Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: KAMIKAZE 80: House of Pain
Date: Feb 16, 2018

#R1#
Hammouche takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Good exchange - Shannon coming out on top.
Shannon throws a jab but it's blocked by Hammouche.
Shannon throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A big right from Hammouche misses.
Shannon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hammouche stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Shannon lands a hook that stumbles Hammouche back into the cage. Shannon follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Hammouche to the canvas! Shannon pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Hammouche has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Mike Shannon!
After winning the bout, Mike Shannon thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: KAMIKAZE Kickboxing 3: Champs
Date: Nov 27, 2017

#R1#
Hammouche connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Raban's hands.#KD2#
Raban looks low and kicks high, catching Hammouche right on the side of the head, sending him crashing to the canvas! Will he be able to beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's already back to his feet and ready to go! Let's see if he's still with it!#CUT2#
It looks like Djamel Hammouche has been cut.
Raban bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hammouche blocks a head kick by Raban.
Raban takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hammouche has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hammouche lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT#
It looks like James Raban has been cut.
Raban slips a straight right by Hammouche.
Raban looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Raban punishes Hammouche's body with a nice straight punch.
Hammouche walks into a left hand.
Hammouche misses with a double jab.
Hammouche connects with a crisp jab.
Raban throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hammouche lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Raban fails with an attempt to clinch.
Raban moves away from the strike by Hammouche.
Raban moves out of range as Hammouche strikes.
Hammouche drops his guard momentarily, allowing Raban to crack him with a picture perfect lead left hook! Boom! Down goes Hammouche! Oh, he's in big trouble - I don't like his chances here as the referee's count reaches 5. 6,7,8,9...10! He's out! Raban takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). James Raban!
James Raban took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: KAMIKAZE 48: Hard Work
Date: Aug 27, 2017

#R1#
Adrian lands a nice looking body kick.
Adrian comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hammouche fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Adrian checks it well.
Hammouche takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL2#
Adrian clinches up with Hammouche and pushes him back against the cage.
Adrian working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Adrian is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hammouche is defending well for now.
Hammouche tries for a takedown but Adrian manages to get underhooks.
Hammouche tries to circle away but Adrian has him pinned against the cage.
Adrian tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hammouche has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Adrian scores with a hook to the body.
Adrian displaying some good clinch control by pressing Hammouche up against the cage.
Adrian lands with a left to the head.
Adrian creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Hammouche with a big uppercut! Hammouche tries to clinch up but Adrian pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Hammouche to the mat! Hammouche covers up and Adrian unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Yo Adrian!
After winning the bout, Yo Adrian thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: KAMIKAZE 41: Guns
Date: Jul 28, 2017

#R1#
Hammouche with a hook.
Hammouche throws a right and a left that both miss.
Good exchange - Meida coming out on top.
Meida jabs Hammouche right on the nose. Hammouche blinks but takes it well.
Hammouche misses with a wild combination.
Meida avoids a punch combination nicely.
Meida cracks Hammouche with a good jab.
Hammouche swinging wildly here.
Meida will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Meida showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hammouche.
Meida listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Thiago Meida seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hammouche throws a hook to the side of Meida's head but Meida sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It seemed like Meida was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Meida takes a jab right on the kisser.
Meida looks to throw the jab but Hammouche is out of range.
Hammouche misses with a low kick as Meida jumps back.
Hammouche swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Hammouche finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hammouche has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Meida ducks under a wild hook from Hammouche.
Hammouche misses with a looping left.
Meida moves away from the strike by Hammouche.
Hammouche throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hammouche swings for the body but Meida moves out of range.
Hammouche takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Meida scores with a nice strike.
Meida tests Hammouche's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hammouche takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Meida thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from Hammouche misses.
Hammouche takes one to the chin there.
Hammouche throws the left hand but Meida avoids the punch easily.
Meida slips under a jab.
Meida lands a nice shot that snaps Hammouche's head back. #ROC2#
Hammouche is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Meida engages and cracks Hammouche with a massive lead left hook - Hammouche tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Meida is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Thiago Meida!
A victorious Thiago Meida thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: KAMIKAZE 32: Lost
Date: Jun 25, 2017

#R1#
Hammouche misses with a body shot
and Arnaboldi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hammouche lands a lovely overhand right.
Hammouche gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Arnaboldi gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Hammouche is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Huberto Arnaboldi !

