Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DUEL#186 Vee Vs Laiho
Date: Oct 13, 2018

#R1#
Boag throws a low kick but Aoki avoids it.#TD2#
Aoki fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Boag sprawls well initially but Aoki persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Aoki is trying to control. Boag wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #ES#
Boag makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Boag looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Aoki keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Aoki doesn't manage to clinch there - Boag circles away.
Aoki blocks a leg kick.
Chris Boag seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boag dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Aoki. That did some damage!
Boag throws the left hand but Aoki avoids the punch easily.
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!
Aoki tries to close the distance and clinch up but Boag swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Boag keeps the fight on the outside.
Boag looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Boag slaps away a takedown attempt from Aoki, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Boag.
Aoki tries to clinch up.
Boag throws a big shot that misses.
Boag dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Aoki. That did some damage!
Boag scores with a push kick.
Boag looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Boag stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Boag wants it to stay on the feet.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown but Boag shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Chris Boag has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Taiki Aoki.
Boag stuns Aoki with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Boag throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Aoki changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boag tries to avoid it but Aoki manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boag to the ground. Boag escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Aoki closes the distance and clinches up with Boag, looking for a takedown. Aoki pushes Boag against the cage but Boag circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Aoki takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Aoki fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Boag wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Boag throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Boag throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boag lands with a hook. Aoki tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Boag tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aoki was well out of range. Poor timing from Boag.
Boag throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boag scores with a three punch combo!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boag walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Aoki checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Aoki dives in for a single leg takedown but Boag sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Aoki fails with a takedown attempt.
Aoki misses the jab.#T2#
Boag throws a body kick that misses.
Aoki on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Boag. Boag obviously looking to wear him down.
Boag misses with a wild combination.
Aoki with a hook.
Aoki fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Aoki shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Boag napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Boag is trying to buck Aoki off.
My spies in Shit House inform me that Aoki has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#ES#
Boag throws Aoki to one side and escapes!
Boag tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Aoki is able to avoid easily.
Boag feints and then cracks Aoki's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Aoki down.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Boag, right into the meat.
Boag ducks under a wild hook from Aoki.
A punch lands to the side of Boag 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Aoki shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Boag defends it nicely.#T3##CL2#
Aoki gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Boag works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Boag misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aoki.
Boag lands a right hand.
Aoki is looking to take this one to the mat.
Boag lands with a right to the head.
Boag lands a shot to the body.
Aoki looks winded!#BC#
Boag breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Aoki throws a hook to the side of Boag's head but Boag sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boag lands with an uppercut that bounces Aoki off the cage and back into range.
Boag throws out a leg kick but Aoki moves out of range and Boag only half commits.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Boag.
Boag moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Boag pushes Aoki away with a front kick.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boag lands a right hook to the body.
Boag scores with a leg kick.
Aoki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boag feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Aoki's calf.#TD2#
Aoki shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Boag is trying to defend but Aoki finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Boag is trying to stand up here but Aoki is controlling him well.
Aoki looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Boag tries to kick Aoki off but Aoki keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Boag defends it well. #SUB2#
Boag is defending against the submission attempts here by Aoki.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boag does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Aoki stops Boag from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chris Boag dominated that round.
That's time! Boag's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Boag lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Boag throws a sloppy head kick and Aoki moves out of range easily.
Boag lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Chris Boag is winning the standup battle so far.
Aoki has his takedown stuffed
and Boag connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boag misses with an uppercut. Aoki saw that one coming.#TD2#
Aoki shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Boag is trying to stand back up but Aoki is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boag is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Aoki can do to turn this around?
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boag keeps working.
Boag is trying to stand.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T1#
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boag does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown but Boag shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Boag misses with a low kick.
Aoki moves out of range of the leg kick from Boag.#TD2#
Aoki shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Boag is trying to stand up here but Aoki is controlling him well.
Boag trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Aoki working over Boag with some ground and pound. Boag looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boag looks like he's trying to stand up.
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boag does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boag wants to get back to his feet.#ES#
Boag kicks off Aoki and gets to his feet.
Aoki's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Aoki shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Boag pinned against the cage. Boag gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Boag tried to counter with a leg kick but Aoki avoided it.
Chris Boag has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Taiki Aoki.#T2#
Aoki scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Aoki scores with a decent looking hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boag thuds his shin into the meat of Aoki's side.
Aoki checks the leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Boag.
Aoki looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Aoki lands with a good body shot.
Jab by Boag.
Aoki chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Boag can pounce on him.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown but Boag shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Boag tried to counter with a leg kick but Aoki avoided it.
Boag uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Aoki.
A telegraphed right hand from Aoki misses the target.
Boag wants to slow Aoki down by chopping away at his legs.
Boag throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T3#
Boag scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Boag throws a leg kick but Aoki sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A slapping body kick lands there for Boag.
Aoki takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Boag pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chris Boag is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Boag. Aoki shrugs it off though.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Aoki.
Aoki is breathing heavily.
Aoki shoots in looking for a takedown. Boag tries to sprawl out of it but Aoki keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Boag manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Boag tries to land a leg kick but Aoki saw it coming and moves away.
A decent looking cross lands there for Boag.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Boag.
Aoki shoots in but Boag avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Boag moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T4#
Boag throws a push kick but Aoki slaps the foot to one side.
Boag scores with a spinning back kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aoki shoots in but no luck this time.
Nice body kick from Boag.
Boag scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Aoki keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boag.
Boag connects with a solid leg kick.
Aoki fails with a takedown attempt.
Boag lands a leg kick that knocks Aoki off balance momentarily.
Boag throws a head kick but Aoki moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Boag. That's going to slow Aoki down. #CL2#
Aoki has managed to clinch.
Aoki tries to score a body lock takedown but Boag shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Aoki is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Boag to keep the fight standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chris Boag dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Boag swings and misses with a hook to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Aoki.
Boag chopping away at his opponent's legs. #TD2#
Aoki closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES#
Boag throws Aoki to one side and escapes!
Aoki avoids the body shot from Boag.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Aoki.
Boag looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Boag tries to land a front kick but Aoki steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Aoki is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aoki has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Boag.
Boag chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Aoki shoots for a double leg takedown but Boag sprawls well. He's pushed Aoki's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Chris Boag has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Taiki Aoki.
Aoki changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boag tries to avoid it but Aoki manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boag to the ground. Boag escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Aoki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Aoki tries to score a power double leg takedown but Boag sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Aoki somewhat.#T1#
Boag thumps Aoki with a low kick.
Aoki has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Boag.
Aoki tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A head kick misses from Boag.
An inside leg kick lands from Boag.
Boag lands a jab-cross combination.
Boag tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Aoki is able to avoid easily.
A jab lands there for Boag.
Boag connects with a leg kick. Aoki looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #TD2#
Aoki looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Boag!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boag wants to get back to his feet.
Aoki grinds an elbow into Boag's temple.
Aoki tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Aoki lands a nice forearm strike.
Taiki Aoki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Boag pushes Aoki away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Aoki gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Aoki landing a few strikes.
Boag is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Aoki has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Aoki scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Boag to see if he's OK.
Boag is trying to buck Aoki off.
Aoki creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Boag prevents Aoki from improving position.
Boag wants to get back to his feet.
Aoki is chipping away with strikes.
Aoki cracks Boag with a big elbow.
Boag pushes Aoki away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Aoki gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Aoki grinds an elbow into Boag's temple.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Aoki in side control lands a decent elbow.
Boag is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Aoki is controlling him well.
Aoki cracks Boag with a big right hand but Boag just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Aoki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Aoki trying to control the position but Boag is working away.
Boag is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Aoki asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Aoki is chipping away with strikes.
Boag is trying to buck Aoki off.
Boag being controlled for a moment.
Boag is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T4##SUB2#
Aoki looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Boag pushes Aoki away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Aoki gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Aoki trying to control the action but Boag is working from the bottom.
Boag is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Aoki is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Aoki looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Boag is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: CEC 596
Date: Jun 20, 2018

#R1#
A big right from Cosades misses. #TD#
Aoki shoots in and bounces Cosades off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Our spies down at at Sweat inform us that Cosades has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Aoki working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Cosades is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Aoki preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Aoki is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aoki stands and throws Cosades's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Cosades tries to improve position but can't.
Cosades dodges the ground and pound from Aoki.
Aoki scoring with punches from side control.
Cosades is trying to get back to half guard.
Aoki throws a strike aimed at the side of Cosades's head but Cosades avoids it well.
A lull in the action here as Aoki stalls from top position.
Cosades avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Aoki. #T2#
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cosades keeps working. #SUB#
Aoki tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cosades manages to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Aoki's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Cosades has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Aoki is working away from the top position though.
Cosades controlling the position well.
Aoki lands with a punch from half guard. #T3#
Cosades trying to control from the bottom.
Cosades gets full guard.
Aoki stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cosades swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cosades is trying to keep Aoki in close.
Cosades keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Cosades not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Aoki's corner calls for a 1-2. Aoki obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #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.
Cosades jabs at Aoki's body.
Aoki misses with a takedown attempt - Cosades sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Cosades stuffs the takedown attempt from Aoki. Aoki gets slowly back to his feet.
Cosades looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Aoki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cosades.
Aoki with a lazy takedown attempt
and Cosades connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Taiki Aoki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aoki throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cosades's waist but Cosades gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Aoki off to one side.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aoki shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cosades throws an overhand right that lands on Aoki's shoulder, as Aoki tries to avoid the shot.
Cosades takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Aoki fails with the takedown
and Cosades counters with a nice uppercut.
Cosades pivots, looking for a leg kick but Aoki is out of range and Cosades settles back down.
Aoki throws an overhand right that lands on Cosades's shoulder, as Cosades tries to avoid the shot.
A little jabbing left from Cosades on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cosades moves out of range of the strikes.
Cosades throws a big shot that misses.
Cosades throws a hook to the side of Aoki's head but Aoki sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Aoki throws a right hand that misses
and Aoki takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Cosades in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki looks for a takedown but Cosades sprawls well.
Aoki chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Cosades can pounce on him. #T1#
Aoki throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Aoki misses with a takedown attempt
and Cosades cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Taiki Aoki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aoki misses with a takedown attempt - Cosades sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Aoki slips under a jab.
Aoki slips under a jab from Cosades.
Cosades throws a leg kick but Aoki checks it.
Cosades throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Aoki counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2#
Cosades is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Aoki frees his head nicely. Oh but Cosades has switched to an armbar! Aoki is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Caius Cosades!
Caius Cosades decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CEC 591
Date: May 30, 2018

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Aoki.
Panikov appears to be looking for a big counter.
Panikov lands the left hand.#TD2#
Aoki gets the takedown into side control.
Panikov is looking to reverse the position.
The strikes coming from Aoki are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Panikov regains half guard, as Aoki was trying to land strikes.
Panikov's coaches at Crassus have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Panikov is staying active underneath Aoki, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki wants to pass to mount but Panikov is defending the position.
Aoki is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Panikov is staying active underneath Aoki, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Aoki missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Panikov is trying to get back to full guard.
Aoki stalling away here and it's allowed Panikov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Aoki controls from within his opponent's guard.
Aoki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Panikov is keeping the position for now. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Panikov keeps moving.
Panikov controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Panikov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A jab from Panikov does it's job there.
Aoki swings widly with a right hand
and Panikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Panikov looks to score with a jab to the body but Aoki is just out of range.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown but Panikov shows good takedown defense.
Panikov stuffs the takedown attempt from Aoki. Aoki gets slowly back to his feet.
A big right from Aoki misses.
Panikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aoki was well out of range. Poor timing from Panikov.
Panikov just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Aoki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panikov.
A swing and a miss from Panikov.
Sergey Panikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Aoki shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Panikov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Aoki missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Panikov trying to keep a closed guard but Aoki is proving a slippery customer.
Aoki is looking to work some ground and pound but Panikov has wrist control.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Panikov keeps moving.
Aoki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Panikov is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Panikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Aoki content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Aoki postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Panikov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Aoki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Panikov is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Panikov keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Aoki takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Aoki throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Panikov on the side of the head.
Panikov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Panikov as he jumps to the side.
Sergey Panikov is winning the standup battle so far.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Aoki is defended easily by Panikov.
Aoki misses with a lunging right hand
and Panikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aoki checks the leg kick nicely there.
A shot to the liver by Panikov. Beautiful body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panikov cracks a nice hook into Aoki's ribs.
Panikov just misses with a punch to the body.
Aoki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Panikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Aoki.
Panikov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aoki throws a jab when Panikov was well out of range.
It looked like Panikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sergey Panikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Panikov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Aoki has a takedown stuffed.
Sergey Panikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Taiki Aoki.
Aoki blocks the body kick.
Panikov misses with a wild body shot.
Aoki throws a hook to the side of Panikov's head but Panikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Panikov as he avoids it easily.
Panikov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Aoki connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Panikov scrambles back to his feet.
Panikov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Panikov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Panikov thuds a left hand into Aoki's body.
Aoki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aoki takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Panikov throws the left hand but Aoki avoids the punch easily.
It seemed like Aoki was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Panikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aoki moves away.
Panikov moves into range and connects with a jab.
A jab from Panikov does it's job there.#T2#
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!
Panikov stuffs the takedown.
Panikov misses with a body shot.
Aoki walks into a jab.
A combination from Panikov does no damage.
Panikov swings for the body but Aoki moves out of range.
Aoki fails with a takedown attempt.
Panikov throws a hook but Aoki avoids it easily.
Aoki tries for a takedown but Panikov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Aoki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Panikov.
Panikov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Panikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aoki was well out of range. Poor timing from Panikov.
Panikov swings for the body but Aoki moves out of range.
Aoki let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A left lands for Aoki.
Aoki takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T3#
Panikov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Aoki changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Panikov tries to avoid it but Aoki manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Panikov to the ground. Panikov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Aoki closes this distance looking for a takedown but Panikov circles away.
Panikov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Aoki misses with a takedown attempt
and Panikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Panikov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Panikov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Panikov is looking to wear down Aoki with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Aoki is trying hard to land a takedown here. Panikov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Aoki shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Panikov pinned against the cage. Panikov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Aoki is breathing heavily.
Panikov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aoki.
Panikov leaves Aoki with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Panikov but Panikov pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Panikov.
Aoki is trying hard to land a takedown here. Panikov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Aoki throws an off balance right hand
and Panikov counters with a good low kick that Aoki was not able to check.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aoki avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jab from Panikov.
Panikov swings for the body but Aoki moves out of range.
Aoki looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Aoki might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Panikov works the jab nicely.
Aoki avoids a punch combination nicely.
That kick from Panikov tenderised Aoki's leg. Aoki is trying to keep his angry face on.#TD2#
Aoki fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Panikov to the ground. Aoki is now in Panikov's guard.
Panikov keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Aoki loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Panikov dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Panikov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Panikov enables Aoki to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Panikov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Panikov has Aoki pulled in close to control his posture.
Aoki looking to pass the guard.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Panikov keeps moving.
Aoki postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panikov wants to stand up but Aoki is controlling him.
Panikov can't keep his opponent in guard - Aoki advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1#
Aoki trying to advance position but Panikov counters by regaining guard.
Taiki Aoki has got the better of the ground game so far.
Aoki with a flurry of punches that miss.
Panikov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Aoki.
Aoki stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Panikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Panikov pulls Aoki in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Aoki on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Aoki avoids the body shot from Panikov.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Panikov, right into the meat.
Panikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aoki manages to avoid it.
Panikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aoki manages to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Aoki on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Aoki shoots in and drives through. Panikov sprawls well.
A counter left hand to the body from Panikov misses its target.
Panikov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Panikov as he avoids it easily.
Panikov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Panikov clobbers Aoki with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Aoki walks into a straight right hand from Panikov.
Aoki checks a leg kick.
Panikov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Aoki fails with a takedown attempt.
Sergey Panikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Taiki Aoki.#T3#
Aoki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aoki avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Panikov takes a swing at Aoki's ribcage but misses.
Aoki walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Aoki scores with a jab. Panikov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Aoki misses with a body shot.
Aoki lands a jab to Panikov's midsection.
Panikov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Aoki shoots in but Panikov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Panikov misses its target.
Aoki shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Panikov pinned against the cage. Panikov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Aoki takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Panikov thuds his right hand into Aoki's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Panikov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Aoki's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Panikov lands with a shot to the body.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Aoki ducks under a wild hook from Panikov.
Aoki looks for a takedown but Panikov sprawls well.
Aoki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Panikov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#ROC#
Aoki is rocked!
Aoki fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sergey Panikov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Panikov 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Panikov!
Sergey Panikov took some time post fight to say the following; 'You lose to slow learner with little skill, how you feel? I smoke cigarettes, 40 a day, and eat pizza.'.

