.
Chisholm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nakara with the counter takedown but Chisholm avoids it easily.#TD2#
Nakara throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Chisholm was covering up waiting for the punch and Nakara finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Chisholm looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nakara is one step ahead there.
Chisholm is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Chisholm holds on and takes a little breather.
Chisholm wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakara distracts Chisholm with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Chisholm controlling Nakara's posture.
Nakara lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Chisholm 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.
Nakara throwing strikes from guard but Chisholm blocks nicely. #T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Chisholm holds on and takes a little breather.
Nakara throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Chisholm 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.
Chisholm is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Chisholm has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Nakara postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Chisholm is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nakara content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Nakara is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Nakara cracks Chisholm with a solid left hand.
Nakara postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nakara throwing strikes but missing.
Chisholm is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nakara working some strikes from top position.#T2#
Chisholm pulls Nakara in close to prevent any damage.
Chisholm preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Chisholm preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Chisholm 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#
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB2#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Chisholm is taking a breather. Nakara 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.#T3##SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nakara won't allow Chisholm to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chisholm pulls his head out easily.
Chisholm is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Chisholm perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SU#
Chisholm stands up out of the half guard.
Chisholm lunges at Nakara with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nakara's hand.
Chisholm takes a swing at Nakara's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Chisholm. #T4#
Nakara blocks a head kick by Chisholm.
Nakara moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nakara doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nakara takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nakara on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Chisholm lands a head shot.
Chisholm connects with the punch.
Ambrose Chisholm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nakara fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Chisholm throws a head kick that misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chisholm.
Chisholm lands a jab.
Chisholm connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice takedown defense from Chisholm. No joy for Nakara on that attempt.
Nakara shoots in but Chisholm avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nakara looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Chisholm is fending him off so far but Nakara persists. Nope, Chisholm circles away and we're back to standing.
It looked like Chisholm wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ambrose Chisholm dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tebato Nakara's cut.
That's time! Chisholm's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Chisholm darts in and clinches Nakara up against the cage.
Nakara drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Chisholm gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Nakara goes for a takedown attempt but Chisholm pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Chisholm lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nakara takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Chisholm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nakara can do to turn this around?
Nice body kick there by Chisholm.
Nakara shoots for a double leg takedown but Chisholm sprawls well. He's pushed Nakara's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ambrose Chisholm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara.#CL#
Chisholm closes the distance and pushes Nakara back into the cage.
Nakara is looking to take this one to the mat.
Nakara goes for a takedown attempt but Chisholm pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Chisholm rushes Nakara and presses him up against the cage.
Nakara wants a takedown.
Chisholm working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short left from Chisholm.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nakara tries to score a body lock takedown but Chisholm shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Nakara is breathing heavily.#T1#
Nakara is trying to drag Chisholm to the mat but Chisholm just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Chisholm lands with a short shot to the head.
Chisholm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nakara blocks an uppercut.
Nakara drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chisholm pulls his leg out and moves away.
Tebato Nakara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chisholm throws a good cross that connects.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Chisholm as he jumps to the side. #CL#
Chisholm darts in and clinches Nakara up against the cage.
Chisholm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Chisholm misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nakara looking for a takedown.
Chisholm presses Nakara against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short left from Chisholm.
Chisholm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nakara backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chisholm digs a right hand into Nakara's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nakara's gas tank. #T2#
Chisholm lands a body punch.
Good body shot from Chisholm.
Chisholm lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nakara backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Chisholm.
Chisholm softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Chisholm lands a body shot in the clinch.
Chisholm lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Chisholm.
A shot in the inside from Chisholm.
Chisholm lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nakara backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Chisholm. #ROC#
Nakara is rocked!
Nakara has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Chisholm is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Nakara is still on wobbly legs! Can Chisholm finish him?
Chisholm pushes Nakara back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Chisholm fails to land.
Chisholm pushes Nakara back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Chisholm working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Chisholm lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Chisholm lands a big right hand that drops Nakara! The killer instinct kicks in and Chisholm finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Chisholm!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ambrose Chisholm!
Ambrose Chisholm thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: KAMIKAZE 76: Show
Date: Jan 27, 2018

#R1##TD#
Tahere tries to sprawl but Nakara drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Nakara thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nakara missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tahere avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nakara.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tahere tries to roll over but Nakara keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nakara lands strikes from half guard.
Nakara lands with a punch from half guard.
Tahere regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Nakara.
Tahere trying to control the position.
Nakara working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nakara content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Tahere is trying to keep Nakara in close.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nakara accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nakara postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Nakara is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tahere trying to control the position.
Tahere 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.#T1#
Nakara has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Nakara throws a strike but Tahere rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Nakara working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tahere doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tahere manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tahere trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nakara utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nakara working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tahere.
Tahere pushing down on Nakara's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tahere is looking to advance position but Nakara won't allow it.
Tahere sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nakara defending well though.
Tahere is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tahere pulls his head out easily.
Tahere sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Tahere is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nakara is just riding it out for now. Tahere eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tahere is looking to advance position but Nakara won't allow it.
Tahere looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nakara with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nakara works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Tahere avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Nakara escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tahere gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tahere advances to half guard. #T3##SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tahere controlling the pace.
Tahere looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Tahere throwing shots but Nakara is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tahere wants to free his trapped foot but Nakara is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Tahere is pressing down on Nakara's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nakara is holding on for now.
Nakara keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Tahere looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Tahere passes to side control.
Nakara is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tahere's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Tahere is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakara doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tahere.
Tahere works his foot free and advances to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tebato Nakara will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Tahere fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nakara is out of range.
Nakara shoots in for a double leg but Tahere sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Nakara fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Tahere sprawls well initially but Nakara persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Tahere manages to get to full guard.
Tahere trying to control the position.
Tahere might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Nakara haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Nakara working some strikes from top position.
Tahere manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nakara manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tahere in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Nakara has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tahere can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tahere trying to control but Nakara is working from the bottom. #T1#
Tahere looking to pass the guard.
Tahere trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tahere must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Tahere with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Nakara escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tahere gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tahere trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tebato Nakara overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Nakara is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tahere is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tahere trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tahere lands a couple of digs.
Tahere connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Nakara is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tahere pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nakara is keeping the position for now. #T2##SUB#
Tahere got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nakara has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tahere has managed to get both his arms back between Nakara's legs - danger averted.
Tahere passes Nakara's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tahere is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Tahere throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Nakara because Tahere loaded up on that one.
Nakara is trying to escape the mount.
Tahere dominating with strikes here.
Tahere controlling from mount.
Nakara is working to get back to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#T3#
Tahere trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nakara regains half guard.
Nakara blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tahere.
Tahere wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nakara keeps working.
Nice strikes from Tahere there. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Tahere thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tahere works his foot free and advances to mount.