Event: KAMIKAZE 29: Goodnight
Date: Jun 18, 2017

#R1#
Bullocks fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hammouche has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Bullocks misses with a wild body shot.
Hammouche ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hammouche misses with a right hand
and Bullocks counters with a nice uppercut.
Bullocks misses with a looping right.
Hammouche is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hammouche throws a low kick but Bullocks avoids it.
Hammouche ducks under a wild hook from Bullocks.
Hammouche connects with the punch.
Hammouche lands a right hook to the body.
A shot to the liver by Bullocks. Beautiful body shot.
Hammouche misses with a looping left.
Hammouche tests Bullocks's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Left hook, right uppercut from Hammouche. #CUT#
It looks like Harry Bullocks has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big left from Hammouche misses.
Hammouche avoids the body shot from Bullocks.
Hammouche throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bullocks stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bullocks slips under a jab from Hammouche.
Bullocks walks into a jab.#T1#
Bullocks on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bullocks looks to score with a jab to the body but Hammouche is just out of range.
Hammouche lands a jab to Bullocks's midsection.
Hammouche misses the jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Hammouche misses the target.
Hammouche slips under a jab from Bullocks.
Hammouche throws a jab when Bullocks was well out of range.
Hammouche scores with a leg kick.
Hammouche tries to land a leg kick but Bullocks saw it coming and moves away.
A slow jab from Bullocks misses its intended target.
Hammouche misses with a looping left.#KD2#
Bullocks lands a big head kick that sends Hammouche tumbling to the mat! Bullocks takes a step backwards and waves Hammouche back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Hammouche is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bullocks feints a jab and as Hammouche dips his head, Bullocks unleashes a brutal head kick that catches Hammouche right on the jaw! Timbeeer! Hammouche falls backwards in slow motion, only propped up by the cage! Bullocks smiles a psychotic smile as he stares down his unconscious opponent. That is a scary man.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Harry Bullocks!
A victorious Harry Bullocks thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: KAMIKAZE 26: Fast End
Date: Jun 09, 2017

#R1#
Ottelee blocks a jab.
Ottelee misses with a hook.
Hammouche fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ottelee looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've been informed that Hammouche has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Ottelee wants to clinch.
Ottelee lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Hammouche connects with a body shot that sends Ottelee's belly button to the back.
Ottelee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hammouche.
Djamel Hammouche seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ottelee tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hammouche paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ottelee throws a body punch but Hammouche moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Hammouche misses.
Hammouche throws a hook to the side of Ottelee's head but Ottelee sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ottelee ducks right into an uppercut from Hammouche. #CUT2#
It looks like Kuha Ottelee has been cut.
A combination from Hammouche does no damage.
Ottelee looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hammouche fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ottelee on the side of the head.#T1#
Hammouche misses with an uppercut.
Ottelee wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Hammouche keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hammouche with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ottelee takes one on the button.
Hammouche scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ottelee in his tracks.
Ottelee gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Ottelee uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hammouche.
Hammouche is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Ottelee looks to land a right hand but Hammouche moved out of range.
Ottelee tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hammouche has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Ottelee slips under a jab.
Ottelee tries to close the distance and clinch but Hammouche swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hammouche lands a high kick! #CUT2#
Kuha Ottelee's cut is getting worse.
Ottelee throws a hook but Hammouche avoids it easily.
Hammouche throws the left hand but Ottelee avoids the punch easily.
Ottelee tries to counter by clinching up but Hammouche breaks away and moves out of range.
Hammouche avoids the body shot from Ottelee.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ottelee has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T2#
Ottelee takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A big left from Hammouche misses.
A punch combination from Hammouche misses.
Hammouche tries to land a front kick but Ottelee steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hammouche feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ottelees jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#
Kuha Ottelee's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#KD2#
Hammouche throws a left that rocks Ottelee and follows with a right that sends him tumbling to the canvas! Hammouche dives into side control, looking to finish! Can Ottelee regain composure!
Ottelee on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ottelee tries to get out of the position.#SU2#
Hammouche stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Hammouche lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT2#
Jeez, Kuha Ottelee's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Ottelee has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hammouche.
Hammouche comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hammouche lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Djamel Hammouche!
Djamel Hammouche 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: KAMIKAZE 23: Evolve
Date: May 28, 2017

#R1#
Hammouche lands a jab to Leak's midsection.
Hammouche lands a head shot.
Hammouche swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Leak.
Leak cracks a nice hook into Hammouche's ribs.
Hammouche on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hammouche throws out a loose jab but Leak uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hammouche scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Leak swings for the body but Hammouche moves out of range. #TD2#
Leak throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hammouche tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Leak is in Hammouche's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Leak works over Hammouche with some ground and pound from guard.
Hammouche is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Leak is controlling him.
Leak not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Leak trying to control but Hammouche is working from the bottom.
Leak is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Hammouche wants to stand up but Leak is controlling him. #T1#
Leak throws a big right hand that misses.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Leak throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Leak prevents Hammouche from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Hammouche scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Leak swings for the body but Hammouche moves out of range.
Leak shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hammouche. Leak does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hammouche has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Leak slips under a jab from Hammouche.
Hammouche thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hammouche keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Hammouche connects with a right hand. Leak shakes it off.
Leak closes the distance and clinches up with Hammouche, looking for a takedown. Leak pushes Hammouche against the cage but Hammouche circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hammouche cracks Leak on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Leak falls backwards against the cage. Hammouche follows up with more strikes that drop Leak to his knees. Hammouche keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Leak! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Djamel Hammouche!
Djamel Hammouche bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Kelly Leak was interviewed post fight and said 'F$#!%'.

