Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: GC 216 - A
Date: Jun 13, 2018

#R1#
Cup misses with a wild body shot.
Cup throws a right hand that misses
and Risley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cup catches Risley with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cup throws a jab when Risley was well out of range.
Cup throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cup lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Cup pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cup throws out a loose jab but Risley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cup looks to land a left hand but Risley moved out of range nicely.
Cup throws a body punch but Risley moves out of range.
Risley throws out a counter right but Cup avoids it with no problem.
Risley connects with a nice looking jab.
Risley is looking to slow Cup down with leg kicks.
Cup throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cup tries to close the distance and clinch up but Risley swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Cup throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Risley counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Risley is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Risley is trying to control. Cup wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Risley uses his free foot to push down on Cup's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Cup. #SUB2#
Risley moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Cup has worked his arm free - good work by Cup! #SUB2#
Risley is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cup is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Risley is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cup has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Risley goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Cup has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Risley but great work by Cup.#SUB#
Cup is trying to get an arm triangle but Risley is defending well.
Risley is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Cup's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Cup seems to be working for a kimura but Risley defends the submission attempt.
Cup will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Cup is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Cup not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Risley is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Cup's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Cup's back!#SUB2#
Risley looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2#
Risley working for a choke but Cup is defending well. #SUB2#
Cup 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 Risley gets his way! #T4##SUB2#
Cup defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Risley throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Risley is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cup's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Cup has gone for a leg lock! Risley slips out almost immediately though and dives into Cup's guard.#REVB#
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 Blue Cup will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Cup throws a jab when Risley was well out of range.
Risley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cup.
A little jabbing left from Risley on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cup looks to land a left hand but Risley moved out of range nicely.
Cup ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Risley moves away.
Cup definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Cup swings for the body but Risley moves out of range.
Risley looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
Risley clinches with his opponent.
Cup tries to pull guard but Risley forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Cup is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Risley pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Cup is trying to drag Risley to the mat but Risley just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Blue Cup. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cup prevents a body shot from Risley.
Risley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cup's elbow.
Risley digs a right hand into Cup's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Cup's gas tank.
Risley taking a breather.
Cup is trying to pull guard but Risley has him pressed against the cage.
Risley throws a punch but it's blocked by Cup. #TD2#
Risley pulls guard.
Cup in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Risley is controlling Cup's posture.
Cup pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Risley is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Risley working for a triangle but Cup defends it easily. #SU#
Risley is working an open guard so Cup takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Risley is looking to clinch.
Risley throws a nice inside leg kick.
Cup lands a right hook to the body. #T2#
Cup throws a poor cross that misses
and Risley counters with a nice uppercut.
Risley throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cup stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Risley misses with a looping right.
Risley moves out of range as Cup strikes.
Risley misses the jab.
Risley sizes up Cup with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Risley digs a good hook to Cup's body.
Cup tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Risley was well out of range. Poor timing from Cup.
Risley is looking to clinch.
Cup slips a straight right by Risley.
Cup throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Blue Cup is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Risley has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Cup finds it's way round the side to connect with Risley's head.
Cup throws out a loose jab but Risley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Risley tests Cup's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A big left from Cup misses.
Cup needs to keep his hands up - Risley had a free shot at his head there.
Risley has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Risley uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cup.
Risley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cup throws out the jab. #T3#
Risley moves out of range as Cup strikes.
Cup ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cup goes for a double leg but Risley avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Risley continues to drive forward.
Cup lands a body shot.
Risley clobbers Cup with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Cup looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Joe Risley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cup scores with a nice head shot.
Risley scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cup doesn't seem bothered though.
A head kick misses from Cup.
Risley chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Risley avoids the head kick by Cup.
Cup throws a series of punches but Risley avoids them all with ease.
Risley misses with a two punch combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Risley cracks Cup with a good jab.
Cup misses with a low kick as Risley jumps back.
Cup misses the shot to the body.
Risley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cup.#T4#
Risley lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Risley with a jab.#CL#
Cup gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Risley looking to stall. #TD2#
Risley jumps guard and drags Cup to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Risley 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##SUB2#
Risley is working for a submission of some sort.
Cup moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Risley slips under a jab from Cup.
Risley thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cup dips to his left and cracks Risley with an uppercut!
Risley throws a big shot that misses.
A slow jab from Cup misses its intended target.
Risley cracks Cup with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Blue Cup seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cup cracks Risley with a hook to the temple - Risley is on wobbly legs here! Cup swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Risley falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Cup wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Blue Cup!
During a confident post fight interview, Blue Cup thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: GC 213
Date: May 26, 2018

#R1#
Cup throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Risley's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Cup dives in looking to finish as Risley flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Cup's strikes! Cup is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Risley's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Risley was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Blue Cup!
After winning the bout, Blue Cup thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: UGD 109:Curtain Call
Date: Apr 20, 2018

#R1#
Luciano misses with a looping right.#TD2#
Risley shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Luciano manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB2#
Risley thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Luciano not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Risley looking to pass the guard.
Luciano controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Luciano is trying to keep Risley in close.
Risley pushes down on Luciano's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Risley sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Luciano defending well though. #T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Luciano manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Risley trying to control but Luciano is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Risley accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Luciano controls Risley momentarily but Risley frees himself.
Luciano keeping full guard, as Risley tries to pass.
Luciano is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Risley wants to control from the top but Luciano keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Luciano is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Risley keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Luciano.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Risley! But no joy.
Risley dodges the punch combination from Luciano.
Luciano scores with a nice body kick.
Risley throws a half hearted mid kick.
Risley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Risley tests Luciano's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Risley lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T3#
Luciano pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Luciano gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Risley.
Luciano scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A lazy body kick from Luciano
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Luciano pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Luciano throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Risley throws out a loose jab but Luciano uses good head movement to avoid it.
Risley has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Luciano attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Risley looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Risley throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Luciano counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Risley throws a leg kick that is checked
and Risley takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Risley fails with a takedown attempt.
Risley slips under a jab from Luciano.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Luciano misses the shot to the body.
Risley looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Risley misses with a right hand
and Luciano makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Risley really felt that one!
Luciano misses with a body kick.
Risley lands with a hook. Luciano tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Risley sizes up Luciano with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Risley moves out of range of the body kick from Luciano.
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 Jose Carlos Luciano will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Luciano throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Risley counters with a single leg into guard. Luciano didn't expect that.
Risley is fighting to break Luciano's control of his arms but Luciano is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Risley wants to control from the top but Luciano keeps moving.
Risley loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Risley stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Luciano swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Luciano wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Luciano keeping full guard, as Risley tries to pass. #T1#
Risley controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Risley looks to land a left hand but Luciano moved out of range nicely.
Luciano throwing a counter right hand but Risley manages to avoid it.
Risley thows a left - swing and a miss!
Risley throws a shot from downtown. Luciano moves away and avoids it.
A quick step to the side and Luciano tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Crunch! Luciano slams his shin into Risley's torso.
Luciano lands a really nice looking cross but Risley seems unphased.
Risley tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Luciano is able to avoid easily.
Risley moves out of range of the body kick from Luciano. #T2#
Risley misses with an uppercut
and Luciano counters with a straight right hand.
Risley missing with a left hand there. Luciano was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Risley misses with a combination
enabling Luciano to counter with a crisp jab.
Luciano uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Risley.
Risley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Decent striking displayed by Risley there.
Risley throws a hook but Luciano blocks it.
Luciano appears to be looking for a big counter.
This has been an exciting period of action!
That kick from Luciano tenderised Risley's leg. Risley is trying to keep his angry face on.
Risley just misses with a punch to the body.
Luciano is looking to counter with head kicks.#T3#
Luciano feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Risley's calf.
Risley misses with a shot to the body
and Luciano counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Luciano throws a sloppy head kick
and Risley counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jose Carlos Luciano is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Risley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looks like Luciano has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Risley shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Risley tries to land a front kick but Luciano steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Luciano lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The fighters circle, before Luciano throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Risley's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Luciano lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Jose Carlos Luciano!

Event: UGD 107:Man Vs Doubdtfire
Date: Apr 06, 2018

#R1#
Luciano moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Risley stuns Luciano with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Risley lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Luciano fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Risley manages to avoid it.
Risley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Luciano only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Luciano moves out of range of the body kick.
Risley cracks Luciano with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Luciano checks a low kick from Risley.
A slapping body kick lands there for Risley.
Risley listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Luciano wants to land a leg kick but Risley is out of range.
Luciano avoids the body shot from Risley.
Risley looks to score with a jab to the body but Luciano is just out of range.
Risley lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Luciano at a distance.
Luciano 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.
Joe Risley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Luciano slips a straight right by Risley.#T1#
Risley cracks a nice hook into Luciano's ribs.
Risley thows a leg kick but Luciano checks it
and Luciano counters with a stiff right hand.
Luciano tries to bum rush Risley with a series of wild strikes but Risley uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A slapping leg kick lands for Luciano.
Luciano lands a high kick!
Donk. Risley catches Luciano right on the button with a cross.
Luciano lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Risley misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Luciano on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Risley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Luciano manages to avoid it.
A head kick misses from Luciano.
Risley is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A big left from Risley misses.
Risley wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Risley takes one to the side of the head.
Risley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice body punch from Luciano.
Risley jabs Luciano right on the nose. Luciano blinks but takes it well.
Risley lands a jab to Luciano's midsection.
Risley swings for the body but Luciano moves out of range.
Risley rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Luciano counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Risley looks to throw the jab but Luciano is out of range.
Risley lands a two punch combo.
Risley lands a jab to Luciano's midsection.
Risley is looking to wear down Luciano with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Risley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Luciano misses with a body punch
and Risley cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Risley on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T3#
Risley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Luciano is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Risley with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Risley throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And Luciano responds with a good body kick, but Risley manages to step out the way in time.
Risley throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Risley lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Luciano moves out of range of the strikes.
And Luciano responds with a good body kick, but Risley manages to step out the way in time.
Risley looks to throw the jab but Luciano is out of range.
Luciano swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Luciano tests Risley's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Luciano throws a half hearted mid kick.
Risley misses with an attempted mid kick.
Risley moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLuciano.
Risley cracks Luciano with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Risley stuns Luciano with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Risley looks for a takedown but Luciano sprawls well.#T4#
Luciano avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Luciano.
Luciano cracks Risley with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Luciano lands the left hand.
Risley throws the left hand but Luciano avoids the punch easily.
Risley just misses with a punch to the body.
Risley throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Luciano takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Luciano works Risley's body with a nice hook.
Risley throws a leg kick but Luciano sees it coming and checks it nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Risley throws a body punch but Luciano moves out of range.
Luciano checks the leg kick.
And Luciano responds with a good body kick, but Risley manages to step out the way in time.
Good shot there by Risley.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Luciano avoids the head kick by Risley.
Risley dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Risley misses with an uppercut. Luciano saw that one coming.
Risley tests Luciano's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Luciano throws a push kick but Risley slaps the foot to one side.
Luciano blocks a head kick by Risley.
Risley throws a right and a left that both miss.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Luciano might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Risley has got the better of the exchanges.
A slapping body kick lands there for Luciano.
Luciano misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Luciano staying out of range there.
Nice cross by Risley.
Risley throws a half hearted mid kick.
Luciano staying out of range there.#T1#
Luciano takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Risley connects with an inside leg kick.
Luciano ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Risley moves away.
Luciano blocks a head kick by Risley.
A countering left hand to the body from Luciano misses.
Risley throws a hook but Luciano blocks it.
Risley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Luciano can do to turn this around?
Luciano misses the shot to the body.
Risley throws a lazy uppercut
and Luciano counters with a perfectly timed head kick, knocking Risley out cold! Wow, that took some serious skill and not a little luck! Luciano is taking it in his stride though, strolling around like it's no big deal. What a guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Jose Carlos Luciano!

