Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: MMMA Clown Chaos 10
Date: Apr 26, 2017

#R1#
Baird throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dhamma changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Baird connects with a solid leg kick. #TD#
Dhamma gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Baird looking to pass the guard.
Dhamma throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Baird is stalling in the full guard.
Dhamma throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhamma will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #SUB2#
Dhamma looking for a guillotine here but Baird defends easily.
Dhamma trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Dhamma tries to strike from the bottom.
Dhamma trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Dhamma thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Dhamma tries to strike from the bottom.
Dhamma keeping moving, preventing Baird from controlling successfully.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Baird's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dhamma thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Dhamma has momentary wrist control but Baird slips an elbow through the middle.
Dhamma striking from his own guard.
Baird pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhamma is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Dhamma has an active guard here but Baird has managed to pass into half guard.
Dhamma flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Well, if Baird is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Baird is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Dhamma! #T2#
Dhamma sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Baird takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dhamma is looking to improve his position.
Dhamma misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Baird with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dhamma is looking for a sweep. Baird is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Baird is working for a submission of some sort.
Dhamma punching from the bottom.
Baird trying to control from half guard but Dhamma is working away. #T3#
Dhamma is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dhamma has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Baird is working away from the top position though.
Baird frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dhamma tries to lock up and control but Baird gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Dhamma gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Baird seems to be working for a kimura but Dhamma defends the submission attempt.
Nice strikes from Baird there.
Dhamma manages to get to full guard.
Dhamma is striking but Baird is not phased and passes to half guard.#T4#
Dhamma throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Baird blocks the strikes from Dhamma.
Baird is trying to control the action in half guard but Dhamma is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Baird is really struggling to control Dhamma but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Dhamma flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
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. Baird connects with a nice short shot to Dhamma's temple.
Dhamma wants to get back to full guard.
Dhamma connecting with a few gentle strikes. #SUB#
Baird seems to be looking for submissions.
Baird prevents Dhamma from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dhamma throws a strike from the bottom that misses. #SUB#
Baird is working for a submission of some sort.
Dhamma missing with punches from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Baird misses with an uppercut. Dhamma saw that one coming.
A cross from Baird lands.
Baird looks to score with a jab to the body but Dhamma is just out of range.
Baird is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dhamma can do to turn this around?
Baird looks for the body kick but Dhamma saw that one coming.
Dhamma changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Baird misses with a body shot.
Dhamma is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Baird throws a body shot but no joy.
Dhamma tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Baird throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Dhamma counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Baird!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dhamma goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Baird rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dhamma's guard! Nice work there by Baird! #SUB2#
Baird avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Baird is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Dhamma throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Dhamma keeping full guard, as Baird tries to pass.
Baird landing some decent shots from guard.
Dhamma wants to hit a switch here but Baird passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dhamma there!
Dhamma swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Dhamma working to try and regain half guard. #T2#
Baird looking to control but Dhamma is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dhamma is looking to get to half guard.
Baird with good strikes from the mount here!
Baird with good strikes from the mount here!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Baird lands a nice shot to the head.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Baird cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dhamma tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Baird in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Dhamma is squirming around, avoiding Baird's attempts to control the action.
Dhamma wants to hold on but Baird pushes him away.
Macadam Baird overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Baird trying to control but Dhamma is having none of it.
Dhamma is looking to improve his position but Baird isn't that keen on the idea.
Baird blocks Dhamma's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Dhamma throwing hammer fists to the chest of Baird. What's that going to do exactly?
Dhamma is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Baird landing strikes, looking to finish!
Dhamma throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Baird lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Dhamma throwing hammer fists to the chest of Baird. What's that going to do exactly?
Dhamma tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Baird sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dhamma throwing hammer fists to the chest of Baird. What's that going to do exactly? #T4#
Dhamma working to try and regain half guard.
Baird working Dhamma over with strikes here.
Baird landing shots from mount.
Dhamma can't escape the position.
Dhamma throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dhamma can't escape the position.
Dhamma throwing hammer fists to the chest of Baird. What's that going to do exactly?
Dhamma is working to get back to half guard.
Baird controlling the position easily from mount.
Baird looking to finish Dhamma with some ground and pound. This is bad for Dhamma!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Baird throws a right hand that Dhamma ducks under and follows up with a left that Dhamma also avoids with ease.
Dhamma is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Baird fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dhamma changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A bone on bone clash there as Dhamma blocks the leg kick. #TD#
Baird closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dhamma quickly recovers to half guard.
Dhamma missing with punches from the bottom.
Dhamma tries to get to full guard but Baird has control of the leg.
Baird wants to pass to mount but Dhamma is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhamma tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Dhamma is on the bottom, trying to hold on to half guard. He's throwing a few small shots here, to keep his opponent honest.
Baird is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dhamma moves into full guard.
Our spies down at at Bonsai Club MMA inform us that Dhamma has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T1#
Baird content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dhamma keeping moving, preventing Baird from controlling successfully.
Baird is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dhamma is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Baird passes into half guard. #SUB#
Baird is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dhamma has managed to free his arm - good work.
Baird winds up and cracks Dhamma with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dhamma trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Baird has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Dhamma's face.
Macadam Baird is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Baird sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dhamma really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Baird takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dhamma is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dhamma is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Baird looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dhamma is working to get back to half guard.
Dhamma throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Dhamma wants to control but Baird is having none of it.#T3#
Dhamma is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Baird controlling from the full mount.
Baird prevents Dhamma from getting the reversal.
Baird controlling from mount.
Baird 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.
Dhamma flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Baird controlling the pace for now.
Dhamma is desperately trying to improve his position but Baird has a good base and remains in mount.
Baird tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Dhamma is in all sorts of trouble here.
Baird controlling the pace for now.
Baird blocks Dhamma's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Baird tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dhamma tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Baird content just to control the position here.
Dhamma throwing hammer fists to the chest of Baird. What's that going to do exactly?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Baird content just to control the position here.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Macadam Baird!
Macadam Baird really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Voodoo Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Madness MMA 15: Dead Memories
Date: Mar 18, 2017