Tahere throws some wild stikes that Nakara manages to avoid easily.
Nakara is desperately trying to improve his position but Tahere has a good base and remains in mount.#T4##SUB2#
Tahere with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Tahere working Nakara over with strikes here.
Nakara tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nakara taking shots to the head.
Tahere sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tahere trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tahere throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Nakara regains half guard.
Tahere throwing shots but Nakara is blocking nicely.
Nakara tries to get to full guard but Tahere has control of the leg.
Tahere sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nakara defending well though.
Nakara avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tahere.
Nakara on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tahere thows a huge punch but Nakara dodges it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dyllz Tahere showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nakara moves away from the strike by Tahere.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tahere.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nakara ducks right into an uppercut from Tahere.
Decent striking displayed by Tahere there.
Tebato Nakara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tebato Nakara is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tahere jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nakara shoots for a double leg takedown but Tahere sprawls well. He's pushed Nakara's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nakara will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tahere follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tahere feints a jab promting Nakara to slip. Tahere then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Nakara slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Tahere stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tahere wants it to stay on the feet.
Tahere lands the left hand.
Nakara keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tahere.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tahere lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tahere has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Nakara is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Tahere displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nakara.
Jab by Tahere.
Dyllz Tahere seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nakara takes one on the button.#T1#
Nakara tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tahere sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nakara somewhat.
Tahere looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nakara keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tahere.
Nakara changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tahere tries to avoid it but Nakara manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tahere to the ground. Tahere escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tahere unleashes a big counter combination but Nakara bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tahere connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nakara slips under a jab.
A bone on bone clash there as Nakara blocks the leg kick. #TD#
Nakara decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tahere wants to get back to full guard.
Tahere is pressing down on Nakara's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Tahere is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nakara is aware though and is defending well.
Nakara throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Tahere working a defensive guard here.
Tahere working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nakara.
Tahere lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Nakara is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Nakara has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tahere can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tahere trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nakara utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tahere wants to pass the guard but Nakara is keeping the position.#SUB#
Nakara working for a triangle but Tahere defends it easily. #T3#
Nakara avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Nakara is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tahere controls from within his opponent's guard.
Nakara keeping moving, preventing Tahere from controlling successfully.
Tahere wants to pass the guard but Nakara is keeping the position.#SUB#
Nakara looking for a guillotine here but Tahere defends easily.
Tahere slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Tahere avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nakara working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tahere.
Tahere sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Nakara's guard. #SUB#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.
Nakara won't allow Tahere to pass to mount.
Nakara avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tahere.
Tahere not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tahere pulls his head out easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dyllz Tahere comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tahere 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dyllz Tahere!

Event: KAMIKAZE 69: My Battle
Date: Dec 30, 2017

#R1#
Koko lands a head kick! #CUT#
It looks like Tebato Nakara has been cut.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2#
Nakara scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Koko taking punishment in the form of punches.
Koko is looking to regain half guard here but Nakara keeps moving and retains side control.
Check out the look on Nakara's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Nakara looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Koko is avoiding damage well.
Nakara scoring with punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Koko is looking for a sweep.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nakara working the ground and pound from side control.
Check out the look on Nakara's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Nakara works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Koko takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Nakara working away.
Nakara grinds an elbow into Koko's temple. #ROC2#
Koko is rocked!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakara working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Oh Koko is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Koko wants to control but Nakara postures up.
Koko tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Koko seems to have got his legs back now.
Nakara working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
Nakara scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Koko to see if he's OK.
Koko tries to bench press Nakara off him but Nakara keeps the position.
Koko is working hard here to advance position.
Nakara working away.
Koko takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Koko takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Nakara lands a decent elbow from side control.
Koko takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Nakara scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Koko is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Nakara can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tebato Nakara!
Tebato Nakara thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Michael Koko was interviewed post fight and said 'Koko sad.'.

Event: KAMIKAZE 59: Hot Night
Date: Oct 20, 2017

#R1#
Nakara moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Squirrelly jabs Nakara to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Squirrelly looks to land a left hand but Nakara moved out of range nicely.
Nakara changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nakara will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Squirrelly pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Nakara back to the ropes. Squirrelly follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Nakara tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Squirrelly defends well and Nakara ends up having to push Squirrelly into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tebato Nakara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakara steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Squirrelly.
Nakara feints the counter takedown.
Squirrelly has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID290K) in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Nakara closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Squirrelly did well to prevent Nakara getting side control.
Squirrelly keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nakara has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nakara landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nakara lands strikes from half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Squirrelly is trying to stand up here but Nakara is controlling him well.
Nakara is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Squirrelly has hold of Nakara's hands but Nakara slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nakara looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Squirrelly with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ES#
Squirrelly has one foot on Nakara's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Squirrelly sprawls well. Squirrelly wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nakara gets slowly back to his feet.
Squiggy Squirrelly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara.
Squirrelly lands a head shot.#T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Squirrelly darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nakara.
Nakara bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nakara tries to score a power double leg takedown but Squirrelly sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nakara somewhat.
Squiggy Squirrelly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Squirrelly lands a jab to the nose.#TD2#
Nakara shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Nakara drops an elbow to the side of Squirrelly's head.
Nakara working over Squirrelly with some ground and pound. Squirrelly looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Squirrelly tries to kick Nakara off but Nakara keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Nakara working Squirrelly over with strikes. #T2#
Squirrelly is trying to control but can't.
Squirrelly looks like he's trying to stand up.
Squirrelly is breathing heavily.
Nice strikes from Nakara there.
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!
Nakara is nestled in close to Squirrelly, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ground and pound from Nakara.
Ground and pound from Nakara.
Nakara slips a nice elbow through Squirrelly's hands, connecting with Squirrelly's forehead.
Nakara looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Squirrelly with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nakara winds up and cracks Squirrelly with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Nakara lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nakara drops an elbow to the side of Squirrelly's head.
Nakara is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Squirrelly looks like he's trying to stand up.
Nakara looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#ROC2#
Squirrelly is rocked!
Nakara working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Oh Squirrelly is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Nakara lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Squirrelly quite badly. Squirrelly pulls Nakara in close trying to recover. Nakara postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Squirrelly on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Squirrelly doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tebato Nakara!
During a confident post fight interview, Tebato Nakara thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: KAMIKAZE 51: Never Too Late
Date: Sep 15, 2017

#R1#
Escrima defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nakara.#TD2#
Nakara drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Escrima tries to bench press Nakara off him but Nakara keeps the position.
Escrima is working hard here to advance position.
Nakara creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Escrima tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nakara wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Escrima manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Nakara looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Escrima pushes past his half guard into mount!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Escrima is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Nakara to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Nakara shrugs it off.