Event: FSF 15: Lost
Date: Oct 27, 2017

#R1#
A head kick misses from Risley.
Risley misses the shot to the body.
Risley misses with a body shot.
Risley fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Halo tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Risley swivels and escapes.
Halo misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halo throws a combination. Risley tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T1#
Risley misses with a head kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Halo.
Halo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Risley but Risley pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Halo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Risley closes the distance and clinches.
Risley gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Halo.
Halo tries for a takedown. No joy. #T2#
Halo is trying to drag Risley to the mat but Risley just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Halo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Risley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Halo tries to counter with a takedown but Risley is quick to defend against it.
Halo throws a one two combo.
Halo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Halo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Halo throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
so Risley counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Risley is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Risley passes Halo's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Halo moves into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Halo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Risley can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Risley looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Halo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Risley gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Halo wants to improve his position but instead Risley has moved into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Halo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Risley pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley 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#
Risley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Halo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Risley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Halo goes for a double leg but Risley avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Risley continues to drive forward.
Arthur Halo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Risley avoids the head kick by Halo.
Risley throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Halo counters with a single leg into guard. Risley didn't expect that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halo tries to free his leg and advance position but Risley is retaining full guard.
Halo is working hard here to advance position.
Risley seems keen to control Halo's posture.
Halo postures up and lands a big shot to Risley's brow. #T1#
Halo tries to free his leg and advance position but Risley is retaining full guard.
Risley pulls Halo in close to prevent any damage.
Halo tries to free his leg and advance position but Risley is retaining full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Risley bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Halo's guard. #REVB#
Risley controlling from the top position.
Halo 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##ES2#
Risley kicks off Halo and gets to his feet. #T2#
Halo shoots for a double leg takedown but Risley sprawls well. He's pushed Halo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
And Risley tries to counter it with a takedown but Halo pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Halo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice sprawl there from Risley as Halo shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Halo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A right-left combo lands from Halo.
Arthur Halo is winning the standup battle so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good exchange - Halo coming out on top.
No luck for Halo with that takedown attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Risley looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Halo takes a swing at Risley's ribcage but misses.
And Risley tries to counter it with a takedown but Halo pushes his down on his head and steps out.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Halo.
Halo darts in looking for a takedown but Risley gets double underhooks and turns Halo into the cage.
Risley wants to counter with a clinch but Halo pushes him away.#TD2#
Risley shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Risley wants to take a breather but Halo is having none of it. #T4#
Halo is trying to get back to full guard.
Risley slows the pace down in half guard.
Let's hope that Risley 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 round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Joe Risley will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Halo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Risley circles away.
Risley tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Risley sizes up Halo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Halo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Risley counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Halo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Risley moves away.
Halo goes for a double leg but Risley avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Risley continues to drive forward.
Risley feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Risley bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Halo is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Risley takes a little break here. Halo wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Risley trying to control the position but Halo is working away.
Risley is working Halo over with some ground and pound from side control. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sloppy strikes there by Risley.
Risley throws a strike aimed at the side of Halo's head but Halo avoids it well.
Risley wants to control but Halo is keeping him busy.
Halo regains half guard, as Risley was trying to land strikes.
Risley scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Halo is staying active underneath Risley, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Risley stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Risley wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Halo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Risley clinches with his opponent.
Halo has Risley pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Risley manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Halo tries for a takedown. No joy.
Halo wants a takedown but no success here. #TD#
Halo has Risley pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Halo pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Risley tumbling to the mat - Halo dives into Risley's guard.#ES2#
Risley has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Halo has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T4##BC2#
Risley manages to break the clinch.
Risley throws a head kick that misses.
Halo tries to counter with a takedown but Risley is quick to defend against it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Halo or perhaps it was just good defense by Risley, which made it look bad.
Risley is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
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!
Risley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Halo.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Risley looks to land a combination but Halo avoids it well.
Halo shoots in looking for a takedown but Risley manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Halo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Risley changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4##TD#
Halo gets the takedown into side control.
Risley manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Halo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Halo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Risley trying to control but Halo postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Risley is defending against the submission attempts here by Halo. #SUB#
Risley is defending against the submission attempts here by Halo. #T1#
Halo passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Risley!
Risley 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.
Risley tries to hold on but Halo pushes him away.
Risley prevents Halo from taking his back.
Risley manages to control the position for a moment.
Halo punishing his opponent with strikes. #SUB#
Halo is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Risley can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #T2#
Risley can't escape the position.
Halo connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Halo raining down hammerfists from mount.
Risley regains half guard.
Halo is thwarting Risley's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Halo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Risley is looking to improve his position.
Risley avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Halo. #T3#
Risley keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Halo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Risley works his way to full guard. Good work.
Halo wants to pass the guard but Risley is keeping the position.
Risley wants to stand up but Halo is controlling him.
Risley utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Risley pulls Halo in to control the position.
Risley is looking to stand up but Halo isn't so interested in that idea.
Risley keeping full guard, as Halo tries to pass.
Risley wants to sweep here but Halo controlling him for the moment. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Halo looking to pass the guard.
Halo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Risley wants to stand and escape but Halo is having none of it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Halo shoots in and drives through. Risley sprawls well.
Risley throws a right hand that Halo ducks under and follows up with a left that Halo also avoids with ease.
Risley throws a sloppy head kick and Halo moves out of range easily.
Halo tries to counter with a takedown but Risley is quick to defend against it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halo shoots in looking for a takedown. Risley tries to sprawl out of it but Halo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Risley manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Risley tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arthur Halo had his way with Joe Risley in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Halo throws a head kick but Risley moves out of range.
Risley tries to counter with a clinch but Halo shakes him off and moves away.
Halo shoots in for a double leg but Risley sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Halo shoots for a double leg takedown but Risley sprawls well. He's pushed Halo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Halo tries for a takedown but Risley sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Risley is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arthur Halo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Risley slaps away a takedown attempt from Halo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Risley feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Risley gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1#
Risley is pressed up against the cage. Halo has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Risley down to the mat. Risley avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Risley throws a nice looking combination but Halo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Risley stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Risley wants it to stay on the feet.
A little jabbing left from Risley on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A shot to the body from Halo misses #CL2#
and Risley counters by clinching up.
Risley stalls.
Risley gets underhooks to prevent Halo's takedown attempt.
Halo wants to take the fight to the mat but Risley manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T2##BC2#
Risley pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Halo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Risley dodges the punch combination from Halo.
Halo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Halo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Risley finds it's way round the side to connect with Halo's head.
Halo pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T3#
Halo missing with a left hand there. Risley was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Risley feints the counter takedown.
Risley throws a combination. Halo tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Halo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Risley pinned against the cage. Risley gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Risley drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Halo defends it well.
Risley tries a head kick but it misses.
Risley slaps away a takedown attempt from Halo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Risley throws a big counter head kick but Halo avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Halo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Risley is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Risley looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Arthur Halo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Halo takes one to the chin there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Halo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Risley circles away.
Risley with the counter takedown but Halo avoids it easily.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 46:49
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 46:49
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Risley!
Joe Risley is the new welterweight champion!
Joe Risley decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Arthur Halo stepped up to the mic, saying 'No big deal. I'll go back to training now. '.

Event: FSF 11: Eagle
Date: Oct 07, 2017

#R1#
Risley fails to land with a series of punches.
Halo attempts a counter takedown but Risley avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Halo shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Risley manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Halo chips away with some ground and pound.
Halo throws a big right hand that misses.
Halo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Risley swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Halo has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Risley is pulling down on Halo's head. It's preventing any offense from Halo, at least for the moment.
Halo tries to free his leg and advance position but Risley is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halo preventing the sweep.
Halo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Risley is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Halo cracks Risley with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Halo drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Risley dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Halo looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Risley has picked Halo up and slammed him! Halo can't keep hold of the triangle and Risley manages to pass to side control!
Halo is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Risley off and has taken his back!
Risley just trying to survive but Halo is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Halo working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Risley is doing well to defend. Halo seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Risley is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Arthur Halo!
A victorious Arthur Halo thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: FSF 5: World
Date: Sep 15, 2017

#R1##CL#
Risley clinches up with McLarnin and pushes him back against the cage.
Risley lands with a left to the head.
McLarnin lands a body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Risley. #BC#
Risley breaks from the clinch.
Risley looks to clinch
and McLarnin counters with a nice uppercut.
We've been told by Risley's head coaches at Double XX that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Risley throws a head kick that McLarnin semi-blocks.
McLarnin swats away the attempt to clinch by Risley.#CL#
Risley clinches up with McLarnin and pushes him back against the cage.
Risley has a couple of punches blocked by McLarnin.
McLarnin told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Risley has McLarnin pushed against the cage.
Risley controlling the action here for a moment. #T1#
Risley scores with a shot to the side of McLarnin's head. #BC#
Risley escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Risley scores with a one two! McLarnin had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #ROC#
McLarnin is rocked!
Risley tests McLarnin's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McLarnin is still on wobbly legs! Can Risley finish him?
McLarnin looks up at the clock. Bad move! Risley lands a right hand from hell, dropping McLarnin. Risley pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Risley!
A very excited looking Joe Risley 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: Aug 31, 2017