#R1#
Chambers lands a leg kick that knocks Baird off balance momentarily.
Baird throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD2#
Baird closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES#
Chambers kicks Baird off and gets back to his feet.
Baird checks a low kick from Chambers.
Nice shot by Baird.
Baird checks the leg kick.
Chambers looks to land a right hand but Baird moved out of range.
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!
Baird lands a two punch combo.
Baird misses with a two punch combination.
Chambers is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Chambers throws a chopping leg kick but Baird manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Chambers throws an overhand right that lands on Baird's shoulder, as Baird tries to avoid the shot.
Chambers has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Baird checks a low kick from Chambers.
Chambers wants to slow Baird down by chopping away at his legs.
A little jabbing left from Baird on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A nice leg kick lands there from Chambers.
Chambers throws a leg kick that misses.
Chambers walks into a jab.
Baird's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Baird duly obliges. #T1#
Baird throws a shot to the body.
Chambers lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Baird blocks a jab.
Baird fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Chambers is looking to chop away at Baird's legs.
Baird scores with a jab.
Jack Chambers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chambers looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Chambers misses with a low kick as Baird jumps back.#CL2#
Baird has Chambers up against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chambers.
Baird drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chambers pulls his leg out and moves away.
Chambers throws out a leg kick but Baird moves out of range and Chambers only half commits.
A slapping leg kick lands for Baird.
Chambers connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Baird's hands.
Jack Chambers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2##TD2#
Chambers tries to sprawl but Baird drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baird drops an elbow to the side of Chambers's head.
Baird throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Baird has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Baird wants to control the pace but Chambers is squirming around nicely.
Chambers is looking to get to half guard.
Baird lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #T3#
Baird is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Chambers can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Chambers is trying to escape the mount.
Baird tries to control but Chambers wriggling away.
Baird landing strikes, looking to finish!
Baird trying to control but Chambers is having none of it.
Chambers is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Baird in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Baird is stalling here but it's allowed Chambers to get half guard.
Baird wants to take a breather but Chambers is having none of it.
Baird performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Baird working over Chambers with some ground and pound. Chambers looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Baird throwing shots but Chambers is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Baird tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chambers swivels and escapes.
Baird avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Baird moves out of range of the strikes.
Baird is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Chambers misses with a lunging right hand
and Baird counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Chambers thinking.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Baird.
Baird just misses with a punch to the body.
Macadam Baird seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Baird moves out of range of the leg kick from Chambers.
Baird connects with a solid leg kick.
A low kick from Chambers is predictable there #TD2#
and Baird counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Chambers! #SUB2#
Baird tries for a kimura but Chambers is defending well.
Chambers tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
The ground and pound from Baird seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Chambers tries to bench press Baird off him but Baird keeps the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Baird is trying to get an arm triangle but Chambers is defending well.
Chambers is looking for a sweep.
Baird wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chambers keeps working.
Baird might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Chambers haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Chambers gets back to half guard.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Baird with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Baird working Chambers over with strikes.
Chambers is refusing to be controlled, as Baird sits in half guard.
Baird prevents Chambers from improving his position.
Baird is looking to advance position but Chambers won't allow it. #T3#
Baird is looking to stall here but Chambers recovers full guard.
Baird slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Baird postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Baird checks the leg kick nicely there.
Baird slips a straight right by Chambers.#TD2#
Baird looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Baird not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Baird slows the pace down in half guard.
Chambers is looking for a sweep. Baird is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Baird scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Chambers trying to control from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Baird tries to pass the half guard into mount. Chambers knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Baird scores with a shot to the body.
Baird is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Chambers rather than just go for the knockout.
Baird wants to slow Chambers down by chopping away at his legs.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Baird. #TD2#
Baird gets a takedown into half guard.
Chambers is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baird not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Baird content to control rather than advance. #SUB2#
Baird is trying to work for a kimura but Chambers is defending well.
Baird thows a huge punch but Chambers dodges it nicely.
Baird wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chambers keeps working. #SUB2#
Baird is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Chambers is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Macadam Baird!
Macadam Baird gave a mention to Voodoo Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: Madness MMA 9: Vengence
Date: Jan 28, 2017

#R1##TD#
Baird shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bateman is trying to defend but Baird finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Baird is pressing down on Bateman's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bateman is holding on for now.
Baird throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Baird is trying for a kimura here. Bateman looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Baird wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Macadam Baird!
Macadam Baird took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Voodoo Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Madness MMA 2: Shore vs Boromi
Date: Dec 17, 2016