Nakara is desperately trying to improve his position but Escrima has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Escrima jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Nakara manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Nakara is looking to regain half guard here but Escrima keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Escrima is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nakara is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB#
Escrima is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nakara knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Escrima is trying to get an arm triangle but Nakara is defending well.
Nakara sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Escrima is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Escrima pulls his head out easily. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Escrima is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nakara defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Escrima is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Escrima is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nakara sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Escrima is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakara doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Escrima. #SUB#
Escrima seems to be looking for submissions. #T3#
Nakara won't allow Escrima to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Escrima moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Nakara.#SUB#
Escrima is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nakara knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Escrima tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Nakara tries to improve position but can't.
Nakara is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Escrima is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakara doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Escrima. #T4##SUB#
Escrima is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nakara has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Escrima is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Escrima is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakara doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Escrima.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Miguel Escrima dominated that round.
That's time! Escrima's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Escrima throws a hook but Nakara avoids it easily.#TD2#
Escrima gets caught napping as Nakara dives in and scores a takedown. Escrima manages to retain guard.#SUB#
Escrima has his foot on Nakara's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nakara works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Nakara avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Escrima working for a triangle but Nakara defends it easily.
Nakara working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Escrima's head.
Nakara is working Escrima over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Escrima preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Escrima looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Escrima escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nakara gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Escrima looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nakara stands up over Escrima, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
Nakara distracts Escrima with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Escrima looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nakara with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nakara working some strikes from top position.
Escrima lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB#
Escrima drops back looking for a leg! Nakara is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nakara manages to kick Escrima off! Escrima jumps back into Nakara's guard. #SUB2#
Nakara is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Escrima tries to free his leg and advance position but Nakara is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Nakara throws his legs up looking for a submission but Escrima uses it to pass to side control.
Nakara is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Escrima is trying to work for a kimura but Nakara is defending well. #SUB2#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2##SUB2#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Escrima pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Escrima pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Escrima seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Escrima is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Escrima is looking for a kimura but Nakara is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Escrima to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Escrima is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Escrima is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T3##SUB#
Escrima is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nakara has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Escrima pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Escrima is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakara doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Escrima. #SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
Miguel Escrima overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Escrima is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nakara defends it well. #SUB2#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Escrima pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Escrima is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakara doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Escrima. #SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Nakara is defending against the submission attempts here by Escrima.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Tebato Nakara will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Nakara looks for a takedown but Escrima sprawls well.
Escrima throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nakara fails to land the takedown.
Nakara dives in for a single leg takedown but Escrima sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Miguel Escrima has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara.
Nakara shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Escrima counters with a thumping low kick.
Tebato Nakara is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Escrima throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nakara shoots in for a double leg but Escrima sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nakara goes for a double leg but Escrima avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Escrima continues to drive forward.
Escrima is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Escrima misses.
Nakara ducks right into an uppercut from Escrima.
Nakara fails to land the takedown.
Nakara takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Escrima misses with a hook.#T1#
Escrima swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nakara fails with the takedown
letting Escrima counter with a right hand.
A big left from Escrima misses.
Nakara changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Escrima.
Nakara doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nakara takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Escrima scores with the left hand. Nakara knows he should have avoided that one.
Nakara staying out of range there.
Nakara goes for a double leg but Escrima avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Escrima continues to drive forward.
Nakara shoots in looking for a takedown. Escrima tries to sprawl out of it but Nakara keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Escrima manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nakara on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T2#
Escrima throws out a loose jab but Nakara uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Nakara shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Escrima's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Escrima is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Escrima has his feet on Nakara's thighs here. He's pushed Nakara off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Nakara screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Miguel Escrima!
Miguel Escrima retains his welterweight title!
Our winner, Miguel Escrima, 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: KAMIKAZE 40: Prison
Date: Jul 23, 2017

#R1#
Constantine misses with a straight right. #TD2#
Nakara feints and as Constantine raises his hands in defense, Nakara changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Nakara with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nakara postures up.
Constantine working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nakara.
Nakara throws a big elbow that misses.
Nakara throws a big right hand that misses.
Nakara postures up in Constantine's guard and throws a big left but Constantine blocks it.
Nakara is fighting to break Constantine's control of his arms but Constantine is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nakara's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nakara chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakara throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Constantine works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nakara scoring with some ground and pound.
Nakara postures up in Constantine's guard and throws a big left but Constantine blocks it.
Nakara missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nakara landing some decent shots from guard. #T1#
Constantine wants to get back to his feet but Nakara is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakara throws a big elbow that misses.
Nakara working some strikes from top position.
Nakara throws a strike but Constantine rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Constantine controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Nakara is looking for a triangle but Constantine pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Nakara is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Constantine makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Constantine is posturing up here but Nakara has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Constantine tries to roll out but it's too tight and Constantine has to tap! Slick submission there by Nakara!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tebato Nakara!
Tebato Nakara seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 27, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Nakara closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Price's guard.#ES#
Price has his feet on Nakara's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #TD2#
Nakara scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Nakara in side control, throwing shots but Price defends.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nakara working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Nakara scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Price to see if he's OK.
Price tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Price on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Price managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Nakara.
The strikes coming from Nakara are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Nakara grinds an elbow into Price's temple.
Nakara is chipping away with strikes.
Price avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Nakara.
Price holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Price might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nakara looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Price is avoiding damage well.
Nakara grinds an elbow into Price's temple.
Price is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Heart Cave (8 elites, 4 double-elites, 1 triple) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T1#
Price is looking to reverse the position.
Nakara tries to score with some ground and pound. Price controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Nakara lands an elbow.
Nakara cracks Price with a big elbow.
Nakara tries to score with some ground and pound. Price controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Price takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Price sneaks back into half guard.
Nakara missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nakara throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nakara landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Price is looking to improve his position.
Nakara lands with a punch from half guard.
Nakara lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
Nakara is nestled in close to Price, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Price is trying to stand up here but Nakara is controlling him well.
Nakara looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Price with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nakara winds up and cracks Price with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nakara missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Price is looking for a sweep. Nakara is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Price taking some punishment here, with Nakara in his half guard.
Nakara not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Nakara has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nakara is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Nakara connects with a nice short shot to Price's temple.
Price taking some punishment here, with Nakara in his half guard.
Price keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nakara throwing shots but Price is blocking nicely.
Nakara frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Price throwing hammer fists to the chest of Nakara. What's that going to do exactly? #T3#
Price is in all sorts of trouble here.
Nakara putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Nakara cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Nakara is landing with some decent strikes but Price is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Nakara scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Nakara landing punches.
Nakara landing strikes, looking to finish!
Nakara in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Nakara cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #ROC2#
Price is rocked!
Price knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nakara on the ground.
Price takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Nakara's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tebato Nakara!
Tebato Nakara thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC Challengers 93
Date: May 28, 2017

#R1#
Nakara shoots and misses
and Rock counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#TD#
Nakara shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rock manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Rock wants to stand but Nakara is controlling the position.