#R1#
Man tries to close the distance and clinch but Risley swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Risley takes the fight into the clinch.
Risley lands a right hand that snaps the head of Man backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Man fails to land.
Risley lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Man fails to land.
Risley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Man lands a left hand.
Risley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Risley throws a punch but it's blocked by Man.
Risley lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Man breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Risley slips under a jab from Man.
Man looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Man throws a shot from downtown. Risley moves away and avoids it.#CL#
Risley clinches up against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A short right from Risley on the inside.
Risley lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Risley lands with a right to the head.
A short left from Risley.
Risley lands with a left to the head.
Man blocking some punches. #T1#
Man is looking to break free of the clinch but Risley has double underhooks.
Risley lands with a short shot to the head.
Risley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Risley lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Risley misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Risley.
Risley misses with some punches.
Man tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Risley pushes Man back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Risley throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mans head.
A shot in the inside from Risley.
Man misses with a hook from the clinch.
Risley throws a punch but it's blocked by Man.
Risley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Risley lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Man misses with a hook to the ribs.
Man misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Risley misses with a punch on the inside.
Man is looking to break free of the clinch but Risley has double underhooks.
Risley lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Risley. #T2#
A short uppercut from Risley.
Risley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Man.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Risley.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Man.
A short left from Risley.
Risley lands with a right to the head.
Man misses with a short punch on the inside.
Man working hard to break the clinch.
Risley lands a shoulder strike.
Man tries to break the clinch but Risley is controlling the position.
Man misses with some punches.
Risley scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Risley.#ROC#
Man is rocked!
Man throws a punch but it's blocked by Risley.
Man is still on wobbly legs! Can Risley finish him?
Risley misses with some punches.
Man working aggressively here.
Man seems to have recovered his senses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Man.
A head punch on the inside from Risley fails to land.
Risley scores with a shot to the side of Man's head.
Still in the clinch, Risley scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
Man working aggressively here.
Man throws a punch but it's blocked by Risley.
Risley lands with a light punch inside.
Man misses with a punch on the inside.
Risley pushes Man back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Man misses with a hook to the ribs.
Man is trying to break the clinch but Risley is controlling him.
Still in the clinch, Risley scores with a nice short uppercut.
Risley lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Risley lands a right hand.
Man tries to throw a body punch but Risley avoids it by throwing Man back against the cage.
Risley lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've been informed that Man has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Still in the clinch, Risley scores with a nice short uppercut.
Risley lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Man tries to work over Risley's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Man working hard to break the clinch.
Risley lands a left hand that snaps the head of Man backwards.
A shot in the inside from Risley.
Risley throws a punch but it's blocked by Man.
Man blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Risley blocks an uppercut.
Risley blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Man fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Man blocking some punches. #BC2#
Man breaks the clinch. #CL#
Risley moves into range and clinches up with Man.
Risley misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Risley.
Risley scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Risley swings wildly with an uppercut but Man uses good head movement to avoid it.
Risley blocks an uppercut.
Risley lands a hook that snaps the head of Man backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Risley.
Man blocking some punches.
Risley has a couple of punches blocked by Man.
Man misses with a hook from the clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Risley lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Man backwards.
Risley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Risley makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Risley prevents a body shot from Man.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Man.
Risley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Man tries to clinch up but Risley circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Risley moves into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Risley creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Man wants to break the clinch but can't.
A frustrated look appears on Man's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Risley lands with a right to the head.
Man trying to stall but Risley improves his position.
Risley misses with a short punch on the inside.
Risley lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Risley lands a hook to the side of the head.
Man misses with a short punch on the inside.
Man misses with a hook to the ribs.
Risley softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Man can't find room to land a body shot as Risley controls the action.
Risley lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Man tries to throw a body punch but Risley avoids it by throwing Man back against the cage.
Risley lands a right hand.
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!
Man swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Risley throws a punch but it's blocked by Man.
Risley pushes Man back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Man misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A frustrated look appears on Man's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1#
Man throws a punch but it's blocked by Risley.
Man blocking some punches.
Man blocking some punches.
Man is trying to force a seperation but Risley has the dominant position.
Man swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Risley working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Risley lands a right hand.
Risley lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Risley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Risley misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Man.
Man stalling in the clinch but Risley improves position.
Man blocks an uppercut.
Risley softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Risley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Risley.
Man blocks an uppercut.
Risley has Man pressed against the cage, preventing Man from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Man.
Man fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Man tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Man wants to get back to striking at distance but Risley won't allow it.
Risley lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Man backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Man misses with a punch on the inside.
Risley lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Risley scores with a shoulder strike.
Man is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Risley is keeping busy.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Risley pushes Man back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Risley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Risley lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Man to his knees! Risley keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Risley!
An out of breath Joe Risley thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SFC 16 - Bowman vs Chainz
Date: Aug 19, 2017

#R1#
Risley tries to land a leg kick but Mouwanga saw it coming and moves away.
Joe Risley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mouwanga moves out of range of the strikes.
Risley misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sloppy strikes from Mouwanga. Those never looked like landing.
Mouwanga throws a good cross that connects.
Risley with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mouwanga jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Mouwanga misses the target.
Risley throws a sloppy head kick
and Mouwanga counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley lands a head kick. Mouwanga smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Risley throws a series of punches but Mouwanga avoids them all with ease.
Risley lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Mouwanga.
Mouwanga throws a sloppy body shot
and Risley counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
A lazy left from Mouwanga finds it's target.
Risley throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mouwanga takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Risley uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Risley fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Risley throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Mouwanga.
Risley loads up on a big right hand but Mouwanga slips the punch.
Mouwanga lands a glancing blow to the side of Risley's head.#ROC2#
Risley is rocked!
Risley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mouwanga throws a series of punches but Risley avoids them all with ease.
Oh Risley is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mouwanga lands a brutal uppercut that launches Risley off his feet! Risley tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Daniel Mouwanga!

Event: SFC14 - Bowman vs Rockerfeller
Date: Jul 22, 2017

#R1#
LeVass fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
LeVass has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Risley is landing a low percentage of strikes.
LeVass slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
LeVass misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Risley tries to counter by moving into the clinch but LeVass manages to circle out of the way.
LeVass misses with a straight right.
LeVass swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
LeVass just misses with a punch to the body.
LeVass just misses with a punch to the body.
Risley looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
LeVass misses with a shot to the body
and Risley counters with a slapping leg kick.
LeVass scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Risley manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
LeVass throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Risley counters by moving into the clinch.
Risley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with LeVass's elbow.
Risley misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Risley lands a hook to the side of the head.
Risley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Risley letting LeVass take a breather here.
Risley throws a punch but it's blocked by LeVass.
Risley has LeVass pushed against the cage.
LeVass is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Risley is keeping busy.
Risley stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #TD2#
LeVass lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
LeVass tries to pass the half guard into mount. Risley knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Risley wants to sweep but LeVass has passed to side control!#T2#
Risley gets back to half guard.
Risley regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Risley is looking for a triangle but LeVass pushes his legs off easily.
Risley working a defensive guard here.
Risley manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. LeVass manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
LeVass has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Risley has passed into side control.
LeVass prevents Risley from moving into mount. #T3#
LeVass is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Risley looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
LeVass is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Risley wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by LeVass, who protects the arm well.
LeVass is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Risley off and has taken his back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
LeVass gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Risley trying to control the hands but LeVass breaks the grip.
LeVass misses with punches from the back.
Risley is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
LeVass really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Risley.
Risley is in bad spot here.
Risley prevents LeVass from getting a body triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ka'Ra LeVass will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
LeVass shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Risley but Risley pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Risley showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from LeVass. #TD2#
LeVass feints and as Risley raises his hands in defense, LeVass changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
LeVass wants to control from the top but Risley keeps moving.
LeVass lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass won't allow Risley to get back to his feet.
Risley looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Risley is looking to stand up but LeVass isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
LeVass cracks Risley with a solid left hand.
Risley 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.
LeVass pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Risley is keeping the position for now.
LeVass with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Risley is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. LeVass is aware though and is defending well.
Risley has momentary wrist control but LeVass slips an elbow through the middle.
LeVass is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
LeVass missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
LeVass must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
LeVass postures up.
LeVass has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2##SUB#
Risley is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
LeVass stands up over Risley, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Risley working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from LeVass. #SUB#
Risley is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
LeVass trying to control but Risley is working from the bottom.
LeVass postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Risley keeping moving, preventing LeVass from controlling successfully.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3##SUB#
Risley is looking for a triangle but LeVass pushes his legs off easily.
Risley avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
LeVass with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
LeVass stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Risley swivels though and keeps the full guard.
LeVass engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Risley is looking to sweep but instead, LeVass has passed into half guard.
LeVass wants to control but Risley is keeping him busy. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
LeVass content to control rather than advance.
LeVass is trying to control. Risley wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
LeVass cracks Risley with a good jab.
LeVass scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
LeVass will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Risley is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from LeVass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Risley uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Risley wants to slow LeVass down by chopping away at his legs.
We've been told by Risley's head coaches at The Coffee Shop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
LeVass throws a lazy uppercut
and Risley counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ka'Ra LeVass showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Risley'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#
Risley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from LeVass.
Risley is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Risley 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Risley throws a low kick but it's checked well by LeVass.
LeVass walks into a left hand.
Jab, jab by LeVass - just one landing.
Risley takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jab from LeVass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Risley manages to avoid it.
Risley wants to clinch up but LeVass keeps it at a distance.
Risley tries to clinch but fails miserably
and LeVass connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
LeVass scores with a jab to the body.
LeVass tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Risley was well out of range. Poor timing from LeVass.
LeVass takes a swing at Risley's ribcage but misses.
Risley on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
LeVass loads up on a big right hand but Risley slips the punch.
LeVass lands a glancing blow to the side of Risley's head.
LeVass shoots and misses
and Risley cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
LeVass moves in looking to clinch but Risley pushes him off.
LeVass scores with a hook to the body. Risley takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
LeVass sizes up Risley with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
LeVass wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Risley misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
LeVass connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
LeVass misses with a low kick.
LeVass ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
LeVass throws a hook but Risley blocks it.
The fighters circle momentarily. LeVass darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Risley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
LeVass lunges at Risley with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Risley's hand. #T3#
Nice sprawl there from Risley as LeVass shoots in.
LeVass changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
LeVass fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Risley manages to avoid it.
LeVass jabbing away but nothing is landing.
LeVass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Risley moves away.#CL#
Risley rushes LeVass and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
LeVass is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Joe Risley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ka'Ra LeVass.
Risley content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Risley lands an uppercut.
LeVass has Risley pushed against the cage.
LeVass tries to stall but Risley uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T4#
Risley misses with a hook to the ribs.
Risley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Risley throws a blind hook that connects with the side of LeVasss head.
Joe Risley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Risley stalling against the cage.
Risley has LeVass pushed against the cage.
Risley gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
A short right from Risley on the inside.
LeVass looking to slow down the pace here.
Risley swings away with an uppercut that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ka'Ra LeVass comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got LeVass winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SFC11 - Bowman vs Risley
Date: Jun 17, 2017