#R1#
Danneskjöld has a takedown stuffed.
Danneskjöld misses with an uppercut.
Danneskjöld misses with a low kick.#TD2#
Baird closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Danneskjöld is looking for a sweep.
Baird is trying to ground and pound but Danneskjöld uses the momentary lack of control by Baird to regain half guard.
Danneskjöld wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danneskjöld 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.
Danneskjöld moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Baird trying to control the position from guard on top but Danneskjöld is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Danneskjöld trying to keep a closed guard but Baird is proving a slippery customer.
Baird tries to free his leg and advance position but Danneskjöld is retaining full guard.
Baird pushes down on Danneskjöld's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Danneskjöld is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baird takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Baird tries to pass to full mount but Danneskjöld defends it. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Well, if Baird is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Danneskjöld trying to control here.
Danneskjöld is trying to get back to full guard.
Baird missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Danneskjöld drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Danneskjöld throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Baird works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Danneskjöld is looking to advance position but Baird has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Baird punishing his opponent with strikes.
Baird landing punches.
Baird thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Baird scoring with strikes but Danneskjöld is staying in there.
Baird looking to control but Danneskjöld is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Baird throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Baird with shots to the head and body - Danneskjöld looks very uncomfortable down there.
Baird tries to control but Danneskjöld wriggling away.
Danneskjöld is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage. #T4#
Baird controlling the pace for now.
Danneskjöld wants to control but Baird is having none of it.
Baird tries to control but Danneskjöld wriggling away.
Baird connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Baird jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Danneskjöld manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Danneskjöld gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Baird stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Baird wants it to stay on the feet.
Danneskjöld tries to clinch there but Baird circles away.
Baird avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Baird keeps the fight on the outside.
Danneskjöld tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baird was well out of range. Poor timing from Danneskjöld.#CL2#
Baird forces Danneskjöld back against the cage and clinches.
Baird blocks a body shot from Danneskjöld.
Baird is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Danneskjöld lands a nice uppercut.
Danneskjöld is working for takedown but Baird is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ragnar Danneskjöld. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Baird blocks a body shot from Danneskjöld. #TD#
Danneskjöld pulls guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danneskjöld keeping moving, preventing Baird from controlling successfully.
Baird tries to free his leg and advance position but Danneskjöld is retaining full guard.
Baird wants to control from the top but Danneskjöld keeps moving. #T1#
Danneskjöld avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Baird trying to control but Danneskjöld is working from the bottom.
Macadam Baird has got the better of the ground game so far.
Baird content to stall in guard here.
Baird trying to control the position from guard on top but Danneskjöld is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Danneskjöld fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Baird looking to score a takedown here. Danneskjöld is defending well but Baird drives through and ends up in Danneskjöld's guard.
Baird wants to control from the top but Danneskjöld keeps moving.
Baird is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Danneskjöld 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.
Baird trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Baird sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Danneskjöld's guard.
Baird has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Danneskjöld tries to roll over but Baird keeps him under control.
Baird wants to take a breather but Danneskjöld is having none of it. #SUB2#
Baird is working for a submission of some sort.
Danneskjöld has his hands clasped together around Baird's back. He's all about the action.
Baird passes to side control. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Danneskjöld is looking to regain half guard here but Baird keeps moving and retains side control.
Baird is looking to take a break and control but Danneskjöld is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Baird is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird 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#
Danneskjöld fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Danneskjöld instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Baird ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Baird no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Danneskjöld trying to control but Baird is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Baird is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Danneskjöld is aware though and is defending well.
Danneskjöld passes Baird's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Danneskjöld takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Danneskjöld tries to pass the half guard into mount. Baird knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Baird preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danneskjöld working the head and body with strikes.
Baird has his hands clasped together around Danneskjöld's back. He's all about the action.#T1#
Baird is staying active underneath Danneskjöld, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Danneskjöld thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Baird trying to control from the bottom.
Danneskjöld controlling the action here.
Baird wants to improve his position but Danneskjöld is controlling well.
Danneskjöld wants to free his trapped foot but Baird is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Danneskjöld wants to lay and pray for a moment but Baird keeps working.
Macadam Baird is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Danneskjöld moves into full mount! Baird won't be happy about that!
Danneskjöld is landing with some decent strikes but Baird is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Danneskjöld raining down shots from the mount!
Baird is trying to escape the mount.
Danneskjöld looking to control but Baird is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Baird regains half guard.
Baird blocking the ground and pound attempt from Danneskjöld.
Danneskjöld trying to control from Baird's half guard. Baird has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Danneskjöld wants to pass the guard but Baird is keeping the position.
Danneskjöld passes Baird's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Danneskjöld looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Danneskjöld not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Danneskjöld is looking for a kimura but Baird is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Danneskjöld to get the leverage.
Ragnar Danneskjöld has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4##SUB#
Baird is defending against the submission attempts here by Danneskjöld.
Danneskjöld sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Baird defending well though.
Baird is holding on to half guard well.
Danneskjöld not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Baird keeping control of the position.
Baird regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Baird 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##SUB#
Danneskjöld is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Baird pulls his head out easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ragnar Danneskjöld showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Baird has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Macadam Baird!
An out of breath and clearly excited Macadam Baird thanked Voodoo Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
In defeat, Ragnar Danneskjöld stepped up to the mic, saying 'Who is John Galt?'.