Event: KAMIKAZE 13: Xanax
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1#
Offley moves out of range as Hammouche strikes.
Hammouche throws the left hand but Offley avoids the punch easily.
Offley attempts a counter takedown but Hammouche avoids it well and moves away.
Hammouche scores with a nice right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Clinton Offley has been cut.#TD#
Offley gets a double leg takedown into Hammouche's guard.
Offley connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Offley 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.
Hammouche is looking to stand up but Offley isn't so interested in that idea.
Offley trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammouche wants to stand up but Offley is controlling him.
Hammouche keeping moving, preventing Offley from controlling successfully.
Offley might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Hammouche preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hammouche wants to get back to his feet but Offley is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Offley throwing strikes but missing.
Offley won't allow Hammouche to get back to his feet.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hammouche lands with a nice body kick.
Hammouche avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hammouche lands with a hook. Offley tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hammouche tries a low kick but Offley avoids it.
Hammouche darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T2#
Nice uppercut lands for Hammouche. That snapped Offley's head back.
Offley shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hammouche as he avoids it easily.
Hammouche throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hammouche scores with a nice right hand.
Hammouche scores with a jab. Offley acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A left lands for Hammouche.
We've been informed that Hammouche has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hammouche.
Hammouche has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Hammouche throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Offley counters with a nice double leg into side control. Hammouche won't be happy with that.
Offley passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Hammouche!
Hammouche's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Offley working the ground and pound effectively.
Offley definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Offley lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #T3##SUB#
Offley looking to secure an arm triangle but Hammouche defends it well.
Hammouche is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Offley looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Offley wants to control the pace but Hammouche is squirming around nicely.
Offley connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #ROC#
Hammouche is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Offley loads up with a big shot that hurts Hammouche! He's pulled Offley in close but Offley has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Hammouche survive? More strikes from Offley and Hammouche is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Clinton Offley!
Clinton Offley very nearly forgot to thank SHINTO amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: KAMIKAZE 9: Warriors
Date: Apr 14, 2017

#R1#
Nice shot by Hammouche.
No luck for Araujo with that takedown attempt. #TD#
Araujo closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hammouche's guard.
Araujo stops Hammouche from standing up.
Hammouche is looking to stand back up but Araujo counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Hammouche.
Hammouche is looking to escape.
Hammouche is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Araujo is trying to control. Hammouche wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Araujo wants to free his trapped foot but Hammouche is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hammouche is trying to stand.
Araujo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Hammouche is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Hammouche getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Araujo slips a jab and a cross from Hammouche.
Araujo misses with an uppercut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Araujo.
Araujo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hammouche.
A punch lands to the side of Araujo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Araujo staying out of range there.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Araujo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luiz Araujo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Araujo gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hammouche stops a takedown attempt from Araujo. #TD2#
Hammouche has hold of one of Araujo's legs. Araujo is fighting the takedown attempt but Hammouche gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Araujo looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Araujo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Araujo tries to strike from the bottom.
Araujo 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 has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Araujo has his foot on Hammouche's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hammouche works his way back into a safe position though.
Hammouche is looking to stand up but Araujo won't let him. #SUB#
Hammouche got a little sloppy there for a moment and Araujo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hammouche has managed to get both his arms back between Araujo's legs - danger averted.
Hammouche is looking to stand up but Araujo won't let him.
Araujo might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Araujo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SU2#
Hammouche decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Araujo, up you get!
Araujo looks for a takedown but Hammouche sprawls well.#T3#
Hammouche misses with a kick to the body.
Araujo misses with a takedown attempt - Hammouche sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hammouche works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
No joy there for Araujo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Araujo fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Araujo manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Hammouche on his heels. He'll look to pass Hammouche's guard now, I'm sure.
Araujo won't allow Hammouche to get back to his feet. #ES2#
Hammouche has his feet on Araujo's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T4#
Araujo shoots in but Hammouche avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Araujo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A little jabbing left from Hammouche on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Araujo misses with a takedown attempt
and Hammouche counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Luiz Araujo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hammouche looks to score with a jab to the body but Araujo is just out of range.#CL#
Araujo pushes Hammouche up against the cage in a clinch.
Araujo is trying to pull guard but Hammouche turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Hammouche breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Araujo dives in for a single leg takedown but Hammouche sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nice sprawl there from Hammouche as Araujo shoots in.
Araujo is breathing heavily.
Hammouche avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Araujo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hammouche finds it's way round the side to connect with Araujo's head.
Araujo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hammouche with a hook.#ROC2#
Araujo is rocked!
Araujo tries to get into range but Hammouche steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Araujo! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Hammouche scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Djamel Hammouche!
Djamel Hammouche spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: CFC 423
Date: Mar 25, 2017

#R1#
Hammouche misses with an uppercut #CL2#
and Akainu counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Akainu.
Akainu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Akainu putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Hammouche in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Akainu leaning his opponent against the cage.
Hammouche goes for a takedown in the clinch but Akainu prevents it.
Hammouche wants to take the fight to the mat but Akainu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Akainu working aggressively here.
A short right from Akainu on the inside.
Hammouche blocks an uppercut.
Akainu misses with some punches.
Akainu stalling in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akainu misses with a punch on the inside.
Hammouche misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Akainu. #BC#
Hammouche breaks from the clinch.
A jab from Hammouche misses.
Akainu misses with a hook. Hammouche ducked under it nicely.
Hammouche dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Akainu. That did some damage!#T1#
Akainu cracks Hammouche with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hammouche motions for Akainu to come forward. Hammouche throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jab by Hammouche.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Akainu, right into the meat.
Hammouche moves out of range of the body kick from Akainu.
Hammouche comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hammouche misses with a hook to the body #CL2#
and Akainu holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Hammouche blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Akainu effectively controlling the action here.
Hammouche scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hammouche misses with a hook to the ribs.
Akainu taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Akainu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The referee calls for Akainu to work.
Akainu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Akainu taking a breather.
Hammouche misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hammouche.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Akainu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #ROC2#
Hammouche is rocked!
Akainu misses with some punches.
Oh Hammouche is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Akainu has a couple of punches blocked by Hammouche.
Hammouche blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hammouche blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hammouche seems to have got his legs back now.
Hammouche tries to break the clinch but Akainu is controlling the position.
Akainu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Hammouche lands a right hand.
Hammouche on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Akainu takes a shot to the head.
Hammouche can't find room to land a body shot as Akainu controls the action.
Hammouche is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Djamel Hammouche. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hammouche tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Akainu's elbow.
Akainu misses with the head strike.
Hammouche on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC#
Hammouche breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Akainu misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Akainu.
Hammouche steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Akainu.#T3#
Hammouche lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Akainu misses with a hook. Hammouche ducked under it nicely.
Hammouche looks to land a right hand but Akainu moved out of range.
Akainu cracks Hammouche with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Hammouche falls to his knees and Akainu doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sakazuki Akainu!
An out of breath Sakazuki Akainu thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CFC 421
Date: Mar 11, 2017