#R1#
Bowman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Risley fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#TD#
Bowman shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Risley manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Risley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bowman is one step ahead there.
Bowman trying to control the position from guard on top but Risley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been hearing good reports from Bowman'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.
Risley not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Risley keeping moving, preventing Bowman from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Risley isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Bowman stacks Risley 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 Bowman!
Bowman tries to advance position but instead Risley slips a leg back in to half guard. #T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Risley manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Risley looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bowman trying to control but Risley is working from the bottom.
Bowman is really struggling to control Risley but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Bowman stopping the sweep attempt from Risley.
Bowman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bowman is working hard here to advance position.
Bowman trying to control but Risley is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bowman advances position into side control!
Risley tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bowman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Bowman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Bowman tries for a kimura but Risley is defending well. #SUB#
Bowman tries for a kimura but Risley is defending well.
Risley is looking for a sweep.#T3##SUB#
Bowman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Bowman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bowman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Risley is not content to let Bowman control the position. #SUB#
Bowman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Risley has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Bowman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Bowman has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Risley is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Bowman yanks on the arm and Risley is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Bowman.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tom Bowman!
Tom Bowman retains his welterweight title!
After winning the bout, Tom Bowman thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SFC9 - Dubois vs Bowman
Date: May 20, 2017

#R1#
A big left from Diaz misses.
Diaz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Diaz takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Risley staying out of range there.
Risley ducks under a wild hook from Diaz.
A little feinted left hand from Risley on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Diaz throws out a loose jab but Risley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Risley is looking to counter the offense by Diaz and move into the clinch.
Risley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diaz moves away.#CL#
Risley moves into the clinch successfully.
Risley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Risley lands a nice uppercut.
Diaz throws a punch but it's blocked by Risley.
Risley lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Diaz or not.
Risley lands a left hand that snaps the head of Diaz backwards.
Risley leaning against his opponent.
Diaz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Risley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Risley.
Diaz misses with some punches.
Risley lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Diaz misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Diaz digs a right hand underneath Risley's ribcage. Risley let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Risley lands with a light punch inside.
A short left from Risley. #CUT#
It looks like Nick Diaz has been cut.
Diaz takes a shot to the head.
Still in the clinch, Risley scores with a nice short uppercut.
Diaz tries to work over Risley's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Risley pushes Diaz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Diaz misses with some punches.
Risley lands a shoulder strike.
Risley lands with a light punch inside. #ROC#
Diaz is rocked!
Risley lands a big right hand that drops Diaz! The killer instinct kicks in and Risley finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Risley!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Risley!
Joe Risley thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: VFA 13
Date: Apr 22, 2017

#R1#
Risley uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Risley looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Risley lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Chainz at a distance.
Risley throws a body shot but no joy.
Joe Risley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Risley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chainz.
Chainz is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Risley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Risley connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Chainz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Risley.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Risley tries to keep at a distance but Chainz has taken the fight into the clinch.
Chainz struggles to land a body shot inside as Risley controls his hands.
Chainz throws a head punch that misses.
Risley scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Risley stalling in the clinch.
Risley tries for a takedown but Chainz manages to get underhooks.
Risley tries a body shot but Chainz blocks it.
Chainz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chainz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Risley slowing the pace effectively.
Risley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Risley is struggling to control the position.
Risley drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Risley. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Risley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chainz's elbow.
A right hand to the body from Chainz.
Risley drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chainz pulls his leg out and moves away. #T2#
Chainz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chainz thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Risley misses the target.
Risley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Risley is looking to wear down Chainz with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Chainz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Risley.
Chainz throws a fast counter high kick but Risley manages to duck under it in time.
Risley looks to score with a jab to the body but Chainz is just out of range.
Chainz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Chainz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Chainz tries to close the distance and clinch but Risley swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Chainz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Two Chainz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Risley shoots in for a takedown but Chainz shows good takedown defense.
Chainz just misses with a punch to the body.
Chainz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Risley lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T3#
Risley blocks a head kick by Chainz.
Chainz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Risley tests Chainz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Chainz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Risley at a distance.
Risley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Risley. Chainz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chainz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chainz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Risley.
Risley fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chainz on the side of the head.
Chainz moves out of range as Risley strikes.
Chainz counters with a body kick.
Risley lands a jab to the head. #T4#
Risley tries a head kick but it misses.
Chainz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Risley.
And Chainz responds with a good body kick, but Risley manages to step out the way in time.
Risley throws a looping overhand right but Chainz ducks down to avoid it.
Chainz throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Risley.
Chainz looks for the body kick but Risley saw that one coming.
Risley takes one to the side of the head.
Chainz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Risley.
Chainz steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Risley misses with a straight left.
Chainz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Risley.
It seemed like Chainz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Risley misses with an uppercut. Chainz saw that one coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley dominated that round.
That's time! Risley's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Risley works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Chainz is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Risley tests Chainz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Risley lands the left hand.
Risley throws a shot from downtown. Chainz moves away and avoids it.
Chainz throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Chainz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Risley misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Risley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Risley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chainz can do to turn this around?
Chainz swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD#
Risley looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Chainz!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Risley tries for a kimura but Chainz is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Risley tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Risley has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Risley lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Chainz is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Chainz wants to get back to his feet but Risley drags him back down.
Risley scores with a couple of short elbows.#SUB#
Risley is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Chainz knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Chainz takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Risley working the ground and pound.
Risley creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Chainz looks to move to half guard but instead Risley has passed into mount! Damn!
Risley landing strikes, looking to finish!
Chainz can't escape the position.
The referee warns Chainz that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Risley looking to control but Chainz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Chainz tries to reverse the position but Risley maintains control.#T3#
Chainz is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Risley has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Chainz's face.
Risley breaks from Chainz's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Chainz is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Risley lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Chainz keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chainz is squirming around, avoiding Risley's attempts to control the action.
Chainz is looking to improve his position but Risley isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
A nice elbow there by Risley.
Chainz keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chainz is still trying to improve position.
Risley fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Risley is in the full mount, landing strikes.
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!
Chainz is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Risley 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.
Risley wants to control the pace but Chainz is squirming around nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Risley closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Risley scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Chainz is looking to improve his position.
Chainz tries to kick Risley off but Risley keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Joe Risley overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Chainz is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Risley scores with a couple of nice shots.
Risley content to control rather than advance.
Risley passes to full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley tries to control but Chainz wriggling away.
Risley lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Chainz hang on?#T1#
Risley trying to control but Chainz is having none of it.
Risley working the ground and pound effectively. #SUB#
Risley with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Risley raining down hammerfists from mount.
Risley punishing his opponent with strikes.
Risley lands with some strikes.
Chainz really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T2#
Risley can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Chainz is looking to escape.
Risley fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Chainz tries to hold on but Risley pushes him away.
Risley lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Chainz hang on?
Risley trying to control but Chainz is having none of it.
Risley is really struggling to control Chainz but he's trying to hold on to the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chainz is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there. #T3#
Risley lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Chainz hang on?
You get the feeling that Chainz really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Chainz can't escape the position.
Chainz keeps trying to improve his position.
Risley controlling his opponent.
Chainz is squirming around, avoiding Risley's attempts to control the action.
Chainz takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Risley landing strikes from the mount.
Risley tries to control but Chainz wriggling away. #T4#
Chainz wants to control but Risley is having none of it.
Chainz tries to improve his position but instead Risley has taken his back!
Chainz is trying to get back to his feet but Risley has full control of the position and if anything, Chainz has just worked his way into a worse spot.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Risley. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
You can see the frustration on Chainz's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Chainz is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #SUB#
Chainz is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Risley showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Risley, 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: VFA 11
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
Risley shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Chainz but Chainz pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Good shot there by Risley.
Risley shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Risley misses with a looping left.
Chainz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Risley.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Risley. 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.#TD#
Risley closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Chainz quickly recovers to half guard.
Risley trying to mount his opponent but Chainz defends it.
Chainz wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Chainz tries to kick Risley off but Risley keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Chainz tries to get to full guard but Risley has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Risley controlling the pace.
Chainz wants to improve his position but Risley is controlling well.
Chainz pushes Risley off looking to stand but Risley dives back in and keeps control.
Risley is thwarting Chainz's attempts to control the position.
Risley lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Risley trying to pass the guard but Chainz defending well.
Risley is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Risley wants to control the pace but Chainz is squirming around nicely.
Risley lands a big shot there that rocks Chainz but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Risley controlling from the full mount.
Chainz really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Risley lands a big shot there that rocks Chainz but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #T3#
Risley lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Chainz is looking to improve his position but Risley isn't that keen on the idea.
Risley 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.
Risley scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Chainz?
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Risley pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Risley lands a nice shot to the head.
Risley wants to take Chainz's back here but Chainz is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Risley moves to the back position.
Risley has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Chainz's body.
Risley is working the ground and pound. Can Chainz escape?#T4##SUB#
Risley has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Chainz has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Chainz 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.
Chainz wants to escape the position.
A lull in the action here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
I would not like to be Chainz right now.
Risley trying to control.
Risley scores with punches from the back.
Chainz tries to escape but Risley 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.