Event: DUEL#16 Silver vs Balkon
Date: Oct 16, 2016

#R1#
Baird swings for the body but Jalgratas moves out of range. #TD2#
Baird closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Baird lands in his opponent's guard.
Jalgratas is pulling down on Baird's head to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Baird throwing strikes but missing.
Baird wants to pass the guard but Jalgratas is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baird is looking to work some ground and pound but Jalgratas has wrist control.
Baird sitting in guard here, content to control.
Jalgratas tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Baird with a nice head shot there.
Jalgratas is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Baird looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jalgratas definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baird throws a strike but Jalgratas rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Jalgratas wants to control from the top but Baird keeps moving.
Baird has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Baird looking for a sweep. Not yet Baird, not yet.
Baird is pulling down on Jalgratas's head. It's preventing any offense from Jalgratas, at least for the moment.
Jalgratas trying to control the position from guard on top but Baird is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Jalgratas is really struggling to control Baird but he's trying to hold on to the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Baird misses with a hook.
Jalgratas showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Baird.
Baird lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Baird lands a nice looking body shot.
Baird fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Baird throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Baird throws a wild body kick that Jalgratas sees coming a mile off.
Jalgratas feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Macadam Baird seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Baird gets a takedown into half guard.
Jalgratas tries to get to full guard but Baird has control of the leg. #T4#
Baird is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jalgratas tries to hold on but Baird postures up.
Baird misses with a head shot.
Baird looking to control and managing it successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jalgratas is trying to escape the mount.
Baird controlling the pace for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird 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#
Baird connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Baird misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jalgratas counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Baird with a poor takedown
and Jalgratas cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Baird shoots for a double leg takedown but Jalgratas sprawls well. He's pushed Baird's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jalgratas checks a leg kick.
Baird throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jalgratas stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD2#
Jalgratas gets caught napping as Baird dives in and scores a takedown. Jalgratas manages to retain guard.
Jalgratas wants to sweep here but Baird controlling him for the moment.
Baird trying to control but Jalgratas is working from the bottom.
Baird cracks Jalgratas with a solid left hand.
Macadam Baird has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Baird looking to pass the guard.
Baird is still trying to improve position.
Baird trying to control but Jalgratas is working from the bottom.
Jalgratas wants to sweep here but Baird controlling him for the moment.
Baird keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jalgratas's head.
Jalgratas controlling Baird's posture.
Jalgratas trying to keep a closed guard but Baird is proving a slippery customer.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Baird wants to pass the guard but Jalgratas is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Baird misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Baird scores with a hook to the body. Jalgratas takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jalgratas throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And Baird tries to counter it with a takedown but Jalgratas pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Baird is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jalgratas rather than just go for the knockout.
A bone on bone clash there as Baird blocks the leg kick.
Baird lands with a good body shot.
Jalgratas tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Baird shoots in for a double leg but Jalgratas sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jaan Jalgratas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Macadam Baird.
Jalgratas throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Baird counters with an inside leg kick. #T3##CL2#
Baird takes the fight into the clinch.
Baird managing to block the knees to the body from Jalgratas.
Jalgratas with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Baird fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Jalgratas swings wildly with an uppercut but Baird uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jalgratas with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jalgratas tries to land a knee to the head but Baird blocks with his arms.
Jalgratas misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baird drops down looking for an ankle pick but Jalgratas pulls his leg out and moves away.
Jalgratas tries to clinch but Baird moves out of range. #CL#
Jalgratas darts in and clinches Baird up against the cage.#T4##BC#
Jalgratas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Baird misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jalgratas counters with a nice uppercut.
A low kick from Baird is predictable there
and Jalgratas counters with a low kick, right behind Baird 's knee.
Baird throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baird scores with a jab to the body.
Jalgratas avoids the body shot from Baird.
Jalgratas fires out a quick counter leg kick but Baird just manages to avoid it.
Baird just misses with a punch to the body.
Jalgratas looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Jalgratas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baird shoots in for a takedown but Jalgratas shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Baird doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jalgratas counters with a straight right hand.
Baird just misses with a punch to the body.
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 Jaan Jalgratas will probably get the nod.
That's time! Jalgratas's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Baird shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jalgratas defends it nicely.
Baird cracks a nice hook into Jalgratas's ribs.#CL2#
Baird has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jalgratas is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Baird is defending well for now.
Jalgratas lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jalgratas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jalgratas gets underhooks to prevent Baird's takedown attempt.
Jalgratas tries a knee to the head but Baird blocks it.
Jalgratas stalling in the clinch but Baird improves position. #T1#
Jalgratas misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Baird.
Jalgratas with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jalgratas tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Baird avoids it.
Jalgratas misses with a knee strike.
Baird tries for a takedown but Jalgratas manages to get underhooks.
Jaan Jalgratas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Macadam Baird.
Jalgratas tries to land knees in the clinch but Baird avoids the damage to the body.
Jalgratas swings wildly with an uppercut but Baird uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jalgratas tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Baird blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jalgratas swings wildly with an uppercut but Baird uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jalgratas misses with some punches.
Jalgratas throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Jalgratas lands a nice uppercut.#TD2#
Baird decides to pull guard.
Jalgratas wants to control from the top but Baird keeps moving.
Baird managing to control the position.
Baird controls Jalgratas momentarily but Jalgratas frees himself.
Baird keeping moving, preventing Jalgratas from controlling successfully.
Baird wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Jalgratas sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Baird's guard.
Jalgratas is just content to waste time from the top position. Baird takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Baird wants to sweep here but Jalgratas controlling him for the moment.
Jalgratas wants to pass the guard but Baird is keeping the position.
Jalgratas preventing the sweep.
Jalgratas trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jalgratas trying to control the position from guard on top but Baird is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jalgratas keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Baird turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Jalgratas gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Baird punishing his opponent with strikes. #SUB2#
Baird is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Jalgratas to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Jalgratas shrugs it off.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jalgratas tries to hold on but Baird pushes him away.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jaan Jalgratas.
I think Jalgratas has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaan Jalgratas!