#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Pullo. No joy for Hammouche on that attempt.
Pullo drops his hands momentarily and Hammouche takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Hammouche misses with a straight left. #CL#
Pullo rushes Hammouche and presses him up against the cage.
Pullo swings wildly with an uppercut but Hammouche uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pullo has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hammouche is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hammouche blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Hammouche.
Pullo misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pullo.
Hammouche lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pullo prevents a body shot from Hammouche.
Pullo throws an elbow but it misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pullo.
Hammouche blocks an elbow strike.
Hammouche misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pullo working hard to break the clinch.
Hammouche keeps control of Pullo as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Pullo pushes Hammouche back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Hammouche misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD2#
Hammouche gets a trip takedown into half guard.#ES#
Pullo has one foot on Hammouche's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T1#
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2#
Hammouche drives through with a takedown into guard.
Hammouche in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hammouche wants to control from the top but Pullo keeps moving.
Hammouche tries to free his leg and advance position but Pullo is retaining full guard.
Pullo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hammouche stopping the sweep attempt from Pullo.
Hammouche with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hammouche engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pullo holds on and takes a little breather.
Pullo looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hammouche puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Pullo wants to improve his position but Hammouche is controlling well.
Hammouche trying to control the action but Pullo is working from the bottom.
Pullo wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Hammouche lands with a punch from half guard.
Hammouche is trying to control. Pullo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pullo is looking to control Hammouche's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pullo avoid being mounted?
Pullo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pullo.
Hammouche keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Pullo's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hammouche postures up and lands a big shot to Pullo's brow.
Hammouche stopping the sweep attempt from Pullo.#SUB#
Pullo has his feet on Hammouche's thighs here. He's pushed Hammouche 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! Hammouche screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Titus Pullo!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Titus Pullo made sure he mentioned Voodoo Nutrition, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: CFC 418
Date: Feb 18, 2017

#R1#
Hammouche tries to bum rush Caine with a series of wild strikes but Caine uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Caine takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Hammouche shoots for a takedown but Caine saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Caine tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hammouche lands a glancing blow to the side of Caine's head.#CUT#
It looks like Caiaphas Caine has been cut.
Hammouche thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD2#
Caine closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hammouche's guard.#SUB#
Hammouche pushes a forearm under Caine's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Caine is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Djamel Hammouche!
A less than humble Djamel Hammouche misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: DUEL#37 Pinaglabanan vs Ibaka
Date: Jan 22, 2017

#R1#
Hammouche looks to land a left hand but Naga-Wing moved out of range nicely.
Sloppy strikes from Naga-Wing. Those never looked like landing.
Naga-Wing sizes up Hammouche with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD2#
Hammouche closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hammouche lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Naga-Wing had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hammouche defends it easily.
Naga-Wing is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Naga-Wing had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hammouche defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammouche throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Naga-Wing works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Naga-Wing keeping moving, preventing Hammouche from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB#
Naga-Wing is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hammouche postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Ren Naga-Wing has been cut.
Hammouche wants to control from the top but Naga-Wing keeps moving.
Hammouche working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Naga-Wing is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hammouche defends well.#SUB#
Naga-Wing is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've been hearing good reports from Naga-Wing'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.
Hammouche postures up in Naga-Wing's guard and throws a big left but Naga-Wing blocks it. #SUB#
Naga-Wing has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hammouche can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Naga-Wing keeping moving, preventing Hammouche from controlling successfully. #T2#
Naga-Wing looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Naga-Wing looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hammouche throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Naga-Wing works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hammouche loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Hammouche avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Hammouche is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Naga-Wing has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Hammouche is looking to defend but Naga-Wing has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Hammouche! Naga-Wing pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Hammouche taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ren Naga-Wing!
A very excited looking Ren Naga-Wing 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: DUEL Christmas Special
Date: Dec 25, 2016

#R1#
Hammouche slips a jab from dAnconia.
A big left from Hammouche misses.
dAnconia drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice uppercut lands for Hammouche. That snapped dAnconia's head back.
Hammouche connects with the punch.#CUT2#
It looks like Francisco dAnconia has been cut.
dAnconia throws a nice looking combination but Hammouche bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hammouche is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
dAnconia lands a glancing blow to the side of Hammouche's head.
Hammouche fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hammouche scores with a jab to the head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hammouche or perhaps it was just good defense by dAnconia, which made it look bad.
dAnconia feinted with a counter takedown.
Hammouche fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hammouche throws a big shot that misses.
Hammouche connects with a nice looking jab.
Hammouche lands with an uppercut that bounces dAnconia off the cage and back into range.
dAnconia buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
dAnconia throws a right hand that misses
and Hammouche counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC2#
dAnconia is rocked!
Hammouche lunges in with a left hook that violently twists dAnconia head around and knocks him out cold! Hammouche hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Djamel Hammouche!
Djamel Hammouche 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.
Francisco dAnconia spoke after the fight, saying 'Who is John Galt?'.