Event: CEC 582
Date: Apr 18, 2018

#R1##TD#
Aoki darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Aoki is looking to take a break and control but Page is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Aoki is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Page looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Page looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1#
Page wants to control but Aoki is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Aoki missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Aoki is trying to control. Page wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Page wants to improve his position but Aoki is controlling well.
Aoki is looking to take a break and control but Page is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Page is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Page is trying to maintain the position but Aoki is very close to passing his half guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Aoki perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Aoki swings for the body but Page moves out of range.
Aoki connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Aoki lands a jab to the nose.
Page looks to land a right hand but Aoki moved out of range.
Aoki lands an overhand right.
Page on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Page throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Aoki keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Page.
Page misses the shot to the body.
Aoki avoids the head kick by Page.
Aoki tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Page defends well and Aoki ends up having to push Page into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Page keeps Aoki at a distance using the push kick.
Page goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #TD#
Page gets caught flat footed, as Aoki shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Page had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Aoki defends it easily.#T3#
Page wants to sweep but no luck.
Aoki postures up and lands a big shot to Page's brow.
Aoki is in close to Page's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Aoki is in close to Page's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Aoki in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Page has an active guard here but Aoki has managed to pass into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Aoki's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Aoki not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4##SUB2#
Page looking for submissions off his back.
Aoki is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Page is looking to improve his position but Aoki isn't that keen on the idea.
Aoki looking to control and managing it successfully.
Aoki 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Page is trying desperately to improve position.
Aoki looking to control but Page is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that round.
That's time! Aoki's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Page throws a body shot but no joy.
Aoki lands a glancing blow to the side of Page's head.
Page swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Page drops his hands momentarily and Aoki takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Page uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Page is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aoki.
A quick step to the side and Aoki tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aoki stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Page.
Page has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Aoki lands with a shot to the body.
Aoki misses with a takedown attempt - Page sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Page throws a head kick but Aoki moves out of range.
Aoki on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Aoki tests Page's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Taiki Aoki is winning the standup battle so far.
Aoki misses with a body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Aoki scores with a nice head shot.
Page throws a nice inside leg kick.
Aoki ducks under a wild hook from Page.#T1#
Page connects with a solid leg kick.
Aoki scores with a hook to the body. Page takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Aoki steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Page.
Aoki cracks Page with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Page.
Page throws a lazy right hand but Aoki sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Page swings for the body but Aoki moves out of range.
Aoki tries to score a power double leg takedown but Page sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Aoki somewhat.
Page looks to land a left hand but Aoki moved out of range nicely.
Aoki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Page.
Aoki ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Page moves away.
Page appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Aoki is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Page can do to turn this around?
Page throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aoki sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Aoki changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Page moves away from the strike by Aoki.
Decent striking displayed by Aoki there.#T2##TD#
Aoki shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Page napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Page is not content to let Aoki control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki scores with punches from side control.
Aoki working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T3#
Page is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Aoki in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Aoki working the head and body with strikes.
Page is trying to improve his position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Page prevents Aoki from improving position.
Aoki has knee on belly momentarily but Page bucks him off and regains half guard.
Page is staying active underneath Aoki, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Page is trying to maintain the position but Aoki is very close to passing his half guard.
Aoki wants to control but Page is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Page actively working from the bottom here.
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Page keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
The fighters circling - Page throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Page looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Aoki walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Aoki throws an overhand right that lands on Page's shoulder, as Page tries to avoid the shot.
That kick from Page tenderised Aoki's leg. Aoki is trying to keep his angry face on.
Page pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Aoki avoids the head kick by Page.
Aoki shoots in and drives through. Page sprawls well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aoki. Page does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aoki dives in for a single leg takedown but Page sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Aoki shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Page is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Aoki pulls his head out easily.
Page blocking the ground and pound attempt from Aoki. #T1#
Aoki thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Page's head.
Page slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Page utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Aoki throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Page has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Aoki is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Page.#SUB#
Aoki wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Page, who protects the arm well. #T2#
Page tries to improve position but can't.
Aoki landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Page is trying to get back to half guard.
Aoki controlling from side mount.
Aoki trying to control the action but Page is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Aoki working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Page wants to control but Aoki postures up.
Dennis Page has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Taiki Aoki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Taiki Aoki overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Page is letting Aoki control him for a moment.
Page gets back to half guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Page is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Aoki pulls his head out easily.
Aoki takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Page displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Aoki.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Taiki Aoki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aoki fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Aoki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aoki connects with a body shot that sends Page's belly button to the back.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Page misses with a straight right.
A counter left hand to the body from Aoki misses its target.#TD#
Aoki shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Page manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Page will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taiki Aoki!
Taiki Aoki decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CEC 578
Date: Mar 28, 2018

#R1#
Turkinen slips a straight right by Aoki.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Aoki has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Turkinen missing with a left hand there. Aoki was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD2#
Aoki shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Aoki showed some decent athleticism there.
Turkinen taking some punishment here, with Aoki in his half guard.
Aoki missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Aoki misses with a head shot. Turkinen uses the momentum to regain guard.
Turkinen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Aoki.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Aoki is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Turkinen looks calm but he's in trouble here. Aoki gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Turkinen is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Aoki lets go of the hold and Turkinen can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Taiki Aoki!
Taiki Aoki thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CEC 567
Date: Feb 07, 2018

#R1#
Jones throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Aoki.
Aoki takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jones delivers a nice body kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Aoki lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Aoki avoids the body shot from Jones.
Jones misses the shot to the body.
Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Aoki fails with a takedown attempt.
Jones feinted with a counter takedown.
Aoki has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Aoki blocks the body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jones cracks Aoki with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jones fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Aoki is out of range.
Jones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Aoki circles away quickly and effectively.#T1##TD2#
Aoki fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Jones sprawls well initially but Aoki persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Jones is looking for a sweep. Aoki is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jones desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Aoki is looking to take a break and control but Jones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jones blocking the ground and pound attempt from Aoki.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Jones looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Aoki pushes past his half guard into mount!
Jones really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T2#
Aoki throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Jones is looking to improve his position but Aoki isn't that keen on the idea.
Aoki tries to control but Jones wriggling away.
Aoki controlling from the full mount.
Aoki misses with a head shot.
Jones is squirming around, avoiding Aoki's attempts to control the action.
Aoki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Aoki fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #T3#
Aoki working the ground and pound effectively.
Jones tries to lock up and control but Aoki gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Aoki is landing with some decent strikes but Jones is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Aoki prevents Jones from getting the reversal.
Aoki trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Aoki with good strikes from the mount here!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Aoki is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Jones can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Jones is in all sorts of trouble here.
Jones manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Aoki perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4#
Jones avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aoki.
Jones wants to improve his position but Aoki is controlling well.
Jones moves into full guard.
Aoki loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Aoki.
Aoki postures up in Jones's guard and throws a big left but Jones blocks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Aoki working some strikes from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that 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.
#R2#
Jones fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jones connects with a single shot there.
Jones dives in for a single leg takedown but Aoki sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And Aoki tries to counter it with a takedown but Jones pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL#
Jones forces Aoki back against the cage and clinches.
Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The referee calls for Aoki to work.
Aoki trying to control the position but instead, Jones has worked for underhooks and has pushed Aoki into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A hook to the body from Aoki.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jones.
Aoki lands with a left to the head.
Aoki wants to stall. #T1#
Aoki swings wildly with an uppercut but Jones uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jones blocking some punches.
Aoki tries a body shot but Jones blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aoki.
Still in the clinch, Jones scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jones misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jones pushes Aoki back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jones lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jones blocking some punches.
Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Aoki.
Aoki is looking to control Jones's arms but Jones gets an underhook and turns him. Now Aoki has his back to the cage.
A short uppercut from Jones.
Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aoki.
Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Aoki swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Aoki has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
A head punch on the inside from Aoki fails to land.
Aoki misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones.
Aoki can't find room to land a body shot as Jones controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aoki.
Aoki misses with the head strike. #TD#
Jones lands a takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Jones working the ground and pound from side control.
Jones works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Aoki regains half guard.
Jones landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Aoki is looking to control Jones's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aoki avoid being mounted?#T3#
Jones prevents Aoki from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Aoki manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Aoki working for a triangle but Jones defends it easily. #SUB2#
Aoki had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jones defends it easily.
Jones is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Aoki throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Jones working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jones is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jones scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jones's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Aoki looking for a sweep. Not yet Aoki, not yet.
Jones trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.
Jones throws a big right hand that misses.
Jones throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jones accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malik Jones dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Aoki closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jones circles away.
Aoki misses with a low kick.
Jones is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jones throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aoki manages to avoid it.
Aoki changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jones is looking to wear down Aoki with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
No joy there for Jones, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Aoki cracks Jones with an open hand slap.#CL#
Jones darts in and clinches Aoki up against the cage.
Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Jones lands with a right to the head.
Aoki's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Aoki blocks a body shot from Jones.
Jones blocks an uppercut.
Aoki misses with some punches. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jones.
Jones misses with the head strike.
Aoki lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Jones misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Jones misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aoki scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aokis head.
Malik Jones has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Jones misses with some punches.
Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Aoki.
Jones prevents a body shot from Aoki.
Aoki has a couple of punches blocked by Jones.
Jones drops down looking for an ankle pick but Aoki pulls his leg out and moves away.
A jab from Jones does it's job there.#T2#
Aoki lands with an overhand left.
Malik Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aoki scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jones doesn't seem bothered though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A bone on bone clash there as Jones blocks the leg kick.
Aoki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones manages to avoid it.
Jones tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Aoki manages to circle out of the way.
Aoki throws a body shot but no joy.
Aoki throws a front kick aimed at Jones's knee but Jones avoids it well. #CL#
Jones takes the fight into the clinch.
Aoki throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Joness head.
Aoki prevents a body shot from Jones.
Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jones tries to work over Aoki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Aoki misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jones working aggressively here. #T3#
Jones changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Aoki fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Aoki closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jones circles away.
Aoki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones manages to avoid it.
Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aoki manages to avoid it.
Jones throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
And Aoki tries to counter it with a takedown but Jones pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A punch lands to the side of Aoki 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Aoki throws a low kick but Jones avoids it.#TD2#
Aoki gets a takedown into half guard.
Jones wants to get back to full guard.
Jones is pressing down on Aoki's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Aoki won't allow Jones to sweep him here.
Aoki working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jones 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.
Jones has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Jones keeps moving.