Event: DUEL#12 Blaine vs Williams
Date: Sep 17, 2016

#R1#
Klincko on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
An inside leg kick from Klincko misses.
Baird is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Baird lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Baird throws a body kick that misses.
Klincko was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Baird 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.#ES#
Klincko kicks Baird off and gets to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Klincko just misses with a punch to the body.
Baird wants to counter with a clinch but Klincko pushes him away.
Klincko misses with a looping left.
Klincko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Baird moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Klincko lands a slapping body shot.
Baird will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baird ducks under a wild hook from Klincko.
Baird dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Klincko.
Klincko misses with a wild combination.
Baird drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Klincko defends it well.
Baird scores with a body shot. #T1#
Klincko takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dave Klincko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Klincko will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baird dodges the punch combination from Klincko.
Klincko takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Baird throws a right and a left that Klincko avoids nicely. #TD2#
Baird scores with a takedown into Klincko's guard.
Klincko wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Baird manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Baird frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Klincko bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T2#
Klincko in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Klincko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Baird is keeping the position for now.
Baird looking for a sweep. Not yet Baird, not yet.
Klincko is looking to work some ground and pound but Baird has wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baird is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Klincko throws a big right hand that misses.
Klincko lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Baird has his hands on Klincko's head, controlling the position.
Klincko loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Baird tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Klincko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Klincko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Baird wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Baird keeping full guard, as Klincko tries to pass.
Klincko connects with a couple of short punches.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Baird preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Klincko is looking to work some ground and pound but Baird has wrist control.
Klincko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Baird managing to control the position.
Klincko has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Klincko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Klincko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Klincko throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
Klincko with a flurry of punches that miss.
Klincko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Klincko works over Baird with some ground and pound from guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Klincko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Baird has control of Klincko's left arm, preventing Klincko from doing any damage.
Klincko in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Baird manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Klincko manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Baird stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Klincko swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Baird keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Klincko's head.
Klincko bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Baird's guard. #REVR#
Klincko with a flurry of punches that miss.
Baird preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
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 Dave Klincko 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#
Klincko fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Klincko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Baird sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baird lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#TD2#
Baird closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Klincko quickly recovers to half guard.
Baird prevents Klincko from improving his position.#SUB2#
Baird is trying to work for a kimura but Klincko is defending well.
Klincko is looking to escape.
Klincko is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Klincko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Baird pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
Klincko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Baird lands strikes from half guard.
Klincko is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Klincko manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Baird controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Klincko working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Baird doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Baird manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Baird trying to control but Klincko is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Baird preventing the sweep.
Baird engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Klincko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Baird stopping the sweep attempt from Klincko.
Klincko trying to strike off his back. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Klincko tries to land a front kick but Baird steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Baird misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Klincko.
Baird throws a head kick that half lands.
Klincko misses the jab.
It seemed like Baird was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Klincko shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Baird throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Baird misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Klincko.
Baird fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Klincko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Baird goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Klincko misses the shot to the body.
Baird checks a leg kick.
Baird with the counter takedown but Klincko avoids it easily.
Klincko lands with a shot to the body.
Dave Klincko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Klincko throws a leg kick but Baird sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Klincko throws a nice looking combination but Baird bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Baird misses with a body shot
and Klincko finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Baird moves out of range of the body kick from Klincko.
Baird tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Baird is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Klincko rather than just go for the knockout.
Baird blocks a head kick by Klincko.
Klincko on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Klincko throws a body shot but no joy.
Baird throws a body shot but no joy.
Klincko shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Baird eats them both and turns towards Klincko to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#T4#
Nice body kick there by Klincko.
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!
Baird shoots for a takedown but Klincko saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Baird lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Baird. That's going to slow Klincko down.
Klincko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baird counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Klincko checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
An inside leg kick lands from Klincko.
Klincko throws a right and a left that Baird avoids nicely.
Baird scores with a nice strike.
Klincko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Baird fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dave Klincko is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Klincko just misses with a punch to the body.
Baird dodges the punch combination from Klincko.
Baird fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Klincko checks it well.
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 Dave Klincko will probably get the nod.
That's time! Klincko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Baird moves out of range as Klincko strikes.
Baird tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Decent striking displayed by Baird there.
Baird checks the leg kick.
Macadam Baird seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Klincko tried to score with a low kick but Baird checks it.
Baird swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Baird misses with a lunging right hand
and Klincko makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Baird really felt that one!
Nice body kick there by Baird.
Baird goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Baird swings for the body but Klincko moves out of range.
Klincko tried to score with a low kick but Baird checks it.
Baird takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Baird feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Klinckos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#TD2#
Baird decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Klincko manages to get to full guard.
Baird won't allow Klincko to get back to his feet. #T1#
Baird slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Klincko tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Baird is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Klincko has escaped the position, nice work there.
Klincko is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Baird looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Dave Klincko is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Baird misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Baird controlling the position.
Baird wants to control but Klincko is keeping him busy.
Klincko is looking to reverse the position.
Klincko sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Baird thows a huge punch but Klincko dodges it nicely.
Klincko wants to improve his position but Baird is controlling well. #T3#
Baird lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Baird is looking to advance position but Klincko won't allow it.
Baird lands strikes from half guard.
Baird lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Baird is pressing down on Klincko's thigh, looking to free his foot. Klincko is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Baird is trying to work for a kimura but Klincko is defending well.
Klincko moves into full guard. #T4#
Klincko is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Baird throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Macadam Baird has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Klincko wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Baird working some strikes from top position.
Klincko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Klincko pulls Baird in close to his closed guard and prevents Baird from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Baird tries to clinch there but Klincko circles away.
Baird misses with a straight right.
A counter left hand to the body from Klincko misses its target.
Baird uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Klincko.

And that's the end of the fight!
Macadam Baird comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Klincko has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Dave Klincko!
Dave Klincko gave a mention to Spartan Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: DUEL#9 Longshanks vs Blaine
Date: Aug 28, 2016