Event: DUEL#26 Myles vs Gaultier
Date: Dec 04, 2016

#R1#
Andreasson works over Hammouche's head and body with a nice combination.
Hammouche fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Andreasson misses with a straight left.
Hammouche lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT2#
It looks like Bestar Andreasson has been cut.
Hammouche thuds a left hand into Andreasson's body.
Hammouche throws a right and a left that Andreasson avoids nicely.
Hammouche tries to move into range but Andreasson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Good shot there by Andreasson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hammouche connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hammouche looks to score with a jab to the body but Andreasson is just out of range.
Andreasson walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Hammouche drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Andreasson swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Hammouche's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bestar Andreasson!
Bestar Andreasson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DUEL#19 Army vs Summers
Date: Nov 05, 2016

#R1#
Blaine throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Hammouche scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Ground and pound from Hammouche.
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. Hammouche connects with a nice short shot to Blaine's temple.
Hammouche will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hammouche sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Blaine defending well though.
Hammouche seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hammouche thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Blaine's head.
Hammouche throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Blaine to regain full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Hammouche'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.
Hammouche working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Blaine's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammouche landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Hammouche thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Blaine avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Hammouche throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blaine pulls Hammouche in close to his closed guard and prevents Hammouche from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hammouche throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Blaine keeping moving, preventing Hammouche from controlling successfully.
Hammouche throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Hammouche drops back looking for a leg! Blaine is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Blaine manages to kick Hammouche off! Hammouche jumps back into Blaine's guard.
Hammouche is looking to work some ground and pound but Blaine has wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hammouche throwing strikes but missing.
Hammouche postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hammouche working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Blaine is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hammouche working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hammouche looking to pass the guard.
Blaine avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hammouche 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.
Hammouche seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Hammouche throwing strikes from guard but Blaine blocks nicely.
Blaine avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hammouche throwing strikes from guard but Blaine blocks nicely.
Hammouche throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hammouche accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hammouche postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Blaine keeping moving, preventing Hammouche from controlling successfully.
Hammouche scoring with punches to the head and body.
Blaine pulls Hammouche in close to his closed guard and prevents Hammouche from doing any damage or advancing position.
Blaine working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hammouche.
Hammouche landing with the ground and pound.
Blaine utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hammouche is looking to work some ground and pound but Blaine has wrist control.#SUB#
Hammouche thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T4#
Blaine avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hammouche stands up over Blaine, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hammouche throws a big elbow that misses.
Blaine keeping full guard, as Hammouche tries to pass.
Hammouche works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Blaine avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hammouche.
Hammouche sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Blaine defending well though.
Blaine is not content to let Hammouche control the position.
Blaine controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hammouche takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Djamel Hammouche dominated that round.
That's time! Hammouche's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Hammouche lands with a straight right. Blaine didn't see that one coming.
Blaine has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Blaine misses with a lunging right hand
and Hammouche counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Hammouche gets a takedown into half guard.
Hammouche lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Hammouche wants to take a breather but Blaine is having none of it.
Hammouche thows a huge punch but Blaine dodges it nicely.
Hammouche with the ground and pound but Blaine uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Blaine keeping moving, preventing Hammouche from controlling successfully.
Blaine pulls Hammouche in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammouche missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hammouche passes Blaine's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Djamel Hammouche overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Hammouche is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1#
Hammouche throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Blaine has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hammouche is working away from the top position though.
Hammouche is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Blaine can do to turn this around?
Hammouche wants to control but Blaine is keeping him busy.
Blaine keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Blaine keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Blaine wants to get back to full guard.
Hammouche slips a nice elbow through Blaine's hands, connecting with Blaine's forehead.
Blaine is looking to control Hammouche's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Blaine avoid being mounted?
Hammouche missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
Hammouche is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hammouche is thwarting Blaine's attempts to control the position.
Blaine blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hammouche.
Hammouche thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Blaine's head.
Blaine avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hammouche.
Blaine is trying to maintain the position but Hammouche is very close to passing his half guard.
Blaine is controlling Hammouche's trapped leg to prevent Hammouche from advancing to side control.
Hammouche wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blaine keeps working.
Hammouche trying to control from Blaine's half guard. Blaine has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Blaine trying to keep a closed guard but Hammouche is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Hammouche is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Hammouche missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hammouche postures up in Blaine's guard and throws a big left but Blaine blocks it.
Hammouche with a flurry of punches that miss.
Blaine utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hammouche is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Blaine seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hammouche throwing strikes from guard but Blaine blocks nicely.
Hammouche throwing strikes but missing.
Blaine utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
Blaine keeping moving, preventing Hammouche from controlling successfully.
Hammouche postures up and lands a big shot to Blaine's brow.
Blaine is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hammouche loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hammouche trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hammouche trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Blaine utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hammouche throwing strikes from guard but Blaine blocks nicely.
Hammouche cracks Blaine with a solid left hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Blaine is controlling Hammouche's posture.
Blaine utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Djamel Hammouche dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Hammouche ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hammouche throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hammouche on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hammouche dives in and grabs Blaine's left leg, looking for a takedown. Blaine pushes down on Hammouche's head and hops out.
Blaine checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Blaine wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Blaine throws a hook but Hammouche blocks it.
Hammouche darts in looking for a takedown but Blaine gets double underhooks and turns Hammouche into the cage.
Hammouche uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blaine.
Hammouche looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Blaine is fending him off so far but Hammouche persists. Nope, Blaine circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Djamel Hammouche. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jab by Blaine.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blaine jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hammouche uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blaine.
Blaine misses with an uppercut
and Hammouche counters with a straight right hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hammouche fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Blaine lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Hammouche swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Blaine! But no joy.#TD#
Hammouche 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.
Blaine is pulling down on Hammouche's head to control his posture.
Hammouche in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hammouche throws a big elbow that misses.
Hammouche is stalling in the full guard.
Hammouche lands a couple of digs.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hammouche accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hammouche works over Blaine with some ground and pound from guard.
Blaine trying to control the position.
Hammouche is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T2#
Hammouche postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hammouche throwing strikes but missing.
Hammouche wants to control from the top but Blaine keeps moving.
Hammouche is working Blaine over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Blaine can't keep his opponent in guard - Hammouche advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Hammouche sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Blaine defending well though. #T3#
Hammouche is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Hammouche is trying to control the action in half guard but Blaine is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hammouche seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #ROC#
Blaine is rocked!
Blaine is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Blaine is still in real trouble! Can Hammouche finish him?#SUB#
Hammouche is working for a kimura but Blaine is defending it quite comfortably.
Henry Blaine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Blaine seems to have recovered his senses.
Blaine wants to get back to his feet.
Hammouche is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Blaine is hurt! He's hurt bad - Hammouche fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Blaine from any more punishment! Congratulations to Hammouche! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Djamel Hammouche!
In his post fight interview, Djamel Hammouche started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: DUEL#13 Silver vs Jordan
Date: Sep 25, 2016