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 Malik Jones.
I think Jones 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Malik Jones!
Malik Jones was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: CEC 564
Date: Jan 17, 2018

#R1#
Dekkers misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Aoki counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Aoki.
Aoki passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Aoki is looking to take a break and control but Dekkers is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ground and pound from Aoki seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Aoki misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dekkers keeps working.
Dekkers sneaks back into half guard.#T1#
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dekkers does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Aoki is taking a breather. Dekkers 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.
Dekkers is not content to let Aoki control the position.
Dekkers keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Aoki not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Aoki trying to advance position but Dekkers counters by regaining guard.
Dekkers utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dekkers pulls Aoki in to control the position.
Aoki is working Dekkers over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Aoki stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dekkers swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dekkers seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dekkers keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Aoki looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dekkers is fending him off so far but Aoki persists. Nope, Dekkers circles away and we're back to standing.
Aoki throws a leg kick that is checked
and Dekkers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Aoki takes one to the side of the head.
Dekkers moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T3#
Aoki misses with a straight right.
Dekkers blocks a jab.
Dekkers appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dekkers looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Aoki drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dekkers sprawls and moves away.
Bas Dekkers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dekkers blocks a low kick nicely.
Dekkers connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dekkers lands a jab to Aoki's midsection.
Dekkers scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dekkers scores with a leg kick.
Aoki tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dekkers sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Aoki somewhat.#T4#
Dekkers checks a low kick from Aoki.
Dekkers misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Aoki counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dekkers!
Dekkers tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
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!
You can see the frustration on Dekkers's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Dekkers is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Aoki patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Aoki gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Aoki trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
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 Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Dekkers lands a leg kick that knocks Aoki off balance momentarily.
Dekkers looks to score with a jab to the body but Aoki is just out of range.
Dekkers chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Aoki blocks a low kick nicely.
Dekkers takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Aoki misses with a body shot.
Aoki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dekkers attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dekkers scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T1#
Dekkers throws a leg kick but Aoki moved away.
Dekkers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Aoki.
Dekkers misses with a low kick.
Bas Dekkers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Aoki misses with a takedown
and Dekkers counters with an inside leg kick.
Aoki looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dekkers throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Aoki misses the shot to the body.
Dekkers throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Dekkers misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Aoki counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Aoki.
Aoki throwing strikes from guard but Dekkers blocks nicely.
Dekkers is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dekkers is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Dekkers might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Aoki haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Aoki slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dekkers keeps working. #T3#
Aoki cracks Dekkers with a big elbow.
Dekkers tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Aoki wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Aoki tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dekkers keeps working. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dekkers is looking for a sweep.
Dekkers parries the strikes from Aoki easily there. Aoki is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Dekkers to escape.
Dekkers is not content to let Aoki control the position.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dekkers looks to move to half guard but instead Aoki has passed into mount! Damn!
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 Taiki Aoki 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. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Aoki with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dekkers counters with a low kick, right behind Aoki 's knee.
Aoki lands a jab to Dekkers's midsection.
Nice sprawl there from Dekkers as Aoki shoots in.
Dekkers thinks about the counter body kick.
A solid body kick from Dekkers.
Dekkers throws a leg kick #TD#
and Aoki counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Aoki working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dekkers pulls Aoki in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dekkers keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Aoki preventing the sweep. #T1#
Dekkers not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Aoki trying to control but Dekkers is working from the bottom.
Aoki is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Dekkers looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dekkers takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Dekkers misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Aoki counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aoki accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Aoki pushes down on Dekkers's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dekkers regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Aoki.
Bas Dekkers has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dekkers trying to control the position here.
Dekkers preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Aoki throws a strike but Dekkers rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3#
Aoki is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Dekkers is trying to get back to full guard.
Aoki trying to control from half guard but Dekkers is working away.
Taiki Aoki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Aoki is controlling the pace.
Dekkers trying to control here.
Taiki Aoki overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dekkers tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Aoki is trying to control the action in half guard but Dekkers is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Aoki with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dekkers tries to roll over but Aoki keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aoki is taking a breather. Dekkers 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.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taiki Aoki!
Taiki Aoki decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CEC 559
Date: Dec 13, 2017

#R1#
Puno fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Puno stuns Aoki with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Puno just misses with a punch to the body.
Aoki takes one to the chin there.
Puno pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Aoki changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Puno lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Aoki misses the shot to the body.
Puno jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Aoki has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Shit House in the buildup to the fight.
Puno moves into range and connects with a jab. #TD2#
Puno shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Aoki might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aoki 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.
Puno looking to pass the guard.
Puno slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Aoki is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Puno controlling from the top position.
Puno preventing the sweep.
Puno controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Puno from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Aoki drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T2#
Aoki throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Puno gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Aoki working over Puno with some ground and pound. Puno looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Aoki is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Aoki throwing shots but Puno is blocking nicely.
Puno is not content to let Aoki control the position.
Aoki perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3#
Aoki is looking to take a break and control but Puno is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Aoki prevents Puno from improving his position.
Aoki sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Puno defending well though.
Aoki lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Puno looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Aoki trying to control from Puno's half guard. Puno has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB2#
Puno is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Aoki is aware though and is defending well.
Puno trying to control the position.
Puno 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#
Puno prevents Aoki from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Puno is looking to take a break and control but Aoki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Puno throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Aoki to regain full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tyaf Daeland Puno dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Puno. Aoki does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tyaf Daeland Puno seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Puno throws a hook to the side of Aoki's head but Aoki sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slow jab from Aoki misses its intended target.
Aoki looks for a takedown but Puno sprawls well.
Aoki walks into a jab.
Aoki takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Aoki takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Puno but Puno pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Puno has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puno does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Puno scores with the left hand. Aoki knows he should have avoided that one.
Puno tests Aoki's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Puno connects with the punch.#T1#
Puno jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Aoki misses with a low kick as Puno jumps back.
Puno fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Aoki checks it well.
Aoki takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Puno sprawls well. Puno wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Aoki gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Taiki Aoki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Puno lands a head shot.
Puno's corner calls for a 1-2. Puno obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Puno. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Puno.
Aoki ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aoki attempts a counter takedown but Puno avoids it well and moves away.
Puno connects with a single shot there.
Puno misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
Puno misses with a body shot.
Aoki feinted with a counter takedown.
Aoki takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Puno throws a big shot that misses.
Nice body punch from Aoki.
Puno missing with a left hand there. Aoki was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Aoki feinted with a counter takedown.
Aoki dives in for a single leg takedown but Puno sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Puno misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD#
and Aoki counters with a takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Puno some visible discomfort.
Puno looks to move to half guard but instead Aoki has passed into mount! Damn!
Puno has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Aoki can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Puno is looking to escape.
Puno in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #T3#
Puno is wriggling around trying to escape.
Puno gets back to half guard.
Puno is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Puno trying to hold on to Aoki's head to control him but Aoki postures up.
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Puno does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Aoki looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Puno with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Puno wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Aoki is pressing down on Puno's thigh, looking to free his foot. Puno is holding on for now.
Puno is looking to improve his position.
Aoki is taking a breather. Puno 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.
Aoki trying to control from half guard but Puno is working away.
Puno is looking for a sweep. Aoki is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aoki is trying to control the action in half guard but Puno is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tyaf Daeland Puno showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Puno ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Puno thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aoki with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Puno to score with a decent uppercut.
Puno is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Aoki shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD#
Aoki darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Aoki is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Puno sees it coming and defends easily.
Puno gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puno lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Puno won't allow Aoki to sweep him here. #T1#
Aoki is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Aoki passes to full mount!
Aoki prevents Puno from getting the reversal.
Aoki trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Puno sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Aoki throwing shots but Puno is blocking nicely.
Taiki Aoki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Puno preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Aoki is working for a kimura but Puno is defending it quite comfortably.
Aoki tries to pass the half guard into mount. Puno knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Puno does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Puno wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Puno slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Aoki throws a big right hand that misses.
Aoki throwing strikes from guard but Puno blocks nicely.
Aoki pushing down on Puno's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Puno on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Puno avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aoki.
Puno trying to hold on to Aoki's head to control him but Aoki postures up. #SUB#
Aoki is working for a kimura but Puno is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
Puno has hold of Aoki's hands but Aoki slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Puno is pressing down on Aoki's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Aoki throws a big right hand that misses.
Aoki throws a big elbow that misses.
Puno 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Puno keeps trying to improve his position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Taiki Aoki showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Puno 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tyaf Daeland Puno!

Event: CEC 554
Date: Nov 15, 2017

#R1#
Aoki blocks a jab.
Newcastle looks to land a right hand but Aoki moved out of range.
Newcastle checks the leg kick.
Aoki tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Newcastle swivels and escapes.
Aoki lands a jab.#TD2#
Aoki drives through with a takedown into Newcastle's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Newcastle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Newcastle throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newcastle looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Aoki puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Newcastle gets full guard.
Newcastle has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T1#
Aoki is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Aoki lands a couple of digs.
Newcastle lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Aoki keeping full guard, as Newcastle tries to pass.
Aoki 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.
Newcastle trying to move into half guard but instead Aoki has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Newcastle is trying to keep Aoki in close.
Aoki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Newcastle looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newcastle wants to control the position but Aoki says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Aoki looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Newcastle does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
Newcastle wants to get back to full guard.
Aoki controlling the action here.
Newcastle is pressing down on Aoki's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Newcastle isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Aoki stacks Newcastle 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 Aoki!
Aoki controlling the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Newcastle looking for a sweep but Aoki has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Aoki lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Newcastle tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
Newcastle is working hard here to advance position.
Aoki controlling the pace for now.
Newcastle is looking to get to half guard.
Aoki tries to control but Newcastle wriggling away.
Newcastle is in all sorts of trouble here.
Aoki lands with some strikes.
Newcastle is in all sorts of trouble here.
Aoki trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Aoki raining down shots from the mount!#T4#
Newcastle is wriggling around trying to escape.
Aoki working Newcastle over with strikes here.
Newcastle sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Newcastle is trying to control but Aoki manages to pass to mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aoki controlling the pace for now.
Newcastle tries to lock up and control but Aoki gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Aoki lands a big elbow.
Newcastle manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Aoki throwing shots but Newcastle is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Newcastle lands a slapping body shot.
A swing and a miss from Newcastle.
Aoki is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Newcastle connects with a looping right hand.
Aoki looks to score with a jab to the body but Newcastle is just out of range.
Aoki dives in for a single leg takedown but Newcastle sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Newcastle misses with a hook. Aoki ducked under it nicely.
Aoki throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Newcastle's waist but Newcastle gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Aoki off to one side.
Newcastle swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Aoki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Aoki dives in and scores a takedown into Newcastle's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newcastle lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Newcastle trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.
Newcastle passes Aoki's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T1#
Aoki tries to roll over but Newcastle keeps him under control.#SUB#
Newcastle is looking for a kimura but Aoki is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Newcastle to get the leverage.
Aoki won't allow Newcastle to pass to mount.
Taiki Aoki has got the better of the ground game so far.
Aoki wants to get back to full guard.
Aoki trying to control but Newcastle postures up.
Newcastle is trying to control the action in half guard but Aoki is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Newcastle is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Aoki to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Aoki looking to control. #SUB2#
Aoki is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Newcastle wants to pass the guard but Aoki is keeping the position.
Newcastle sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Aoki's guard.
Aoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Aoki is not content to let Newcastle control the position.
Aoki trying to control here. #T3#
Newcastle wants to pass to mount but Aoki is defending the position.
Newcastle wants to control but Aoki is keeping him busy.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Newcastle is looking for a kimura here.
Newcastle is pressing down on Aoki's thigh, looking to free his foot. Aoki is holding on for now. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Newcastle is looking for a kimura here.
Aoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Newcastle is trying to work for a kimura but Aoki is defending well.
Newcastle uses his free foot to push down on Aoki's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Aoki.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newcastle trying to control but Aoki is having none of it.
Aoki regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alton Newcastle dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Aoki misses the target.
Aoki throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Newcastle misses.
And Aoki tries to counter it with a takedown but Newcastle pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Newcastle throws an overhand right that lands on Aoki's shoulder, as Aoki tries to avoid the shot.
Newcastle lands a right hook to the body. #TD2#
Newcastle tries to sprawl but Aoki drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Newcastle moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Newcastle is trying to control the position but Aoki postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Newcastle throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Newcastle wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Aoki is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Aoki tries to free his leg and advance position but Newcastle is retaining full guard.
Newcastle is trying to control the position but Aoki postures up.
Newcastle keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Newcastle controls Aoki momentarily but Aoki frees himself. #SUB#
Aoki got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newcastle has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Aoki has managed to get both his arms back between Newcastle's legs - danger averted.
Aoki trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Newcastle throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Newcastle wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Aoki pushing down on Newcastle's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Aoki working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Aoki is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Newcastle is just riding it out for now. Aoki eventually gives up the hold.
Aoki trying to control the action but Newcastle is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Aoki wants to work for an arm triangle but Newcastle is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Newcastle moves into full guard. #T3#
Newcastle looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newcastle is trying to control the position but Aoki postures up.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Newcastle keeps moving.
Aoki works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Newcastle is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Newcastle looking for submissions off his back.
Newcastle gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Newcastle throws his legs up looking for a submission but Aoki uses it to pass to side control. #T4#
Newcastle is not content to let Aoki control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki looks up at the clock and then as Newcastle takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Aoki smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Newcastle is looking to regain half guard here but Aoki keeps moving and retains side control.
Newcastle taking punishment in the form of punches.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aoki lands an elbow.
Newcastle takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Newcastle is looking to reverse the position.
Newcastle is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Taiki Aoki comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Aoki 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: CEC 552
Date: Nov 08, 2017