Rock really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nakara. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rock utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rock avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nakara missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rock wants to stand and escape but Nakara is having none of it. #ES2#
Rock wriggles free and stands up.
Nakara with a poor takedown
and Rock counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Nakara thinking.
Nakara tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rock swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nakara goes for a double leg but Rock avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rock continues to drive forward.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nakara is defended easily by Rock.#T1#
Nakara with a poor takedown
and Rock cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nakara shoots in and drives through. Rock sprawls well.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rock sprawls well. Rock wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nakara gets slowly back to his feet.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nakara or perhaps it was just good defense by Rock, which made it look bad.
Nakara darts in looking for a takedown but Rock gets double underhooks and turns Nakara into the cage.
Nakara shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rock counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nakara shoots for a takedown but Rock saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rock misses with a looping right.
Nakara closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rock circles away.
Rock 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.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Rock!
Nakara with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rock counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Nakara shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Rock pinned against the cage. Rock gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rock throws a counter combo.
Nakara is breathing heavily.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt.
Rock unleashes a big counter combination but Nakara bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nakara shoots in but no luck this time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A nice side step and Rock releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nakara gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rock counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nakara with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rock connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nakara shoots in for a double leg but Rock sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nakara avoids the body shot from Rock.
Nakara shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rock counters with a left to the body. #T3#
Rock waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nakara.
Nakara shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rock counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nakara goes for a double leg but Rock avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rock continues to drive forward.
Rock scores with a nice strike.
Nakara is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rock sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nakara fails with the takedown.
Nakara shoots for a double leg takedown but Rock sprawls well. He's pushed Nakara's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt.
Rock doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nakara dives in and grabs Rock's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rock pushes down on Nakara's head and hops out.
Nakara shoots and misses
and Rock connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Rock lands a jab to the head.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rock appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nakara looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt
and Rock counters with a straight right hand.
Nakara with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rock counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rock stuns Nakara with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nakara tries for a takedown but Rock circles away easily
and Rock counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nakara takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rock scores with a nice head shot.
Rock swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Nakara.
Nakara is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rock sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nakara has a takedown stuffed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lance Rock dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Nakara takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lance Rock seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt
and Rock counters with a three punch combo that has Nakara backing up. Nakara nods at Rock to acknowledge the strikes.
Rock tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nakara was well out of range. Poor timing from Rock.
Nakara is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rock sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nakara drops his hands momentarily and Rock takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nakara takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nakara misses with a takedown
and Rock counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nakara with a poor takedown
enabling Rock to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Nakara drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#ES2#
Rock is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Nakara presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Rock lands a hook that snaps the head of Nakara backwards.
Rock gets underhooks to prevent Nakara's takedown attempt.
Rock is pressed up against the cage. Nakara has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Rock down to the mat. Rock avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Tebato Nakara is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Nakara gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rock counters with a right hand to the body.
Rock digs a good hook to Nakara's body.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt.
Rock appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rock waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nakara.
Rock has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nakara misses with a takedown
enabling Rock to counter with a crisp jab.
Nakara looks for a takedown but Rock sprawls well.
Rock let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nakara has his takedown stuffed
and Rock counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Nakara bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Rock is trying to buck Nakara off.
Nakara has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2##ES2#
Rock throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Tebato Nakara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Nakara fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nakara has his takedown stuffed
and Rock counters with a straight right hand.
Rock changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nakara takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nakara with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rock counters with a right hand to the body.
Rock comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rock jabs Nakara right on the nose. Nakara blinks but takes it well.
Nakara shoots and misses
and Rock counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nakara looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nakara looks for a takedown but Rock sprawls well.
Rock looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Nakara on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nakara fails with the takedown.
Rock now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice uppercut there from Rock.
Nakara tries for a takedown but Rock circles away easily
and Rock counters with a straight right hand.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rock as he jumps to the side.
Rock is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nakara with a body shot.
Nakara shoots and misses
and Rock counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rock swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rock as he avoids it easily.
Rock goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T4#
Nakara gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rock counters with a nice uppercut.
Good shot there by Rock.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rock digs a good hook to Nakara's body.
Nice body punch from Rock.
Nakara takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Donk. Rock catches Nakara right on the button with a cross.
Nakara tries for a takedown but Rock circles away easily
and Rock makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nakara doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Rock makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rock stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rock wants it to stay on the feet.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nakara gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Rock counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lance Rock 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
Rock scores with a jab. Nakara acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nakara shoots in but Rock avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Rock misses.
Nakara shoots in looking for a takedown. Rock tries to sprawl out of it but Nakara keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rock manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
It seemed like Rock was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nakara shoots and misses
and Rock counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nakara tries for a takedown but Rock circles away easily
and Rock counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Nakara thinking.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakara takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nakara goes for a double leg but Rock avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rock continues to drive forward.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nakara fails with the takedown
and Rock counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Nakara misses with a takedown
and Rock counters with a straight right hand.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Rock to counter with a crisp jab.
Nakara gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rock counters with a stiff right hand.
Rock scores with a jab.
Nakara has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nakara there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nakara keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rock.
Nakara misses with a takedown
and Rock counters with a three punch combo that has Nakara backing up. Nakara nods at Rock to acknowledge the strikes.
Rock stuns Nakara with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nakara tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rock sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nakara somewhat.
Rock lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lance Rock is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Rock misses with a few strikes there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nakara tries for a takedown but Rock sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Rock lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Nakara backs up against the cage.
Lance Rock is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt.
Nakara doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Rock cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nakara shoots and misses
and Rock counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rock works Nakara's body with a nice hook.
Nakara tries for a takedown but Rock circles away easily
and Rock counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nakara goes for a double leg but Rock avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rock continues to drive forward.
Rock lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tebato Nakara has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Nakara doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rock ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rock lands the left hand.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt
and Rock counters with a nice body shot.
Nakara has his takedown stuffed
enabling Rock to counter with a crisp jab.
Rock connects with a single shot there.
Nakara changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rock tries to avoid it but Nakara manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rock to the ground. Rock escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rock wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nakara tries for a takedown but Rock circles away easily
and Rock counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rock lands a jab to the head.
A big right from Rock misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nakara darts in looking for a takedown but Rock gets double underhooks and turns Nakara into the cage.
Rock swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
Nakara fails to land with a series of punches.
Left hook, right uppercut from Rock.
Nakara shoots and misses
and Rock counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt
and Rock counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nice uppercut there from Rock.
Nakara fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rock avoids it really well and circles away.
Rock throws out a counter right but Nakara avoids it with no problem.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt
and Rock counters with a three punch combo that has Nakara backing up. Nakara nods at Rock to acknowledge the strikes.
Nakara has his takedown stuffed
and Rock counters with a nice body shot.