#R1#
Bentner avoids the head kick by Baird.
Baird changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bentner lands with a nice body punch.
Bentner takes a swing at Baird's ribcage but misses.
Nice uppercut there from Bentner.
Bentner misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Baird counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Baird wants to pass the guard but Bentner is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bentner working a defensive guard here.
Baird wants to pass the guard but Bentner is keeping the position.
Baird trying to control the position from guard on top but Bentner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Bentner keeping full guard, as Baird tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bentner looking to hit a scissor sweep but Baird is one step ahead there.
Bentner pulls Baird in close to prevent any damage.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Baird is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
No luck for Baird with that takedown attempt.
Baird is looking to clinch but Bentner is avoiding it. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bentner throws a shot to the body.
Baird shoots in and drives through. Bentner sprawls well.
Bentner misses with a double jab.
Baird changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Baird throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Bentner's head.
Bentner misses with a straight left.
Baird drops his hands momentarily and Bentner takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bentner throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nick Bentner is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bentner misses with a straight right.
Baird moves out of range as Bentner strikes.
Baird tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bentner swivels and escapes.
Nick Bentner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Macadam Baird.
Baird throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bentner stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bentner ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Baird moves away.
Bentner misses with a combination #CL2#
and Baird moves into the clinch.
Baird is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bentner pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Baird has Bentner pressed against the cage, preventing Bentner from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Baird has Bentner pressed against the cage, preventing Bentner from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T3#
Bentner tries to circle away but Baird has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Bentner breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bentner misses with a looping left.
Bentner throws a shot from downtown. Baird moves away and avoids it.
Baird defending well as Bentner loads up on a big left hand.
Baird keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bentner throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bentner throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bentner doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Baird slips a straight right by Bentner.
The fighters circling - Bentner throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bentner scores with a one two! Baird had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Bentner displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Baird.
Bentner throws a big counter combination but Baird scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A jab from Bentner finds it's way through Baird's defenses.
Bentner misses with a looping right.#T4#
Baird fails with a takedown attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baird misses with a body shot.
Nick Bentner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baird moves away from the strike by Bentner.
And Baird tries to counter it with a takedown but Bentner pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bentner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baird.
Baird ducks under a wild hook from Bentner.
Baird slips under a jab.
Baird darts in looking for a takedown but Bentner gets double underhooks and turns Baird into the cage.
Bentner slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bentner throws a hook to the side of Baird's head but Baird sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice shot by Bentner.
Baird punishes Bentner's body with a nice straight punch.
Baird takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bentner misses with a double jab.
Bentner fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bentner checks a low kick from Baird.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nick Bentner dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Baird shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bentner defends it nicely.
Bentner throws a looping overhand right but Baird ducks down to avoid it.
Bentner dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nick Bentner is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Baird keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baird is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bentner scores with a punch to the head.
Baird scores with a decent looking hook.
Baird scores with a nice strike.
Nick Bentner is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Baird closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES#
Bentner has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Baird is on him like a limpet, forcing Bentner back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baird has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bentner after a bit of a struggle. #BC2#
Baird manages to break the clinch.
Baird takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bentner throws a jab when Baird was well out of range.
Baird tries for a takedown but Bentner sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nick Bentner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Macadam Baird.#T1#
Sloppy strikes from Bentner. Those never looked like landing.
Bentner displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Baird swings for the body but Bentner moves out of range.
Bentner lands with a straight right. Baird didn't see that one coming.
Bentner scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Bentner looks to score with a jab to the body but Baird is just out of range.
Baird shoots in and drives through. Bentner sprawls well.
Bentner is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Baird can do to turn this around?
Bentner lands a nice looking body shot.
Baird fails with a takedown attempt.
Bentner is looking for a counter combo.
Bentner lands with a good body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baird doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Baird throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bentner swings for the body but Baird moves out of range.
Bentner swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bentner jabs at Baird's body.#T2#
Baird jabs at Bentner's body.
Nice sprawl there from Bentner as Baird shoots in.
Bentner lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baird circles away quickly and effectively.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Baird.
Bentner is looking for a counter combo.
Bentner throws a series of strikes that have Baird backpedaling.
Baird tries to bum rush Bentner with a series of wild strikes but Bentner uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bentner misses with a straight right.
Bentner looks to score with a jab to the body but Baird is just out of range.
Baird slips under a jab from Bentner.
Baird swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bentner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Baird lands with a nice combination. Bentner backs away looking to recover.
Bentner circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bentner fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bentner throws a nice looking combination but Baird bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T3#
Baird misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bentner.
Baird drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Baird doesn't manage to clinch there - Bentner circles away.
Baird ducks under a wild hook from Bentner.
Bentner misses with a body shot.
Bentner misses with an uppercut.
Bentner slips a straight right by Baird.
Bentner throws a body shot but no joy.
Baird takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bentner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baird was well out of range. Poor timing from Bentner.
Baird fails in his attempt to clinch.
Baird uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bentner.
Baird showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bentner.
Nice cross by Bentner.#T4#
Bentner scores with a shot to the body.
Baird's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Baird duly obliges.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Bentner tries to keep at a distance but Baird has taken the fight into the clinch.
Baird has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bentner is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Baird is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
Bentner pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Baird fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bentner lands a really nice looking cross but Baird seems unphased.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bentner throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Baird.
Baird shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bentner swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Baird counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Bentner wants to hit a switch here but Baird passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bentner there!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nick Bentner dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Baird shoots in for a takedown but Bentner shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Baird waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bentner.
Bentner misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Baird counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bentner!
You can see the frustration on Bentner's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Baird throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Bentner is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bentner is not content to let Baird control the position.
Bentner can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Baird working the ground and pound but Bentner is defending the strikes.
Baird tries to advance to mount but Bentner denies him.
Bentner is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Bentner's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The referee asks Baird politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Baird prefers to stall for the moment though.
Baird sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Bentner is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Baird wants to control but Bentner is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bentner throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bentner throws a body punch but Baird moves out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Baird 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bentner throws a left and a right that both miss
and Baird cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Baird with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Baird misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bentner just misses with a punch to the body.
Bentner takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bentner throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Baird counters with a single leg into guard. Bentner didn't expect that.
Baird postures up.
Baird is fighting to break Bentner's control of his arms but Bentner is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Nick Bentner is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Baird landing with the ground and pound. #T3#
Bentner pulls Baird in close to prevent any damage.
Baird wants to control from the top but Bentner keeps moving.
Bentner wants to hit a switch here but Baird passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bentner there! #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Baird looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Macadam Baird has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bentner is looking to get to half guard.
Baird scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Bentner?
Bentner is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Baird postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Bentner looks a forlorn figure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Baird lands a big shot there that rocks Bentner but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Macadam Baird comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bentner has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: DUEL#5 Tattum vs Hunter
Date: Jul 31, 2016