#R1#
Harris wants to clinch.
Aoki changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL#
Harris has closed the distance and engaged Aoki in a clinch.
Harris fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Aoki has a couple of punches blocked by Harris.
Aoki displaying some good clinch control by pressing Harris up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Aoki.
Aoki slows down the pace here. #T1#
Harris tries to work over Aoki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Aoki stalls.
Aoki is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Taiki Aoki.
Aoki has his takedown stuffed
and Harris counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Harris tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Aoki manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Harris checks a leg kick.
Aoki closes the distance and clinches up with Harris, looking for a takedown. Aoki pushes Harris against the cage but Harris circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Harris tries to clinch up.
Aoki is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Harris tries to clinch there but Aoki circles away.
Aoki feints the counter takedown.
Harris wants to clinch up but Aoki keeps it at a distance.#T2#
Harris tries to close the distance and clinch up but Aoki swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Harris moves into the clinch successfully.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Aoki takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Harris.
Harris swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Harris blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Aoki.
Aoki has Harris pushed against the cage.
Harris lands a knee to the head.
Harris softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Aoki takes a shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right from Aoki on the inside. #T3#
Aoki stalling in the clinch but Harris improves position.
Harris misses with a hook to the ribs.
Harris makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Aoki throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Harriss head.
Aoki lands a right hand that snaps the head of Harris backwards.
Harris pushes Aoki back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Harris misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aoki misses with the head strike.
Aoki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Aoki manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Good body shot from Aoki.
Come on Aoki - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Harris has a couple of punches blocked by Aoki. #T4#
Aoki tries to throw a body punch but Harris avoids it by throwing Aoki back against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Aoki - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Harris misses with a punch on the inside.
Aoki swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Aoki fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Aoki scores with a shot to the side of Harris's head.
Aoki has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Harris seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Aoki can turn it around.
Aoki dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Harris lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Aoki swings wildly with an uppercut but Harris uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harris misses with some punches.
Aoki lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Aoki lands with a right to the head.
Aoki misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Harris tries to clinch there but Aoki circles away.
Aoki misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Harris misses its target.
Harris fails with an attempt to clinch.
Aoki tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Aoki throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Harris is looking to clinch.
Harris moves out of range of the strikes.
Aoki keeps the fight on the outside.
A jab from Aoki misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aoki fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Harris is out of range.
Aoki connects with a single shot there.#T1#
Aoki swats away the attempt to clinch by Harris.
Aoki misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Harris.
Harris is looking to counter punch.#TD2#
Aoki feints and as Harris raises his hands in defense, Aoki changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Aoki throws a big elbow that misses.
Harris wants to sweep here but Aoki controlling him for the moment.
Harris looking to control.
Aoki with a flurry of punches that miss.
Harris has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Aoki slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
Aoki looking to pass the guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB2#
Aoki postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Harris is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Aoki, into his guard. #REVR#
Aoki preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Harris slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Harris stopping the sweep attempt from Aoki.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Harris from controlling successfully.
Aoki trying to control the position.
Harris trying to stand up but can't free himself from Aoki's guard.
Harris working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Aoki's head.
Harris stopping the sweep attempt from Aoki.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Harris tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Aoki manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Harris takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Harris darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Aoki counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Aoki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#ES#
Harris manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Aoki keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Aoki.
Aoki lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Harris.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Harris manages to break the clinch.
Harris tries to clinch but Aoki is having none of it.
Aoki changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Harris fails in his attempt to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Harris's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Aoki circles away from the clinch attempt.
Harris tries to close the distance and clinch but Aoki swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The fighters circling - Aoki throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Harris moves out of range as Aoki strikes.
Harris doesn't manage to clinch there - Aoki circles away.
Harris is looking to clinch but Aoki is avoiding it.
Aoki is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Harris wants to clinch up but Aoki keeps it at a distance.
Aoki misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harris tries to clinch up.
Aoki changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL#
Harris darts in and clinches Aoki up against the cage.
Harris struggles to land a body shot inside as Aoki controls his hands. #T1#
Harris lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Harris scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch on the inside from Aoki fails to land.
Harris wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Harris utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Aoki swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Harris misses with a hook to the ribs.
Harris's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Aoki has a couple of punches blocked by Harris.
Harris landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Harris working aggressively here.
Knees in the clinch landing for Harris.
Harris blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Harris.
Aoki swings wildly with an uppercut but Harris uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Harris with a knee to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Harris lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Harris fails to land.
Derek Harris has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Aoki tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aoki tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aoki prevents a body shot from Harris.
Harris with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Harris manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
A short body shot lands from Aoki as the two fighters clinch.
A body shot lands from Aoki. #BC#
Harris escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Harris fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Aoki, pushing him back against the cage.#T3#
Harris working aggressively here.
Harris digs a right hand underneath Aoki's ribcage. Aoki let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Aoki looking to stall.
Harris using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Harris working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Aoki lands a left hand.
Taiki Aoki is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A hook to the body from Harris.
Aoki is working Harris over against the cage.
Harris tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Harris struggles to land a body shot inside as Aoki controls his hands.
Harris throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Harris fails to land.
Harris lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Harris throws a head punch that misses.
Harris swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Aoki misses with a punch on the inside.
Harris working hard to break the clinch.
Harris wants to break free but Aoki has control.
Derek Harris has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Harris lands a hook to the side of the head.
Harris doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Derek Harris showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Aoki 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taiki Aoki!
A relieved looking Taiki Aoki thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: CEC 546
Date: Oct 08, 2017

#R1#
Newcastle gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Aoki counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Aoki won't allow Newcastle to sweep him here.
We've been hearing good reports from Newcastle's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Aoki stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Newcastle swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aoki is working Newcastle over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Aoki trying to control but Newcastle is working from the bottom.
Aoki preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Newcastle looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newcastle not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
Aoki wants to control from the top but Newcastle keeps moving. #SUB#
Newcastle escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Aoki gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Aoki stopping the sweep attempt from Newcastle.#SUB#
Newcastle has his foot on Aoki's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Aoki works his way back into a safe position though.
Aoki controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Newcastle looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Aoki with a nice head shot there.
Aoki with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2##SUB#
Newcastle has his foot on Aoki's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Aoki works his way back into a safe position though.
Aoki postures up. #SUB#
Newcastle has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Aoki can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Aoki drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Aoki jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Aoki postures up.
Aoki stopping the sweep attempt from Newcastle.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Newcastle keeps moving.
Aoki wants to pass the guard but Newcastle is keeping the position.
Aoki is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Aoki trying to control but Newcastle is working from the bottom.
Aoki landing with the ground and pound.
Newcastle keeping full guard, as Aoki tries to pass.
Newcastle looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Aoki tries to free his leg and advance position but Newcastle is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Newcastle is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Aoki is aware though and is defending well.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Newcastle is on top in guard. #REVR#
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Newcastle from controlling successfully.
Newcastle preventing the sweep. #T4#
Newcastle slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Newcastle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Aoki keeps working.
Aoki tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Aoki is not content to let Newcastle control the position.
Aoki is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Newcastle's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Aoki manages to get to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newcastle trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Aoki manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki 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#
The crowd cheers as Aoki lands an impressive looking overhand right. Newcastle doesn't seem phased though.
Newcastle looks to throw the jab but Aoki is out of range.
And Aoki tries to counter it with a takedown but Newcastle pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Newcastle is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aoki.
Newcastle looks to land a right hand but Aoki moved out of range.
Aoki jabs at Newcastle's body.
Aoki misses the shot to the body.
Aoki lands a nice shot to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Aoki.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newcastle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aoki moves away.
Aoki throws out a powerful jab.
Aoki ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Aoki connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Aoki misses with a low kick. #T1#
Newcastle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aoki.
Aoki looks for the body kick but Newcastle saw that one coming.
Aoki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Newcastle.
Aoki connects with the punch.#KD#
Nice combo by Newcastle! Oh, that's hurt him - Aoki falls to the canvas and Newcastle follows him into side control. #ROC#
Aoki is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Newcastle laying and praying for a moment but Aoki takes advantage and regains half guard.
Aoki is still in real trouble! Can Newcastle finish him?
Newcastle trying to control from half guard but Aoki is working away.
Aoki seems to have recovered his senses.
Newcastle is pressing down on Aoki's thigh, looking to free his foot. Aoki is holding on for now.
Aoki tries to get to full guard but Newcastle has control of the leg. #T2#
Aoki is looking to get back to full guard here but Newcastle has managed to pass to side control instead.
Taiki Aoki has got the better of the ground game so far.
Newcastle advances to mount.
Aoki really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Aoki tries to lock up and control but Newcastle gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Newcastle is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Aoki is surviving well by controlling Newcastle's body position as best he can.
Newcastle prevents Aoki from getting the reversal.#T3#
Newcastle can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Aoki is looking to escape.
Aoki manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Aoki wants to improve his position but Newcastle is controlling well.
Aoki is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Newcastle's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Newcastle's back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newcastle tries to escape but Aoki has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Newcastle rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Newcastle does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Aoki working over Newcastle with some ground and pound. Newcastle looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Aoki works his way into full mount! #T4#
Aoki scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Newcastle manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Newcastle is looking for a sweep. Aoki is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aoki wants to control but Newcastle is keeping him busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newcastle manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Newcastle working a defensive guard here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Newcastle tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Aoki loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Newcastle trying to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Aoki defending well as Newcastle loads up on a big left hand.
Aoki slips a jab from Newcastle.
Aoki drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Newcastle defends it well.
Newcastle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aoki sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Aoki just misses with a punch to the body.
Newcastle throws a good cross that connects.
A jab from Newcastle misses.
Aoki drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Newcastle defends it well.
Newcastle tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aoki was well out of range. Poor timing from Newcastle.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Newcastle as he avoids it easily.
Newcastle bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Aoki's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newcastle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aoki throws a big shot that misses.
Alton Newcastle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Newcastle misses with a wild body shot.
Aoki feints the counter takedown.
Newcastle will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Newcastle misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Aoki counters with a shoot takedown. Newcastle fights it but they end up in guard.
Newcastle keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Aoki trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Aoki passes Newcastle's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Newcastle manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Newcastle working for a triangle but Aoki defends it easily.
Newcastle can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Aoki controls the pace.
Alton Newcastle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Aoki makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Newcastle is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Newcastle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Aoki keeps working.
Aoki moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Aoki is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Newcastle trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom. #T3#
Newcastle stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aoki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Newcastle lands a couple of elbows.
Newcastle is looking to advance position but Aoki has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Newcastle regains half guard.
Taiki Aoki is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Newcastle wants to get back to full guard.
Aoki not doing much here.
Aoki trying to control the action but Newcastle is working from the bottom. #T4#
Aoki is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Newcastle wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newcastle manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Newcastle 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.
Aoki showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Let's hope that Aoki has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alton Newcastle showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Aoki 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: CEC 542
Date: Sep 20, 2017

#R1#
Aoki stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Aoki avoids the body shot from Overstreet.
Overstreet throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
Aoki drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Overstreet keeps moving.
Overstreet trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Overstreet has his foot on Aoki's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Aoki works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Overstreet 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.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Overstreet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Overstreet 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.
Aoki passes Overstreet's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Overstreet wants to improve his position but Aoki is controlling well. #SUB#
Aoki is working for a submission of some sort.
Aoki slips a nice elbow through Overstreet's hands, connecting with Overstreet's forehead.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Overstreet wants to control but Aoki passes into side.
Overstreet tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Aoki wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Aoki looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Overstreet is not content to let Aoki control the position. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Aoki tries for a kimura but Overstreet is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Overstreet down. #T3#
Aoki trying to control the action but Overstreet is working from the bottom.
Overstreet taking a bit of punishment here - Aoki scoring with strikes.
Overstreet manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Aoki tries to roll over but Overstreet keeps him under control.
Overstreet is looking to take a break and control but Aoki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Overstreet throwing shots but Aoki is blocking nicely.
Aoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Overstreet is thwarting Aoki's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Aoki is staying active underneath Overstreet, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Aoki is trying to control but can't.
Overstreet is trying to control the action in half guard but Aoki is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Overstreet slips a nice elbow through Aoki's hands, connecting with Aoki's forehead.#SUB2#
Overstreet is looking for a kimura here.
Overstreet missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Overstreet is just content to waste time from the top position. Aoki takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Overstreet looking to sit in guard and control but Aoki gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Overstreet throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Overstreet just misses with a punch to the body.
Aoki is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Overstreet can do to turn this around?
Overstreet swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Aoki counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Overstreet!
Aoki postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Overstreet wants to control but Aoki postures up.
Overstreet is trying to improve his position.
Overstreet can't do much from the bottom here.
Overstreet is looking to regain half guard here but Aoki keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Overstreet is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Aoki tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Aoki has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Aoki scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Overstreet to see if he's OK.
Aoki trying to control the position but Overstreet is working away.
Overstreet manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Overstreet is trying to maintain the position but Aoki is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Aoki wants to work for an arm triangle but Overstreet is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Aoki slips a nice elbow through Overstreet's hands, connecting with Overstreet's forehead.
Aoki wants to pass to mount but Overstreet is defending the position.
Overstreet has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Aoki is working away from the top position though.#T2#
Overstreet is looking to improve his position.
Aoki is looking to take a break and control but Overstreet is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Overstreet works his way to full guard. Good work.
Aoki working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Overstreet's head.
Overstreet keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Overstreet is pulling down on Aoki's head. It's preventing any offense from Aoki, at least for the moment.
Overstreet is trying to hold Aoki in close to prevent damage but Aoki has managed to pass into half guard. #T3#
Aoki working over Overstreet with some ground and pound. Overstreet looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Overstreet actively working from the bottom here.
Aoki perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Taiki Aoki overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Aoki is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Aoki drops an elbow to the side of Overstreet's head. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Aoki trying to control from half guard but Overstreet is working away.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Aoki is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Aoki. #SUB#
Aoki is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Overstreet has managed to free his arm - good work.
Overstreet wants to control but Aoki is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aoki working Overstreet over with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Overstreet clinches.
Aoki throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Overstreets head.
Overstreet blocks an uppercut.
Aoki misses with a short punch on the inside.
Aoki softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Overstreet misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Aoki.
Overstreet works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Overstreet tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Aoki avoids it.
Overstreet blocking some punches.
Overstreet misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Overstreet misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Overstreet as the two fighters clinch.
Aoki throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Overstreet misses with a short punch on the inside.
Overstreet using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Aoki has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Overstreet throws a punch but it's blocked by Aoki.
Good body shot from Aoki.
Aoki takes a knee right on the jaw!
Aoki has a couple of punches blocked by Overstreet. #T1#
Overstreet blocks an uppercut.
Overstreet has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Aoki seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Overstreet can turn it around.
A left hand lands to the body for Aoki.
Overstreet lands a shoulder strike.
Aoki blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Aoki lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Overstreet is trying to drag Aoki to the mat but Aoki just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Overstreet scores with a hook to the body.
Overstreet throws a head punch that misses.
Aoki lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Overstreet tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aoki has a couple of punches blocked by Overstreet.
Aoki trying to control the position but instead, Overstreet has worked for underhooks and has pushed Aoki into the cage.
Aoki lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Overstreet backwards.
Overstreet is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Aoki is defending well for now.
Volga Overstreet has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Overstreet misses with a short punch on the inside.
Overstreet lands a body shot in the clinch.
Overstreet swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Aoki tries to stall but Overstreet uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Aoki pushes Overstreet back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Aoki.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aoki slows down the pace here.
Knees in the clinch landing for Overstreet.
Taiki Aoki has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Overstreet tries a body shot but Aoki blocks it.
Overstreet throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Aoki blocks it with crossed arms.
Overstreet lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Overstreet misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Aoki fails to land.
Aoki working aggressively here.
Aoki tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aoki working aggressively here. #T3#
Overstreet tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Aoki avoids it.
Overstreet scores a nice knee to the body.
Overstreet goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Overstreet unloads a knee to the mid-section. Aoki lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Overstreet swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Overstreet blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Overstreet lands a body shot in the clinch.
Overstreet lands a body shot.
Overstreet scores with a hook to the body.
Taiki Aoki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Overstreet swings wildly with an uppercut but Aoki uses good head movement to avoid it.
Overstreet throws a punch but it's blocked by Aoki.
Overstreet cracks Aoki with a nice body shot.
Overstreet lands a shot to the body.
Overstreet tries to land a knee to the head but Aoki blocks with his arms. #T4#
Aoki on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Overstreet struggles to land a body shot inside as Aoki controls his hands.
Overstreet tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Aoki avoids it.
Overstreet looking to throw knees to the head but Aoki is blocking nicely.
Overstreet throws a knee to the head but misses.
Overstreet misses with a punch on the inside.
Overstreet throws a knee to the head but misses.
Overstreet misses with a knee strike.
Overstreet tries to land a knee to the head but Aoki blocks with his arms.
Overstreet takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Overstreet goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Overstreet fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aoki.