Joe Risley 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#
Risley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chainz.
Risley throws the kick towards the body but Chainz avoids it.#TD#
Risley shoots in and gets a takedown into Chainz's guard.
Chainz avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Risley 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.
Risley pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chainz is keeping the position for now.
Risley prevents Chainz from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chainz is pulling down on Risley's head. It's preventing any offense from Risley, at least for the moment.
Chainz 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##T1#
Chainz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Risley trying to control here.
Risley gets full guard.#SU2#
Chainz decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Chainz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Chainz avoids the head kick by Risley.
Chainz misses with a straight left.
Risley is looking to counter with a body kick.
Risley throws a good cross that connects. #TD#
Risley fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Chainz to the ground. Risley is now in Chainz's guard.
Chainz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Chainz wants to stand and escape but Risley is having none of it.
Risley scoring with punches to the head and body. #ES2#
Chainz pushes Risley off and scrambles back to his feet.
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!
Chainz misses the shot to the body.
Chainz throws a head kick but Risley moves out of range.
Risley swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Chainz leaves Risley with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Risley wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Chainz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T3#
Chainz misses with a body shot.
Chainz stuffs the takedown.
Chainz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Risley.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Risley. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Risley throws a body shot but no joy.
Risley tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chainz swivels and escapes.#KD2#
Chainz lands a big head kick that sends Risley tumbling to the mat! Chainz takes a step backwards and waves Risley back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Chainz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Risley half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Chainz stuffs the takedown attempt from Risley. Risley gets slowly back to his feet.
A nice side step and Chainz releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T4#
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!
Chainz cracks a nice hook into Risley's ribs.
Joe Risley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Risley lands with a right hand.
Risley changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Chainz wants to clinch up but Risley keeps it at a distance.
Risley tries to counter with a takedown but Chainz is quick to defend against it.
Chainz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Risley paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Risley attempts a counter takedown but Chainz avoids it well and moves away.
Chainz thuds his shin into the meat of Risley's side.
A slow jab from Risley misses its intended target.
Chainz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chainz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Risley throwing a counter right hand but Chainz manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Two Chainz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Risley's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Risley shoots in but Chainz avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Risley misses with a looping left.
A lazy left from Chainz finds it's target.
Risley on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Chainz tries a head kick but it misses.
Risley changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Chainz tries to avoid it but Risley manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Chainz to the ground. Chainz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chainz avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Risley. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Chainz.
Chainz doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Chainz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Risley attempts a counter takedown but Chainz avoids it well and moves away.
Risley fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Chainz now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Chainz misses the shot to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Chainz there.
Two Chainz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Chainz misses with a body shot.
Chainz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice shot by Risley.
Risley moves away from the strike by Chainz.
Chainz misses with a kick to the body.
Chainz is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Risley rather than just go for the knockout.#T2#
Chainz throws a head kick but Risley moves out of range.
Risley fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Chainz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Risley.
Risley connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Risley dives in for a single leg takedown but Chainz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Chainz is looking to land body kicks.
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!
Risley throws a body punch but Chainz moves out of range. #T3#
Chainz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Risley.
Chainz throws a sloppy head kick and Risley moves out of range easily.
Risley thinks about countering with a head kick.
Chainz throws a sloppy head kick
and Chainz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chainz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Risley manages to avoid it.
Risley works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Risley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Chainz replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Risley blocks it well.
Chainz lands a lovely overhand right.
Chainz moves away from the strike by Risley.
Chainz now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Risley takes a swing at Chainz's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Risley looks to land a right hand but Chainz moved out of range.
Chainz now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Risley closes the distance and clinches up with Chainz, looking for a takedown. Risley pushes Chainz against the cage but Chainz circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Chainz throws a hook but Risley blocks it.
Nice uppercut lands for Risley. That snapped Chainz's head back.
Nice shot by Risley.
Risley shoots in and drives through. Chainz sprawls well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Risley gets a double leg takedown into Chainz's guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Risley being controlled here momentarily.
Chainz keeping moving, preventing Risley from controlling successfully.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Two Chainz.
I think Chainz 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: VFA 5
Date: Feb 25, 2017

#R1#
Risley misses with a two punch combination.
Risley uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Radev.
Risley lands a right hook to the body.
Radev connects with the punch.#CL#
Risley clinches up with Radev and pushes him back against the cage.
Risley misses with a punch on the inside.
Radev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Radev blocks an uppercut.
Risley lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Radev backwards.
Risley blocks a body shot from Radev.
Radev misses with a hook from the clinch.
Radev misses with some punches. #BC2#
Radev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Risley misses with a wild body shot.
Risley moves in looking to clinch but Radev pushes him off.
Risley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Radev scores with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Risley uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Radev.#T1#
Radev pivots, looking for a leg kick but Risley is out of range and Radev settles back down.
A jab lands there for Risley.
Radev throws a big shot that misses.
Risley cracks Radev with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Risley uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Radev.
Risley closes this distance looking for a takedown but Radev circles away.
Radev tries to land a front kick but Risley steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Risley appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Risley looks to score with a jab to the body but Radev is just out of range.#TD#
Risley shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Risley showed some decent athleticism there.
Radev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Risley missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Radev is looking to improve his position.
Risley thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Radev's head.
Risley 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.
Risley is thwarting Radev's attempts to control the position.
Radev is looking to improve his position.
Risley looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Risley slips a nice elbow through Radev's hands, connecting with Radev's forehead.#T3#
Risley is just content to waste time from the top position. Radev takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Risley's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Radev utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Risley postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Risley in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Radev keeping moving, preventing Risley from controlling successfully.
Radev has his hands on Risley's head, controlling the position.
Risley wants to control from the top but Radev keeps moving.
Radev looking to hit a scissor sweep but Risley is one step ahead there. #T4#
Risley trying to control but Radev is working from the bottom.
Radev working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Radev misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Risley.
Radev blocks a head kick by Risley.
Risley connects with an inside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Radev.
Risley turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Radev fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Risley is out of range.
Risley attempts a counter takedown but Radev avoids it well and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Risley moves out of range of the leg kick from Radev.
Risley connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Radev's hands.
Risley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Radev can do to turn this around?
Risley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Risley sets himself, and Radev steps forward looking for the clinch! Risley avoids it this time.
A head kick from Risley lands but Radev takes it in his stride.
Radev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Radev ducks under a wild hook from Risley.
An inside leg kick lands from Radev.
Radev gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Some bone on bone action there as Radev checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Risley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Risley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Risley scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Risley throws a chopping leg kick but Radev manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Radev lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A head kick misses from Risley.
Risley moves out of range as Radev strikes.
Risley appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Risley on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Risley moves away from the strike by Radev.
Risley thumps Radev with a low kick.
Radev misses with a low kick.
Radev scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Radev throws a nice outside leg kick.
Radev checks a low kick from Risley.
Radev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Risley.
Risley loads up on a big right hand but Radev slips the punch.
Radev takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Risley throws a leg kick which misses Radev's front leg but catches the back leg as Radev tries to avoid it.
Risley misses with an uppercut.
Radev lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Risley wants to clinch.
Radev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T2#
Radev is looking to slow Risley down with leg kicks.
Radev shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Risley as he jumps to the side.
Radev stuffs the takedown attempt from Risley. Risley gets slowly back to his feet.
Radev throws a hook but Risley blocks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Risley fails with a takedown attempt.
Radev clobbers Risley with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Radev changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Radev on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Radev motions for Risley to come forward. Radev throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Radev walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Risley checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T3#
Radev throws a leg kick that misses.
Risley ducks under a wild hook from Radev.
Risley half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Radev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Risley closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Radev avoids the head kick by Risley.
Radev lands a jab to Risley's midsection.
Radev digs a good body shot into Risley's ribs.
Radev misses with a head kick.
Radev misses with a low kick.
Risley fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Radev.
Risley misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Risley lands with a right hand.
Risley scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Radev throws a hook to the side of Risley's head but Risley sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Risley tries to counter with a takedown but Radev is quick to defend against it.
Radev throws a series of punches but Risley moves out of range.
Nikolai Radev seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Risley lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Radev throws a leg kick which misses Risley's front leg but catches the back leg as Risley tries to avoid it.
Radev's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Risley connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Radev scrambles back to his feet.
Risley moves in looking to clinch but Radev pushes him off.
Risley tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Radev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Radev looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Radev lands with a right hand.
Risley scores with the left hand. Radev knows he should have avoided that one.
Radev connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Risley misses with a combination
and Radev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Risley misses with a wild body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Nikolai Radev 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#
Risley walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Radev checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Radev misses with an uppercut
and Risley counters with a straight right hand.
Risley scores with a jab to the head.
Risley connects with a solid leg kick.
Radev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Risley sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Radev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Risley misses with a wild body shot.
Radev 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.
Radev chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Risley can pounce on him.
Radev checks a leg kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Radev.
Risley misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Risley looks for the body kick but Radev saw that one coming.
Radev misses with an uppercut. Risley saw that one coming.
Radev checks a leg kick. #T1#
Radev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Radev there as he acknowledges the shot.
Radev misses with an uppercut. Risley saw that one coming.
Risley pivots, looking for a leg kick but Radev is out of range and Risley settles back down.
Radev wants to counter with a clinch but Risley pushes him away.
Nice jab there from Risley.
Radev misses with an uppercut. Risley saw that one coming.
Risley checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A solid leg kick lands there for Radev.
Radev scoring well with a low kick there.
Radev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Risley.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Radev.
Radev misses with a straight left.
Radev attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Radev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Risley walks into a jab.
Risley keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T2#
Risley lands with an overhand left.
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!
Radev checks a leg kick nicely.#TD#
Risley shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Risley showed some decent athleticism there.
Risley is trying to control the action in half guard but Radev is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Radev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Risley is looking to stall here but Radev recovers full guard.
Joe Risley overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Risley wants to pass the guard but Radev is keeping the position.#T3#
Radev seems keen to control Risley's posture.
Risley sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Radev's guard.
Radev works his way to full guard. Good work.
Radev wants to sweep but no luck.
Radev looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Risley puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Radev keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB#
Risley is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T4#
Risley winds up and cracks Radev with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Risley is keen to just control but Radev is a slippery customer.
Risley sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Radev is not content to let Risley control the position.
Risley tries to pass to full mount but Radev defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Risley not landing any meaningful shots this time.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Risley showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Risley 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Risley!
Joe Risley thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: EVO 290: Hawkins vs Dunas
Date: Jan 11, 2017

#R1#
Risley misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kersikov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Risley.
Kersikov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kersikov throws a low kick, looking for Risley's leg but Risley calmly moves out of range.
Kersikov blocks a head kick by Risley.
Kersikov lunges at Risley with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Risley's hand. #CL2#
Kersikov closes the distance and clinches.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov lands with a light punch inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Risley wants a takedown but no success here.
Kersikov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov swings wildly with an uppercut but Risley uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Kersikov manages to break the clinch.
Kersikov is looking to land body kicks.
Risley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Risley misses the target.
Risley throws a head kick that misses.
Kersikov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kersikov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Risley moves out of range of the body kick.
Risley throws a head kick but Kersikov moves out of range.
Risley misses with the body kick
and Kersikov counters with a thumping low kick.
Risley dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kersikov. That did some damage!
Kersikov tries to score with a low kick but Risley moves his leg out of the way.
Kersikov throws a big shot that misses.
Kersikov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Risley shoots for a double leg takedown but Kersikov sprawls well. He's pushed Risley's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Risley throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
Kersikov throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Risley's head.
Risley shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kersikov as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Risley. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kersikov enables Risley to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kersikov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Kersikov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Risley is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Risley changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kersikov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Kersikov gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Risley counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Risley dives in and grabs Kersikov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kersikov pushes down on Risley's head and hops out.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Risley checks it.
Joe Risley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Risley tries for a takedown but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Risley shoots in but no luck this time.
Kersikov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Risley scores with a three punch combo! #T3#
Risley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
A head kick misses from Risley.
Risley throws a head kick that misses.
Risley takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Risley doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kersikov delivers a nice body kick.
Risley is breathing heavily.
Risley lands a high kick!
Kersikov tries to land a leg kick but Risley saw it coming and moves away.
Kersikov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Risley throws a low kick but Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kersikov drops his hands momentarily and Risley takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Risley staying out of range there.
Risley attempts a counter takedown but Kersikov avoids it well and moves away.#T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Kersikov.
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!
Kersikov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Risley throws a sloppy head kick
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice defenses there by Risley.
Risley tries to counter with a takedown but Kersikov is quick to defend against it.
Risley cracks a nice hook into Kersikov's ribs.
Kersikov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kersikov lands a body shot.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the jaw.#ROC2#
Risley is rocked!
BAM! Kersikov delivers a spinning backfist that drops Risley like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Rustam Kersikov!