#R1#
Hammouche throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Rafael Cortez has been cut.
A combination from Hammouche does no damage. #TD#
Cortez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Hammouche was covering up waiting for the punch and Cortez finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Hammouche is looking for a triangle but Cortez pushes his legs off easily.
Cortez is working Hammouche over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Cortez passes Hammouche's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hammouche tries to roll over but Cortez keeps him under control.#SUB#
Cortez seems to be working for a kimura but Hammouche defends the submission attempt.
Hammouche is pressing down on Cortez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Cortez lying in Hammouche's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Hammouche decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Cortez taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Djamel Hammouche!
After the fight, Djamel Hammouche was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: DUEL#6 Xezeron vs Longshanks
Date: Aug 06, 2016

#R1#
Hammouche with a hook.
Hammouche lands with a hook. Trigger tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hammouche misses with a straight right.
Trigger misses with a wild combination.
Some wild striking there from Trigger.
Trigger stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Trigger wants it to stay on the feet.
Hammouche jabs Trigger to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hammouche missing with a left hand there. Trigger was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Trigger is looking to counter the offense by Hammouche and move into the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Trigger has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Hammouche misses with a low kick as Trigger jumps back.
Trigger is looking to counter punch.
A big left from Trigger misses.
Hammouche throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trigger throws a leg kick that misses.
Hammouche moves out of range of the body kick.
Hammouche throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Trigger stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hammouche.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hammouche misses with a jab, cross combination.
Trigger lands with a hook. Hammouche tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T1#
Hammouche throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hammouche jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Trigger stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Trigger wants it to stay on the feet.
Trigger is looking to counter punch.
Hammouche connects with a high kick.
Hammouche looks for the body kick but Trigger saw that one coming.
Trigger seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Trigger misses with a head kick.
Trigger ducks under a wild hook from Hammouche.
Nice uppercut lands for Trigger. That snapped Hammouche's head back.
Trigger throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hammouche misses with a few strikes there.
Trigger tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hammouche manages to circle out of the way.
Trigger slips under a jab.
Trigger wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Hammouche misses with a left hand #KD#
and Trigger counters with a nice right hand that sends Hammouche toppling to the canvas! Hammouche scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Trigger finish him?!#ROC#
Hammouche is rocked!
Djamel Hammouche seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Are you kidding me?! Trigger ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Hammouche clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

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

Event: DUEL#2 Two Fight Two Champions
Date: Jul 09, 2016

#R1#
Longshanks avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Hammouche dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Longshanks misses the target.
Longshanks moves out of range as Hammouche strikes.
Longshanks throws a hook but Hammouche blocks it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hammouche.
Hammouche sizes up Longshanks with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT#
It looks like Claymore Longshanks has been cut.
Hammouche cracks Longshanks with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Longshanks on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hammouche. Hammouche obviously looking to wear him down.
Longshanks misses with a straight right.
Hammouche swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #KD2#
and Longshanks counters with a crisp one two that drops Hammouche! Longshanks thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Hammouche to his feet! Hammouche is in big trouble!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
BOOM! Longshanks lands a beautiful left hook that drops Hammouche. Hammouche tries to recover but Longshanks is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Hammouche lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Claymore Longshanks!
A very excited looking Claymore Longshanks rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 09, 2016