And that's the end of the fight!
Volga Overstreet comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Aoki 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: CEC 532
Date: Aug 04, 2017

#R1##TD#
Aoki gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Dall trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Aoki manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Dall wants to improve his position but instead Aoki has moved into half guard.
Dall wants to improve his position but Aoki is controlling well.
Dall won't allow Aoki to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Aoki is stalling here. Dall is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Aoki seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Dall has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Aoki tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Dall gets to mount! Aoki was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Dall prevents Aoki from getting the reversal.
Dall wants to control the pace but Aoki is squirming around nicely.
Dall seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Aoki is holding on tight. #T2##SUB#
Dall goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Aoki turns into him and now he's in Dall's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Dall keeps moving.
Dall is looking to sweep but instead, Aoki has passed into half guard.
Aoki landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Dall moves into full guard.
Aoki throwing strikes from guard but Dall blocks nicely.
Aoki is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Aoki makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Aoki seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dall keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Aoki stands and throws Dall's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dall tries to buck Aoki off but Aoki is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dall is working to avoid the ground and pound but Aoki connects with a decent elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Dall throws a body shot but no joy.
Aoki throws a body shot but no joy.
Aoki throws a leg kick #TD#
and Dall counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dall.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aoki is on top in guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dall is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Aoki defends well.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Dall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki scoring with punches to the head and body.
Aoki showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
Aoki is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Dall keeps moving. #SUB#
Aoki got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dall has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Aoki has managed to get both his arms back between Dall's legs - danger averted.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Dall keeps moving.
Dall has momentary wrist control but Aoki slips an elbow through the middle.
Dall keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Aoki drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dall dives on top into guard.#REVR##T2#
Dall postures up.
Aoki keeping full guard, as Dall tries to pass.
Aoki tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dall is fighting to break Aoki's control of his arms but Aoki is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Aoki keeping full guard, as Dall tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dall wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving. #T3#
Dall looking to pass the guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Dall trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Dall buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Aoki misses with a takedown attempt - Dall sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dall cracks the inside of Aoki's front leg.
Dall throws the kick towards the body but Aoki avoids it.#T4#
Dall slips a straight right by Aoki.
Dall tries to counter with a takedown but Aoki is quick to defend against it.
Nice shot lands for Dall.
Aoki throws a body punch but Dall moves out of range.
Aoki has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dall finds it's way round the side to connect with Aoki's head.
Aoki checks a low kick from Dall.
Dall attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Aoki moves out of range of the leg kick from Dall.
Aoki feints the counter takedown.
An inside leg kick lands from Dall.
Dall delivers a nice body kick.
Aoki waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dall.
It looked like Dall was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dall tried to score with a low kick but Aoki checks it.
Aoki changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A big right from Dall misses.
And Aoki tries to counter it with a takedown but Dall pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dall lands a nice leg kick that just misses Aoki's sensitive parts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vyrkyx Dall dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Dall connects with a nice looking jab.
Aoki takes one to the side of the head.
Dall throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Aoki counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Aoki is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dall keeping full guard, as Aoki tries to pass.
Aoki sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dall's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall is looking to improve his position.
Taiki Aoki has got the better of the ground game so far.
Aoki takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Aoki wants to pass the guard but Dall is defending well. #T1#
Aoki looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dall with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Dall actively working from the bottom here.
Dall is not content to let Aoki control the position.
Aoki is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Dall keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dall gets back to half guard.#T2#
Dall trying to hold on to Aoki's head to control him but Aoki postures up.
Dall is trying to get back to full guard.
Aoki lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Dall wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Aoki is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dall moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Aoki trying to control but Dall is working from the bottom.
Aoki is working Dall over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Aoki makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Aoki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dall is keeping the position for now.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Dall keeps moving.
Aoki might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Dall haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dall lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Dall chips away with some ground and pound.
Dall wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving.
Aoki wants to improve his position but instead Dall has moved into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Dall is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Aoki is just riding it out for now. Dall eventually gives up the hold.
Aoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Taiki Aoki comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Aoki 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taiki Aoki!
Taiki Aoki decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: MMMA Clown Caos 13
Date: Jun 07, 2017

#R1#
Gunn misses with a straight left.
Aoki tries for a takedown but Gunn circles away easily
and Gunn counters with a one-two to the body.
Gunn throws an overhand right that lands on Aoki's shoulder, as Aoki tries to avoid the shot.
Aoki feinted with a counter takedown.
Aoki cracks Gunn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Aoki ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Aoki shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Gunn keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gunn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gunn is on top in guard. #REVB#
Gunn with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gunn throwing strikes from guard but Aoki blocks nicely.
Gunn postures up in Aoki's guard and throws a big left but Aoki blocks it.
Gunn trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aoki is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gunn stopping the sweep attempt from Aoki.#T2#
Gunn working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gunn must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Aoki tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Aoki manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gunn manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Aoki's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Aoki trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Gunn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Aoki doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Aoki manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Aoki wants to pass the guard but Gunn is keeping the position.
Gunn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Aoki is one step ahead there. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gunn keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Aoki trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Gunn manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Aoki working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gunn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gunn manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Aoki working a defensive guard here.
Aoki looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gunn is one step ahead there. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gunn loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gunn stopping the sweep attempt from Aoki.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gunn wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving.
Gunn throws a big right hand that misses.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aoki is on top in guard. #REVR#
Aoki in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Gunn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gunn wants to sweep but no luck.
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 Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Aoki keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gunn.
Aoki drops down looking for a counter takedown but Gunn sprawls and moves away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gunn.
Jab by Aoki.
Aoki dives in for a single leg takedown but Gunn sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Aoki misses with a body punch
and Gunn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gunn stuns Aoki with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gunn! But no joy.
Gunn bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gunn now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Aoki lands a jab to Gunn's midsection.#T1#
Aoki displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gunn throws out the jab.
Aoki looks for a takedown but Gunn sprawls well.
A punch lands to the side of Aoki 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Aoki dips to his left and cracks Gunn with an uppercut!
Aoki comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Aoki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gunn was well out of range. Poor timing from Aoki.
A little jabbing left from Gunn on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Aoki misses with a takedown attempt - Gunn sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Taiki Aoki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gunn blocks a leg kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Aoki - that will leave a mark!
Aoki throws a sloppy body shot
and Gunn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gunn on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Aoki misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Gunn to counter with a crisp jab.
Aoki darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T3#
Aoki misses with a straight left. #TD#
Aoki throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Gunn was covering up waiting for the punch and Aoki finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Gunn wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Aoki is now in half guard.
Taiki Aoki overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gunn is staying active underneath Aoki, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've been hearing good reports from Aoki's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Gunn misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Gunn wants to get back to full guard.
Aoki controlling the action here.
Nice strikes from Aoki there. #T4#
Aoki wants to free his trapped foot but Gunn is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gunn manages to get to full guard.
Aoki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gunn is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aoki passes Gunn's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Aoki is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gunn has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Aoki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gunn avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gunn throws the left hand but Aoki avoids the punch easily.
Aoki throws a leg kick
and Gunn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Aoki swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Aoki swings widly with a right hand
and Gunn counters with a two punch combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki tries for a takedown but Gunn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Aoki uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gunn.#T1#
Aoki shoots in but Gunn avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Aoki with a jab.
Aoki goes for a double leg but Gunn avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gunn continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Taiki Aoki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aoki throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Aoki misses the body punch
and Gunn counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Aoki drives through with a takedown into Gunn's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T2#
Aoki is looking to work some ground and pound but Gunn has wrist control.
Aoki works over Gunn with some ground and pound from guard.
Gunn working a defensive guard here.
Gunn 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#
Aoki tries to get to full guard but Gunn has control of the leg.
Gunn is nestled in close to Aoki, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Aoki is looking to control Gunn's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aoki avoid being mounted?
Aoki makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Aoki.#T3#
Aoki wants to sweep but no luck.
Gunn is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Aoki bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gunn's guard. #REVR#
Aoki wants to control from the top but Gunn keeps moving.
Taiki Aoki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Aoki avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Chris Gunn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Gunn throws his legs up looking for a submission but Aoki uses it to pass to side control.
Aoki taking a breather here. #T4#
Gunn sneaks back into half guard.
Gunn trying to hold on to Aoki's head to control him but Aoki postures up.
Gunn is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aoki seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gunn tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Chris Gunn.
I think Aoki 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:29
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: MMMA 21: Relentless
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Strummer.#TD#
Aoki scores with a takedown into Strummer's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aoki accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Strummer looking to hit a scissor sweep but Aoki is one step ahead there.
Strummer keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Aoki tries to free his leg and advance position but Strummer is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Strummer throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Aoki escapes and throws Strummer's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Aoki content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T1#
Strummer is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki taking a breather here.
Aoki works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#SUB#
Aoki is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Strummer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Strummer taking punishment in the form of punches.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Strummer tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Strummer taking punishment in the form of punches.
Aoki wants to control but Strummer is keeping him busy.
Strummer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Aoki working away.#T3#
Strummer is not content to let Aoki control the position.
Aoki wants to control for a moment but Strummer uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Strummer is not content to let Aoki control the position.
Aoki scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Aoki is looking to advance position but Strummer won't allow it. #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.
Strummer is pressing down on Aoki's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Aoki postures up.
We've been hearing good reports from Aoki's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Strummer keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully.
Aoki passes Strummer's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Aoki is keen to just control but Strummer is a slippery customer.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Aoki in particular looking to stall.
Strummer wants to improve his position but Aoki is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Aoki misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Strummer.
Strummer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Aoki.
No luck for Aoki with that takedown attempt.
Strummer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Aoki or perhaps it was just good defense by Strummer, which made it look bad.
Aoki is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Strummer can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Aoki fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Strummer sprawls well initially but Aoki persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Strummer won't allow Aoki to pass to mount. #SUB#
Aoki is working for a kimura but Strummer is defending it quite comfortably. #T1#
Aoki perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Strummer is not content to let Aoki control the position.
Aoki is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Strummer is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Strummer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Aoki throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Aoki lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Aoki is working for a kimura but Strummer is defending it quite comfortably. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Aoki looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Strummer with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Strummer keeps working.
Ground and pound from Aoki.
Aoki scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Aoki is trying to control the action in half guard but Strummer is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nice strikes from Aoki there.
Aoki wants to take a breather but Strummer is having none of it. #T3#
Strummer has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Aoki is working away from the top position though.
Aoki is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Aoki 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.
Strummer works his way to full guard. Good work.
Aoki working some strikes from top position.
Aoki lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Strummer has Aoki pulled in close to control his posture.
Aoki chips away with some ground and pound.
Taiki Aoki overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Strummer trying to control the position.
Aoki stopping the sweep attempt from Strummer.#T4#
Aoki sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Strummer is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Aoki stopping the sweep attempt from Strummer.#SUB2#
Strummer looking for a guillotine here but Aoki defends easily.
Aoki is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Aoki checks a leg kick.
Aoki attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Aoki shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Strummer as he jumps to the side.
Aoki throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Strummer's waist but Strummer gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Aoki off to one side.
Strummer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Aoki checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Aoki shoots in for a double leg but Strummer sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Taiki Aoki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strummer displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Aoki.
Strummer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Aoki closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Strummer quickly recovers to half guard.#T1##SUB#
Aoki is working for a kimura but Strummer is defending it quite comfortably.
Aoki scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Strummer is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Aoki's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Aoki's back!
Aoki breaks Strummer's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Strummer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Aoki postures up and lands a big shot to Strummer's brow.
Aoki works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Aoki is pressing down on Strummer's thigh, looking to free his foot. Strummer is holding on for now. #T2#
Strummer moves into full guard.
Aoki scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Strummer working a defensive guard here.
Aoki scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Strummer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Aoki can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Strummer keeping moving, preventing Aoki from controlling successfully. #T3#
Aoki stands and throws Strummer's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Aoki working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Aoki wants to control but Strummer is keeping him busy.
Strummer gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Nice strikes from Aoki there.
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Strummer keeps working.
Aoki perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4#
Aoki trying to control from half guard but Strummer is working away.
Strummer trying to hold on to Aoki's head to control him but Aoki postures up. #SUB#
Strummer is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Aoki has latched onto it... Big trouble! Aoki pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Strummer is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Aoki!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Taiki Aoki!
During a confident post fight interview, Taiki Aoki thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Joe Strummer spoke after the fight, saying 'Big deal, you beat a dead guy.'.