Event: EVO 280: Beast vs Skif
Date: Nov 24, 2016

#R1#
Risley connects with a single shot there.
We've been informed that Mclovin has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Mclovin checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Risley swings for the body but Mclovin moves out of range.
Risley checks a leg kick nicely.
Risley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Risley walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Risley throws a poor cross that misses #KD2#
and Mclovin counters with a crisp one two that drops Risley! Mclovin thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Risley to his feet! Risley is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Risley is rocked!
Mclovin ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Risley's jaw. Risley's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Mclovin does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Pony Mclovin!
An intense looking Pony Mclovin took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Smart fighting days are over, fuck that Greg Jackson shit now on imma start knock fuckers out cold! Stockton motherfucka!'.

Event: EVO 275: Monster
Date: Oct 29, 2016

#R1#
Risley moves out of range as Ragnvaldr throws a body kick.
Ragnvaldr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Risley.
Risley connects with a high kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Osgar Ragnvaldr has been cut.
Risley is looking to chop away at Ragnvaldr's legs.
Ragnvaldr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ragnvaldr is looking to chop away at Risley's legs.
Risley darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ragnvaldr scores with a nice head shot.
Risley displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ragnvaldr. #CL2#
Risley takes the fight into the clinch.
Risley slows down the pace here.
Risley misses with the head strike. #T1#
Ragnvaldr is trying to pull guard but Risley has him pressed against the cage.
Risley makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ragnvaldr lands with a left to the head.
Ragnvaldr has Risley pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Risley manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osgar Ragnvaldr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ragnvaldr has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Risley avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Risley stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ragnvaldr tries for a takedown. No joy.
Risley displaying some good clinch control by pressing Ragnvaldr up against the cage.
Risley lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ragnvaldr backwards.
Ragnvaldr misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ragnvaldr blocks a body shot from Risley.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Risley.
A short uppercut from Risley.
Risley lands a body shot.
Ragnvaldr letting Risley take a breather here.#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Risley.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Risley.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Risley misses with the head strike.
Ragnvaldr is looking for a takedown.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Risley's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ragnvaldr wants to take the fight to the mat but Risley manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Risley takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A short body shot lands from Risley as the two fighters clinch.
A short right from Risley.
Ragnvaldr fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Risley lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Risley will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ragnvaldr up against the cage.
Risley is working Ragnvaldr over against the cage.#T3#
Risley lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ragnvaldr backwards.
Nice body punch from Risley.
Risley pressing his opponent against the cage.
Risley misses with the head strike.
Risley scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC2#
Ragnvaldr is rocked!
Ragnvaldr letting Risley take a breather here.
Oh Ragnvaldr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Risley has a couple of punches blocked by Ragnvaldr.
Risley has a couple of punches blocked by Ragnvaldr.
Risley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Risley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Risley throws a head punch that misses.
Risley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The referee is keeping an eye on Risley - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Risley misses with the head strike.
Risley is leaning against Ragnvaldr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ragnvaldr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Risley misses with the head strike.
Ragnvaldr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Risley is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Risley content to slow the pace in the clinch.
The crowd are getting on Risley's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Risley.
Risley working aggressively here.
Risley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Risley misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ragnvaldr being controlled against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Risley is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Risley continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Risley swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ragnvaldr.
Risley misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Risley.
Ragnvaldr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Risley dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Ragnvaldr blocks an uppercut.
Risley misses with the head strike.
Ragnvaldr seems to have got his legs back now.
Risley swings wildly with an uppercut but Ragnvaldr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Risley tries to throw a body punch but Ragnvaldr avoids it by throwing Risley back against the cage.
Risley dips a shoulder and cracks Ragnvaldr with a mighty uppercut! Ragnvaldr falls back against the cage and Risley unloads with a barrage of strikes! Ragnvaldr is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Risley screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Risley!
A victorious Joe Risley thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EVO 267: Alvado vs Kersikov
Date: Sep 10, 2016

#R1#
Risley throws an overhand right that lands on Katsidis's shoulder, as Katsidis tries to avoid the shot.
Katsidis thows a leg kick but Risley checks it
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Katsidis walks into a straight right hand from Risley.
A telegraphed right hand from Katsidis misses the target.
Katsidis thumps Risley with a low kick.
Katsidis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Katsidis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Risley to score with a decent uppercut.
Risley takes one to the chin there.
Katsidis throws a body punch but Risley moves out of range.
Katsidis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Amsterdam in the buildup to the fight.
Risley moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Risley misses with a lunging right hand
and Katsidis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Katsidis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Katsidis rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Risley moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Risley ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Risley on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T1#
The fighters circling - Risley throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Risley 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 Katsidis has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Katsidis and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Katsidis throws a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Risley.
Katsidis lands a body shot.
Risley slips a jab and a cross from Katsidis.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Katsidis, right into the meat.
Katsidis scores with a jab. Risley acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Risley looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Risley will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Katsidis throws a quick counter kick to the body but Risley avoids it.
Katsidis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Katsidis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
An inside leg kick lands from Katsidis.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Risley thows a left - swing and a miss!
Katsidis throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Risley's head.#T2#
A head kick by Risley misses
and Katsidis counters with a nice low kick that buckles Risley's knee momentarily.
Risley blocks a jab.
Risley throws a head kick that misses.
Risley misses with a looping right.
Risley works the jab nicely.
A lazy body kick from Katsidis
and Risley counters with a nice uppercut.
Katsidis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big left from Risley misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Katsidis. Risley does a little dance to reset his feet.
Risley misses with a low kick as Katsidis jumps back.
Risley scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Risley scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Risley throws a leg kick that misses. #T3#
Risley showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Katsidis.
Risley has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Katsidis.
Risley misses with a hook.
Katsidis slips a jab from Risley.
Risley connects with a good right hand that stumbles Katsidis. Katsidis circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Katsidis walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Risley checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Nice uppercut lands for Risley. That snapped Katsidis's head back.
The fighters circling - Katsidis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Risley shapes to counter with a head kick.
Risley walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Katsidis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Risley misses with a body shot.
Katsidis connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Risley momentarily.
Risley misses with a body shot. #T4#
Katsidis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Risley clobbers Katsidis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Risley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Some bone on bone action there as Katsidis checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Katsidis misses with a low kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Katsidis, right into the meat.
A big left from Risley misses.
Katsidis scores with a kick to the body.
Katsidis with a hook.
Risley wants to land a leg kick but Katsidis is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Katsidis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Risley was well out of range. Poor timing from Katsidis.
Risley throws a leg kick but Katsidis moved away.
Risley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Katsidis.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Joe Risley will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Risley looks to land a right hand but Katsidis moved out of range.
It looked like Katsidis was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Katsidis throws the left hand but Risley avoids the punch easily.
Risley takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Katsidis keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Katsidis throwing a counter right hand but Risley manages to avoid it.
Risley gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#ROC#
Risley is rocked!
Katsidis drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Risley right on the button. Risley goes down! Katsidis follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Katsidis gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Achilleo Katsidis!
After winning the bout, Achilleo Katsidis thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: EVO 260: Traylor vs Mangrove J
Date: Aug 04, 2016