Nakara doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nakara fails with the takedown
and Rock counters with a three punch combo that has Nakara backing up. Nakara nods at Rock to acknowledge the strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lance Rock comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rock 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 24:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 24:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 24:30

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

Event: HFC 312 Satan vs Wade II
Date: May 06, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Nakara closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Nakara lands in his opponent's guard.
Holgersson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nakara is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Holgersson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nakara defends it easily.
Nakara throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Holgersson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Holgersson 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.#SUB#
Holgersson has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Nakara should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Holgersson has tightened it up now! Nakara should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nils Holgersson!
An out of breath Nils Holgersson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 308 Shankoli vs Gruber
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
St Pierre goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Nakara darts in looking for a takedown but St Pierre gets double underhooks and turns Nakara into the cage. #TD#
Nakara scores with a takedown into St Pierre's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Nakara's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakara lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nakara chips away with some ground and pound.
Nakara throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nakara working some strikes from top position.
Nakara postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
St Pierre escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nakara gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Nakara in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
St Pierre trying to control the position.
Nakara throwing strikes but missing.
St Pierre controls Nakara momentarily but Nakara frees himself. #SUB2#
St Pierre has his foot on Nakara's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nakara works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Nakara lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nakara in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nakara throws a strike but St Pierre rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
St Pierre has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Nakara to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! St Pierre is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Nakara pulls down on the head and he's put St Pierre to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Tebato Nakara!
After winning the bout, Tebato Nakara thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

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

#R1#
Stenson slaps away a takedown attempt from Nakara, before circling back to the center of the mat.
No luck for Nakara with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Stenson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Nakara's half guard.#SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stenson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stenson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stenson pulls his head out easily. #SU2#
Stenson decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Stenson stuns Nakara with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Stenson as he avoids it easily.
Stenson with the counter takedown but Nakara avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenson throws a leg kick that misses.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And Stenson tries to counter it with a takedown but Nakara pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nakara tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Stenson defends well and Nakara ends up having to push Stenson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Stenson with the counter takedown but Nakara avoids it easily.
Stenson wants to slow Nakara down by chopping away at his legs. #TD#
Nakara 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stenson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1#
Nakara is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Stenson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stenson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nakara lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nakara being controlled here momentarily.
Stenson trying to keep a closed guard but Nakara is proving a slippery customer.
Nakara throwing strikes from guard but Stenson blocks nicely.
Stenson looking for a sweep. Not yet Stenson, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Nakara connects with a couple of short punches.
Nakara scoring with some ground and pound.
Nakara has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Nakara throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nakara trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nakara stopping the sweep attempt from Stenson.
Nakara with a flurry of punches that miss.
Stenson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nakara with a flurry of punches that miss.
Stenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Stenson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nakara lands a couple of digs.
Nakara throws a big right hand that misses.
Nakara working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Nakara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Stenson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Nakara chips away with some ground and pound.
Nakara is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Stenson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Stenson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nakara.
Nakara throws a big elbow that misses.
Nakara throwing strikes from guard but Stenson blocks nicely.
Nakara postures up.
Nakara is working Stenson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Stenson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Nakara throws a strike but Stenson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Nakara looking for a guillotine here but Stenson defends easily. #SUB#
Nakara has an active guard here but Stenson has managed to pass into half guard. #T4##SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stenson is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #SUB#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SU2#
Stenson stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Stenson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nakara takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Stenson throws a leg kick which misses Nakara's front leg but catches the back leg as Nakara tries to avoid it.
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!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nakara.
Stenson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A swing and a miss from Stenson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Stenson as he jumps to the side.
Stenson connects with a nice looking jab.
Stenson throws a solid leg kick but Nakara takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Stenson.
Stenson takes a swing at Nakara's ribcage but misses.
Stenson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#TD#
Nakara looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Stenson!
Nakara tries to score with some ground and pound. Stenson controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Nakara working the ground and pound.
Stenson gets back to half guard.
Nakara slips a nice elbow through Stenson's hands, connecting with Stenson's forehead.
Nakara throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Nakara missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Stenson tries to roll over but Nakara keeps him under control.
Nakara throws a strike but Stenson avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nakara is looking to work some ground and pound but Stenson has wrist control.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Stenson has control of Nakara's left arm, preventing Nakara from doing any damage.
Nakara postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nakara in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nakara with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nakara missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nakara won't allow Stenson to sweep him here.
Stenson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nakara manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Stenson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Nakara is looking for a triangle but Stenson pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Nakara has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Stenson is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Nakara.
Nakara manages to work his way to half guard, despite Stenson's best efforts.#T2#
Stenson wants to get back to his feet.
Nakara regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Stenson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nakara has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stenson has managed to get both his arms back between Nakara's legs - danger averted.
Nakara has a closed guard, preventing Stenson from standing up. #SUB#
Nakara has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stenson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Nakara is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Stenson wanted to stand there but Nakara had control of the position. #SUB#
Nakara working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stenson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stenson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Stenson wants to stand but Nakara has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB#
Stenson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nakara has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stenson has managed to get both his arms back between Nakara's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Nakara has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stenson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Nakara looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Stenson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nakara has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stenson has managed to get both his arms back between Nakara's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Nakara working for a triangle but Stenson defends it easily.
Stenson tries to stand but Nakara is controlling from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU2#
Stenson gets to his feet. Nakara looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Nakara shoots for a double leg takedown but Stenson sprawls well. He's pushed Nakara's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Stenson misses with a low kick as Nakara jumps back.
Good exchange - Stenson coming out on top.
Stenson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tebato Nakara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakara tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Stenson defends well and Nakara ends up having to push Stenson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Stenson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nakara is trying to defend but Stenson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Stenson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Nakara.
Nakara is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Stenson tries to stand and escape but Nakara is controlling the position. #SU2#
Stenson gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Henrik Stenson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Nakara's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Nakara stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stenson.
Stenson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A leg kick checked by Nakara.
Stenson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nakara shoots in looking for a takedown but Stenson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nakara's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tebato Nakara. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Stenson.#TD#
Nakara bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Stenson is looking to regain half guard here but Nakara keeps moving and retains side control.
I wouldn't like to be where Stenson is right now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Stenson manages to get back to half guard.
Tebato Nakara overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nakara thows a huge punch but Stenson dodges it nicely.
Nakara thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stenson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Stenson.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nakara accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Stenson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nakara throws a big right hand that misses.
Stenson looking for a sweep. Not yet Stenson, not yet.
Stenson is adopting a defensive guard.
Nakara in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Stenson controlling Nakara's posture.
Nakara content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Stenson holds on and takes a little breather.
Nakara is working Stenson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Nakara advances position into side control!
Stenson struggling a bit here.#T2#
Stenson tries to buck Nakara off but Nakara is having none of it.
Stenson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Nakara off and has taken his back!