Event: Madness MMA Clown Chaos 8
Date: Mar 29, 2017

#R1#
Aoki shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Steroidi Jr but Steroidi Jr pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Aoki misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Steroidi Jr.
Steroidi Jr jabs at Aoki's body.
Aoki misses with a looping left.
Nice shot lands for Steroidi Jr.
Steroidi Jr displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Aoki.
It looked like Steroidi Jr was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aoki.
Steroidi Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Steroidi Jr wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Decent striking displayed by Aoki there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki connects with a body shot that sends Steroidi Jr's belly button to the back.
Steroidi Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Aoki.
Steroidi Jr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Steroidi Jr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Steroidi Jr moves in looking to clinch but Aoki pushes him off.#T1#
Aoki takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Steroidi Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Aoki.
Aoki is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nice uppercut there from Aoki.
Aoki steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Steroidi Jr.
Steroidi Jr misses the jab.
Aoki closes this distance looking for a takedown but Steroidi Jr circles away.
Anabolinen Steroidi Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Taiki Aoki.#TD#
Steroidi Jr fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Aoki sprawls well initially but Steroidi Jr persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Steroidi Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Aoki is looking for a sweep. Steroidi Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Steroidi Jr lands with a punch from half guard.
Steroidi Jr looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Aoki blocking the ground and pound attempt from Steroidi Jr.
Aoki on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #ROC#
Aoki is rocked!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Steroidi Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Steroidi Jr trying to control the action but Aoki is working from the bottom.
Aoki wants to control but Steroidi Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Aoki tries to roll over but Steroidi Jr keeps him under control.
Steroidi Jr is taking a breather. Aoki 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.#SUB#
Aoki is defending against the submission attempts here by Steroidi Jr. #SUB#
Steroidi Jr is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Aoki trying to control here.
Steroidi Jr working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Steroidi Jr scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Steroidi Jr prevents Aoki from improving his position.
Aoki blocking the ground and pound attempt from Steroidi Jr.
Aoki makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Aoki.#T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Steroidi Jr accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Aoki looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steroidi Jr is one step ahead there.
Aoki utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Steroidi Jr postures up.
Steroidi Jr is working Aoki over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Steroidi Jr wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anabolinen Steroidi Jr dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Aoki throws a body punch but Steroidi Jr moves out of range.
Aoki on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Steroidi Jr. Steroidi Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
Aoki throws a lazy right hand but Steroidi Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Steroidi Jr misses with a looping right.
Steroidi Jr misses with an uppercut. Aoki saw that one coming.
Steroidi Jr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Aoki throws a leg kick which misses Steroidi Jr's front leg but catches the back leg as Steroidi Jr tries to avoid it.
Anabolinen Steroidi Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Aoki avoids the body shot from Steroidi Jr.
A low kick from Steroidi Jr is predictable there #TD2#
and Aoki counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Aoki.
Steroidi Jr has control of Aoki's left arm, preventing Aoki from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Steroidi Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aoki loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Steroidi Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Aoki slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Steroidi Jr actively working from the bottom here.
Steroidi Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Steroidi Jr controlling the position for now.
Aoki thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Aoki tries to pass the half guard into mount. Steroidi Jr knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Aoki is keen to just control but Steroidi Jr is a slippery customer.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Aoki is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Steroidi Jr tries to roll over but Aoki keeps him under control.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Aoki trying to control from Steroidi Jr's half guard. Steroidi Jr has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Aoki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steroidi Jr is keeping the position for now.
Steroidi Jr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Aoki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steroidi Jr is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Aoki stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Aoki wants it to stay on the feet.
Aoki tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Steroidi Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Aoki can do to turn this around?
Aoki scores with a decent looking hook.#CL#
Steroidi Jr moves into the clinch.
Steroidi Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Aoki working aggressively here.
Steroidi Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Steroidi Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Steroidi Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Steroidi Jr lands a right hand.
Aoki misses with a punch on the inside.
Aoki blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Steroidi Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Aoki throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Aoki presses Steroidi Jr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Aoki's coach down at Bonsai Club MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Aoki's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Steroidi Jr lands with a left to the head.
Aoki misses with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steroidi Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Come on Aoki - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Steroidi Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Aoki.
Aoki misses with the head strike.
Steroidi Jr taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #BC#
Steroidi Jr manages to break the clinch.
Good leg kick by Steroidi Jr there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Steroidi Jr is defended easily by Aoki.
Aoki throws a looping overhand right but Steroidi Jr ducks down to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Steroidi Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Aoki's shoulder, as Aoki tries to avoid the shot.
Steroidi Jr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Aoki's head.
Aoki throws a jab but it's blocked by Steroidi Jr.
Steroidi Jr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Steroidi Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Steroidi Jr takes one to the side of the head.
Steroidi Jr misses with a body shot.
Steroidi Jr wants to slow Aoki down by chopping away at his legs. #TD2#
Aoki scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Steroidi Jr regains half guard.#SUB2#
Aoki seems to be working for a kimura but Steroidi Jr defends the submission attempt.
Aoki is pressing down on Steroidi Jr's thigh, looking to free his foot. Steroidi Jr is holding on for now. #T1#
Steroidi Jr keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Steroidi Jr defends it well.
Steroidi Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Steroidi Jr.
Aoki throwing strikes from guard but Steroidi Jr blocks nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Steroidi Jr's head.
Anabolinen Steroidi Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Aoki looking to sit in guard and control but Steroidi Jr gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Steroidi Jr throws a big right hand that misses.
Steroidi Jr wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving.
Steroidi Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Steroidi Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Aoki gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Steroidi Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Steroidi Jr, not yet.
Steroidi Jr working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Aoki is fighting to break Steroidi Jr's control of his arms but Steroidi Jr is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Aoki throws a big right hand that misses.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Steroidi Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steroidi Jr has his hands on Aoki's head, controlling the position.
Aoki slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Steroidi Jr tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Aoki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aoki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steroidi Jr.
Steroidi Jr throws a leg kick which misses Aoki's front leg but catches the back leg as Aoki tries to avoid it.
Steroidi Jr looks to throw the jab but Aoki is out of range.
Aoki is looking to chop away at Steroidi Jr's legs.
Aoki dives in for a single leg takedown but Steroidi Jr sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Steroidi Jr throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Aoki was covering up waiting for the punch and Steroidi Jr finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Steroidi Jr lands a couple of elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aoki not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Steroidi Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anabolinen Steroidi Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Steroidi Jr 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anabolinen Steroidi Jr!
Anabolinen Steroidi Jr thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Madness MMA Clown Caos 6
Date: Mar 01, 2017

#R1#
Gunn scores with a decent looking hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Gunn misses the target.
Aoki attempts a counter takedown but Gunn avoids it well and moves away.
Gunn ducks under a wild hook from Aoki.
Gunn wants to counter with a clinch but Aoki pushes him away.
Aoki misses the shot to the body. #TD2#
Gunn darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Aoki wants to improve his position but Gunn is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunn thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Gunn seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Aoki trying to hold on to Gunn's head to control him but Gunn postures up. #T1#
Aoki is looking for a sweep. Gunn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aoki trying to control but Gunn postures up.
Ground and pound from Gunn.
Aoki is looking to get back to full guard here but Gunn has managed to pass to side control instead.
Aoki takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Aoki is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Body Pain_14elite_700$+VM that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki regains half guard.
Aoki moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Aoki is trying to control the position but Gunn postures up.
Gunn connects with a couple of short punches.
Gunn is in close to Aoki's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Aoki pulls Gunn in to control the position.
Gunn must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
Aoki controls Gunn momentarily but Gunn frees himself.
Gunn postures up in Aoki's guard and throws a big left but Aoki blocks it.
Gunn scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gunn working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gunn with a nice head shot there.#ROC2#
Aoki is rocked!
Gunn with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gunn postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Gunn postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Aoki looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gunn lands a couple of digs.
Oh Aoki is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Aoki pushes a forearm under Gunn's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Gunn is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Taiki Aoki!
Our winner, Taiki Aoki, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Madness MMA 6: Immortality
Date: Jan 08, 2017

#R1#
Hanma avoids the body shot from Aoki.
Aoki moves out of range of the strikes.
Aoki with the counter takedown but Hanma avoids it easily.
Hanma tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Aoki paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A big left from Hanma misses.
Hanma throws a lazy right hand but Aoki sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Aoki slips under a jab from Hanma.
Hanma throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Aoki counters with a single leg into guard. Hanma didn't expect that.
Hanma avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Aoki stopping the sweep attempt from Hanma.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki throwing strikes but missing.
Aoki lands a couple of digs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki working some strikes from top position.
Aoki told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Aoki chips away with some ground and pound.
Aoki trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hanma seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hanma seems keen to control Aoki's posture.
Aoki with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Aoki with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hanma is trying to keep Aoki in close.
Aoki loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Aoki throwing strikes but missing.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Aoki's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Aoki passes into half guard.
Hanma has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Aoki is working away from the top position though.
Hanma is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Aoki seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Aoki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Aoki thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hanma's head.
Aoki takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Aoki lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Aoki is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hanma is just riding it out for now. Aoki eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Aoki is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hanma sees it coming and defends easily.
Aoki wants to pass to mount but Hanma is defending the position.
Aoki moves into full mount! Hanma won't be happy about that! #T3#
Aoki can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hanma is looking to escape.
Hanma keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Aoki lands a big elbow - Hanma is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Hanma is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Taiki Aoki!
During a confident post fight interview, Taiki Aoki thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: TWGC 14 (170lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Taiki Aoki and Free Agent Steel Penn. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

170 cm
35 yrs
156 lbs

165 cm
26 yrs
145 lbs

Aoki

Steel Penn

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Taiki Aoki! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Free Agent Steel Penn!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Robert Twigg and Gwen Towbar.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Steel Penn shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Steel Penn was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Aoki (0) vs (4) Steel Penn

Steel Penn swings around for an armbar but Aoki sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Steel Penn's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Aoki (2) vs (4) Steel Penn
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Aoki tries to pass.
Aoki slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (5) vs (4) Steel Penn

Aoki is trying to get an arm triangle but Steel Penn is defending well.

Aoki is trying to get an arm triangle but Steel Penn is defending well.
Steel Penn sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel Penn trying to control from the bottom.

Steel Penn is defending against the submission attempts here by Aoki.
Aoki seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Steel Penn does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Steel Penn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Steel Penn won't allow Aoki to pass to mount.

Aoki is looking for a kimura but Steel Penn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Aoki to get the leverage.
Steel Penn is trying to control but can't.
Steel Penn is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.

Aoki wants to work for an arm triangle but Steel Penn is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

Aoki is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Aoki looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Aoki wants to free his trapped foot but Steel Penn is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Steel Penn controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Aoki wants to pass the guard but Steel Penn is defending well.
Steel Penn wants to control but Aoki is keeping busy and won't allow it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Steel Penn manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Aoki stays in close to Steel Penn's body and controls the position.
Steel Penn keeping full guard, as Aoki tries to pass.
Steel Penn wants to sweep here but Aoki controlling him for the moment.
Steel Penn trying to control the position.

Aoki drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Steel Penn manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Aoki has Steel Penn in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Aoki (5) vs (6) Steel Penn
Aoki is trying to control the position but Steel Penn postures up.

Aoki looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Aoki has his foot on Steel Penn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Steel Penn works his way back into a safe position though.

Steel Penn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Steel Penn engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Aoki looking to hit a scissor sweep but Steel Penn is one step ahead there.

Aoki throws his legs up looking for a submission but Steel Penn uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (5) vs (9) Steel Penn
Aoki tries to improve position but can't.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Aoki gets back to half guard.
Aoki trying to get back to full guard but Steel Penn takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (5) vs (12) Steel Penn
Aoki tries to lock up and control but Steel Penn gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Steel Penn tries to control but Aoki wriggling away.