#R1#
Barclay throws a right and a left that Risley avoids nicely.
Nice shot lands for Risley.
Risley looks to land a right hand but Barclay moved out of range.
Risley throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Barclay looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice straight punches there by Barclay. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Barclay.
Risley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from Barclay on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Barclay has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Risley finds it's way round the side to connect with Barclay's head.
Barclay avoids the body shot from Risley.
Barclay scores with a spinning back kick!
A slow jab from Barclay misses its intended target.
Risley fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Barclay.
Risley scores with a jab. Barclay acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Risley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barclay was well out of range. Poor timing from Risley.
Risley fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barclay misses with a body kick.
Barclay throws a body punch but Risley moves out of range.
Risley throwing a counter right hand but Barclay manages to avoid it.
Risley takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Barclay misses with a body kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Barclay. Risley shrugs it off though.
Barclay throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Risley scores with a nice right hand.
Barclay missing with a left hand there. Risley was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Barclay takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL2#
Barclay moves into the clinch.
Barclay is trying to push Risley away but Risley has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Risley blocks a body shot from Barclay.
Risley looking to slow down the pace here.
Barclay trying to land knees to the body.
Risley tries a body shot but Barclay blocks it.
Barclay struggles to land a body shot inside as Risley controls his hands.
Barclay misses with a knee to the head.
I was talking to Risley's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Risley lands a nice shot to the body.
Barclay has a couple of punches blocked by Risley.
Risley blocks a body shot from Barclay. #T2#
Barclay lands with a short shot to the head.
Barclay throws a head punch that misses.
Barclay working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barclay misses with a body punch.
Risley avoiding damage as Barclay throws knees to the body.
Risley taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Risley throws a head punch that misses.
Risley blocking some punches.
Barclay can't find room to land a body shot as Risley controls the action.
Barclay makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Risley lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Barclay tries a body shot but Risley blocks it.
Barclay pushes Risley back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Barclay can't find room to land a body shot as Risley controls the action.
Barclay tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Risley's elbow.
Barclay pushes Risley back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Barclay using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Barclay tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Risley blocks an elbow strike.
Barclay misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barclay.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Barclay.
A left hand lands to the body for Barclay.
A short uppercut from Risley.
Risley lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Risley misses with the head strike.
Barclay working aggressively here.
Barclay missing with knees to the body.
A shot in the inside from Risley.
Barclay is trying to force a seperation but Risley has the dominant position.
Risley misses with the head strike.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Risley takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Barclay lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Barclay misses with a punch to the body.
Barclay blocks a body shot from Risley. #T4##BC2#
Barclay's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Risley jabs Barclay right on the nose. Barclay blinks but takes it well.
Barclay misses with a body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A clash of legs there as Risley blocks the low kick.
Barclay tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Risley paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barclay dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Risley. That did some damage!
Barclay throws a body punch but Risley moves out of range.
Barclay fakes the leg kick and cracks Risley in the body.
Barclay connects with the punch.
Risley fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Barclay checks it well.
Barclay throws a right hand that Risley ducks under and follows up with a left that Risley also avoids with ease.
Barclay tries to land a leg kick but Risley saw it coming and moves away.
Risley dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Risley throws a jab when Barclay was well out of range.
Risley looks to land a left hand but Barclay moved out of range nicely.
Risley loads up on a big right hand but Barclay slips the punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Andy Barclay 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#
Nice shot lands for Risley.
Risley throws the left hand but Barclay avoids the punch easily.
Risley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barclay manages to avoid it.
A jab from Risley misses.
Barclay throws the kick towards the body but Risley avoids it.
Risley walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Barclay checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Barclay avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Barclay misses with a straight left.
Risley throws a hook but Barclay avoids it easily.
Barclay throws a push kick but Risley slaps the foot to one side.
Risley walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Barclay checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barclay gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Risley tries a head kick but it misses.
Barclay lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Barclay jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Risley moves out of range of the leg kick from Barclay.
Barclay misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Risley connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Risley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Risley checks a leg kick.
Risley avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Risley wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Barclay throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Risley cracks Barclay with a good jab.
Barclay motions for Risley to come forward. Barclay throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Risley gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Barclay looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Barclay misses with a low kick.
Barclay blocks a jab.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#CL2#
Barclay pushes Risley up against the cage in a clinch.
Barclay lands a nice uppercut.
Barclay fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Risley has a couple of punches blocked by Barclay.
Risley pushes Barclay back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Risley tries a body shot but Barclay blocks it.
Barclay swings wildly with an uppercut but Risley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barclay trying to land knees to the body.
Barclay is trying to break free.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Risley. #BC2#
Barclay breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Risley wants to slow Barclay down by chopping away at his legs.
Risley blocks a head kick by Barclay.
Barclay throws a sloppy head kick
and Risley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Risley is looking to slow Barclay down with leg kicks.
Risley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barclay manages to avoid it.
Barclay blocks a head kick by Risley.
Barclay looking to land some kicks to the body here.
An inside leg kick lands from Risley.
Barclay throws a body shot but no joy.
Barclay lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T3#
Risley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Barclay.
Risley blocks a leg kick.
Barclay throws a nice looking combination but Risley bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Barclay avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Barclay doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Barclay blocks a head kick by Risley.
A head kick misses from Risley.
Risley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Barclay sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Risley misses with a looping right.
Andy Barclay seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barclay swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Risley throws a head kick that misses.
Barclay fails to land with a series of punches.
Barclay throws a body kick that misses.
Risley moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Risley throws a looping overhand right but Barclay ducks down to avoid it.
Risley digs a good body shot into Barclay's ribs.#T4#
Risley lands a nice leg kick that just misses Barclay's sensitive parts.
Risley avoids a kick to the body.
Risley will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Risley blocks a head kick by Barclay.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barclay tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Risley manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Barclay looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Barclay lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Joe Risley is winning the standup battle so far.
Barclay bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Barclay misses with a leg kick.
Risley feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Barclay scores with a nice right hand.
Risley loads up on a big right hand but Barclay slips the punch.
Risley lands with a shot to the body.
Risley throws a sloppy head kick and Barclay moves out of range easily.
Risley throws a head kick that misses.
Risley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Barclay with a nice cross.
Barclay misses with a series of wild punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Joe Risley will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Risley lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Risley throws a body shot but no joy.
Risley misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Barclay was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Barclay misses with a low kick as Risley jumps back.
Barclay misses with a right hand
and Risley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
No joy there for Barclay, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Risley misses the target.
Barclay gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Risley misses with a straight right.
Risley lands a nice leg kick that just misses Barclay's sensitive parts.
Barclay throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barclay misses with a looping right.
Barclay misses the jab.
A punch combination from Barclay misses.
Barclay misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Risley.
Risley with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Barclay to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Barclay misses with a body kick.
Barclay avoids the body shot from Risley.
Risley scores with a jab to the jaw.
Barclay buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Barclay tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Risley lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Barclay avoids the head kick by Risley.
Risley attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Barclay misses with an attempted mid kick.
Risley is looking for a counter combo.
A solid leg kick lands there for Risley.
Barclay uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Risley has time to react.
Risley lands with an overhand left.
Risley punishes Barclay's body with a nice straight punch.
A head kick by Barclay misses #CL#
and Risley counters by clinching up.
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!
Barclay throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Risleys head. #T2#
Barclay misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Risley.
Barclay putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Risley in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Barclay struggles to land a body shot inside as Risley controls his hands.
Barclay is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Risley is defending well for now.
Barclay lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Barclay can't find room to land a body shot as Risley controls the action.
Barclay swings wildly with an uppercut but Risley uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Barclay breaks from the clinch.
Risley throws a head kick that misses.
Barclay misses with a right hand
and Risley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Risley throws a jab but it's blocked by Barclay.
A low kick from Barclay is predictable there
and Risley counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Barclay on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Risley slips under a jab from Barclay.#T3#
Risley on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Risley lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Barclay chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Risley can pounce on him.
Danga de danga de dang - Risley scores with a four punch combination!
A combination from Barclay does no damage.
Barclay is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Risley attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A little jabbing left from Barclay on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Barclay throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nice jab there from Risley.
Barclay walks into a left hand.
Barclay uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Risley.
Barclay chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Risley can pounce on him.
Risley scores with a sloppy right hand. Barclay should have avoided that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Barclay fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Risley, pushing him back against the cage.#T4#
Risley avoiding damage as Barclay throws knees to the body.
Risley makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Risley lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Barclay or not.
Risley prevents a body shot from Barclay.
Risley lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Barclay.
Barclay's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Risley blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Barclay takes a shot to the head.
Risley blocks a body shot from Barclay.
Andy Barclay seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Barclay's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Barclay pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Barclay misses with a body kick.
Risley wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Risley misses the jab.
Risley misses with a double jab.
Risley with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Barclay throws a leg kick that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Risley showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Risley has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Risley!
An out of breath Joe Risley thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Andy Barclay was interviewed post fight and said 'I shoulda stayed with the band...'.

Event: EVO 252: Kakoullis vs Gage
Date: Jun 29, 2016

#R1#
Risley slips under a jab.
Barclay walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Risley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barclay's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Risley connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Barclay scrambles back to his feet.
Barclay takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Barclay is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Risley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barclay.
Risley tries to counter with a clinch but Barclay shakes him off and moves away.
Barclay takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Barclay fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Risley is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Barclay.
Barclay tries to score with a low kick but Risley moves his leg out of the way.
A jab from Risley finds it's way through Barclay's defenses.
Risley throws the left hand but Barclay avoids the punch easily.
Risley takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barclay throws a front kick aimed at Risley's knee but Risley avoids it well. #CL#
Risley tries to keep at a distance but Barclay has taken the fight into the clinch.
Barclay throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T1#
Barclay can't find room to land a body shot as Risley controls the action.
Risley misses with a punch on the inside.
Barclay misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Risley - that landed with a thud.
Risley lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Barclay.
A nice left hand lands by Risley.
Barclay tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Risley pushes Barclay back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Risley.
Risley tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Risley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barclay tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Barclay tries to work over Risley's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Barclay throws a punch but it's blocked by Risley.
Barclay tries a body shot but Risley blocks it.
Barclay pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Barclay fails to land.
Barclay blocking some punches. #T2#
Barclay gets through Risley's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Barclay with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short uppercut from Risley.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barclay tries to work over Risley's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Risley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Risley digs a right hand underneath Barclay's ribcage. Barclay let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short uppercut from Barclay.
Risley looking to slow down the pace here.
Barclay misses with the head strike.
Risley's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Barclay obliges.
Risley on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Barclay missing with knees to the body.
Barclay throws a punch but it's blocked by Risley.
Barclay tries to throw a body punch but Risley avoids it by throwing Barclay back against the cage.
Risley lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
Barclay cracks Risley with a nice body shot.
Barclay can't find room to land a body shot as Risley controls the action.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Risley.
Risley lands a left hand.
Barclay with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Barclay letting Risley take a breather here.
Risley stalling the fight.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Barclay tries to throw a body punch but Risley avoids it by throwing Barclay back against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Risley.
Risley throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Risley has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Barclay seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Risley can turn it around.
Risley throws a head punch that misses.
Barclay softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Risley misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Barclay tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Risley's elbow. #T4#
Barclay is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Risley cracks Barclay with a nice body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Risley.
Barclay misses with a hook to the ribs.
Risley tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Risley lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Barclay throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Barclay takes a shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Barclay creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Barclay with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Barclay using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Risley has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #BC#
Barclay breaks the clinch.
Barclay tries to clinch but Risley moves away
and Risley counters with a head kick. That will keep Barclay thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Barclay wants to clinch.
Risley misses with a looping right.
Barclay throws the kick towards the body but Risley avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Risley lands with an uppercut that bounces Barclay off the cage and back into range.
Risley throws out a powerful jab.
Risley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Risley fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Risley lands with a shot to the body.
Barclay misses with a body shot.
A combination from Barclay does no damage.
Barclay throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Risley.
A decent looking cross lands there for Risley.
Risley has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Risley there as he acknowledges the shot.
Risley moves out of range of the body kick from Barclay.
Risley misses with a body shot.
Barclay connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barclay uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Risley.
Barclay throws a sloppy head kick and Risley moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Risley on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Barclay gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Risley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Risley throws a leg kick but Barclay sees it coming and moves out of range.
Barclay throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Risley connects with a body shot.
Barclay blocks a low kick nicely.
Risley cracks Barclay with a good jab.
Barclay blocks a jab.
Barclay connects with a single shot there.
Risley checks the leg kick.
Barclay scores with a nice right hand.
Barclay connects with a leg kick. Risley looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Risley throws a body shot but no joy.
Barclay takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Risley's jab looks to have found its range, popping Barclay under the eye.
Risley avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barclay throws a front kick that sends Risley stumbling back into the cage.
Risley throws a head kick but Barclay moves out of range.
Risley moves out of range of the body kick from Barclay. #T2#
Risley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barclay manages to avoid it.
Barclay misses with a leg kick
and Risley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A chopping leg kick lands by Risley.
Risley getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Risley walks into a left hand.
Risley moves out of range as Barclay throws a body kick.
Risley looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Risley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barclay.
Jab by Risley.
Risley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Barclay looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Barclay swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Barclay on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Joe Risley seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Barclay looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Risley misses with a looping left.
Risley gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Barclay.
Risley uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Barclay.
Risley is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Barclay uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Risley.#T3#
Barclay tries to close the distance and clinch but Risley swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Barclay is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Risley tries to move into range but Barclay moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Barclay tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Barclay tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It seemed like Risley was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Risley catches Barclay with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Risley throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Barclay tries to land a front kick but Risley steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
The crowd cheers as Risley lands an impressive looking overhand right. Barclay doesn't seem phased though.
A slapping leg kick lands for Risley.
Barclay waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Risley.
Barclay looks to throw a body kick
and Risley counters with a nice low kick that buckles Barclay's knee momentarily.
An inside leg kick from Barclay misses.
Risley swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Barclay throws out a leg kick but Risley moves out of range and Barclay only half commits.
Barclay on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Risley. Risley obviously looking to wear him down.
Barclay lands a nice looking kick to the body. Risley takes a step back to recover. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Risley rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Barclay counters with a two punch combo.
Risley scoring well with a low kick there.
Risley loads up on a big right hand but Barclay slips the punch.
Barclay ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice body kick from Barclay.
Risley jabs at Barclay's body.
Barclay scores with a nice body kick.
Risley throws a shot to the body.
Risley takes one to the side of the head.
Barclay throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Risley throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Barclay's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Risley lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Barclay misses with a body shot.
Risley thows a left - swing and a miss!
Barclay displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Risley throws out the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
A slow jab from Risley misses its intended target.
Barclay keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Risley.
Risley takes a swing at Barclay's ribcage but misses.
Barclay is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Barclay throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Barclay blocks a head kick by Risley.
Barclay avoids the head kick by Risley.
A head kick misses from Risley.
Barclay blocks a jab.
Risley takes a kick to the side of the head.
Risley misses with a looping left.
Risley looks to land a left hand but Barclay moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barclay throws a nice looking combination but Risley bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Barclay lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Barclay throws a series of punches but Risley avoids them all with ease.
Risley moves out of range of the strikes.
A head kick misses from Risley. #T1#
Risley throws a hook to the side of Barclay's head but Barclay sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Risley has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Risley there as he acknowledges the shot.
Barclay takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Risley jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Risley's corner calls for a 1-2. Risley obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A jab from Risley finds it's way through Barclay's defenses.
Barclay bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Risley's head.
Barclay swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Barclay misses with an uppercut.
A shot to the body from Risley misses
and Barclay counters with a one-two to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barclay scores with a push kick.
Risley shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Barclay looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Risley connects with a solid leg kick.
Barclay wants to clinch.#T2#
Barclay throws a leg kick but Risley checks it.
Risley looks to throw the jab but Barclay is out of range.
Andy Barclay has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Risley moves out of range as Barclay throws a body kick.
Risley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barclay.
Andy Barclay seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barclay throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Risley sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Risley tries to counter with a clinch but Barclay shakes him off and moves away.
A shot to the liver by Risley. Beautiful body shot.
Barclay just misses with a punch to the body.
Risley moves out of range of the body kick from Barclay.
Risley with a hook.
Risley slips under a jab from Barclay.
Barclay attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Risley looks to land a right hand but Barclay moved out of range.
Barclay tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Barclay jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Barclay throws a push kick but Risley slaps the foot to one side.
Risley tries to counter with a clinch but Barclay shakes him off and moves away.
Barclay changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Barclay throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Risley moves out of range of the body kick.
Risley connects with a single shot there.
Barclay tries to land a body kick
and Risley counters with a nice low kick that buckles Barclay's knee momentarily.
Risley scores with a nice right hand.
Barclay looks to throw the jab but Risley is out of range.
Barclay takes a kick to the side of the head.
Barclay is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Risley fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Barclay has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Risley throws a sloppy head kick and Barclay moves out of range easily.
Barclay throws a leg kick
and Risley counters with an inside leg kick.
Barclay throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Barclay throws out a leg kick but Risley moves out of range and Barclay only half commits.
Risley lands a nice leg kick that just misses Barclay's sensitive parts. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Risley throws a head kick that misses.
Barclay throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Risley feints and then cracks Barclay's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Barclay down.
Barclay on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Risley jabs at Barclay's body.
Barclay throws a right and a left that both miss.
Risley lunges at Barclay with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Barclay's hand.
Risley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Barclay throwing a counter right hand but Risley manages to avoid it.
Barclay misses with a left hand
and Risley counters with a stiff right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Risley.
Barclay has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Barclay there as he acknowledges the shot.
Barclay gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Risley ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Barclay looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Risley connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Barclay momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barclay will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Risley!
A relieved looking Joe Risley thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Andy Barclay was interviewed post fight and said 'I shoulda stayed with the band...'.