Nakara can't escape the position. #SU2#
What's going on here? Stenson has decided to give up on the ground game despite having his opponent's back!
Stenson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Stenson lands a leg kick that knocks Nakara off balance momentarily.
Nice defenses there by Nakara.
Stenson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stenson looks to land a combination but Nakara avoids it well.
Nice takedown defense from Stenson. No joy for Nakara on that attempt.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown but Stenson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nakara has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Stenson counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SU2#
Stenson stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
And Stenson tries to counter it with a takedown but Nakara pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Nakara on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Stenson. Stenson obviously looking to wear him down.
Tebato Nakara has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
An inside leg kick from Stenson misses.
Nakara dives in for a single leg takedown but Stenson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Stenson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nakara fails with a takedown attempt.
Stenson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Stenson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Stenson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nakara to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Stenson controlling the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nakara accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nakara postures up in Stenson's guard and throws a big left but Stenson blocks it.
Stenson is pulling down on Nakara's head. It's preventing any offense from Nakara, at least for the moment.#T4#
Stenson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Stenson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nakara's guard. #REVB#
Stenson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Nakara is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Nakara looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Stenson has picked Nakara up and slammed him! Nakara can't keep hold of the triangle and Stenson manages to pass to side control!
Nakara manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stenson is controlling Nakara's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Stenson is trying to control but can't.
Stenson controlling the position for now.
Stenson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Henrik Stenson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nakara lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Henrik Stenson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Stenson 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: HFC 301 Yiftos vs Satan II
Date: Feb 17, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Nakara closes the distance and clinches.
Nakara lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nakara misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nakara lands a shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nakara.
Nakara lands a shoulder strike.
Jaxee wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Nakara misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jaxee is trying to force a seperation but Nakara has the dominant position.
Nakara misses with some punches.
Nakara lands an uppercut.
Jaxee tries to break the clinch but Nakara is controlling the position.
Jaxee wants to break free but Nakara has control.
Jaxee wants to stall.
Nakara throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jaxees head.
Jaxee blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nakara tries to throw a body punch but Jaxee avoids it by throwing Nakara back against the cage.
Jaxee blocking some punches.
Nakara lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Jaxee.
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!
Nakara fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nakara lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jaxee backwards. #T1#
Jaxee is trying to force a seperation but Nakara has the dominant position.
Jaxee blocks an uppercut.
Nakara blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nakara.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jaxee.
Nakara misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jaxee blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nakara can't find room to land a body shot as Jaxee controls the action.
Jaxee content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Jaxee blocking some punches.
Jaxee wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Nakara's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jaxee tries to circle away but Nakara has him pinned against the cage.
Jaxee lands a right hand.
Jaxee lands a right hand.
Nakara scores with a shoulder strike.
Jaxee's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Nakara fails to land.
Nakara misses with some punches.
Jaxee blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nakara.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A frustrated look appears on Jaxee's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nakara scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Jaxee breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nakara closes the distance but Jaxee moves to the side
and Jaxee counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Nakara fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jaxee, pushing him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Nakara.
Jaxee wants to get back to striking at distance but Nakara won't allow it.
Nakara gets through Jaxee's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nakara misses with a body punch.
Nakara misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Jaxee breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Nakara has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nakara throws a head punch that misses.
Nakara prevents Jaxee from breaking the clinch.
Nakara tries to throw a body punch but Jaxee avoids it by throwing Nakara back against the cage.
Jaxee blocks an uppercut.
Nakara swings wildly with an uppercut but Jaxee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakara swings wildly with an uppercut but Jaxee uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Nakara doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jaxee looking to stall.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nakara.
Nakara pushes Jaxee back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nakara swings wildly with an uppercut but Jaxee uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Jaxee escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jaxee misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Nakara gets a clinch.
Nakara lands with a right to the head.
Jaxee jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Nakara walks away with a smile on his face. Jaxee gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Jaxee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nakara.
Nakara wants to clinch up but Jaxee keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Nakara moves into range and clinches up with Jaxee.
A shot in the inside from Nakara.
Nakara keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Jaxee's efforts to push away.#BC#
Jaxee breaks the clinch. #T4##CL2#
Jaxee gets tackled into the cage by Nakara. Nakara maintains the clinch.
Nakara misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nakara fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Jaxee breaks the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jaxee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nakara moves away.
Jaxee fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nakara looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
Nakara moves into the clinch successfully.
Jaxee tries to circle away but Nakara has him pinned against the cage.
Nakara lands a body punch.
Nakara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nakara swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nakara can't find room to land a body shot as Jaxee controls the action.
Nakara lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jaxee wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Nakara has him pressed against the cage.
Nakara misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nakara.
Jaxee takes a shot to the head.
Jaxee can't break the clinch.
Nakara tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jaxee lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tebato Nakara dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Nakara has managed to clinch. #BC#
Jaxee manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Nakara rushes Jaxee and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Jaxee misses with a punch on the inside.
Nakara has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nakara lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jaxee wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jaxee has had enough of the clinch but Nakara keeps him there for the moment.
Nakara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jaxee wants to get back to striking at distance but Nakara won't allow it.
Nakara can't find room to land a body shot as Jaxee controls the action.
Nakara letting Jaxee take a breather here.
Still in the clinch, Jaxee scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nakara blocks a body shot from Jaxee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jaxee has a couple of punches blocked by Nakara.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jaxee.
Jaxee trying to control the position but instead, Nakara has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jaxee into the cage.
Nakara misses with a punch on the inside.
Jaxee blocking some punches. #T1#
Nakara misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jaxee blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jaxee blocks an uppercut.
Tebato Nakara seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nakara has a couple of punches blocked by Jaxee.
Nakara pushes Jaxee back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jaxee is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Jaxee tries to break free but Nakara pushes him back against the cage.
Nakara has a couple of punches blocked by Jaxee.
Nakara softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right from Nakara.
A short right from Nakara.
Jaxee lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jaxee working aggressively here.
Jaxee is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Nakara to keep the fight standing.
Nakara working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#TD#
Jaxee jumps into guard, dragging Nakara to the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Nakara is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Jaxee is trying to control the position from the bottom.
My spies in Rabid Dog inform me that Nakara has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Nakara passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Nakara tries for a kimura but Jaxee is defending well. #SUB2#
Nakara working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Nakara tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Nakara thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Nakara is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jaxee knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3##SUB2#
Nakara is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jaxee has escaped the position, nice work there.
Jaxee gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Jaxee is defending against the submission attempts here by Nakara. #SUB2#
Nakara is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jaxee is just riding it out for now. Nakara eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Nakara is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jaxee is just riding it out for now. Nakara eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Jaxee slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jaxee controlling Nakara's posture.
Nakara trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jaxee can't keep his opponent in guard - Nakara advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Jaxee trying to control but Nakara postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Nakara is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Nakara is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jaxee sees it coming and defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tebato Nakara 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! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Jaxee throws a body punch but Nakara moves out of range.