Aoki defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Steel Penn.
Aoki tries to hold on but Steel Penn pushes him away.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Aoki keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Steel Penn avoids the attempt from Aoki to control.
Aoki sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Steel Penn trying to control from Aoki's half guard. Aoki has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Aoki looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Steel Penn has picked Aoki up and slammed him! Aoki can't keep hold of the triangle and Steel Penn manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (5) vs (15) Steel Penn
Aoki is trying to improve his position.
The referee asks Steel Penn politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Steel Penn prefers to stall for the moment though.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Aoki prevents Steel Penn from moving into mount.
You can see the frustration on Aoki's face as Steel Penn controls the position.
Aoki tries to buck Steel Penn off but Steel Penn is having none of it.
Aoki looking for a sweep but Steel Penn has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Aoki (5) vs (17) Steel Penn

Steel Penn is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Aoki has managed to escape the submission attempt.
My spies in ICON TOP TEAM inform me that Steel Penn has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Aoki is looking to improve his position but Steel Penn isn't that keen on the idea.
Aoki sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Aoki tries to get to full guard but Steel Penn has control of the leg.

Steel Penn is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Aoki sees it coming and defends easily.
Aoki moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki being controlled here, momentarily.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.

Aoki is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Steel Penn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving.
Aoki controlling Steel Penn's posture.

Aoki has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Steel Penn can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Aoki working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Steel Penn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Steel Penn manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Steel Penn controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.

Aoki has his foot on Steel Penn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Steel Penn works his way back into a safe position though.
Steel Penn is stalling in the full guard.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving.

Steel Penn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Aoki is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Steel Penn is aware though and is defending well.
Steel Penn slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Steel Penn from controlling successfully.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn sitting in guard here, content to control.
Aoki wants to sweep here but Steel Penn controlling him for the moment.
Aoki has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Steel Penn has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Aoki (5) vs (20) Steel Penn
Aoki tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Steel Penn wants to control but Aoki is keeping him busy.
Aoki seems a little lost for a moment, as Steel Penn dominates the positioning.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn advances to mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Aoki (5) vs (22) Steel Penn
Aoki regains half guard.
Aoki won't allow Steel Penn to pass to mount.
Steel Penn with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Aoki tries to get to full guard but Steel Penn has control of the leg.
Steel Penn is figuring out what he wants to do next.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Steel Penn wants to take a breather but Aoki is having none of it.
Aoki trying to control but Steel Penn postures up.
Steel Penn is controlling the pace.
Aoki wants to improve his position but Steel Penn is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aoki is working hard here to advance position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Steel Penn wins on points by 22 to 5.
An out of breath Free Agent Steel Penn thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 08, 2016

#R1#
Afridi walks into a stiff left hand from Aoki.
Aoki misses with a body punch
and Afridi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Afridi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Afridi's corner calls for a 1-2. Afridi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Aoki shoots in and drives through. Afridi sprawls well.
Afridi looks to score with a jab to the body but Aoki is just out of range.
Aoki swings for the body but Afridi moves out of range.
Afridi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Afridi.
Aoki drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Afridi defends it well.
Afridi just misses with a punch to the body.
And Aoki tries to counter it with a takedown but Afridi pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
Afridi lands with a nice body punch.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Afridi stuffs the takedown attempt from Aoki. Aoki gets slowly back to his feet.
Nice uppercut lands for Afridi. That snapped Aoki's head back.
Afridi looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Aoki counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Afridi!
Afridi is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
Aoki working the ground and pound from side control.
Afridi tries to improve position but can't.
Afridi struggling a bit here.
Aoki lands a few punches from side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Afridi tries to improve position but can't.
Afridi is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Aoki off and has taken his back!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Afridi slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Aoki is really stuck here.
Afridi trying to control momentarily.
Afridi gets his hands free as Aoki looks to control.
Aoki rolls, trying to escape but Afridi keeps control of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Afridi is hanging on to Aoki's back as he tries to escape. #T3#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Aoki tries to escape but Afridi has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Aoki keeps trying to improve his position.
Afridi really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Aoki.
Aoki is trying to break free. #T4#
Afridi controls the action.
Aoki can't escape the position.
Aoki felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Aoki is still trying to improve position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Aoki tries to escape but Afridi has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khatir Afridi dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Afridi catches Aoki with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Afridi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Afridi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Aoki lands a head shot.
Afridi throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Afridi tries to clinch but Aoki moves away #TD2#
so Aoki counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Aoki is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Afridi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Aoki is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Afridi has his foot on Aoki's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Aoki works his way back into a safe position though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aoki slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T1##SUB#
Afridi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Aoki defends it easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Aoki's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Afridi controls Aoki momentarily but Aoki frees himself.
Aoki connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Afridi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Aoki working some strikes from top position.
Aoki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Aoki connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Afridi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Aoki passes into side control.
Afridi is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Aoki's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Afridi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Aoki pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Aoki looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Aoki winds up and cracks Afridi with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Aoki scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Aoki trying to control from half guard but Afridi is working away. #SUB#
Afridi looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Afridi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Aoki pulls his head out easily.
Aoki is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Afridi is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Aoki scores with a couple of nice shots.
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. Aoki connects with a nice short shot to Afridi's temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aoki is trying to control. Afridi wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Afridi trying to hold on to Aoki's head to control him but Aoki postures up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Aoki lands a nice short elbow.
Nice strikes from Aoki there.
Aoki lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Aoki wants to take a breather but Afridi is having none of it. #SUB#
Afridi looking for submissions off his back.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Aoki lands a nice short elbow.#SUB2#
Aoki is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Afridi is just riding it out for now. Aoki eventually gives up the hold.
Aoki looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Afridi won't allow Aoki to pass to mount. #T4#
Afridi is refusing to be controlled, as Aoki sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Aoki is working for a submission of some sort.
Aoki lands strikes from half guard.
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. Aoki connects with a nice short shot to Afridi's temple.
Aoki working over Afridi with some ground and pound. Afridi looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Afridi actively working from the bottom here.
Aoki is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Afridi!
Aoki lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Afridi hang on?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Afridi regains half guard.#SUB#
Afridi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Aoki pulls his head out easily.
Afridi has hold of Aoki's hands but Aoki slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
Aoki fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Aoki ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Aoki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Afridi was well out of range. Poor timing from Aoki.
Afridi wants to clinch but Aoki slips to the side#TD2#
and Aoki counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Afridi!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Afridi manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Aoki slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Afridi from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Aoki throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1#
Aoki looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Afridi trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Aoki has an active guard here but Afridi has managed to pass into half guard.
Afridi sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Afridi has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Afridi wants to control but Aoki is keeping him busy. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Afridi is controlling the pace.
Aoki missing with punches from the bottom.
Afridi stalling away here and it's allowed Aoki to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Aoki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Afridi seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Aoki looking to hit a scissor sweep but Afridi is one step ahead there. #T3#
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Afridi from controlling successfully.
Afridi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Aoki is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Afridi rather than just go for the knockout.
Aoki takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Aoki dives in for a single leg takedown but Afridi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Khatir Afridi is winning the standup battle so far.
Afridi throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Aoki counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Aoki looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Afridi with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Aoki is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Afridi actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Afridi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aoki looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Afridi with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Afridi is not content to let Aoki control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Taiki Aoki comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Aoki 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Taiki Aoki!
A relieved looking Taiki Aoki thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Ascension 1109
Date: Nov 09, 2016

#R1#
Aoki shoots for a takedown but Sotto Jr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Sotto Jr.
Aoki blocks a head kick by Sotto Jr.
Aoki half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Aoki throws a shot to the body. #TD#
Aoki closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Sotto Jr to the mat! Sotto Jr manages to get full guard.
Aoki chips away with some ground and pound.
Aoki throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sotto Jr works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Aoki keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sotto Jr's head.
Aoki chips away with some ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aoki stopping the sweep attempt from Sotto Jr.
Aoki throws a big right hand that misses.
Aoki throws a big right hand that misses.
Sotto Jr is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Sotto Jr bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Aoki's guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Sotto Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aoki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aoki controlling Sotto Jr's posture.
Sotto Jr postures up.
Aoki has momentary wrist control but Sotto Jr slips an elbow through the middle.
Sotto Jr trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Aoki is looking for a triangle but Sotto Jr pushes his legs off easily.
Aoki tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Aoki looking for subs off his back but Sotto Jr has passed one foot through into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Aoki looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Aoki wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Sotto Jr is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Aoki doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sotto Jr.
Aoki trying to control from the bottom. #T3#
Aoki strikes from the bottom but Sotto Jr passes into mount!
Aoki is trying desperately to improve position.
Aoki sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Aoki is refusing to be controlled, as Sotto Jr sits in half guard. #T4#
Aoki is looking for a sweep. Sotto Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sotto Jr is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Sotto Jr lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Aoki hang on?
Aoki bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Aoki with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Aoki working some strikes from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki trying to control the position from guard on top but Sotto Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aoki is really struggling to control Sotto Jr but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Sotto Jr trying to keep a closed guard but Aoki is proving a slippery customer.
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 Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sotto Jr throws a right and a left that Aoki avoids nicely.
Sotto Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Umberto Sotto Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sotto Jr misses with a kick to the body.
Sotto Jr throws a hook but Aoki blocks it.
Sloppy strikes from Sotto Jr. Those never looked like landing.
Aoki is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
A jab lands there for Sotto Jr.
Aoki checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Aoki drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sotto Jr sprawls and moves away.
Sotto Jr misses with a body shot.
Aoki attempts a counter takedown but Sotto Jr avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki fails with a takedown attempt.
Aoki throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Aoki looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sotto Jr is fending him off so far but Aoki persists. Nope, Sotto Jr circles away and we're back to standing.
Sotto Jr misses with a straight right.
Sotto Jr throws a wild body kick that Aoki sees coming a mile off.
Umberto Sotto Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sotto Jr throws a leg kick but Aoki checks it.
Sotto Jr throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Aoki counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Aoki 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.
Aoki postures up and lands a big shot to Sotto Jr's brow.
Aoki throwing strikes from guard but Sotto Jr blocks nicely.
Aoki with a nice head shot there.
Sotto Jr keeping full guard, as Aoki tries to pass.
Aoki content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Aoki pushing down on Sotto Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Aoki has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Aoki lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sotto Jr sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Aoki is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Sotto Jr has hold of Aoki's hands but Aoki slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Aoki with the ground and pound but Sotto Jr uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Aoki working some strikes from top position.
Sotto Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sotto Jr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Aoki is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Aoki postures up in Sotto Jr's guard and throws a big left but Sotto Jr blocks it.
Aoki throws a strike but Sotto Jr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3#
Aoki not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sotto Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aoki striking off his back but it's not causing Sotto Jr any problems.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Sotto Jr working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Aoki 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.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Sotto Jr from controlling successfully.
Aoki tries to strike from the bottom.
Aoki wants to improve his position but instead Sotto Jr has moved into half guard.
Sotto Jr is looking to take a break and control but Aoki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Aoki is trying to maintain the position but Sotto Jr is very close to passing his half guard.
Sotto Jr perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Aoki makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Aoki.
Aoki bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sotto Jr's guard. #REVR##SUB#
Aoki has gone for a leg lock! Sotto Jr slips out almost immediately though and dives into Aoki's guard.#REVB#
Aoki tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Sotto Jr from controlling successfully.
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 Taiki Aoki 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Aoki avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sotto Jr throws a hook but Aoki avoids it easily.
Sotto Jr misses with a body kick.
Aoki pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Aoki takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sotto Jr displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Aoki.
Sotto Jr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Aoki changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sotto Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Aoki will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Aoki sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Aoki takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T1#
Sotto Jr throws a hook but Aoki avoids it easily.
Sotto Jr cracks Aoki with an open hand slap.
Sotto Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Aoki.
Aoki checks the leg kick.
Aoki feinted with a counter takedown.
Aoki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aoki appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sotto Jr lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Aoki lands a nice hook to Sotto Jr's body. Sotto Jr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sotto Jr misses with a left hand #TD#
so Aoki counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Aoki content to stall in guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sotto Jr is on top in guard. #REVB##T2#
Sotto Jr throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Aoki throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Sotto Jr escapes and throws Aoki's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Sotto Jr tries to move to mount but Aoki blocks the move with his legs.
Aoki throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
Aoki wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.#SUB2#
Sotto Jr is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Aoki is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Umberto Sotto Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Aoki is trying to get back to half guard.
Aoki struggling a bit here.
Aoki is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sotto Jr's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Taiki Aoki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Aoki wants to control but Sotto Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Aoki is looking for a sweep. Sotto Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aoki wants to control but Sotto Jr is keeping busy.
Aoki is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Sotto Jr prevents Aoki from improving his position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Aoki is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sotto Jr throws a leg kick #TD#
and Aoki counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sotto Jr won't be happy with that.
Aoki wants to control but Sotto Jr is keeping him busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Umberto Sotto Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Aoki 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: Ascension 101
Date: Oct 01, 2016