#R1#
McGuinness throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baird takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McGuinness takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Baird pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McGuinness takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Baird ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGuinness moves away.
Baird connects with a jab.
McGuinness thuds his right hand into Baird's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Baird lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Baird misses with a takedown attempt - McGuinness sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McGuinness throwing a counter right hand but Baird manages to avoid it.
McGuinness looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Baird shoots in looking for a takedown but McGuinness manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Baird's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baird with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T1#
Baird lands a jab.#TD2#
Baird fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. McGuinness sprawls well initially but Baird persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Baird trying to control the action but McGuinness is working from the bottom. #SUB#
McGuinness looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Baird is working for a kimura but McGuinness is defending it quite comfortably.
Baird wants to pass to mount but McGuinness is defending the position. #T2#
McGuinness trying to control from the bottom.
McGuinness wants to improve his position but Baird is controlling well. #SUB2#
Baird is looking for a kimura but McGuinness is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Baird to get the leverage.
McGuinness makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McGuinness.
Baird controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
McGuinness isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Baird stacks McGuinness on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Baird!
McGuinness tries to bench press Baird off him but Baird keeps the position. #T3#
McGuinness takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Baird lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Baird cracks McGuinness with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Baird wants to lay and pray for a moment but McGuinness keeps working.
McGuinness wants to control but Baird postures up.
Baird advances to full mount.
Baird wants to control the pace but McGuinness is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Baird fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
McGuinness wants to control but Baird is having none of it.
McGuinness is in a horrible position here. Baird smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
McGuinness tries to hold on but Baird pushes him away.
McGuinness slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
McGuinness wants to get back to full guard.
Baird passes to side control.
McGuinness is trying to control Baird's posture but Baird avoids it.
McGuinness is looking to regain half guard here but Baird keeps moving and retains side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
McGuinness takes a swing at Baird's ribcage but misses.
Baird appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Baird comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McGuinness misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baird.
Baird throws a body punch but McGuinness moves out of range.
Baird sizes up McGuinness with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A punch combination from Baird misses.
Baird throws a quick head kick that skims the top of McGuinness's head.
Macadam Baird seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baird ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Baird misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baird misses with a two punch combination.
Baird shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McGuinness pinned against the cage. McGuinness gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
McGuinness throws a right and a left that both miss.
Baird throws out a counter right but McGuinness avoids it with no problem.
Baird shoots for a double leg takedown but McGuinness sprawls well. He's pushed Baird's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
McGuinness was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
No luck for Baird with that takedown attempt.
Connor McGuinness has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Macadam Baird.
McGuinness throws a lazy uppercut
and Baird counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Baird throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McGuinness's waist but McGuinness gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Baird off to one side.
McGuinness is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Baird.
Baird just misses with a punch to the body.
Baird scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McGuinness doesn't seem bothered though. #CL2#
Baird clinches. #TD#
McGuinness drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
McGuinness has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Baird can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Baird looking to pass the guard.
Baird has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
McGuinness can't keep his opponent in guard - Baird advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
McGuinness is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Baird pulls his head out easily.
McGuinness is refusing to be controlled, as Baird sits in half guard.
McGuinness trying to control here. #SUB2#
Baird is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McGuinness is just riding it out for now. Baird eventually gives up the hold. #T3##SUB#
McGuinness looking for submissions off his back.
Baird is taking a breather. McGuinness 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.
Baird tries to pass to full mount but McGuinness defends it. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Baird passes to side control.
McGuinness is looking to regain half guard here but Baird keeps moving and retains side control.
Baird is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Baird has knee on belly and moves into mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Baird lands a big shot there that rocks McGuinness but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Baird wants to control the pace but McGuinness is squirming around nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Baird looks to score with a jab to the body but McGuinness is just out of range.
McGuinness slips a straight right by Baird.
It looked like McGuinness wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McGuinness looks to throw the jab but Baird is out of range.
Baird jabs McGuinness to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Baird's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McGuinness connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Baird scrambles back to his feet.
McGuinness takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McGuinness scores with a nice strike.
Baird scoring well with a low kick there.
Baird changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baird throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baird bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And Baird tries to counter it with a takedown but McGuinness pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Baird misses with a looping right.
McGuinness moves out of range as Baird strikes.
McGuinness is looking to counter punch.#T1#
McGuinness chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Baird can pounce on him.
Baird connects with a high kick.
McGuinness takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McGuinness misses with a hook. Baird ducked under it nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for McGuinness.#CL2#
Baird fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McGuinness, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
McGuinness manages to break the clinch.
Baird takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McGuinness throws a shot from downtown. Baird moves away and avoids it.
Baird comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Baird attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Donk. Baird catches McGuinness right on the button with a cross.
Macadam Baird is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McGuinness rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Baird moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Baird is defended easily by McGuinness.
McGuinness misses with a straight right.
Baird is trying to counter with his kicks.
McGuinness changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Baird looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for McGuinness!
Macadam Baird has got the better of the ground game so far.
Baird controls the position.
McGuinness is trying to get back to half guard.
Baird tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T3#
Baird in side control, just content to control the action for now.
McGuinness gets back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Baird passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for McGuinness!
Baird controlling the pace for now. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Baird's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Baird looking to finish McGuinness with some ground and pound. This is bad for McGuinness!
McGuinness is trying desperately to improve position.
Baird controlling his opponent.
McGuinness is in all sorts of trouble here.
Baird sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Connor McGuinness has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