Nakara wants to clinch up but Jaxee keeps it at a distance.
Jaxee listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jaxee lands a body shot.
Nakara tries to clinch up but Jaxee circles away and keeps his distance.
Nakara fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nakara fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nakara darts in trying to clinch
and Jaxee counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Nakara clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nakara.
Jaxee lands a nice uppercut.
Nakara lands a body punch in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in the clinch, Jaxee scores with a nice short uppercut.#TD#
Jaxee pulls guard effortlessly.
This has been an exciting period of action!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jaxee is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jaxee trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB2#
Nakara looking for a guillotine here but Jaxee defends easily.
Nakara keeping moving, preventing Jaxee from controlling successfully.
Jaxee not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Nakara is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jaxee is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Nakara throws his legs up looking for a submission but Jaxee uses it to pass to side control.
Jaxee tries to advance to mount but can't.
Nakara is trying to get back to half guard.
Nakara is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jaxee off and has taken his back!#T2#
Jaxee manages to reverse the position and now he's in Nakara's guard. Nice work there by Jaxee. #SUB2#
Nakara working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jaxee doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Nakara is tightening it up a little... Jaxee has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Jaxee reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Jaxee taps out! Nice BJJ there by Nakara!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tebato Nakara!
Tebato Nakara thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 296 Klitschko vs Wade
Date: Jan 14, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Nakara fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lee sprawls well initially but Nakara persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Nakara 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#
Nakara is working for a kimura but Lee is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Nakara is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lee is just riding it out for now. Nakara eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Nakara wants to work for an arm triangle but Lee is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Nakara is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T1##SUB2#
Nakara is working for a kimura but Lee is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Nakara seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Lee has recovered full guard.
Nakara wants to pass the guard but Lee is keeping the position.
Nakara stopping the sweep attempt from Lee.
Lee has Nakara pulled in close to control his posture.
Lee is trying to keep Nakara in close. #SUB2#
Nakara drops back, looking for a kneebar! Lee looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Lee looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Lee! #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lee trying to control the action but Nakara is working from the bottom.
Nakara tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lee taking a breather here.
Nakara sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Lee is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nakara defends it well.
Lee is looking to take a break and control but Nakara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lee is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Nakara is looking to improve his position.
Nakara is refusing to be controlled, as Lee sits in half guard. #SUB#
Lee is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Nakara looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lee thows a huge punch but Nakara dodges it nicely.
We've been informed that Nakara has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB2#
Nakara actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nakara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Nakara is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lee pulls his head out easily. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lee sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nakara is trying to get back to full guard.
Nakara moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Nakara is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lee stands and throws Nakara's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nakara tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lee is looking to take a break and control but Nakara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tebato Nakara will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Lee fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nakara dives in for a single leg takedown but Lee sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nakara closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lee circles away.
Lee dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nakara.
Nakara misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Lee to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#
It looks like Tebato Nakara has been cut.
Lewis Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown but Lee shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nakara will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nakara has a takedown stuffed.
Lee displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nakara.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee punishes Nakara's body with a nice straight punch.
Nakara is breathing heavily.
Lee throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nakara is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Lee scores with a nice strike.
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!
Nakara shoots in looking for a takedown. Lee tries to sprawl out of it but Nakara keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lee manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lee is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nakara can do to turn this around?#T1#
Nakara ducks right into an uppercut from Lee.
Lee stuffs the takedown attempt from Nakara. Nakara gets slowly back to his feet.
Lee slaps away a takedown attempt from Nakara, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nakara doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Lee counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nakara walks into a straight right hand from Lee.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lee but Lee pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lee takes a swing at Nakara's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Lee has Nakara up against the cage in a clinch.
Lee makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nakara misses with a body punch. #T2#
Lee trying to land knees to the body.
Lee blocks an uppercut.
Lee lands an elbow inside that Nakara shrugs off.
Lee takes a shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nakara misses with a body punch.
Lee prevents a body shot from Nakara.
Nakara takes a shot to the head.
Nakara fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nakara blocking some punches.
Nakara lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, Lee scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lee scores with a shoulder strike.
Lee blocks a body shot from Nakara.
Nakara being controlled against the cage.
Lee throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nakaras head. #ROC#
Nakara is rocked!
Lee misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nakara misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lee is looking to control Nakara's arms but Nakara gets an underhook and turns him. Now Lee has his back to the cage.
Lee digs a right hand underneath Nakara's ribcage. Nakara let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T3#
Lee is looking to control Nakara's arms but Nakara gets an underhook and turns him. Now Lee has his back to the cage.
Lee can't find room to land a body shot as Nakara controls the action.
Lee lands a nice uppercut.
Lee goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nakara throws a head punch that misses.
Nice body punch from Lee - that landed with a thud.
Lee blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lee lands an uppercut.
Lee has a couple of punches blocked by Nakara.
A right hook to the body lands for Lee.
Nakara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lee working aggressively here.
Nakara's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lee swings wildly with an uppercut but Nakara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lee lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nakara backwards.
Lee throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nakaras head.
Nakara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lee blocks a body shot from Nakara. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nakara.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A right hand to the body from Lee.
Lee scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nakara misses with a punch on the inside.
Lee blocking some punches.
Nakara misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Nakara fails to land.
A short right from Nakara.
Lee lands an elbow inside that Nakara shrugs off.
Nakara's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nakara is still on wobbly legs! Can Lee finish him?
Lee misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nakara seems to have recovered his senses.
Lee lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nakara swings wildly with an uppercut but Lee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lee misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Lee.
Nakara lands a nice uppercut.
Lee throws a punch but it's blocked by Nakara.
Lee is trying to maintain a safe position but Nakara gets an underhook and turns Lee into the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lee.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lewis Lee dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tebato Nakara'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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nakara dives in for a single leg takedown but Lee sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lee was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lee looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lee throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nakara stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tebato Nakara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakara shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lee as he avoids it easily.
Lee appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
No luck for Nakara with that takedown attempt.
Lewis Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tebato Nakara.
Nakara fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lee avoids it really well and circles away.
Lee is looking to counter punch.
Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Nakara is just out of range.
Lee lunges at Nakara with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nakara's hand.
Nakara fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Nakara takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nakara misses with a punch to the body.
Lee throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nakaras head. #CUT#
That has opened up Tebato Nakara's cut even more.
Lee working aggressively here. #T1#
Lee throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nakaras head.
Lee misses with a body punch.
Lee looking to stall.
Nakara's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lee blocks an uppercut.
Lee gets through Nakara's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lee lands a body shot.
Lee lands a big right hand that drops Nakara! The killer instinct kicks in and Lee finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Lee!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lewis Lee!
A very excited looking Lewis Lee 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: HFC 294 Derksen vs Matthews 3
Date: Dec 31, 2016

#R1##CL#
Dirt has managed to clinch.