#R1#
Fukuzawa throws a head kick but Aoki moves out of range.
And Aoki tries to counter it with a takedown but Fukuzawa pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Aoki takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fukuzawa fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Aoki walks into a stiff left hand from Fukuzawa.
Fukuzawa throws out a leg kick but Aoki moves out of range and Fukuzawa only half commits.
Aoki drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Fukuzawa defends it well.
Fukuzawa misses with a looping right.
Aoki showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fukuzawa.
Fukuzawa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aoki.
Aoki misses the shot to the body.
Aoki dives in for a single leg takedown but Fukuzawa sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fukuzawa loads up on a big right hand but Aoki slips the punch.
Fukuzawa looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Aoki blocks a jab.
Aoki drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Fukuzawa defends it well.
Fukuzawa throws a looping overhand right but Aoki ducks down to avoid it.
Fukuzawa swinging wildly here. #T1#
Fukuzawa thows a leg kick but Aoki checks it #TD2#
and Aoki counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Aoki throws a big elbow that misses.
My spies in Mega Gym - Capacity 35 inform me that Aoki has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Fukuzawa utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Fukuzawa looking for a sweep. Not yet Fukuzawa, not yet.
Aoki is looking to work some ground and pound but Fukuzawa has wrist control.
Fukuzawa avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Fukuzawa looking to hit a scissor sweep but Aoki is one step ahead there.
Fukuzawa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Aoki postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Fukuzawa is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Aoki, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Aoki looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Fukuzawa wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving.
Aoki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Fukuzawa advances position into side control!
Aoki can't do much from the bottom here.
Aoki manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Fukuzawa working the head and body with strikes.
Aoki wants to get back to full guard.
Fukuzawa is looking to take a break and control but Aoki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Fukuzawa missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Fukuzawa seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Aoki wants to get back to full guard.
Aoki is looking to control Fukuzawa's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aoki avoid being mounted?
Fukuzawa working the head and body with strikes.
Aoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Aoki trying to control from the bottom.
Fukuzawa content to control rather than advance.
Aoki is refusing to be controlled, as Fukuzawa sits in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Aoki won't allow Fukuzawa to pass to mount.
Aoki slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Fukuzawa wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving.
Fukuzawa distracts Aoki with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Fukuzawa postures up and lands a big shot to Aoki's brow. #SUB2#
Fukuzawa got a little sloppy there for a moment and Aoki has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Fukuzawa has managed to get both his arms back between Aoki's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Aoki is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Aoki has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Fukuzawa is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Aoki.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Itagaki Fukuzawa dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Fukuzawa fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Aoki is out of range.
And Aoki tries to counter it with a takedown but Fukuzawa pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A solid leg kick lands there for Fukuzawa.
Fukuzawa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Aoki.
Fukuzawa misses with an uppercut.
Fukuzawa throws a big shot that misses.#TD#
Fukuzawa drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a triangle but Fukuzawa pushes his legs off easily.
Fukuzawa content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Fukuzawa seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Aoki is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1#
Fukuzawa scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Fukuzawa's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Fukuzawa trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.
Fukuzawa content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Aoki is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fukuzawa trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Aoki looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Fukuzawa is defending well. Aoki quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Fukuzawa has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Aoki celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Taiki Aoki!
A relieved looking Taiki Aoki thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Ascension -1
Date: Aug 17, 2016

#R1#
Aoki circles away from the clinch attempt.
Junior tries to close the distance and clinch but Aoki swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Junior closes the distance and pushes Aoki back into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Junior fails to land.
Junior has a couple of punches blocked by Aoki.
Junior misses with a body punch.
Junior misses with a short punch on the inside.
Junior lands with a left to the head.
Aoki tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Junior's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aoki.
Junior misses with the head strike.
Junior blocks a body shot from Aoki.
Aoki is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Junior gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Aoki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Junior blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Junior backwards.
Junior blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Junior misses with the head strike.
Aoki lands a shoulder strike.
Junior lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Junior throws a punch but it's blocked by Aoki.
Junior misses with a body punch. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aoki.
Junior working aggressively here.
Junior lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Aoki misses with the head strike. #TD#
Aoki gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Aoki lands with a punch from half guard.
Junior is trying to stand. #SUB#
Aoki seems to be looking for submissions.
Aoki is looking to advance position but Junior won't allow it. #SUB#
Aoki is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Junior defends it well.
Junior keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Aoki is looking to take a break and control but Junior is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Junior is looking to escape.#T2#
Junior tries to get to full guard but Aoki has control of the leg.
Aoki trying to control from half guard but Junior is working away. #ES2#
Junior makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Aoki has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Mega Gym - Capacity 35 in the buildup to the fight.
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!
Junior tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Aoki paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD2#
Junior throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Aoki was covering up waiting for the punch and Junior finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Junior working some strikes from top position.
Aoki lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Junior is looking to stand up but Aoki isn't so interested in that idea.
Junior avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Aoki is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T3#
Aoki stopping the sweep attempt from Junior.
Aoki lands a couple of elbows.
Aoki postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Aoki wants to control from the top but Junior keeps moving.
Aoki landing with the ground and pound.
Junior is adopting a defensive guard.
Junior wants to stand up but Aoki is controlling him.
Junior is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Junior wants to sweep but no luck. #T4##SUB2#
Junior is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Aoki defends well.
Aoki throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Aoki wants to pass the guard but Junior is keeping the position.
Junior is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Aoki working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Junior's head.
Aoki scoring with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Junior works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Junior escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Aoki gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Aoki content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Rich Junior will probably get the nod.
That's time! Aoki's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Junior has managed to clinch.
Aoki tries to work over Junior's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Junior lands a nice uppercut.
Junior gets underhooks to prevent Aoki's takedown attempt.
Junior gets through Aoki's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Aoki tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Junior lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Junior digs a right hand into Aoki's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Aoki's gas tank.
Junior tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Aoki goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Aoki cracks Junior with a nice body shot.
Junior has a couple of punches blocked by Aoki.
Junior lands a shot to the body.
Junior misses with a punch to the body.
Aoki is looking to take this one to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Junior is working Aoki over against the cage.
Aoki tries to work over Junior's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Junior lands a shoulder strike.
Junior can't find room to land a body shot as Aoki controls the action.
Junior has a couple of punches blocked by Aoki.
A hook to the body from Aoki.
Rich Junior seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aoki misses with the head strike. #T1#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Junior.
Junior tries to throw a body punch but Aoki avoids it by throwing Junior back against the cage.
Aoki struggles to land a body shot inside as Junior controls his hands.
Junior has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Aoki lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Junior.
Junior lands with a right to the head.
Junior working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Aoki prevents a body shot from Junior.
Junior lands with a left to the head.
Junior digs a right hand underneath Aoki's ribcage. Aoki let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Aoki is working Junior over against the cage.
Junior misses with a punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Junior creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#
Aoki is rocked!
Aoki swings wildly with an uppercut but Junior uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oh Aoki is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Junior tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aoki seems to have got his legs back now.
Junior throws a punch but it's blocked by Aoki.
Junior lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Junior lands with a left to the head.
Aoki blocks a body shot from Junior. #T2#
Junior misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aoki.
Aoki blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Junior is leaning against Aoki and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Aoki has a couple of punches blocked by Junior.
Junior swings wildly with an uppercut but Aoki uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Junior creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Aoki blocking some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Junior.
Junior scores with a shot to the side of Aoki's head.
Junior lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Aoki.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Junior.
Junior scores with a hook to the body.
A short uppercut from Junior.
Junior goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Junior has a couple of punches blocked by Aoki.
Junior working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Aoki blocks a body shot from Junior.
Junior swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Aoki misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
Junior lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Junior.
Aoki lands a hook that snaps the head of Junior backwards.
Junior tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Junior lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Aoki.
Junior lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Junior throws a head punch that misses.
Junior tries to throw a body punch but Aoki avoids it by throwing Junior back against the cage.
Junior lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Junior misses with the head strike.
Junior lands a nice shot to the body.
Junior blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Junior cracks Aoki with a nice body shot.
Junior lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Junior struggles to land a body shot inside as Aoki controls his hands.
Junior makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A left hand lands to the body for Junior.
Aoki misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Aoki can't find room to land a body shot as Junior controls the action.
Junior lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Aoki to his knees! Junior keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rich Junior!
A relieved looking Rich Junior thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: EPL Season 9 Final
Date: Apr 28, 2016

#R1#
Boyka throws a hook but Aoki blocks it.
Aoki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boyka bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD2#
Aoki shoots in and gets a takedown into Boyka's guard.
Aoki in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aoki stands up over Boyka, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Aoki postures up in Boyka's guard and throws a big left but Boyka blocks it.
Aoki trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Aoki looking to sit in guard and control but Boyka gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Boyka is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Aoki looking to control.
Boyka stands up over Aoki, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Boyka passes into half guard. #T1#
Boyka tries to pass the half guard into mount. Aoki knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Aoki is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boyka's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boyka's back!#SUB2#
Boyka is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Aoki gets his way!
The referee is taking a good look at Boyka as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Aoki! #SUB2#
Boyka is in a bad position with Aoki working for a choke. Boyka manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
Boyka postures up and lands a big shot to Aoki's brow.
Aoki looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boyka is one step ahead there.
Boyka throwing strikes from guard but Aoki blocks nicely. #T2##SUB2#
Aoki looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Boyka passes into half guard.
Aoki is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Boyka's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Boyka's back!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aoki throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Boyka surviving as best he can, preventing damage.
Aoki punishes Boyka with strikes from the back mount.
Aoki throwing sloppy strikes.
Boyka is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Aoki scores with punches and elbows. #T3#
Aoki lands a shot to the head.
Will Aoki go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Boyka has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Aoki.
Aoki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Boyka wants to control his opponent's hands but Aoki gets his hands free.
Aoki misses with a punch to the head.
Aoki loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Boyka hold on?
Aoki throwing sloppy strikes. #SUB2#
Boyka defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Aoki is striking well from the back but Boyka escapes and manages to control the positon and works his way to half guard. A much better position - the crisis is over for the time being. #T4#
Boyka trying to control from the bottom.
Aoki throwing shots but Boyka is blocking nicely.
Boyka is staying active underneath Aoki, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Aoki not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ground and pound from Aoki. #SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Aoki is working for a kimura but Boyka is defending it quite comfortably.
Aoki throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Taiki Aoki dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Boyka throws a hook to the side of Aoki's head but Aoki sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boyka throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aoki sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Aoki drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Boyka defends it well.
Boyka ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aoki moves away.
Aoki ducks under a wild hook from Boyka.
Boyka misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Aoki counters with a single leg into guard. Boyka didn't expect that.
Taiki Aoki has got the better of the ground game so far.
Aoki is looking to pass into half guard but Boyka pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Boyka is in guard.#REVR#
Aoki has momentary wrist control but Boyka slips an elbow through the middle.
Boyka trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Aoki looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Aoki is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Aoki looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Aoki is still trying to improve position.
Boyka trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aoki controls Boyka momentarily but Boyka frees himself.
Boyka sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Aoki bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Boyka's guard. #REVB#
Aoki stopping the sweep attempt from Boyka.
Boyka bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Aoki's guard. #REVR#
Aoki looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
Aoki is trying to keep Boyka in close. #SUB2#
Aoki escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Boyka gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Boyka missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Aoki looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boyka wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving.
Aoki tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boyka has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3#
Boyka pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Aoki is keeping the position for now.
Aoki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boyka slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Boyka forces his way into half guard.
Aoki is not content to let Boyka control the position.
Boyka is pressing down on Aoki's thigh, looking to free his foot. Aoki is holding on for now.
Aoki is looking to improve his position.
Aoki works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Boyka avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
Aoki 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.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Boyka from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Aoki looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Boyka from controlling successfully.
Boyka is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Boyka got a little sloppy there for a moment and Aoki has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Boyka has managed to get both his arms back between Aoki's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Taiki Aoki will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Aoki scores with a jab.
Boyka misses with a wild body shot.
Aoki changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Aoki misses with a body shot.
Boyka throws a hook but Aoki blocks it.
Aoki feints the counter takedown.
Aoki takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Aoki drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Boyka throws an overhand right that lands on Aoki's shoulder, as Aoki tries to avoid the shot.
Aoki has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Aoki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boyka.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boyka.
Aoki tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Aoki takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Boyka misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boyka. Aoki does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Boyka throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boyka throws out a loose jab but Aoki uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aoki is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boyka. Aoki does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aoki punishes Boyka's body with a nice straight punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aoki. Boyka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boyka looks to land a right hand but Aoki moved out of range.
Aoki on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Boyka pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Aoki back to the cage. Boyka follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Boyka bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Aoki's head backwards.
Boyka jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Aoki changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Boyka lands a nice hook to Aoki's body. Aoki takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Yuri Boyka has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##TD2#
Aoki drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boyka managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Aoki.
Boyka regains half guard.
Aoki throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Boyka keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Boyka is staying active underneath Aoki, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Aoki is working for a kimura but Boyka is defending it quite comfortably.
Boyka tries to kick Aoki off but Aoki keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Aoki not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Aoki thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Boyka's head. #SUB2#
Aoki is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Boyka has managed to free his arm - good work.
Aoki missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Aoki wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boyka keeps working.
Aoki is looking to advance position but Boyka won't allow it.
Boyka controlling the position well.
Taiki Aoki is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Aoki is thwarting Boyka's attempts to control the position.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Boyka tries to roll over but Aoki keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki is controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Boyka throws the left hand but Aoki avoids the punch easily.
Aoki blocks a jab.
Aoki blocks a jab.
The fighters circling - Boyka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Yuri Boyka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Boyka.
Boyka thows a left - swing and a miss!
A punch lands to the side of Aoki 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Boyka throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Aoki counters with a single leg into guard. Boyka didn't expect that.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yuri Boyka showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Aoki 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 26, 2016

#R1##TD#
Leatherton closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Aoki to the mat! Aoki manages to get full guard. #SUB2#
Aoki is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Leatherton is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aoki is pulling down on Leatherton's head. It's preventing any offense from Leatherton, at least for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Aoki looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Leatherton preventing the sweep.
Leatherton has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Aoki trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Leatherton defends well.#SUB2#
Aoki had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Leatherton defends it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Aoki is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Aoki manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Leatherton manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T1#
Aoki throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Leatherton works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Aoki with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Aoki lands a couple of digs.
Aoki is working Leatherton over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Aoki working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Leatherton's head.
Aoki passes Leatherton's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Aoki is working for a submission of some sort.
Leatherton is in trouble now - Aoki has advanced to mount! #T2#
Aoki is in the full mount, landing strikes. #CUT2#
It looks like Will Leatherton has been cut.
Leatherton is breathing heavily.
Aoki pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#SUB2#
Aoki looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aoki landing strikes from the mount.#ROC2#
Leatherton is rocked!#CUT2#
Will Leatherton's cut is getting worse.
Aoki lands a big elbow - Leatherton is in trouble! More strikes from the mount and Leatherton is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Taiki Aoki!
A victorious Taiki Aoki thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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