#R1#
Tyeshela swings widly with a right hand
and Hammouche counters with a thumping low kick.
Hammouche uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyeshela.
A jab from Hammouche finds it's way through Tyeshela's defenses. #CUT2#
It looks like Nika Tyeshela has been cut.
We've been informed that Hammouche has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Tyeshela really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD2#
Hammouche closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Hammouche drops an elbow to the side of Tyeshela's head.
Hammouche drops an elbow to the side of Tyeshela's head.
Hammouche seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Hammouche controlling the action here.
Tyeshela has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
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. Hammouche connects with a nice short shot to Tyeshela's temple.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hammouche lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ROC2#
Tyeshela is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hammouche lands a big elbow - Tyeshela is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Hammouche!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Djamel Hammouche!
Djamel Hammouche very nearly forgot to thank Museum of Monsters & Madmen amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 03, 2016

#R1#
Hammouche misses with a wild body shot.
Huber throws a lazy uppercut
and Hammouche counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD#
Huber closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Huber passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hammouche!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hammouche working to try and regain half guard.
Hammouche is bucking up trying to escape but Huber cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Huber throws a wild left hand from mount and Hammouche manages to wriggle his way back to half guard.
Hammouche avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Huber.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Huber seems to be looking for submissions.
Hammouche moves into full guard.
Hammouche is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Huber regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1##SUB#
Huber has his foot on Hammouche's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hammouche works his way back into a safe position though.
Hammouche lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hammouche lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hammouche landing some decent shots from guard.
Huber being controlled here, momentarily.
Hammouche scoring with punches to the head and body.
Hammouche 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.
Hammouche wants to control from the top but Huber keeps moving. #SUB#
Huber looking for a guillotine here but Hammouche defends easily. #SUB#
Huber had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hammouche defends it easily.
Hammouche chips away with some ground and pound.#T2##SUB#
Huber is looking for a triangle but Hammouche pushes his legs off easily.
Hammouche distracts Huber with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Hammouche avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Huber working for a triangle but Hammouche defends it easily. #SUB#
Huber throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hammouche scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#ROC2#
Huber is rocked!
Hammouche gets to his feet and stands over Huber, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Huber felt that one! Hammouche unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Huber from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Djamel Hammouche!
Djamel Hammouche very nearly forgot to thank Museum of Monsters & Madmen amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 21, 2016

#R1#
Austin walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#
It looks like Steve Austin has been cut.
Austin tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hammouche swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD#
Hammouche 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.
Hammouche is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Austin can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hammouche passes into half guard.
Hammouche controlling the action here.
Hammouche landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Austin has hold of Hammouche's hands but Hammouche slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#CUT#
The cut above Steve Austin's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Hammouche seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #ROC#
Austin is rocked!#CUT#
Steve Austin's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Djamel Hammouche!
Djamel Hammouche managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Museum of Monsters & Madmen, into his post fight interview.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 10, 2016

#R1##KD#
McLauhglin drops Hammouche with a left right combo! McLauhglin follows him down to the ground into side control. #ROC#
Hammouche is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Djamel Hammouche has been cut.
McLauhglin cracks Hammouche with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Hammouche is still in real trouble! Can McLauhglin finish him?
McLauhglin scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Hammouche is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and McLauhglin can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Colin McLauhglin!
Colin McLauhglin made sure to mention his sponsor, Gentlemens Laundry - 10 % in his post fight interview.