Nakara lands a shoulder strike.
Dirt throws a head punch that misses.
Nakara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nakara.
Nakara tries to throw a body punch but Dirt avoids it by throwing Nakara back against the cage.
Nakara blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nakara gets through Dirt's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dirt misses with the head strike.
Dirt blocks an uppercut.
Dirt blocking some punches.
A short left from Nakara.
Dirt tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dirt misses with a punch on the inside.
Dirt misses with some punches.
Nakara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nakara blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nakara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dirt blocks an uppercut.
Dirt throws a head punch that misses.
Nakara tries a body shot but Dirt blocks it.
Dirt throws a punch but it's blocked by Nakara.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dirt throws a punch but it's blocked by Nakara.
Nakara stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nakara tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dirt lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Dirt blocks an uppercut.
Nakara lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nakara gets through Dirt's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nakara looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nakara blocking some punches.
Dirt working aggressively here.
Nakara throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dirts head.
Nakara swings wildly with an uppercut but Dirt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakara fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dirt prevents a body shot from Nakara.
Dirt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nakara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nakara misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nakara.
Dirt takes a shot to the head.
Dirt scores with a shot to the side of Nakara's head.
Nakara lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dirt backwards.
Dirt misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nakara lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nakara has a couple of punches blocked by Dirt.
Nakara misses with a punch on the inside.
Nakara lands with a short shot to the head.
Dirt fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Dirt misses with a punch on the inside.
Nakara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dirt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Dirt fails to land.
Nakara lands a nice uppercut.
Dirt misses with the head strike.
Nakara misses with a punch on the inside.
Nakara swings wildly with an uppercut but Dirt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dirt swings wildly with an uppercut but Nakara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nakara swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nakara lands with a left to the head.
Dirt misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dirt creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dirt misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dirt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dirt lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dirt lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nakara backwards.
Nakara is leaning against Dirt and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Nakara throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dirts head.
Dirt fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Dirt lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nakara backwards.
Dirt has a couple of punches blocked by Nakara.
Dirt blocks an uppercut.
Nakara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dirt.
Nakara lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nakara lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dirt misses with some punches.
Nakara throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dirts head.
Dirt misses with some punches.
Nakara's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dirt scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nakara misses with the head strike.
Nakara tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nakara lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dirt or not.
Dirt prevents a body shot from Nakara.
Nakara digs a right hand underneath Dirt's ribcage. Dirt let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short uppercut from Dirt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nakara.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nakara.
Nakara lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Dirt on the inside. #T4#
Nakara pushes Dirt back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nakara misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nakara goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dirt misses with the head strike.
Nakara working aggressively here.
Nakara struggles to land a body shot inside as Dirt controls his hands.
Nakara working aggressively here.
Dirt swings wildly with an uppercut but Nakara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakara doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nakara lands a nice uppercut.
A short right from Nakara.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nakara.
Nakara can't find room to land a body shot as Dirt controls the action.
Dirt swings wildly with an uppercut but Nakara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakara tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nakara tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nakara blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nakara can't find room to land a body shot as Dirt controls the action.
Dirt misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nakara.
Dirt blocks a body shot from Nakara.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tebato Nakara dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Nakara tries to keep at a distance but Dirt has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dirt lands a left hand.
Tebato Nakara seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nakara fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dirt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dirt throws a punch but it's blocked by Nakara.
Nakara misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nakara scores with a hook to the body.
Nakara swings wildly with an uppercut but Dirt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dirt lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nakara lands a body shot in the clinch.
Dirt misses with the head strike.
A short right from Nakara.
A left hand lands to the body for Nakara.
Nakara tries to throw a body punch but Dirt avoids it by throwing Nakara back against the cage.
Nakara blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dirt has a couple of punches blocked by Nakara.
Dirt misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nakara swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nakara throws a punch but it's blocked by Dirt.
Nakara misses with a punch on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nakara lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
Nakara gets through Dirt's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nakara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nakara swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dirt swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dirt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dirt misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nakara blocking some punches.
Dirt misses with a punch on the inside.
Nakara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nakara doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dirt has a couple of punches blocked by Nakara.
Nakara swings wildly with an uppercut but Dirt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nakara makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nakara lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dirt misses with some punches.
Nakara misses with a punch to the body.
Dirt misses with a punch on the inside.
Dirt throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nakaras head.
Dirt blocking some punches.
Dirt tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dirt misses with the head strike.
Nakara misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dirt.
Nakara blocks an uppercut.
Dirt has a couple of punches blocked by Nakara.
Nakara scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dirt tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nakara doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from Dirt.
Dirt scores with a shot to the side of Nakara's head.
Dirt lands a shoulder strike.
Nakara misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dirt misses with a punch on the inside.
Dirt misses with a punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Nakara.
Dirt misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Nakara fails to land.
Dirt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dirt throws a head punch that misses.
Dirt misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dirt throws a head punch that misses.
Dirt throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nakara.
Nakara doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T3#
Dirt misses with the head strike.
Nakara blocks an uppercut.
Dirt misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dirt throws a punch but it's blocked by Nakara.
Nakara tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A hook to the body from Nakara.
Dirt prevents a body shot from Nakara.
Dirt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dirt lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nakara backwards.
Nakara lands with a right to the head.
Dirt blocking some punches.
Nakara swings wildly with an uppercut but Dirt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dirt working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dirt.
A short right from Dirt on the inside.
Dirt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dirt throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nakara.
Nakara throws a head punch that misses.
Nakara misses with some punches.
Nakara blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Nakara doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dirt.
Dirt misses with the head strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dirt misses with the head strike.
Nakara doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dirt tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nakara scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nakara misses with the head strike.
Nakara scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nakara is working Dirt over against the cage.
A short right from Nakara.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nakara.
A head punch on the inside from Nakara fails to land.
Nakara misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dirt prevents a body shot from Nakara.
Dirt throws a head punch that misses.
Nakara lands with a short shot to the head.
Dirt misses with a punch on the inside.
Dirt throws a punch but it's blocked by Nakara.
Dirt swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nakara tries to work over Dirt's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dirt lands a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Joe Dirt will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Nakara is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dirt's half guard.
Dirt punching from the bottom. #SUB2#
Nakara is trying to work for a kimura but Dirt is defending well.
Dirt tries to roll over but Nakara keeps him under control.
Dirt is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Nakara is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dirt doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nakara.
Dirt punching from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Nakara is looking for a kimura but Dirt is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Nakara to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Nakara is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dirt tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #SUB2#
Nakara is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1##SUB2#
Nakara is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dirt doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nakara.
Nakara blocks the strikes from Dirt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dirt tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #SUB2#
Nakara seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Dirt is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tebato Nakara!
During a confident post fight interview, Tebato Nakara thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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