Event: UPG 32
Date: May 14, 2016

#R1#
Comstock steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Risley.
Risley throws a head kick but Comstock moves out of range.
Comstock tries to counter with a takedown but Risley is quick to defend against it.
Comstock avoids the head kick by Risley.
Comstock drops down looking for a counter takedown but Risley sprawls and moves away.
Risley misses with a wild body shot.
Risley misses with a hook. Comstock ducked under it nicely.
Comstock drops down looking for a counter takedown but Risley sprawls and moves away.
Comstock blocks a head kick by Risley.
Risley misses with an uppercut. Comstock saw that one coming.
Comstock drops down looking for a counter takedown but Risley sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley with a jab.
Comstock bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Comstock tries to counter with a takedown but Risley is quick to defend against it.
Good work by Comstock as he checks the leg kick.#T1#
Risley throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Comstock counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Comstock wants to stand but Risley is controlling his posture from full guard.
Risley 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 fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Risley working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Comstock has passed into half guard!
Risley has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Comstock is working away from the top position though.#T2#
Risley is looking to improve his position.
Risley trying to control here.
Risley tries to get to full guard but Comstock has control of the leg.
Risley is trying to maintain the position but Comstock is very close to passing his half guard.
Risley is looking to get back to full guard here but Comstock has managed to pass to side control instead.#T3##SU#
Comstock decides to stand back up.
Risley fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Comstock is out of range.
Comstock changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Risley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Risley misses with a double jab.
Good work by Comstock as he checks the leg kick.
Comstock feinted with a counter takedown.
Risley misses the jab.
Risley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Comstock was well out of range. Poor timing from Risley.
A head kick misses from Risley.
Comstock drops down looking for a counter takedown but Risley sprawls and moves away.
Joe Risley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Risley misses with a body shot.
Comstock checks the leg kick nicely there.
Comstock attempts a counter takedown but Risley avoids it well and moves away.
Risley looks to throw the jab but Comstock is out of range.
Joe Risley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Risley swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Comstock counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Risley tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Comstock has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Risley keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
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 Sir Comstock will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Risley connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Comstock checks the leg kick nicely there.
Comstock moves out of range as Risley strikes.
Risley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Comstock attempts a counter takedown but Risley avoids it well and moves away.
Comstock drops his hands momentarily and Risley takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Risley buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Risley jabs at Comstock's body.
Risley throws a good cross that connects.
Comstock ducks under a wild hook from Risley.
Comstock attempts a counter takedown but Risley avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Risley tries a head kick but it misses.
Risley cracks Comstock with a right hand to the side of the head.
Comstock steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Risley.
Comstock drops down looking for a counter takedown but Risley sprawls and moves away.
A clash of legs there as Comstock blocks the low kick.
Comstock half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Comstock avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Comstock tries to counter with a takedown but Risley is quick to defend against it.
Risley throws a jab but it's blocked by Comstock.
A head kick misses from Risley.
Risley lands a jab to the head.
Risley loads up on a big right hand but Comstock slips the punch.#T2#
Risley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Comstock appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Risley missing with a left hand there. Comstock was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Comstock takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Risley misses the body punch #TD#
and Comstock counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Risley is looking to improve his position.
Risley wants to control but Comstock is keeping busy. #T3#
Risley wants to get back to full guard.
Risley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Risley trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Risley 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.
Risley is trying to escape the mount.
Risley tries to improve his position but instead Comstock has taken his back! #T4#
Comstock trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Risley doesn't escape.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
You can see the frustration on Risley's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Comstock is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Risley is in bad spot here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Risley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Risley misses with a wild body shot.
Risley throws out a loose jab but Comstock uses good head movement to avoid it.
Comstock changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Risley wants to land a leg kick but Comstock is out of range.
Risley fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Comstock checks it well.
Comstock moves out of range of the strikes.
Risley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Comstock attempts a counter takedown but Risley avoids it well and moves away.
Risley throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Comstock defending well as Risley loads up on a big left hand.
Risley misses with a straight left.
Comstock half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Risley misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Comstock counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Comstock. #T1##SUB2#
Risley is looking for a triangle but Comstock pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Risley throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Comstock escapes and throws Risley's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Risley tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Comstock easily slips into full mount! #SU#
Comstock stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
A slow jab from Risley misses its intended target. #T2#
Risley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Comstock moves away.
Risley throws a body shot but no joy.
Risley throws a shot to the body.
Risley throws a nice outside leg kick.
Risley feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Comstocks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Risley will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Risley throws a right and a left that Comstock avoids nicely.
Risley throws a body punch but Comstock moves out of range. #T3#
Risley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Comstock blocks a head kick by Risley.
Comstock appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Comstock blocks a head kick by Risley.
Comstock appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A swing and a miss from Risley.
Comstock feinted with a counter takedown.
Comstock checks the leg kick nicely there.
Risley 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.
Risley throws a sloppy head kick and Comstock moves out of range easily.
Comstock appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A low kick from Risley is predictable there #TD#
so Comstock counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
Risley has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Comstock 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 Risley.
Sir Comstock overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Risley is looking to regain half guard here but Comstock keeps moving and retains side control.
Risley trying to control but Comstock flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Comstock really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Risley.
Risley trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Comstock has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Risley's body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Joe Risley.
I think Risley 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Joe Risley!
Joe Risley thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: UPG : Midweek Event 200!
Date: Apr 13, 2016

#R1#
Brown throws a lazy right hand but Risley sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Brown slips a jab from Risley.
Risley stuns Brown with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Risley.
It looked like Brown was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Risley.
Brown misses with a left hand
and Risley counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Brown misses with a low kick.
Risley looks to score with a jab to the body but Brown is just out of range.
Risley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Brown seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Brown shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Brown throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A low kick from Brown misses
and Brown takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown with a jab.
Risley throws a head kick that misses.
That kick from Brown tenderised Risley's leg. Risley is trying to keep his angry face on.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Risley throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jab from Risley.
Risley moves out of range as Brown strikes.#T1#
Brown avoids the head kick by Risley.
Brown darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Risley lands with a cross.
Risley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brown.
Brown moves forwards but Risley connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Risley.
Brown has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Brown there as he acknowledges the shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Risley.
Risley walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Risley throws a leg kick which misses Brown's front leg but catches the back leg as Brown tries to avoid it.
Brown looks to land a body kick but Risley moved away.
Risley throws a sloppy head kick and Brown moves out of range easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Risley throws out a loose jab but Brown uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brown looks to land a right hand but Risley moved out of range.
Brown misses with a straight right. #T2#
A cross from Brown lands.#ROC#
Risley is rocked!
Brown shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Risley tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Risley is still on wobbly legs! Can Brown finish him?
Risley throws a leg kick #CL#
and Brown counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Brown unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Risley! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Brown is unloading with more strikes now! Risley drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Trey Brown!

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