Event: HFL #32
Date: Mar 26, 2016

#R1#
Hammouche tries to score with a low kick but Starius moves his leg out of the way.
Hammouche uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Starius.
Starius misses with a double jab.
Starius checks a leg kick nicely.
Starius just misses with a punch to the body.
Starius uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hammouche.
Hammouche walks into a jab.
Hammouche swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hammouche scores with a nice right hand.
Hammouche throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Starius slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Starius has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Starius misses with a hook. Hammouche ducked under it nicely.
Hammouche feints the counter takedown.
Starius throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hammouche lands an overhand right.
Starius jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hammouche.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hammouche shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hammouche scores with a hook to the body. Starius takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hammouche throws a predictable looking body shot
and Starius counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Hammouche throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hammouche connects with a jab.#TD2#
Hammouche shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Hammouche scoring with some ground and pound.
Hammouche is looking to work some ground and pound but Starius has wrist control.
Hammouche seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Hammouche postures up in Starius's guard and throws a big left but Starius blocks it.
Hammouche looking to sit in guard and control but Starius gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hammouche 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.
Hammouche is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Hammouche has a closed guard, preventing Starius from standing up.
Hammouche is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SU#
Starius stands and steps away. Hammouche gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Hammouche throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Starius sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Starius is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hammouche.
Hammouche drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Starius defends it well.
The fighters circling - Starius throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little jabbing left from Hammouche on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Starius tries to bum rush Hammouche with a series of wild strikes but Hammouche uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Hammouche gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hammouche bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Starius punishes Hammouche's body with a nice straight punch.
Starius throws a series of punches but Hammouche avoids them all with ease.
Starius connects with a crisp jab.
Starius misses with a hook. Hammouche ducked under it nicely.
Starius misses with a jab, cross combination.
Starius works the jab nicely.
Good standup being displayed there by Hammouche as he connects with a hook.
Starius misses the shot to the body.
Starius misses with a wild body shot.
Hammouche shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hammouche looking to land some kicks to the body here. #TD2#
Hammouche shoots in and bounces Starius off the cage to secure the takedown into 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!
Hammouche throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Starius works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Hammouche missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hammouche throwing strikes but missing.
Starius preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Starius has Hammouche pulled in close to control his posture.
Hammouche connects with a couple of short punches.
Hammouche stands up over Starius, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hammouche throwing strikes from guard but Starius blocks nicely.
Hammouche postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hammouche postures up in Starius's guard and throws a big left but Starius blocks it.
Starius utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hammouche loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
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 Bert Starius will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Hammouche missing with a left hand there. Starius was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hammouche takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Starius just misses with a punch to the body.
Starius misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hammouche.
Hammouche scores with a leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Starius, as that shot connected.
Starius scores with a jab to the jaw.
Starius connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Starius throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hammouche is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hammouche lands with a kick to the temple. Starius shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Hammouche takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hammouche scores with a nice strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Starius tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Starius misses the jab.
Starius on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hammouche scores with a jab to the head.
Starius moves out of range of the leg kick from Hammouche.#T1#
Starius staying out of range there.
Starius connects with a body shot.
Starius looks to score with a jab to the body but Hammouche is just out of range.
Starius misses with a wild body shot.
Hammouche misses with a takedown attempt
and Starius counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hammouche has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Starius throws a hook to the side of Hammouche's head but Hammouche sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Starius misses the body punch
and Hammouche connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Starius avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Starius avoids the body shot from Hammouche.
Hammouche misses with a body kick.
Hammouche waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Starius.
Starius is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Starius throws an off balance right hand
and Hammouche counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Starius tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hammouche was well out of range. Poor timing from Starius.
Hammouche is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hammouche takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL#
Starius has managed to clinch.
Starius tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Starius lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Starius swings wildly with an uppercut but Hammouche uses good head movement to avoid it.
Starius tries to throw a body punch but Hammouche avoids it by throwing Starius back against the cage.
Starius throws a head punch that misses.
Starius working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Starius misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hammouche.
Starius blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hammouche prevents a body shot from Starius.
Hammouche blocking some punches.
Starius blocking some punches.
Hammouche goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Starius misses with a punch to the body.
Still in the clinch, Starius scores with a nice short uppercut.
Starius lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hammouche.#T3#
Starius misses with a punch on the inside.
Hammouche tries a body shot but Starius blocks it.
Hammouche is trying to break the clinch but Starius has him pressed against the cage.
Starius misses with a body punch.
Hammouche tries for a takedown but Starius manages to get underhooks.
Starius is leaning against Hammouche and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Starius prevents a body shot from Hammouche.
Starius struggles to land a body shot inside as Hammouche controls his hands.
Starius misses with some punches.
Starius working aggressively here.
Starius throws a punch but it's blocked by Hammouche.
A body shot lands from Starius.
Starius lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Starius tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hammouche's elbow.
A nice right hand lands inside from Starius. #ROC#
Hammouche is rocked!
A head punch on the inside from Starius fails to land.
Hammouche is still on wobbly legs! Can Starius finish him?
Hammouche blocks an uppercut.
Starius misses with some punches. #T4#
Starius swings wildly with an uppercut but Hammouche uses good head movement to avoid it.
Starius misses with some punches.
Hammouche misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hammouche seems to have recovered his senses.
Starius blocks a body shot from Hammouche.
Hammouche blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Starius.
Hammouche scores with a shoulder strike.
Starius tries to throw a body punch but Hammouche avoids it by throwing Starius back against the cage. #TD2#
Hammouche has clasped his hands together around Starius's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hammouche scores with punches from side control.
Starius might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Starius regains half guard, as Hammouche was trying to land strikes.
Hammouche missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Starius manages to get to full guard.
Starius keeping full guard, as Hammouche tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bert Starius dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Starius thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hammouche pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Starius went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Starius looks to land a left hand but Hammouche moved out of range nicely.
Starius misses the jab.
Hammouche scores with a jab.
Hammouche misses with a leg kick
and Hammouche takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Starius misses with a looping left.
A shot to the liver by Hammouche. Beautiful body shot.
Hammouche displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Starius throws out the jab.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Starius here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Starius walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Starius will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Hammouche misses.
Starius bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bert Starius is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A punch lands to the side of Starius 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hammouche looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1#
Hammouche keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Starius steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hammouche.
Starius checks a low kick from Hammouche.#CL#
Starius moves into the clinch.
Starius tries to work over Hammouche's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Starius fails to land.
Bert Starius has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hammouche misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Starius.
Hammouche can't get the takedown.
Starius tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Starius swings wildly with an uppercut but Hammouche uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Starius.
Hammouche tries to throw a body punch but Starius avoids it by throwing Hammouche back against the cage. #T2#
Hammouche can't find room to land a body shot as Starius controls the action.
Starius lands a right hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Starius.
Starius blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hammouche.
Djamel Hammouche has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Starius throws a big uppercut that drops Hammouche! More strikes from Starius and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Hammouche lies dazed against the cage as Starius celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bert Starius!
Bert Starius decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

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