And that's the end of the fight!
Macadam Baird comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Baird 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Ascension 352
Date: May 28, 2016

#R1#
Baird avoids a kick to the body.
Thrul throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Baird counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Baird connects with a couple of short punches.
Baird slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Baird throwing strikes from guard but Thrul blocks nicely.
Thrul looking to hit a scissor sweep but Baird is one step ahead there.
Baird trying to control but Thrul is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baird is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Baird looking to pass the guard.
Thrul is looking to sweep but instead, Baird has passed into half guard.
Baird thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Thrul's head.
Thrul is refusing to be controlled, as Baird sits in half guard.
Baird controlling the action here.
Thrul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Thrul is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Baird's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Baird's back!
Thrul keeps control of the position as Baird tries to break free.
Thrul lands punches and elbows.
Baird breaks Thrul's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Thrul is looking to cinch up a triangle. Baird throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Thrul's body to avoid the submission. Thrul has instead reached around Baird's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Thrul arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Aznar Thrul!
A very excited looking Aznar Thrul 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: EPL Season 9 Final
Date: Apr 28, 2016

#R1#
Brigglett walks into a stiff left hand from Baird.
Baird is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Baird scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#TD#
Baird looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Baird scoring with some ground and pound.
Baird 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.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Baird's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Baird sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Baird stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brigglett swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Brigglett keeping moving, preventing Baird from controlling successfully.
Baird controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Baird tries to free his leg and advance position but Brigglett is retaining full guard.
Baird stands and throws Brigglett's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Brigglett tries to bench press Baird off him but Baird keeps the position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Brigglett wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Brigglett gets back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baird slows the pace down in half guard.
Baird seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Brigglett for as long as he can get away with.#SUB#
Baird is looking for a kimura here.
Baird is looking to advance position but Brigglett won't allow it. #T3#
Baird scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Well, if Baird is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Baird looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Brigglett with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Baird in particular looking to stall.
Brigglett wants to improve his position but Baird is controlling well. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Baird wants to take a breather but Brigglett is having none of it.
Brigglett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Baird. #SUB#
Baird is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Brigglett defends it well.
Baird is nestled in close to Brigglett, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Baird works his foot free and advances to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Baird thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Baird misses with a wild body shot.
Baird misses with a wild body shot.
Brigglett throws a counter combo.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Baird.
Brigglett on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Baird moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Baird throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baird looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Baird changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Brigglett tries to avoid it but Baird manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Brigglett to the ground. Brigglett escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Baird shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Brigglett pinned against the cage. Brigglett gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good work by Brigglett as he checks the leg kick.
Macadam Baird seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baird with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T1#
Baird misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brigglett.
Baird is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brigglett can do to turn this around?
Baird dives in for a single leg takedown but Brigglett sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Macadam Baird. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Baird shoots for a takedown but Brigglett saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Baird with a lazy takedown attempt
and Brigglett counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Baird fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Brigglett moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Baird lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Baird throws a low kick but it's checked well by Brigglett.
Brigglett wants to land a leg kick but Baird is out of range.
Brigglett avoids the body shot from Baird.
Brigglett throws a counter combo.
Dane Brigglett seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Baird shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Baird was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
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!
Baird working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T2#
Baird is looking to take a break and control but Brigglett is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Baird landing strikes.
Baird wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brigglett keeps working. #SUB#
Baird is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Brigglett has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Baird is looking to take a break and control but Brigglett is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Baird misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Brigglett is looking to reverse the position.
You can see the frustration on Brigglett's face as Baird controls the position.
Baird tries to score with some ground and pound. Brigglett controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Sloppy strikes there by Baird.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Baird tries to advance to mount but Brigglett denies him.
Baird throws an elbow but Brigglett slips to the side and avoids it well.
Baird wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brigglett keeps working.
Brigglett seems a little lost for a moment, as Baird dominates the positioning.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Baird catches Brigglett with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Macadam Baird dominated that second round.
That's time! Baird's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Baird uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Brigglett has time to react.
Brigglett waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Baird.
Baird attempts a counter takedown but Brigglett avoids it well and moves away.
Baird throws a hook but Brigglett avoids it easily.
Brigglett swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Baird throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Brigglett dodges the punch combination from Baird.
Brigglett connects with a nice looking jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brigglett uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baird.
Brigglett throws a nice looking combination but Baird bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Brigglett on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A leg kick checked by Brigglett.#T1#
Brigglett takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Brigglett walks into a stiff left hand from Baird.
Baird lands a jab to the nose.
Baird fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Brigglett manages to avoid it.
Brigglett misses with a combination
and Baird counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dane Brigglett is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Baird avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Baird scores with a nice right hand.
Brigglett takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Baird takes a swing at Brigglett's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Baird closes the distance and clinches.
Macadam Baird is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Baird looking for a takedown.
Brigglett wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Baird tries for a takedown. No joy.
Baird stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Brigglett will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Baird up against the cage.
Baird blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Brigglett wants to break free but Baird has control.
Brigglett misses with some punches.
Brigglett has had enough of the clinch but Baird keeps him there for the moment.
Dane Brigglett has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Brigglett tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baird's elbow.
Baird prevents Brigglett from breaking the clinch.
Baird is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Macadam Baird. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The referee is keeping an eye on Brigglett - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #BC2#
Brigglett manages to break the clinch.
Baird misses with a two punch combination.
A countering left hand to the body from Brigglett misses.
Baird fails with the takedown.#TD#
Baird closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Brigglett did well to prevent Baird getting side control.#ES2#
Brigglett has one foot on Baird's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dane Brigglett comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Baird has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Macadam Baird!
After the big win, Macadam Baird made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Voodoo Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

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